SCAPHO 150MG INJ

Overview

SCAPHO 150MG INJ is a Schedule H drug.

SCAPHO 150MG INJ is composed of: SECUKINUMAB (150 MG)

Secukinumab is an immunosuppressant that reduces the effects of a chemical substance in the body that can cause inflammation. Secukinumab is used to treat moderate to severe plaque psoriasis (raised, silvery flaking of the skin) in adults.

Usage

SECUKINUMAB is generally used to treat: Psoriasis

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Precautions

Do not use the drug if there is any sign of infection. The injection should not be given in the skin area which is affected by psoriasis, or if the skin is found to be too tender, bruised or red. The injection should be administered under the skin in the upper thighs or near the abdomen. It should not be administered in the two inch area near the belly. It is advisable that patients receiving secukinumab should be tested for tuberculosis. Caution should be advised while using it in patients with inflammatory bowel disease.

Symptoms of Overdosage

SECUKINUMAB over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

SECUKINUMAB : Hives, Skin Rash, Fever, Head Headache, Body Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful), Throat Soreness, Runny Nose, Fatigue (tiredness), Weakness (generalized), Body Pain, Chills, Cough, Difficulty Breathing, Loss Of Voice

Serious Side-Effects

SECUKINUMAB : Diarrhoea, Abdomen Pain, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools

Rare Side-Effects

SECUKINUMAB : Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling

Disease Interactions

SECUKINUMAB can interfere with: Bacterial Infection, Fungal Infection, Tuberculosis, Latent Tuberculosis, Vaccination, Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Technical Classification

SECUKINUMAB is categorized as: INTERLEUKIN INHIBITORS / IMMUNOSUPPRESSIVE AGENTS / IMMUNOLOGIC AGENTS

Available Alternatives

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

SCAPHO 150MG INJ	INR 25233 for 1 INJECTION	SECUKINUMAB 150 MG
SECUKINUMAB		SECUKINUMAB