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Remicade - Infliximab - Dosage - Side Effects - Drug Interactions

Remicade (infliximab) drug information, dosage, side effects, drug interactions, and warnings. Remicade, generic drug name infliximab, is a TNF blocker drug classified as a biologic response modifier. Remicade is given by IV infusion under medical supervision. Remicade (infliximab) is often prescribed in combination with the drug methotrexate.
The Facts Of Remicade
Remicade is one of the TNF inhibitors used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, and other conditions. Learn more facts about Remicade.
TNF Blockers (Enbrel, Remicade, Humira) - Test Your Knowledge
How much do you know about rheumatoid arthritis drugs Enbrel, Remicade, and Humira? Take the quiz and test your knowledge.
Drug Monograph: Remicade / Infliximab
Infliximab neutralizes the biological activity of the cytokine tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNFalpha).In patients with rheumatoid arthritis, infliximab substantially improves clinical symptoms when given in combination with methotrexate. Infliximab is administered intravenously.
Patient Education: Remicade / Infliximab Injection / Infusion
Patient education for Remicade / infliximab injection/infusion. Remicade is used to help relieve the symptoms of Crohn's disease, psoriasis, or rheumatoid arthritis. It may take two to four weeks from the time of the initial injection before the full benefit of infliximab is seen.
Product Photographs: Remicade / Infliximab
Product photographs of Remicade / infliximab.
Is It Possible To Decrease The Risk Of An Allergic Reaction To Remicade?
Dr. Zashin explains what can be done to decrease the chance of having an allergic reaction to Remicade.
Rheumatoid Arthritis Drugs Linked To Increased Risk of Infections And Cancer
TNF Blockers, specifically Humira and Remicade reportedly increase the risk of cancer and serious infection.
Monoclonal Antibody - What Is A Monoclonal Antibody?
Some of the newest biologic treatments for rheumatoid arthritis are monoclonal antibodies. What is a monoclonal antibody?
Biologic Drugs - Are Some Arthritis Patients Unsuitable Candidates For Biologic Drugs?
The medical history of some arthritis patients make them unsuitable candidates for biologic drugs such as Enbrel, Remicade, Humira, Orencia, and Rituxan.
Enbrel, Remicade, and Humira - How are the drugs similar and different?
Patients are often advised to weigh the benefit and risk of any medication, including TNF blockers Enbrel, Remicade, and Humira. What similarities and differences are there between the three drugs?
TNF Blocker Drugs and Infection Risk
TNF blocker drugs have an infection risk.
When Is It Appropriate To Switch Your TNF Blocker Drug?
If an arthritis patient is on one of the TNF blocker drugs, when is it appropriate to switch to another? Is it possible for a patient to respond differently to another TNF blocker drug? Can a patient go back on one of the TNF blocker drugs after having stopped treatment?
Side Effects Of Enbrel, Remicade, and Humira - Weighing The Risk vs. Benefits
Arthritis patients sometimes fear the side effects of the TNF blockers Enbrel, Remicade, and Humira. Should they be afraid and avoid these drugs?
Early, Aggressive Arthritis Treatment For Newly Diagnosed Patients
Early, aggressive treatment for arthritis can prevent joint damage and deformity.
Biologic Response Modifier: What is it?
Biological therapy, also referred to as immunotherapy or biotherapy, employ biologic response modifiers (BRMs) to stimulate or restore the ability of the immune system to fight disease and/or infection.
Arthritis Drugs: What Are My Options?
Medications have long been considered "traditional" treatment. Since individual response to a specific medication can vary and because possible side effects are also a factor, finding the most effective medication or combination of medications can be a more difficult process than one would expect.
Patient Information: Remicade (Infliximab)
Prescribing and essential information for Remicade (Infliximab), from Centocor.

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