Metreleptin Subcutaneous and Venlafaxine ER

• Generic Name: metreleptin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Myalept

Metreleptin injection is used together with a proper diet as replacement therapy to treat problems caused by leptin deficiency in patients with congenital or acquired generalized lipodystrophy.

Metreleptin is only available under a restricted distribution program called Myalept™ REMS program.

• Generic Name: venlafaxine
• Dosage Forms: tablet, extended release
• Other Brand Names: Effexor XR, Effexor

Venlafaxine is an antidepressant belonging to a group of drugs called selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SSNRIs). Venlafaxine affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with depression.

Venlafaxine is used to treat major depressive disorder, anxiety and panic disorder.