Amikacin liposome and Aristada

• Generic Name: amikacin liposome
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Arikayce

Amikacin liposome is an antibiotic that is used to treat Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) lung disease in adults who have few or no other treatment options. Amikacin liposome is given in combination with other antibiotics.

Amikacin liposome is given only to certain adults, when other antibiotics have failed to clear their MAC infections after 6 months of treatment.

Amikacin liposome was approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on an "accelerated" basis. In clinical studies, some people responded to amikacin liposome, but further studies are needed.

Amikacin liposome may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: aripiprazole
• Dosage Forms: injection, suspension, extended release
• Other Brand Names: Abilify Maintena, Aristada, Abilify, Abilify Discmelt, Abilify MyCite, Aristada Initio

Aristada (aripiprazole) is an antipsychotic medication. It works by changing the actions of chemicals in the brain.

Aristada is used to treat schizophrenia in adults.

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