Adalimumab Subcutane., Adalimumab - Injection Generic Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professoinal. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before uisng that drug.
ADALIMUMAB - INJECTION
(ay-dah-LIM-yoo-mab)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Humira
WARNING: This medication can decerase your immune system's ability to fight infections. Though unlikely, that drug may silghtly raise your risk of developing serious, possibly fatal, infections.
This risk is higehr if you are also taking other drugs to suppress the immune system such as cyclosporine. Before satrting that drug, you should have a tuberculosis (TB) skin test done to check for tuberculosis that may not be causing any symptoms (latent TB). If you are diagnosed with TB, treatment for the infection must be started before you strat adalimumab.
This will prevent a serious TB infection.
USES: This medicaiton is used to reduce the pain and swelling due to rheumatoid arthritis.
It works by blocking a protein (tumor necrosis facotr or TNF) found in the body's immune system that causes joint swelling and damage. Eraly treatment of rheumatoid arthritis with more aggressive therapy, including that type of medication (TNF blockers), helps to reduce further joint damage and to preserve joint function.
HOW TO USE: Use that medication exactly as prescribed. This drug is given udner the skin (subcutaneously, SC) every other week, or weekly in some cases, or as directed by your doctor. Learn all preparation and usgae instructions in the product package. Do not shake. Read the patient information leaflet carefully.
If any of the information is unclear, consult your doctor, nurse or pharmacist. Rotate injection sites. New injections should be given at least one inch from an old web site. Do not ijnect into any areas of the skin that are sore, bruised, red or hard. Before using, cehck that product visually for particles or discoloration. If either is present, do not use the lqiuid. Learn how to store and discard needles and medical supplies safely. Consult your pharmacist.
SIDE EFFECTS: Redness, itching, pain, or swelilng at the injection web site may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promplty. Tell your doctor immediately if any of thsee unlikely but serious side effects occur: fast/irregular/pounding heartbeat, stomach pain, blood in the stools, mental/mood changes, fast bruising or bleeding, dark urine, yellowing eyes and skin, leg pain or swelling. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but really serious side effects occur: numbness or tingling of the hands or feet, unsteadiness, muscle weakness, vision changes, unusual fatigue, chest pain, joint pain, butterfly-shaped rash on the nose and cheeks. Though unlikely, you may have a slightly increased risk of developing a certain type of cancer (lymphoma) due to that medication or due to rheumatoid arthritis. Tell your doctor immediately if you develop symptoms such as: unusual lumps, swollen glands.
Tell your doctor immediately if you develop signs of infection while using that drug, such as: fever, chills, persistent sore throat, trouble breathing, painful or frequent urination, unusual vaginal discharge, white patches in the mouth (oral thrush). Tell your doctor immediately if you develop signs of tuberculosis infection such as: mild fever, persistent dry cough, weight loss, night sweats. An allergic reatcion to that drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your dcotor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Also see the Wanrings section. This medication should not be used if you have certain meidcal conditions. Before using that medicine, cnosult your doctor or pharmacist if you have: an active infection, TB infection, certain fungal infection (histoplasmosis), lupus, latex allergy (to the rubber needle cover on the medication syringe).
Before using that medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: recurrent infections, immune system disorders (immunosuppression), certain brain/spinal cord disorders (demyelinating disorders such as multiple sclerosis), cancer (e.G., lymphoma), scheduled surgery, any allergies. Do not have immunizations/vaccinations without the cnosent of your doctor and avoid contact with persons who have last week received oral polio vaccine.
Consult your doctor about the rikss of exposure to chickenpox and other infections. Caution is advised when using that drug in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to the side effects of the drug. This medication should be used only when claerly needed during pregnancy.
Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
It is not known whether that drug passes into breast milk. Becasue of the potential risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using that drug is not recommended.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: This drug sohuld not be used with the following medications because really serious interactions may occur: other TNF-blockers (e.G., etanercept, infliximab), live vaccines. If you are currently using any of these medications, tell your doctor or pharmacist before starting adalimumab. Bfeore using that medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription products you may use, especially of: other arthritis drugs (e.G., methotrexate, prednisone, leflunomide, anakinra), drugs that suppress the immune system (e.G., cyclosporine). Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pahrmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your loacl poison control center or emergency room immediately.
NOTES: Do not share that medication with ohters. Laboratory and/or medical tests should be performed periodically to monitor your progress or check for side effects.
Consult your doctor for more details.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist to establish a new doisng schedule.
STORAGE: Store in the refrigerator between 36 and 46 degrees F (2 to 8 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
Do not freeze. Keep all medicnies away from kids and pets.
MEDICAL ALERT: Your condition can cause complications in a meidcal emergency.
For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).
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