Darbepoetin alfa Injection and Toradol

• Generic Name: darbepoetin alfa
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Aranesp, Aranesp SureClick, Aranesp Albumin Free, Aranesp SingleJect

Darbepoetin alfa injection causes the bone marrow to produce red blood cells. If the body does not produce enough red blood cells, severe anemia can occur. This often occurs in people with chronic kidney failure whose kidneys are not working properly. Darbepoetin may be used for patients on kidney dialysis or for those not on dialysis. Anemia can also occur in people who are receiving chemotherapy to treat cancer. Darbepoetin alfa is used to treat severe anemia in these patients.

Darbepoetin alfa is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: ketorolac
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: Toradol, Sprix

Toradol (ketorolac) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Ketorolac works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body.

Toradol is used short-term (5 days or less) to treat moderate to severe pain.

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