abatacept

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Drugs containing this active substance

  • ORENCIA 125 MG SOLUTION FOR INJECTION IN PRE-FILLED PEN

    What is ORENCIA used for?": "It is used in adults to treat rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis.", "How should I take ORENCIA?": "A dose of 125 mg should be injected once a week under the skin (subcutaneously), either in the abdomen or the front of the thigh.", "When should I not use this medication?": "It should not be used if you are allergic to the active ingredient or any of its components, or if you have a serious or uncontrolled infection.", "What side effects can ORENCIA cause?": "The most frequent side effects are upper respiratory tract infections (nose, throat), headache, and nausea. Lung or urinary tract infections, fatigue, diarrhea, skin rashes, and dizziness may also occur.", "What should I do if I have an allergic reaction?": "Inform your doctor immediately if you experience swelling of the face, hands, or feet, difficulty breathing or swallowing, severe rash, or hives.", "Can I take other medications while using this treatment?": "You may use it with steroids or analgesics (such as ibuprofen or diclofenac), but you must not use it with other biological medications for rheumatoid arthritis, such as adalimumab, etanercept, or infliximab.", "What precautions should I take regarding vaccines?": "You must inform your doctor if you have been recently vaccinated or if you are planning to be, as some vaccines should not be administered during treatment.", "What happens if I miss a dose?": "If you forget a dose within a three-day period, administer it as soon as you remember and follow your usual schedule. If more than three days have passed, consult your doctor to find out when you should receive your next dose."

    Form: solution for injection in pre-filled pen

    Active substance Dosage
    abatacept 125,875 mg

    ATC: L04A L04AA L04AA24

    Manufacturer: Bristol-Myers Squibb Pharma Eeig

  • It is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis in adults, as well as polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis in children and adolescents aged 2 years and older.

    Form: solution for injection in a pre-filled syringe

    Active substance Dosage
    abatacept 125,875 mg

    ATC: L04A L04AA L04AA24

    Manufacturer: Bristol-Myers Squibb Pharma Eeig

  • It is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis in adults, psoriatic arthritis in adults, and polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis in children and adolescents aged 6 to 17 years.

    Form: solution for infusion, concentrate

    Active substance Dosage
    abatacept 250 mg

    ATC: L04A L04AA L04AA24

    Manufacturer: Bristol-Myers Squibb Pharma Eeig