- Nutritional Supplements
- Dr. Morepen
- Tata 1mg
- HealthKart
- Carbamide Forte
- Swisse
- Inlife
- Zingavita
- Wellbeing Nutrition
- Vitamins & Supplements
- Multivitamins
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin C
- Minerals
- Calcium
- Vitamin B
- Other Vitamins
- Nutritional Drinks
- Adult Daily Nutrition
- Kids Nutrition (2-15 Yrs)
- Women Nutrition
- Fitness Supplements
- Whey Protein
- Amino Acids
- Mass Gainers
- Workout Essential
- Fat Burners
- Top Selling Categories
- BP Monitors
- Vaporizers & Nebulizers
- Smart Wearables
- Weighing Scales
- Thermometers
- Respiratory & Surgical Mask
- Pulse Oximeter
- Stethoscopes
- Diabetes Devices
- Blood Glucose Monitors
- Test Strips & Lancets
- Syringes & Pens
- Continuous Glucose Monitors
- Insulin Coolers
- Diabetic Footwear
- Pain Management
- Electric heating pads
- Hot Water Bottles
- Hot & Cold packs
- Body Massager
- Wound Care & Dressings
- Adhesive bandage
- Bandages
- Surgical tapes
- Supports & Braces
- Knee Support
- Back & Abdomen Support
- Arm & Elbow Support
- Ankle, Foot & Leg Support
- Neck & Shoulder Support
- Cervical Pillows & Mattress
- Compression support & socks
- Popular categories
- Herbal Juice
- Chyawanparash
- Ayurvedic Immunity Boosters
- Unani Medicines
- Ayurvedic Supplements
- Ayurveda Personal Care
- Ayurveda Oral Care
- Ayurveda Baby Care
- Ayurveda Skin Care
- Ayurveda Hair Care
- Men Care
- Men Grooming
- Skin Care
- Cleanser
- Body Wash
- Soaps
- Face Serum & oil
- Face Moisturisers
- Facewash
- Talcum Powder
- Hair Removal
- Body Lotions
- Wipes
- Hair Care
- Shampoo
- Hair Conditioners
- Hair Oils
- Hair Serums
- Hair Creams & Masks
- Hair Colour
- Hair Growth Products
- Hair Sprays, Gels & Wax
- Hair Styling
- Homeopathy Top Brands
- SBL Homoeopathy
- Dr Reckeweg
- Dr Willmar Schwabe India
- Adel Pekana
- BJAIN Homeopathy
- Bakson's
- Allen
- Wheezal
- Dr Willmar Schwabe Germany
- Haslab
- Medisynth
- Boiron
- Bhandari
- Dr Bakshi Bakson
- Dr Batra's
- Homeopathy Wellness Combos
- Homeopathy Popular Categories
- Homeopathic Care for Cold & Cough
- Homeopathic Respiratory Care
- Homeopathy Covid Essentials
- Sexual Health
- Hair Care Products
- Skin Care Products
- Children's Health
- Women's Health
- Homeopathy Medicines
- Homeopathic Drops
- Dilutions
- Mother Tinctures
- Triturations
- Bio Combinations
- Millesimal LM Potencies
- Biochemics
- Bach Flower Remedies
Infliximab
Information about Infliximab
Infliximab Uses
Infliximab is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriasis, Ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease.
How Infliximab works
Infliximab is a monoclonal antibody that blocks a protein in immune system called TNF (tumor necrosis factor) that causes inflammation (pain and swelling) in joints.
Common side effects of Infliximab
Headache, Sinus inflammation, Upper respiratory tract infection, Abdominal pain, Nausea, Pharyngitis, Infusion site reaction, Infection, Auto-antibody formation, Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
Expert advice for Infliximab
- Infliximab is injected into a vein (intravenous infusion) under the supervision of a doctor. It is usually administered at 0, 2, 6 weeks and then once every 8 weeks.
- It may take some time before you start to feel better after getting this medicine. However, it is important that you do not miss any dose and show up for your next infusion as per the schedule advised by your doctor.
- Infliximab can make it difficult for your body to fight infections. Inform your doctor if you notice any fever, cough, runny nose, rash, loose stools or flu-like symptoms.
- Inform your doctor if you have ever had tuberculosis or if you have been in close contact with someone who has or had tuberculosis. Your doctor may advise you certain tests to screen for tuberculosis before starting treatment with this medicine.
- Inform your doctor if you have or ever had the hepatitis B virus infection. Your doctor may test you for hepatitis B virus before starting treatment with this medicine.
- You may be advised regular blood tests to monitor blood counts while taking this medication.