Intacept

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Intacept Information

Intacept is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Rheumatoid Arthritis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Intacept also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Intacept depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Intacept include Nausea or vomiting, Cough, Headache. Some other side effects of Intacept have been listed ahead. These side effects of Intacept are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Intacept's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Intacept related warnings talks about Intacept's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Intacept is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Infections are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Intacept have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Intacept have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Intacept is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.



Intacept Benefits & Uses

Intacept is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Intacept 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.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 Weekly
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 Weekly
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Psoriasis
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.8 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 Weekly
  • Course Duration: 3 months
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Psoriasis
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.8 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 Weekly
  • Course Duration: 3 months
  • Special Instructions: Above 4 years old can take


Intacept Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Intacept is used -

Mild

Common

Unknown

Intacept Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Intacept safe for pregnant women?


    Intacept should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Intacept safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Intacept. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Intacept on the Kidneys?


    There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Intacept. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Intacept on the Liver?


    There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Intacept. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Intacept on the Heart?


    Intacept can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

    Moderate


Severe Interaction of Intacept with Other Drugs

Intacept should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe



Intacept Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Intacept unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Intacept

  • Is this Intacept habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Intacept.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Intacept since it does not cause drowsiness.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Intacept is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Intacept is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Intacept Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Intacept


    Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Intacept, due to a lack of research on this.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Intacept


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Intacept with alcohol will be.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


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

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