Remicade 100mg Injection, Packaging Type : Vial

PRODUCT INTRODUCTIONRemicade Injection is used for the treatment of various inflammatory conditions of the joints (rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis), skin (psoriasis), and bowel (ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease). It reduces inflammation in these conditions by blocking TNF alpha.
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. Make sure that you turn up for all your injections as per the schedule advised by your doctor. Taking this medicine regularly will greatly help to relieve your symptoms.
The most common side effects seen with this medicine include headache, sinus inflammation, upper respiratory tract infection, abdominal pain, and pharyngitis (pain or irritation in the throat). Some people may experience fever, chills, sweating, etc. due to an infusion reaction while this medicine is administered. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects persist or bother you. You may get infections more easily when you are being treated with this medicine. Tell your doctor right away if you develop any symptoms of an infection like fever, cough, rash, loose stools, or flu-like symptoms.
Before the start of treatment, let your doctor know if you have heart failure or tuberculosis or another serious infection like pneumonia or if you the hepatitis B virus. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before using this medicine. 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.
There is a Patient Support Program/Patient Assistance Program available in India for this medicine, being managed by Tata 1mg. Please contact your prescribing doctor to know more about the same. You may also call on (1800-102-1618) for more details.USES OF REMICADE POWDER FOR INJECTION

• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Ankylosing spondylitis
• Psoriasis
• Ulcerative colitis
• Crohn’s disease

BENEFITS OF REMICADE POWDER FOR INJECTIONIn Rheumatoid arthritisRemicade Injection reduces pain, stiffness, and swelling in your joints and slows down the progression of bone and joint damage. This will help you do normal daily activities more easily and thus improve your quality of life. The medicine is given as an injection is given by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered.Show MoreSIDE EFFECTS OF REMICADE POWDER FOR INJECTIONMost side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Remicade

• Headache
• Sinus inflammation
• Upper respiratory tract infection
• Infusion reaction
• Abdominal pain
• Sore throat

HOW TO USE REMICADE POWDER FOR INJECTIONYour doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.HOW REMICADE POWDER FOR INJECTION WORKSRemicade Injection is a monoclonal antibody that blocks a protein in immune system called TNF (tumor necrosis factor) that causes inflammation (pain and swelling) in joints.