Cotellic and Norethindrone

• Generic Name: cobimetinib
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: Cotellic

Cotellic (cobimetinib) is a cancer medicine that interferes with the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body.

Cotellic is used to treat a certain type of metastatic melanoma (skin cancer) that has spread to other parts of the body and cannot be removed with surgery.

Cotellic is usually given together with another medicine called vemurafenib (Zelboraf).

Cotellic is used only if your tumor has a specific genetic marker, for which your doctor will test.

• Generic Name: norethindrone
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Aygestin, Camila, Errin, Jolivette, Nora-Be, Ortho Micronor, Jolivette, Nor-QD, Nora-Be

Norethindrone is a form of progesterone, a female hormone important for regulating ovulation and menstruation.

Norethindrone is used for birth control (contraception) to prevent pregnancy.

Norethindrone is also used to treat menstrual disorders, endometriosis, or abnormal vaginal bleeding caused by a hormone imbalance.

Not all brands of norethindrone are for the same uses. Some brands are for use only as contraception. Others are for use in treating endometriosis or vaginal bleeding disorders. Avoid medication errors by using only the brand, form, and strength your doctor prescribes.

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