Amytal Sodium and Denosumab

• Generic Name: amobarbital
• Dosage Forms: injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution
• Other Brand Names: Amytal Sodium

• It is used to treat sleep problems.
• It is used to calm you before a procedure.
• It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.

• Generic Name: denosumab
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Prolia, Xgeva

Denosumab is a monoclonal antibody. Monoclonal antibodies are made to target and destroy only certain cells in the body. This may help to protect healthy cells from damage.

The Prolia brand of denosumab is used to treat osteoporosis in postmenopausal women who have high risk of bone fracture. Prolia is also used to increase bone mass in women and men with a high risk of bone fracture caused by receiving treatments for certain types of cancer.

This medication guide provides information about the Prolia brand of denosumab. Xgeva is another brand of denosumab used to prevent bone fractures and other skeletal conditions in people with tumors that have spread to the bone.

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