Dasatinib is a prescription medication used to treat certain types of leukemia (cancers of the white blood cells). Dasatinib belongs to a group of drugs kinase inhibitors. It works by blocking the action of proteins that signal cancer cells to grow.

​This medication comes in tablet form. It is usually taken by mouth once a day, with or without food.

Common side effects of dasatinib are diarrhea, headache, and cough.

Omalizumab is a prescription medication used to decrease asthma attacks (wheezing, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing) in people with asthma caused by dander, pollen, and dust mites (allergic asthma). 

Omalizumab belongs to a group of drugs called monoclonal antibodies which work by blocking IgE antibodies. IgE antibodies play a role in allergic reactions.

This medication comes in an injectable form to be given just under the skin by a healthcare provider. It is usually given once every 2 weeks, or once every 4 weeks.

Common side effects include redness and pain at...

Certolizumab is a prescription medicine used to treat adults with Crohn's disease, rheumatoid arthritis (RA), psoriatic arthritis (PsA), and ankylosing spondylitis. Certolizumab belongs to a group of drugs called tumor necrosis factor (TNF) blockers. TNF is a natural substance in the body that can cause inflammation. Certolizumab binds to TNF to decrease inflammation and to relieve the signs and symptoms of Crohn's disease, RA, PsA, and ankylosing spondylitis.

Certolizumab is available as an injection and is injected under the skin (subcutaneously) every 2 or every 4 weeks. 

Tiotropium is a prescription medication used daily to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Tiotropium inhalation spray is also used for long-term maintenance treatment of asthma. Tiotropium belongs to a group of drugs called antimuscarinics which work by relaxing the smooth muscle of the airways, making it easier to breathe.

This medication comes in capsule form to use with a specially designed inhaler. These capsules are not to be swallowed. Instead, using the Spiriva HandiHaler, the capsule is punctured, and the powder inside the...