Denorex Extra Strength and Rituxan Hycela

• Generic Name: coal tar topical
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Balnetar, Denorex Extra Strength, DHS Tar Shampoo, Elta Tar, Ionil T, MG217 Medicated Tar, Neutrogena T/Gel, Oxipor VHC, Psoriasin, Scytera, Tarsum, Tegrin Medicated, Theraplex T, Novaflor, Acidophilus Extra Strength, Floranex, Flora-Q 2, RisaQuad 2, Acidophilus Probiotic Blend

Coal tar is a by-product of coal processing.

Denorex Extra Strength (for the skin) is used to treat the skin symptoms of psoriasis, including dryness, redness, flaking, scaling, and itching. Coal tar is not a cure for psoriasis, and it will provide only temporary relief of skin symptoms.

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

• Generic Name: hyaluronidase / rituximab
• Dosage Forms: injection, solution
• Other Brand Names: Rituxan Hycela

Rituxan Hycela contains a combination of hyaluronidase and rituximab. Hyaluronidase is a genetically designed protein. Rituximab is a cancer medicine that interferes with the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body.

Rituxan Hycela is used to treat follicular lymphoma, diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, or chronic lymphocytic leukemia.

Rituxan Hycela is sometimes used together with other cancer medicines.