Oralair and Oxandrin

• Generic Name: mixed grass pollens allergen extract
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Oralair

Oralair is made from certain pollens that can cause seasonal allergies (hay fever).

Oralair is used to help your body develop an immunity to certain pollens that can cause allergy symptoms such as sneezing, itching, and watery eyes. Oralair is for use in adults up to age 65, and children who are at least 10 years old.

This medicine will not provide immediate relief from allergy symptoms.

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

• Generic Name: oxandrolone
• Dosage Forms: tablets
• Other Brand Names: Oxandrin

Oxandrin is a man-made steroid, similar to the naturally occurring steroid testosterone. This medicine is an "anabolic" steroid that promotes the growth of muscle tissue.

Oxandrin is used to help you regain weight lost after surgery, severe trauma, or chronic infections. This medicine is also used in people who cannot gain or maintain a healthy weight for unknown medical reasons.

Oxandrin is also used to decrease muscle loss caused by using steroid medicines, and to reduce bone pain in people with osteoporosis.

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