Prescribing Information: Prior to initiating treatment with etanercept, read prescribing information and consult a healthcare provider.
Etanercept is a Bio Pharmaceutical medication that is used in the treatment of autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic Arthritis, Juvenile idiopathic arthritis, plaque psoriasis, and Ankylosing Spondylitis. Etanercept works by inhibiting the tumor necrosis factor TNF by working as a TNF inhibitor. Autoimmune diseases are caused by the overactivity of the immune system. Etanercept blocks the TNF-Alpha factor which is known as the "master regulator of immune-inflammatory responses" in organs. Etanercept is a large molecule having a molecular weight of 150 kDa that blocks the activity of TNF- Alpha factor by decreasing its involvement in inflammation in the human body including several autoimmune diseases. Indication and usage:
Dosage and administration: Treatment always be started by the specialist physicians experienced in the diagnosis as well as treatment of the juvenile idiopathic arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, plaque psoriasis or paediatric plaque psoriasis. Patients could self-inject in the case of only if their healthcare provider determines that it is appropriate and with the medical follow-up, as crucial, after the proper training in the injection technique. The different dose concentration of etanercept are mentioned below:
Side effects: Some common side effect of etanercept injection are:
Storage and handling: The handling of etanercept should be very careful. Etanercept is stored in the refrigerator where temperature ranges from 36°F-46°F (2°C and 8°C). Etanercept 50 mg can be stored at room temperature for about 14 days ranging from 68°F-77°F (20°C and 25°C). After storing at room temperature for about 14 days the etanercept should be disposed of. The disposal of etanercept should be according to SOP. It should not be disposed of in an open environment. If the disposed etanercept came in contact with an individual it can cause tumor growth or cancer. Read:- Uses of Etanercept
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