Etanercept is generally used in treatment of ankylosing spondylitis, Crohn’s disease, psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis and ulcerative colitis
Side effects
Allergic reaction
Injection site reaction
Itching
Rash
Upper respiratory tract infection
How to use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How it works
Etanercept blocks the action of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for inflammation, swelling and redness associated with certain joint diseases.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Etanercept a disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug? Yes, Etanercept is a disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug
Q. Is Etanercept a steroid or monoclonal antibody? Etanercept is not a steroid or monoclonal antibody. It is a recombinant human protein and TNF inhibitor
Q. Is Etanercept safe? Etanercept is safe to use if so it is used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as per the advice of the doctor.
Q. Does Etanercept cause weight gain or hair loss? Etanercept can cause weight gain and hair loss
Q. How long does Etanercept take to work? Etanercept can start action in few days but usually it takes around 2-12 weeks to work for complete action.
Expert Advice
Etanercept is given by injection under the skin (subcutaneous injection). You, a friend, or a family member can be taught how to give the injections.Some people feel better quite quickly after receiving the injection while others may take longer. Keep taking your medication.Etanercept could make it harder for you to fight infections. It is best to stop taking Etanercept if you have a fever or think you have an infection, or you have been given antibiotics to treat an infection.Have a tuberculosis skin test & chest x-ray done before starting Etanercept.Get blood tests done regularly to keep a track of your arthritis and make sure that Etanercept is not affecting your blood counts.
Product Details
SKU: PC-902368 Product Description: Intacept 25 MG/0.5 ml Injection is manufactured by Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd Packing: Vial Condition: New Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.