Fluticasone and vilanterol and Gadofosveset Injection

• Generic Name: fluticasone / vilanterol
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Breo Ellipta

Fluticasone and vilanterol is a steroid and bronchodilator combination medicine used in adults with asthma or COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), to improve symptoms and prevent bronchospasm or asthma attacks.

In people with COPD, fluticasone and vilanterol is for long-term treatment. In people with asthma, fluticasone and vilanterol is for short-term treatment until symptoms are well-controlled with with other medicines.

Vilanterol when used alone may increase the risk of death in people with asthma. However, this risk is not increased when fluticasone and vilanterol are used together as a combination product.

Fluticasone and vilanterol may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: gadofosveset trisodium
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Ablavar, Vasovist

Gadofosveset is a contrast agent. It is used in magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) to help create a clear picture of the blood vessels (arteries). The MRA scan is a special kind of diagnostic procedure. It uses magnets and computers to create images or “pictures” of the blood vessels in certain areas of the body. Gadofosveset is a gadolinium-based contrast agent (GBCA).

Gadofosveset is given by injection before MRA to help diagnose problems in the blood vessels (e.g., blockage of the arteries).

Gadofosveset is to be used only by or under the direct supervision of a doctor.