Kitabis Pak and Pronestyl

• Generic Name: tobramycin
• Dosage Forms: inhalation solution
• Other Brand Names: Bethkis, Kitabis Pak, Tobi, TOBI Podhaler

Tobramycin inhalation is used to treat lung infections in patients with cystic fibrosis. It is breathed into the lungs through the mouth to treat infections caused by the Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteria.

Tobramycin belongs to a class of drugs called aminoglycoside antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, this medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: procainamide
• Dosage Forms: Tablets USP and Capsules USP
• Other Brand Names: Pronestyl, Procan SR, Pronestyl-SR, Procanbid

Procainamide injection is used to treat irregular heartbeats and to slow an overactive heart. When the heart has a normal heartbeat (rhythm), it will work more efficiently. Procainamide works by slowing the nerve impulses in the heart and reducing the sensitivity of heart tissues.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

The oral dosage forms of this medicine are no longer available in the United States.