Infliximab IV
In Depth
- Uses and How to Use
- Dosage and Storage
- Precautions and Side Effects
- Drug Interactions
- Drug Images
- previous severe allergic reaction to this medication
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of:
- tuberculosis (previous infection or positive skin test)
- past/recent/current infections (e.g., cold sores, Valley Fever)
- heart disease (e.g., heart failure)
- blood/bone marrow disorder (e.g., leukopenia, thrombocytopenia)
- nervous system disorder (e.g., numbness/tingling, seizures, multiple sclerosis)
- history of cancer (e.g., breast cancer, skin cancer, lymphoma)
- certain lung disorder (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD)
- liver disease (e.g., hepatitis B)
- light treatment for psoriasis (phototherapy)
Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist that you are using this medication.
Since this medication can increase your risk of developing serious infections, wash your hands well to prevent the spread of infections. Avoid contact with people who have illnesses that may spread to others (e.g., flu, chickenpox).
Do not have immunizations/vaccinations without the consent of your doctor, and avoid contact with people who have recently received oral polio vaccine or flu vaccine inhaled through the nose.
It is recommended that children get all their vaccinations before starting this medication.
The elderly may be at greater risk for infections while using this drug.
During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
It is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk. Because of the possible risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this drug is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Infliximab IV Medical Alert
Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For information about enrolling in MedicAlert, call 1-800-854-1166 (USA) or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).
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