Irinotecan Intravenous and Tridesilon

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

Irinotecan injection is given together with other medicines to treat patients with metastatic cancer (a cancer that has already spread) of the colon or rectum.

Irinotecan belongs to the group of medicines called antineoplastics (cancer medicines). It interferes with the growth of cancer cells, which are eventually destroyed. Since the growth of normal cells may also be affected by the medicine, other effects may also occur. Some of these may be serious and must be reported to your doctor. Other effects, like hair loss, may not be serious but may cause concern. Some effects may occur after treatment with irinotecan has been stopped. Be sure that you have discussed with your doctor the possible side effects of irinotecan as well as the good it can do.

Irinotecan is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: desonide topical
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Desonate, DesOwen, LoKara, Tridesilon, Verdeso, Delonide, DesOwen 2 oz, DesOwen Lotion 4 oz Kit, DesOwen Lotion 2 oz Kit, DesOwen Cream Kit, DesOwen Ointment Kit, Desonil+Plus Cream, Desonil+Plus Ointment

Desonide is a steroid that helps reduce inflammation in the body.

Tridesilon (for the skin) is used to treat inflammation and itching caused by eczema or skin conditions that respond to steroid medication.

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