Mifeprex and Osmolex ER

• Generic Name: mifepristone
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Mifeprex, Korlym

Mifeprex blocks the actions of a hormone needed to maintain a pregnancy.

Mifeprex is used to end an early pregnancy that is not further along than 70 days (10 weeks) after the first day of your last menstrual period. Mifeprex is used together with another medicine called misoprostol (Cytotec).

Mifeprex is available only from a certified healthcare provider under a special program. You must be registered in the program and understand the risks of taking Mifeprex.

MIFEPREX MUST NOT BE USED IN AN ATTEMPT TO END PREGNANCY BEYOND 10 WEEKS.

This medication guide provides information about the Mifeprex brand of mifepristone. Korlym is another brand of mifepristone that is not covered in this medication guide.

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

• Generic Name: amantadine
• Dosage Forms: tablet, extended release
• Other Brand Names: Gocovri, Osmolex ER, Symmetrel

Osmolex ER is an antiviral medicine that blocks the actions of viruses in your body.

Osmolex ER is used to treat or prevent influenza A in adults and children. This medicine may not be effective during every flu season because certain strains of the virus may be resistant to Osmolex ER. This medicine should not be used in place of getting a yearly flu shot. The Centers for Disease Control recommends an annual flu shot to help protect you each year from new strains of influenza virus.

Osmolex ER is also used to treat Parkinson's disease and "Parkinson-like" symptoms such as stiffness or tremors, shaking, and repetitive uncontrolled muscle movements that may be caused by the use of certain drugs.

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