Enbrel 50 Mg Injection

Dr. Emily Brown

Dr. Ryan Mitchell

SKU

CMS3670

USA Brand Name

Enbrel

Strength

50mg

Generic Name

Etanercept

Manufacturer

Pfizer Ltd

## Enbrel 50 Mg Injection (Etanercept)

## What Is The Generic Name For Enbrel 50 Mg Injection:

Etanercept is the generic version for Enbrel 50 Mg Injection

## Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Enbrel 50 Mg Injection (Etanercept):

Enbrel

## About Enbrel 50 Mg Injection (Etanercept)

Enbrel 50 Mg Injection contains an active ingredient, Etanercept, which is used alone or in combination with other medicines to relieve the symptoms of conditions where the immune system attacks healthy parts of the body causing pain, swelling, & damage (Auto-immune disorders). This is used for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriasis etc. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder which chiefly affects the joints. It causes inflammation in the joints & resulting in painful deformity and immobility. Ankylosing spondylitis is a category of arthritis that mainly affects the spine. An affected individual experiences pain & stiffness from the neck radiating down to the lower back. Over time, the vertebrae may grow or fuse with one another that form a rigid spine. The fusing of vertebrae & rigid spine can also result in a stooped-over posture. Psoriasis is an inflammatory skin disease which is not contagious but has a tendency to run in families. Ulcerative colitis is a kind of inflammatory bowel disease that causes inflammation over long term & damages the large intestine (colon/bowels) and the rectum. Crohn’s disease is a kind of inflammatory bowel disease which commonly affects the end of the small intestine but can also affect the entire digestive tract in patches. This medicine is available at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, & medical supply stores & must be taken strictly by doctor’s prescription only.

## Manufacturer :

Pfizer Ltd. is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Enbrel 50 Mg Injection.

## Strength :

Enbrel 50 Mg Injection contains an active constituent, Etanercept (50 Mg). It is obtainable in other substitutes also at all the leading online pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

## What Are The Uses Of The Enbrel 50 Mg Injection (Etanercept):

Enbrel 50 Mg Injection is used in the treatment in the following conditions:

Rheumatoid arthritis

Ankylosing spondylitis

Psoriasis

Ulcerative Colitis

Crohn’s disease

Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis

Psoriatic Arthritis

Chronic plaque psoriasis

## How Enbrel 50 Mg Injection (Etanercept) Works:

Enbrel 50 Mg Injection has an active ingredient; Etanercept which blocks the action of certain chemical messengers which are accountable for inflammation, swelling & redness related with certain joint diseases. Etanercept reduces the effect of naturally present TNF, & hence it is a TNF inhibitor , functioning as a decoy receptor which binds to TNF. Tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNFα) is a cytokine created by lymphocytes & macrophages , two types of white blood cells . It mediates the immune response by attracting extra white blood cells to sites of inflammation & through additional molecular mechanisms which initiate & amplify inflammation. Inhibition of its action by Etanercept reduces the inflammatory response that is especially useful for treating autoimmune diseases .

## Before You Use Enbrel 50 Mg Injection (Etanercept):

Make sure that:

You are not allergic to Etanercept

You are not having any serious Disease

Your doctor must be learned about your medicinal history like your pre-existing disease, surgeries & Medications, Supplements, Food Habits, lifestyle, etc.

## What Should You Avoid While Taking Enbrel 50 Mg Injection (Etanercept):

You should avoid taking alcohol

You should avoid driving

You should avoid the use of Live vaccination

You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

## When Not To Use Enbrel 50 Mg Injection (Etanercept):

You should not take Enbrel 50 Mg Injection if you:

Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity

Have liver problems

Have kidney problems

Have autoimmune disorders

Have Hepatitis B virus reactivation

Have Hematological reactions

Have Heart failure

Have Malignancies

Have Neurological reactions

Are pregnant

Have infections

Are breastfeeding

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Have an Allergy to the Injection

Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs

Have Liver disease

Have infections

## Dosage :

Enbrel 50 Mg Injection contains an active ingredient, Etanercept, which is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn’s disease, Psoriatic arthritis, ulcerative colitis, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriasis etc. This medicine is available in different substitutes & strengths & has got to be purchased or given on doctor’s prescription only. You must consult your physician for adjustment of dosage & time of the medicine because age and severity of the disease differ from person to person and it can only be best judged by your doctor.

