Etanercept
Etanercept Information
Etanercept Benefits & Uses
Etanercept is used to treat the following -
Etanercept Dosage & How to Take
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.
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Ingredients of Etanercept
Etanercept Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Etanercept is used -
- Nausea or vomiting
- Cough सामान्य
- Headache सामान्य
- Heartburn Unknown
- Itching or burning
- Skin Rash Mild
- Stomach ache सामान्य
- Weakness
- Depression Unknown
- Diarrhoea
- Fever सामान्य
- Urticaria
- Pharyngitis
- Sinus inflammation
Etanercept Related Warnings
Is the use of Etanercept safe for pregnant women?
Etanercept has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Etanercept without medical advice.
SevereIs the use of Etanercept safe during breastfeeding?
Etanercept may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
SevereWhat is the effect of Etanercept on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Etanercept. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
ModerateWhat is the effect of Etanercept on the Liver?
Etanercept can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
ModerateWhat is the effect of Etanercept on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Etanercept. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
ModerateSevere Interaction of Etanercept with Other Drugs
Etanercept should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Hydrocortisone
Melphalan
Zidovudine
Corticotropin
Azathioprine
Fluorouracil
Etanercept Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Etanercept unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
- Tuberculosis (TB)
- Heart Failure
- Liver Disease
- Infections
Frequently asked Questions about Etanercept
Is this Etanercept habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Etanercept.
NoIs it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Etanercept since it will not make you feel sleepy.
SafeIs it safe?
Yes, but take Etanercept only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's adviseIs it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Etanercept is not used to treat mental disorders.
NoEtanercept Interactions with Food and Alcohol
Interaction between Food and Etanercept
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Etanercept with food.
UnknownInteraction between Alcohol and Etanercept
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Etanercept with alcohol.
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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
