Belimumab and Ceftaroline Intravenous

• Generic Name: belimumab
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Benlysta, Benlysta Autoinjector

Belimumab is a monoclonal antibody that affects the actions of the body's immune system. Monoclonal antibodies are made to target and destroy only certain cells in the body. This may help to protect healthy cells from damage.

Belimumab is used to treat active systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) in adults.

Belimumab is not for use in people who have severe kidney problems caused by SLE, or have active SLE that affects the central nervous system (brain, nerves, and spinal cord).

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

• Generic Name: ceftaroline
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Teflaro

Ceftaroline injection is used to treat acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections (ABSSSI) and community-acquired bacterial pneumonia (CABP) in adults and children 2 months of age and older.

Ceftaroline injection belongs to the class of medicines known as cephalosporin antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, ceftaroline will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.

Ceftaroline is available only with your doctor's prescription.