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Sun-18-09-2011, 20:26 PM
Humira (generic name adalimumab): Is taken by injection under the skin once every two weeks. The patient can do this at home themselves. Treatment will usually be stopped if there is no improvement after 16 weeks.
Patients should be checked for tuberculosis (TB) before taking Humira and you should have regular blood tests.
Who should not take Humira?
*People with active serious infections, history of recurrent infections or a history of heart failure
*People with multiple sclerosis or other similar types of demyelinating neurological diseases
*Children – the medication has not been approved for children
*Caution is advised for the elderly, due to the already increased risk of infection for this age group
*Pregnant women should not be treated with Humira and women should not breastfeed during treatment with Humira
What should I watch for AFTER starting HUMIRA?
*Serious infections. These include TB and infections caused by viruses, fungi, or bacteria. Symptoms related to TB include cough, low-grade fever, weight loss, or loss of body fat and muscle.
* Allergic reactions. Signs of a serious allergic reaction include skin rash, a swollen face, or trouble breathing.
* Hepatitis B virus reactivation in patients that carry the virus in their blood. Symptoms include feeling unwell, poor appetite, tiredness, fever, rash, or joint pain.
* Nervous system problems. Signs and symptoms include numbness or tingling, problems with your vision, weakness in your arms or legs, and dizziness.
* Blood problems. Symptoms include a fever that does not go away, bruising or bleeding very easily, or looking very pale.
* New heart failure or worsening of heart failure you already have. Symptoms include shortness of breath or swelling of your ankles or feet, or sudden weight gain.
* Immune reactions including a lupus-like syndrome. Symptoms include chest discomfort or pain that does not go away, shortness of breath, joint pain, or rash on your cheeks or arms that gets worse in the sun.
* Psoriasis (new or worsening). Symptoms include red scaly patches or raised bumps that are filled with pus.
Common side effects of HUMIRA include injection site reactions (redness, rash, swelling, itching, or bruising), upper respiratory infections (sinus infections), headaches, rash, and nausea. These are not all of the possible side effects with HUMIRA. Tell your doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away.
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Patients should be checked for tuberculosis (TB) before taking Humira and you should have regular blood tests.
Who should not take Humira?
*People with active serious infections, history of recurrent infections or a history of heart failure
*People with multiple sclerosis or other similar types of demyelinating neurological diseases
*Children – the medication has not been approved for children
*Caution is advised for the elderly, due to the already increased risk of infection for this age group
*Pregnant women should not be treated with Humira and women should not breastfeed during treatment with Humira
What should I watch for AFTER starting HUMIRA?
*Serious infections. These include TB and infections caused by viruses, fungi, or bacteria. Symptoms related to TB include cough, low-grade fever, weight loss, or loss of body fat and muscle.
* Allergic reactions. Signs of a serious allergic reaction include skin rash, a swollen face, or trouble breathing.
* Hepatitis B virus reactivation in patients that carry the virus in their blood. Symptoms include feeling unwell, poor appetite, tiredness, fever, rash, or joint pain.
* Nervous system problems. Signs and symptoms include numbness or tingling, problems with your vision, weakness in your arms or legs, and dizziness.
* Blood problems. Symptoms include a fever that does not go away, bruising or bleeding very easily, or looking very pale.
* New heart failure or worsening of heart failure you already have. Symptoms include shortness of breath or swelling of your ankles or feet, or sudden weight gain.
* Immune reactions including a lupus-like syndrome. Symptoms include chest discomfort or pain that does not go away, shortness of breath, joint pain, or rash on your cheeks or arms that gets worse in the sun.
* Psoriasis (new or worsening). Symptoms include red scaly patches or raised bumps that are filled with pus.
Common side effects of HUMIRA include injection site reactions (redness, rash, swelling, itching, or bruising), upper respiratory infections (sinus infections), headaches, rash, and nausea. These are not all of the possible side effects with HUMIRA. Tell your doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away.
humira.com
Tips on using the bio treatments: Biological Treatments For Psoriasis
