Berinert and NitroMist

• Generic Name: C1 esterase inhibitor (human)
• Dosage Forms: injection
• Other Brand Names: Berinert, Cinryze, Haegarda, Ruconest

Berinert (complement C1 esterase inhibitor) is a man-made form of a protein that occurs naturally in the blood stream and helps control swelling in the body. People with a condition called hereditary angioedema do not have enough of this protein. Hereditary angioedema can cause attacks of swelling and symptoms such as stomach problems or trouble breathing.

Berinert is used in people with hereditary angioedema.

Berinert is used to treat attacks of angioedema. The Cinryze and Haegarda brands are used to prevent attacks of angioedema.

• Generic Name: nitroglycerin
• Dosage Forms: sublingual aerosol
• Other Brand Names: Gonitro, Nitrolingual, NitroMist, Nitrostat, Nitro-Time, Gonitro, Minitran, Nitro TD Patch-A, Nitro-Dur, Nitro-Bid, Nitrol Appli-Kit, Rectiv

NitroMist (nitroglycerin sublingual spray) belongs to a group of drugs called nitrates. Nitroglycerin dilates (widens) blood vessels, making it easier for blood to flow through them and easier for the heart to pump.

Nitromist is used to treat or prevent attacks of chest pain (angina).

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