Actemra (Tocilizumab)
Brand: Actemra
Active Ingredient(s): Tocilizumab
Pack Size: 1 unit – 1 unit – 1 unit Injectable
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Manufacturer: Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd (Canada)
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Description
Actemra (Tocilizumab) is an antirheumatic agent. It is typically used for adults with moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis (is an autoimmune and inflammatory disease that affects the joints) that did not respond well enough to methotrexate or another disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (a class of drugs indicated for treating rheumatoid arthritis). It may also have other uses.
Additional information
Actemra (Tocilizumab)'s dosage depends on the condition being treated. Your doctor or pharmacist may have suggested a schedule that is more appropriate for you. Your doctor or nurse will administer Actemra (Tocilizumab) to you in a hospital or clinical setting. WARNING: Serious infections have been reported in patients receiving tocilizumab, infection may lead to hospitalization or death. Use with caution in patients at increased risk for gastrointestinal perforation (a hole that forms all the way through the stomach, large bowel, or small intestine). Use with caution in patient with central nervous system problem (brain and nerves). Use with caution in elderly patients. In addition to its desired action, Actemra (Tocilizumab) may cause some side effects, notably: It may cause skin rash, hyperglycemia (high blood sugar level), urinary tract infection. It may cause headaches, high blood pressure, nausea, headache. It may cause injection site reactions, constipation, increased serum cholesterol. Contraindications: Known hypersensitivity to tocilizumab or any component of the formulation. Taking Actemra (Tocilizumab) during pregnancy may be harmful for the baby. Women of childbearing potential should use an effective contraceptive method. Pregnant women should not use this product. If you're planning a pregnancy or become pregnant or breastfeeding, contact your family doctor. A treatment with Actemra (Tocilizumab) requires regular monitoring by a doctor. Be sure to see your doctor for all regularly scheduled appointments.Actemra (Tocilizumab)
Warning
Each person may react differently to a treatment. If you think this medication may be causing side effects (including those described here, or others), talk to your doctor or pharmacist. He or she can help you to determine whether or not the medication is the source of the problem.
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