Actemra 200 Injection Benefits & Uses

Actemra 200 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Other Benefits

Giant Cell Arteritis

Actemra 200 Injection 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: 4 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given 4 mg/kg in every 4 weeks, dose may increase up 8 mg/kg in every 4 weeks
Geriatric	Disease: Rheumatoid Arthritis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given 4 mg/kg in every 4 weeks, dose may increase up 8 mg/kg in every 4 weeks

Actemra 200 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Actemra 200 Injection safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Actemra on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Unknown
Is the use of Actemra 200 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Actemra in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Actemra 200 Injection on the Kidneys?

Actemra has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Actemra 200 Injection on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Actemra. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Actemra only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Actemra 200 Injection on the Heart?

Actemra may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Actemra 200 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Actemra 200 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Fungal Infections
Diabetes
Blood Infection (Sepsis)
Liver Disease
Multiple Sclerosis

Frequently asked Questions about Actemra 200 Injection

Is this Actemra 200 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Actemra 200 Injection does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Actemra 200 Injection since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Actemra 200 Injection only on doctor's advice.

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

Actemra 200 Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Actemra 200 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Actemra 200 Injection

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Actemra 200 Injection, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Actemra 200 Injection

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Actemra 200 Injection with alcohol.

Unknown