Dexasone injection and INOmax inhalation gas

• 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

Dexasone is a steroid that prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.

Dexasone 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.

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

• Generic Name: nitric oxide
• Dosage Forms: gas, for inhalation
• Other Brand Names: Inomax

INOmax is a gas that is inhaled. It works by relaxing smooth muscle to widen (dilate) blood vessels, especially in the lungs.

INOmax is used together with a breathing machine (ventilator) to treat respiratory failure in premature babies.

Your baby will receive this medication in a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) or similar hospital setting.

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