ETANERCEPT

Overview

ETANERCEPT is a Schedule H drug.
Etanercept is a tumor necrosis factor (TNF) blocker. It works by decreasing TNF, a protein produced by the immune system to helps the body fight infections. In people with autoimmune disorders, the immune system produces too much TNF and mistakenly attacks healthy cells. Etanercept is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, or ankylosing spondylitis, and to prevent joint damage caused by these conditions. Etanercept is also used to treat polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis in children who are at least 2 years old. Etanercept is also used to treat plaque psoriasis in adults and children who are at least 4 years old.

Usage

ETANERCEPT is generally used to treat: Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriasis
ETANERCEPT can address symptoms like: Arms Swelling

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: Not Advised for age < 2yrs

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

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration:

Precautions

Avoid using contaminated solution of this drug or if the appearance of the solution is changed. Do not have any vaccinations while taking this medication. It may increase the risk of cancer and serious infections including tuberculosis. Caution needed in patients with history of decreased bone marrow function, history of cancer (e.g., lymphoma), seizures, active or reoccurring infections, diabetes, certain brain/spinal cord disorders (demyelinating disorders such as multiple sclerosis), blood disorders, heart disease (e.g., heart failure), allergies during pregnancy, in elderly, and children between 2 to 18 yrs. It should not be used in children less than 2 years. Do not share this medication with others.

Symptoms of Overdosage

ETANERCEPT over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

ETANERCEPT : Flu, Sarcoidosis

Serious Side-Effects

ETANERCEPT : Tuberculosis, Cancer, Congestive Heart Disease, Heart Attack, Aseptic Meningitis, Hydrocephalus, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Head Headache, Dizziness, Hair Loss, Eyes Burn, Nose Burn, Abdomen Pain, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Loss Of Appetite, Loose Motion, Dry Mouth, Arms Joint Pain

Disease Interactions

ETANERCEPT can interfere with: Hepatitis B, Hepatitis Non-A (alcoholic Hepatitis), Heart Failure, Hypoglycemia, Tuberculosis, Varicella Virus Antenatal Infection, Wegener’s Granulomatosis

Technical Classification

ETANERCEPT is categorized as:

• ANTIRHEUMATICS / MISCELLANEOUS AGENTS
• TNF ALFA INHIBITORS / IMMUNOSUPPRESSIVE AGENTS / IMMUNOLOGIC AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with ETANERCEPT as Ingredient

ENBREL 25MG INJ	ETANERCEPT 25 MG
ENBREL 50MG INJ	ETANERCEPT 50 MG
ETACEPT 25MG INJ	ETANERCEPT 25.0 MG
INTACEPT 25MG INJ	ETANERCEPT 25 MG
INTACEPT 50MG INJ	ETANERCEPT 50.0 MG