Antithymocyte globulin rabbit Intravenous and Xelitral

• Generic Name: anti-thymocyte globulin (rabbit)
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Thymoglobulin

Anti-thymocyte globulin (rabbit) injection is used together with other medicines to prevent and treat the body from rejecting a transplanted kidney.

Antithymocyte globulin rabbit is an immunosuppressant. When a patient receives an organ transplant, the body's white blood cells will try to get rid of (reject) the transplanted organ. Anti-thymocyte globulin (rabbit) works by preventing the white blood cells from doing this.

The effect of anti-thymocyte globulin (rabbit) on the white blood cells may also reduce the body's ability to fight infections. Before you begin treatment, you and your doctor should talk about the benefits of antithymocyte globulin rabbit as well as the risks of using it.

Antithymocyte globulin rabbit is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of your doctor.

• Generic Name: capsaicin / diclofenac topical
• Dosage Forms: kit
• Other Brand Names:

  DermacinRx Lexitral PharmaPak, Diclotral Pak, Diclofex DC Therapy Pack

Capsaicin is the active ingredient in chili peppers that makes them hot. Capsaicin is used in medicated creams and lotions to relieve muscle or joint pain.

Diclofenac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by reducing substances in the body that cause pain and inflammation.

Capsaicin and diclofenac topical (for the skin) is a combination medicine used to treat joint pain, stiffness, and swelling caused by osteoarthritis of the knees. capsaicin and diclofenac may not be effective in treating arthritis pain elsewhere in the body.

Capsaicin and diclofenac may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.