Basiliximab Intravenous and Kombiglyze XR

• Generic Name: basiliximab
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Simulect

Basiliximab belongs to a group of medicines known as immunosuppressive agents. It is used to lower the body's natural immunity in patients who receive kidney transplants.

When a patient receives a kidney transplant, the body's white blood cells will try to get rid of (reject) the transplanted kidney. Basiliximab works by preventing the white blood cells from getting rid of the transplanted kidney. The effect of basiliximab on the white blood cells may also reduce the body's ability to fight infections.

Basiliximab is to be administered only by or under the immediate supervision of your doctor.

• Generic Name: metformin / saxagliptin
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated, extended release
• Other Brand Names: Kombiglyze XR

Kombiglyze XR contains a combination of metformin and saxagliptin. Metformin and saxagliptin are oral diabetes medicines that help control blood sugar levels.

Metformin works by decreasing glucose (sugar) production in the liver and decreasing absorption of glucose by the intestines. Saxagliptin works by regulating the levels of insulin your body produces after eating.

Kombiglyze XR is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Kombiglyze XR is not for treating type 1 diabetes.