Marvelon 21 and Valcyte

• Generic Name: desogestrel / ethinyl estradiol
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Azurette, Cyclessa, Desogen, Isibloom, Kariva, Mircette, Reclipsen, Cyred

Desogestrel and ethinyl estradiol combination is used to prevent pregnancy. It is a birth control pill that contains two types of hormones, desogestrel and ethinyl estradiol, and when taken properly, prevents pregnancy. It works by stopping a woman's egg from fully developing each month. The egg can no longer accept a sperm and fertilization (pregnancy) is prevented.

No contraceptive method is 100 percent effective. Birth control methods such as having surgery to become sterile or not having sex are more effective than birth control pills. Discuss your options for birth control with your doctor.

This medicine does not prevent HIV infection or other sexually transmitted diseases. It will not help as emergency contraception, such as after unprotected sexual contact.

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

• Generic Name: valganciclovir
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated; powder for oral solution
• Other Brand Names: Valcyte

Valcyte is an antiviral drug. It works by preventing viral cells from multiplying in your body.

Valcyte is used in adults to prevent infection with cytomegalovirus (CMV) that may occur after an organ transplant (heart, kidney, or pancreas). This medicine is also used to treat CMV infection of the eye in adults with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).

Valcyte is used in children at least 4 months old to prevent CMV infection after a kidney transplant. This medicine is also used in children at least 1 month old to prevent CMV disease after a heart transplant.

Valcyte will not cure CMV but it can help control the infection. This medicine is not for treating CMV that a baby is born with.

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