Ciclesonide inhalation and Fomivirsen Intraocular

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

  Alvesco HFA, Alvesco

Ciclesonide is a corticosteroid. It prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.

Ciclesonide is used to prevent asthma attacks in adults and children who are at least 12 years.

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

• Generic Name: fomivirsen ophthalmic
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names:

Fomivirsen is an antiviral medicine that is injected into the eye (intravitreal). It is used to treat a serious condition called cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis in persons who have acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). Fomivirsen will not cure this eye infection, but it may help to keep the symptoms from becoming worse.

Fomivirsen is available only with your doctor's prescription.