Amikacin liposome and Uptravi

• 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: selexipag
• Dosage Forms: tablet, coated
• Other Brand Names: Uptravi, Uptravi Titration Pack

Uptravi (selexipag) lowers blood pressure in your lungs by dilating (widening) blood vessels that supply blood to the lungs.

Uptravi is used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH).

Uptravi helps keep your condition from getting worse and helps lower your risk of needing to be hospitalized for PAH.