Nevirapine Extended Release and PosiFlush flush

• Generic Name: nevirapine
• Dosage Forms: tablet, extended release
• Other Brand Names: Viramune, Viramune XR

Nevirapine is an antiviral medicine that prevents human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) from multiplying in your body.

Nevirapine is used to treat HIV, the virus that can cause acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Nevirapine is not a cure for HIV or AIDS, and should not be used to prevent HIV.

Nevirapine oral solution (liquid) is for use in adults and children as young as 15 days old. Nevirapine extended-release tablets are for use in adults and children who are at least 6 years old.

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

• Generic Name: heparin flush
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Heparin Lock flush, Monoject Prefill Advanced, PosiFlush

PosiFlush is an anticoagulant (blood thinner) that prevents the formation of blood clots.

PosiFlush is used to flush (clean out) an intravenous (IV) catheter, which helps prevent blockage in the tube after you have received an IV infusion.

PosiFlush should not be used to treat or prevent blood clots in the body. A separate this medicine product is available to use for this purpose.

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