Berinert and Tolterodine

• 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: tolterodine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Detrol, Detrol LA

Tolterodine reduces spasms of the bladder muscles.

Tolterodine is used to treat overactive bladder with symptoms of urinary frequency, urgency, and incontinence.

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