Allfen CX and Desirudin Subcutaneous

• Generic Name: carbetapentane / guaifenesin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Allfen C, Allfen CX, Xpect-AT, BetaVent, Oratuss, Pulmari-GP, Certuss, Dynex VR, Carba-XP, AMBI 1000/5, Duratuss CS, Respi-Tann G, Allres-G, Tusso-ZR, Tusso-ZMR, exall, Expectuss

Carbetapentane is a cough suppressant. It affects the signals in the brain that trigger cough reflex.

Guaifenesin is an expectorant. It helps loosen mucus congestion in your chest and throat, making it easier to cough out through your mouth.

Allfen CX is a combination medicine used to treat stuffy nose, cough, and chest congestion caused by the common cold or flu.

Allfen CX will not treat a cough that is caused by smoking, asthma, or emphysema.

Allfen CX may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: desirudin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Iprivask

Desirudin is used to prevent deep venous thrombosis, a condition in which harmful blood clots form in the blood vessels of the legs. These blood clots can travel to the lungs and can become lodged in the blood vessels of the lungs, causing a condition called pulmonary embolism. Desirudin is used for several days after hip replacement surgery, while you are unable to walk. It is during this time that blood clots are most likely to form.

Desirudin is available only with your doctor's prescription.