Palifermin Intravenous and Tavist ND

• Generic Name: palifermin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Kepivance

Palifermin injection is used to prevent or lessen side effects (such as swelling, irritation, sores or ulcers on the lining of the mouth) caused by cancer medicines that are used to treat blood or bone marrow problems. Palifermin is used in patients who will be needing hematopoietic stem cell support.

Palifermin is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of a doctor.

• Generic Name: loratadine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Alavert, Claritin, Claritin Reditab, Clear-Atadine, Dimetapp ND, Ohm Allergy Relief, QlearQuil All Day & Night, Tavist ND, Wal-itin

Tavist ND is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.

Tavist ND is used to treat sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, hives, skin rash, itching, and other cold or allergy symptoms.

Tavist ND is also used to treat skin hives and itching in people with chronic skin reactions.

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