Basiliximab Intravenous and Ziana

• 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: clindamycin / tretinoin topical
• Dosage Forms: gel
• Other Brand Names: Veltin, Ziana

Ziana is a gel containing a combination of clindamycin and tretinoin. Clindamycin is an antibiotic. It fights bacteria in the body.

Tretinoin is a form of vitamin A. It reduces the amount of oil released by oil glands in your skin, and helps your skin renew itself more quickly.

Ziana is used to treat severe nodular acne in adults and children who are at least 12 years old.

Ziana may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.