Remicade Injection- 100mg

What Is Remicade?

Remicade (infliximab) is a chimeric IgG1k monoclonal antibody used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, and ankylosing spondylitis. Remicade is also used to treat severe or disabling plaque psoriasis (raised, silvery flaking of the skin). Remicade is often used when other medicines have not been effective. Remicade blocks the action of a protein in your body called tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-alpha).

What Are Side Effects of Remicade?

Common side effects of Remicade include:

• headache,
• stomach pain,
• nausea,
• stuffy nose,
• sinus pain,
• skin rash, or
• flushing (warmth, redness, or tingly feeling).

Tell your doctor if you experience serious side effects of Remicade including:

• pain or swelling at injection site,
• joint or muscle pain,
• swelling of ankles or feet,
• easy bruising or bleeding,
• vision changes,
• seizures,
• confusion,
• muscle weakness,
• numbness and tingling of arms or legs,
• butterfly-shaped facial rash,
• chest pain,
• pain/redness/swelling of arms or legs,
• shortness of breath, or
• fast/slow/irregular heartbeat.

Dosage for Remicade

The dosing of Remicade varies, and depends on the condition being treated.

What Drugs, Substances, or Supplements Interact with Remicade?

Other drugs may interact with Remicade. Tell your doctor all prescription and over-the-counter medications and supplements you use.

Remicade During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

During pregnancy, Remicade should be used only when prescribed. It is unknown if this medication passes into breast milk. It is unlikely to harm a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.

Additional Information

Our Remicade (infliximab) Side Effects Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information on the potential side effects when taking this medication.