Enbrel is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Rheumatoid Arthritis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Enbrel have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Enbrel depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Enbrel also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Cough, Headache. While these are the most often observed Enbrel side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Enbrel are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Enbrel's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. In addition, Enbrel's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Enbrel related warnings section.
Enbrel can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Enbrel in conditions like Infections. Other contraindications of Enbrel have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Enbrel have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Enbrel is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Enbrel is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Enbrel safe for pregnant women?
Enbrel should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Enbrel safe during breastfeeding?
Enbrel should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Enbrel on the Kidneys?
Enbrel can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Enbrel on the Liver?
Enbrel may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Enbrel on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Enbrel. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Enbrel should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Enbrel unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Enbrel habit forming or addictive?
Enbrel is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Enbrel will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Enbrel only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Enbrel cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Enbrel
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Enbrel, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Enbrel
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Enbrel with alcohol will be.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Enbrel® (etanercept)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 883-884
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 533-534
