Inomax and Sustiva

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

Nitric oxide is used together with a breathing machine (ventilator) and other agents to treat newborn (term and near-term) babies with respiratory failure that is caused by pulmonary hypertension.

Nitric oxide is a gas that is inhaled through the nose or mouth. It works by relaxing the smooth muscles to widen the blood vessels in the lungs.

This medicine is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of a doctor.

• Generic Name: efavirenz
• Dosage Forms: capsule, gelatin coated; tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: Sustiva

Sustiva (efavirenz) is an antiviral medicine that prevents human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) from multiplying in your body.

Sustiva is used to treat HIV, the virus that can cause acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).

Sustiva is for adults and children who are at least 3 months old and weigh at least 8 pounds. This medicine is not a cure for HIV or AIDS.