Dexacen-4 injection and Pasireotide

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

  De-Sone LA, Dexacen-4, Dexasone, Dexasone LA, Solurex, Solurex LA, Baycadron, Dexamethasone Intensol, DexPak 10 Day Taperpak, DexPak 13 DayTaperpak, DexPak 6 DayTaperpak, Decadron, DexPak, TaperDex, Zema-Pak, ZoDex, Zonacort

Dexacen-4 is a steroid that prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.

Dexacen-4 is used to treat many different conditions such as allergic disorders, skin conditions, ulcerative colitis, arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, breathing disorders, eye conditions, blood cell disorders, leukemia, multiple sclerosis, inflammation of the joints or tendons, and problems caused by low adrenal gland hormone levels.

Dexacen-4 may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: pasireotide
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Signifor, Signifor LAR

Pasireotide is a man-made protein that is similar to a hormone in the body called somatostatin.

Pasireotide is used to treat Cushing's disease or acromegaly (endocrine disorders). Pasireotide is usually given after surgery or other treatments did not work or have stopped working.

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