Kalexate Powder and Zinbryta

• Generic Name: sodium polystyrene sulfonate
• Dosage Forms: oral, rectal powder
• Other Brand Names: Kalexate, Kayexalate, Kionex

Kalexate binds itself to potassium in your digestive tract. This helps prevent your body from absorbing too much potassium.

Kalexate is used to treat high levels of potassium in the blood, also called hyperkalemia.

Kalexate works differently from other medicines because it passes into your intestines without being absorbed into your blood stream.

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

• Generic Name: daclizumab
• Dosage Forms: injection, solution
• Other Brand Names: Zinbryta, Zenapax

Zinbryta (daclizumab) is a monoclonal antibody that affects the actions of the body's immune system. Monoclonal antibodies are made to target and destroy only certain cells in the body. This may help to protect healthy cells from damage.

Zinbryta is used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis.

Zinbryta is usually given when other medicines have not been effective.

Zinbryta is available only from a certified pharmacy under a special program. You must be registered in the program and understand the risks and benefits of taking this medicine.