Peginterferon beta-1a Subcutaneous and Xopenex

• Generic Name: peginterferon beta-1a
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Plegridy, Plegridy Pen, Plegridy Pen Starter Pack, Plegridy Starter Pack

Peginterferon beta-1a injection is used to treat the relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS). Peginterferon beta-1a will not cure MS, but it may slow some of the disabling effects and decrease the number of relapses of the disease. Peginterferons are natural substances that are produced in the body to help fight infections. Peginterferon beta-1a is a synthetic (man-made) version of these substances.

Peginterferon beta-1a is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: levalbuterol
• Dosage Forms: inhalation solution
• Other Brand Names: Xopenex, Xopenex Concentrate, Xopenex HFA

Xopenex (levalbuterol) is a short-acting bronchodilator that relaxes muscles in the airways and increases air flow to the lungs.

Xopenex inhalation is used to treat or prevent bronchospasm in people with reversible obstructive airway disease.

Xopenex solution is for use in adults and children 6 years of age and older. Xopenex HFA aerosol is for use in adults and children 4 years of age and older.