Adults are advised to take Enbrel 50 Mg Injection at a fixed time with or without food as instructed by your Doctor. You must take Enbrel 50 Mg Injection regularly on time for better results.

## How Much Of The Enbrel 50 Mg Injection (Etanercept) to Be Used:

As Enbrel 50 Mg Injection is available in various strengths and substitutes, Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Enbrel 50 Mg Injection. You must not take the Injection on your own & for a longer period than recommended by the doctor.

## How To Take The Enbrel 50 Mg Injection (Etanercept):

Enbrel 50 Mg Injection should be taken at a fixed time as directed by your doctor. Your doctor or nurse will give you Enbrel 50 Mg Injection. Kindly do not self administer this medicine.

## For How Long Should You Continue Using Enbrel 50 Mg Injection (Etanercept):

You are always advised to take Enbrel 50 Mg Injection as prescribed. Do not start/stop using this medicine yourself. You must strictly follow all the directions given by your doctor. You must not take the Injection in larger or smaller quantity or for a longer period than suggested by your doctor.

## Overdose :

You must seek out medical emergency treatment and/ or contact your surgeon without delay in case of any overdose symptoms. Since Enbrel 50 Mg Injection is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, the emergency measure will be initiated without delay by your physician if they observe overdose symptoms.

## Missed Dose:

The missed dosage of the injection should be administered by the medical doctor as soon as possible. It is strictly recommended to skip the missed dosage if it is already time for your next planned dosage. You must not double the dosage of the treatment to make up for the missed dosage. Since Enbrel 50 Mg Injection is administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical or hospital setting, the likelihood of a missed dosage is very low.

## What Are The Side Effects Of The Enbrel 50 Mg Injection (Etanercept):

Chills and fever

Cough

Sneezing

Sore throat

Itching and skin rash

Headache

Nausea

Dizziness

Allergic reaction

Upper respiratory tract infection

Injection site reaction

## What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Enbrel 50 Mg Injection. These interactions may generate some needless or adverse effects and/or cause your drug not to work properly. You must always have a conversation with your doctor if you are taking other prescription/ Supplements so that well-planned medication can be given. It interacts with the following medicines:

Corticosteroids

Live attenuated vaccines and related products

Ganciclovir

Adalimumab

Azathioprine

It can also interact with the following disease condition:

Malignancies

Tuberculosis

Congestive heart failure

Hematologic abnormalities

Central nervous system disorders

Wegener’s granulomatosis

Liver Disease

Alcoholic hepatitis

Hepatitis B

Infections

## Warning And Precaution:

Enbrel 50 Mg Injection can worsen the conditions like:

Allergy

Kidney/ Liver disease

You must not take this medicine if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding

Enbrel 50 Mg Injection is not recommended for use in patients under 18 years of age

You must not drive or operate heavy machinery at the same time as taking this medicine as it may cause dizziness

You must have a tuberculosis skin test & chest x-ray done before starting Enbrel 50 Mg Injection

You must regularly get your blood tests done to monitor your blood cells, liver and kidney function, and electrolyte levels during treatment with this medicine

You must regularly check your blood pressure while taking this medicine

Always consult with your medical doctor straight away to get the best possible treatment if you are observing any of the above-mentioned conditions.

## Things To Remember:

Keep the Enbrel 50 Mg Injection out of reach and sight of the children

This medicine is strictly used with caution for the treatment of children

Enbrel 50 Mg Injection is not recommended for use in pregnancy due to the increased risk of harmful effects on the unborn baby

You must always check up the information in particular written on the leaflet/ insert of the medicine

Always consult your medical doctor if you have any uncertainty in case of the dosage, time & strength of the medicine.

## Indications :

Enbrel 50 Mg Injection should be taken as recommended by your doctor. Do not take this prescription fo r a longer period than suggested by the medical doctor.

## Storage :

Store the Enbrel 50 Mg Injection at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the Injection is intact & not damaged while purchasing or storing.