Advixa 40
Rx- Generic:
- Adalimumab
- Company:
- Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Dosage form:
- Injection
- Pack size:
- Injection
৳ 8,000/unit
Pack: ৳ 8,000
At a glance
Adalimumab is a tumor necrosis factor (TNF) blocker used to treat various autoimmune diseases. It helps reduce inflammation in Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriasis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Crohn's disease, Ulcerative Colitis, and Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis. It is administered as a subcutaneous injection and is usually given by a healthcare professional
Indications
• Ankylosing spondylitis • Rheumatoid arthritis • Psoriasis • Ulcerative Colitis • Crohn’s disease
Dosage
Adult Dose: Subcutaneous Rheumatoid arthritis, Ankylosing spondylitis, Psoriatic arthritis Adult: 40 mg as a single dose every other wk. May increase to wkly dosing when used as monotherapy. Crohn's disease, Ulcerative colitis Adult: Moderate to severe active disease: Initially, 160 mg (given as four 40-mg inj in 1 day or as two 40-mg inj for 2 consecutive days), then 80 mg 2 wk after the initial dose (day 15). Maintenance: After 2 wk (day 29), 40 mg every other wk, may increase to 40 mg wkly if needed. Review treatment if no response w/in 8 (ulcerative colitis) or 12 (Crohn's disease) wk of therapy. Plaque psoriasis Adult: Initially, 80 mg. Maintenance: 40 mg every other wk beginning 1 wk after 1st dose. Child Dose: Subcutaneous Juvenile idiopathic arthritis Child: >4 yr 15 to 30 kg: 40 mg every other wk.
Side effects
Common: • Headache • Sinus inflammation • Rash • Upper respiratory tract infection • Injection site reaction
Precautions & warnings
[UNSAFE] Adalimumab may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Adalimumab may cause room spinning sensation and vision disturbances. This may affect your driving ability. It is given by injection under the skin (via subcutaneous). Take it as per the dose and duration suggested by the doctor. Inform your doctor immediately if you notice severe rash, hives, swelling of hands or face and shortness of breath. Store the pen in the refrigerator. When refrigeration is not possible, you can also keep your pen at room temperature (less than 30°C) for up to 2 weeks. Do not freeze it. Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor first.