Bexarotene topical and EpiPen

• Generic Name: bexarotene topical
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Targretin topical

Bexarotene topical is a cancer medication that interferes with the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body.

Bexarotene topical (for the skin) is used to treat skin lesions caused by cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL). Bexarotene is usually given after other cancer medications have been tried without successful treatment.

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

• Generic Name: epinephrine
• Dosage Forms: injection
• Other Brand Names: Adrenaclick, Adrenalin, Auvi-Q, EpiPen, Twinject, EPIsnap, Epinephrinesnap-EMS, EpiPen 2-Pak, EpiPen JR 2-Pak, Symjepi, Auvi-Q Auto-injector, Primatene Mist Inhaler, Primatene Mist

EpiPen is an injection containing epinephrine, a chemical that narrows blood vessels and opens airways in the lungs. These effects can reverse severe low blood pressure, wheezing, severe skin itching, hives, and other symptoms of an allergic reaction.

EpiPen is used to treat severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) to insect stings or bites, foods, drugs, and other allergens. Epinephrine is also used to treat exercise-induced anaphylaxis.

EpiPen may be kept on hand for self-injection by a person with a history of an severe allergic reaction.