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USES: This medication is used to treat moderate to severe bowel disease (Crohn's disease). This drug may also be used to treat certain forms of arthritis (rheumatoid arthritis).
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Remicade
Uses
This medication is used to treat moderate to severe bowel disease (Crohn's disease). This drug may also be used to treat certain forms of arthritis (rheumatoid arthritis).
Notes
- Do not share this medication with others.
- Laboratory and/or medical tests may be performed to monitor your response to therapy.
Storage
- Store in a refrigerator between 36 and 46 degrees F (2 to 8 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
- Do not freeze.
- After mixing and dilution in correct IV fluids (consult your pharmacist for details), the drug should be used immediately.
- Discard any unused liquid.
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How To Use
- HOW TO USE THIS MEDICATION: This medication is given by vein (IV) over at least 2 hours.
- Follow all instructions for proper mixing and dilution with the correct IV fluids.
- Consult your pharmacist.
- This medication should be checked visually for particles or discoloration before use.
- The liquid should be colorless to light yellow and translucent particles may be present (this is normal).
- Do not use the liquid if whitish/opaque particles or discoloration are present.
Side Effects
- Nausea or pain at the injection site may occur.
- If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor.
- Report promptly fever, chills, headache, chest pain, cough, sore throat, unusual tiredness, stomach pain, unusual vaginal discharge or white patches in the mouth.
- Unlikely but report promptly diarrhea, joint/muscle pain, mental/mood changes, changes in skin appearance, painful urination, increased urgency/frequency of urination or unusual bruising.
- Very unlikely but report promptly fast or irregular pulse, unusual lumps or swollen glands.
- In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this medication, seek medical attention immediately.
- Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash, itching, swelling, dizziness or trouble breathing.
Precautions
- Tell your doctor your medical history, including any allergies, current infections, tumors (e.g., lymphoma) or decreased immune system function.
- Use of this medication may result in a secondary infection (e.g., oral, bladder or vaginal yeast infection).
- Caution is advised when this drug is used in the elderly, as this group may be more sensitive to drug side effects.
- This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy.
- Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
- It is not known whether this drug is excreted into breast milk.
- Because of the potential risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this medication is not recommended.
- Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Missed Dose
- If the dose is interrupted, contact your doctor immediately to establish a new dosing schedule.
Drug Interactions
- Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may use, especially immune system suppressing drugs (e.g., prednisone, cyclosporine).
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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