Amikacin liposome and Ogen 1.25

• 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: estropipate
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Ogen 125, Ortho-Est, Ogen 0625, Ogen 25

Ogen 1.25 is a form of estrogen, a female sex hormone produced by the ovaries. Estrogen is necessary for many processes in the body.

Ogen 1.25 is used to treat menopause symptoms such as hot flashes and vaginal changes, and to prevent osteoporosis (bone loss) in menopausal women. This medicine is also used to replace estrogen in women with ovarian failure or other conditions that cause a lack of natural estrogen in the body.

Ogen 1.25 may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.