Levalbuterol inhalation and Zydelig

• Generic Name: levalbuterol
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Xopenex, Xopenex Concentrate, Xopenex HFA

Levalbuterol is a short-acting bronchodilator that relaxes muscles in the airways and increases air flow to the lungs.

Levalbuterol inhalation is used to treat or prevent asthma attacks in adults and children who are at least 4 years old.

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

• Generic Name: idelalisib
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: Zydelig

Zydelig (idelalisib) is a cancer medication that interferes with the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body.

Zydelig is used together with rituximab (Rituxan) to treat chronic lymphocytic leukemia, and certain types of lymphoma.

Zydelig is given after other cancer treatments did not work or have stopped working.

Zydelig was approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on an "accelerated" basis. In clinical studies, some people responded to this medicine, but further studies are needed.