Quillivant XR and Tacrolimus Oral, Intravenous

• Generic Name: methylphenidate
• Dosage Forms: powder, for oral suspension, extended release
• Other Brand Names: QuilliChew ER, Quillivant XR, Adhansia XR, Aptensio XR, Concerta, Cotempla XR-ODT, Jornay PM, Metadate ER, Methylin, Relexxii, Ritalin, Ritalin LA, Metadate CD, Ritalin SR, Daytrana, Methylin ER

Quillivant XR (methylphenidate) is a central nervous system stimulant. It affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control.

Quillivant XR extended-release oral suspension is used to treat attention deficit disorder (ADD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The extended-release oral suspension formulation releases methylphenidate into your body throughout the day.

Quillivant XR may help increase attention and decrease impulsiveness and hyperactivity in patients with ADHD.

• Generic Name: tacrolimus
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Astagraf XL, Envarsus XR, Prograf, Hecoria

Tacrolimus is used together with other medicines to prevent the body from rejecting a transplanted organ (eg, kidney, liver, or heart). Tacrolimus may be used with steroids, azathioprine, basiliximab, or mycophenolate mofetil. Tacrolimus belongs to a group of medicines known as immunosuppressive agents.

When a patient receives an organ transplant, the body's white blood cells will try to get rid of (reject) the transplanted organ. Tacrolimus works by suppressing the immune system to prevent the white blood cells from trying to get rid of the transplanted organ.

Tacrolimus is a very strong medicine. It can cause side effects that can be very serious, such as kidney problems. It may also decrease the body's ability to fight infections. You and your doctor should talk about the benefits of tacrolimus as well as the risks of using it.

Tacrolimus is available only with your doctor's prescription.