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Infliximab is a monoclonal anti-tumor necrosis factor alpha antibody used in the treatment of a wide variety of inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn's disease, and ankylosing spondylitis
It is also used to treat ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease (inflammatory diseases of the bowel) in adults and children aged 6 years and older. Infimab 100mg Injection should not be used if you have moderate or severe heart failure, tuberculosis (TB) or any other serious infections
Remicade Injection is given as an infusion (slow drip) into a vein under the supervision of a doctor. You will be monitored while you are given this medicine. The dose and how often you need it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms
Some other medicines may react with this medicine so talk to your doctor about other medications you are taking as well.
During treatment, your doctor will advise some tests to monitor your blood cell counts and track your progress.
Remicade 100mg Injection reduces the inflammation in your body by blocking the action of a protein called TNF-α (tumor necrosis factor-alpha), which is involved in the inflammatory processes of the body.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine.
Ans : Yes, Remicade Injection is a type of immunosuppressant drug. It suppresses inflammation (pain and swelling) caused by your immune system in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, etc. It works by recognizing and binding to certain special proteins in the body known as tumor necrosis factor (TNF alpha) which is responsible for causing inflammation. Blocking the TNF alpha helps suppress inflammation, pain and swelling.
Ans : Remicade Injection acts on the immune system and may reduce your ability to fight infections. This may increase the risk of getting serious infections that may spread throughout the body. These infections may be life threatening and may need to be treated in a hospital. Therefore, your doctor will monitor you for any infection before starting and during your treatment. Inform your doctor if you develop a fever or any other sign of infection while taking Infimab Injection. Furthermore, there are some reports which suggest that Remicade Injection may increase the risk of some types of cancer. However, remember that your doctor has prescribed this medicine to you because he has judged the benefits to you to be greater than any potential risks. Consult with your doctor if you have any further concerns.
Ans : You will have to visit the hospital to get this medicine whenever you have a dose scheduled. Remicade Injection is an intravenous infusion that is given via a drip into a vein in your arm over a two-hour period under the supervision of a healthcare professional. After your first treatment, you will be given a second infusion after 2 weeks and third infusion 4 weeks later. After that, usually another infusion is given in every 8 weeks. Please consult your doctor to know the schedule that suits your condition best.
Ans : Yes, in rare cases the liver may be affected. Contact your doctor in case you experience fever, dark brown-colored urine, extreme tiredness (severe fatigue) and pain on the right side of your stomach area (right-sided abdominal pain). You must also inform your doctor if you develop jaundice (skin and eyes turn yellow).
