Palifermin Intravenous and Tiotropium

• 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: tiotropium
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Spiriva, Spiriva Respimat, Spiriva Handihaler, Spiriva Respimat 30 Dose, Spiriva Respimat 14 Dose, Spiriva Respimat 28 ACT, Spiriva Respimat 60 ACT, Spiriva Respimat 10 ACT

Tiotropium inhalation is a bronchodilator that is used to prevent bronchospasm (narrowing of the airways in the lungs) in adults with COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), including bronchitis and emphysema.

Tiotropium inhalation is also used to prevent asthma attacks in adults and children who are at least 6 years old.

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