Cytovene injection and Simvastatin and niacin

• Generic Name: ganciclovir
• Dosage Forms: injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution
• Other Brand Names: Cytovene

Cytovene is an antiviral drug that slows the growth and spread of the cytomegalovirus (CMV).

Cytovene is used to treat CMV retinitis in people with immunosuppression caused by HIV or AIDS. This medicine is also used to prevent CMV disease in people with immunosuppression due to an organ transplant.

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

• Generic Name: niacin / simvastatin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Simcor

Simvastatin and niacin combination is used together with a proper diet to lower cholesterol and triglyceride (fat) levels in the blood. Simvastatin and niacin may help prevent medical problems caused by clogged blood vessels, such as heart attacks and strokes.

Simvastatin and niacin work together to treat cholesterol and lipid (fat) disorders. Niacin is vitamin B3, which reduces the amount of cholesterol in the blood. Simvastatin belongs to the group of medicines called HMG-CoA inhibitors or statins. It works to reduce the amount of cholesterol in the blood by blocking an enzyme that is needed to make cholesterol.

Simvastatin and niacin was available only with your doctor's prescription. The Simcor(R) product will no longer be marketed in the United States as of April 18, 2016.