Basiliximab Intravenous and Trental

• 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: pentoxifylline
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated, extended release
• Other Brand Names: Trental, Pentoxil

Trental causes changes in your blood that help improve blood flow. This also helps your blood carry oxygen to your tissues and organs.

Trental is used to improve blood flow and reduce certain symptoms of a condition called intermittent claudication (IN-ter-MIT-ent KLOD-ih-KAY-tion). This medicine is not a cure for this condition.

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