Actemra 200 Injection

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Actemra 200 Injection

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145 people have bought this recently

Actemra Information

Actemra is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis. Secondary and off-label uses of Actemra have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Actemra. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Actemra also has some side effects, the most common being Blurred vision, Chest Pain, Cough. Such side effects of Actemra normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Actemra has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Actemra related warnings talks about Actemra's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Actemra can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Actemra in conditions like Fungal Infections, Blood Infection (Sepsis). Some other conditions that can be affected by Actemra are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Actemra have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Actemra is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.



Actemra Benefits & Uses

Actemra is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Actemra 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 Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Actemra safe for pregnant women?


    It is not known what effect Actemra will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

    Unknown
  • Is the use of Actemra safe during breastfeeding?


    Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Actemra for breastfeeding women are not known.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Actemra on the Kidneys?


    Actemra rarely affects the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Actemra on the Liver?


    Actemra can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Actemra on the Heart?


    Actemra has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Actemra with Other Drugs

Actemra should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Actemra Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Actemra

  • Is this Actemra habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Actemra has not been reported.

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


    Actemra does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Actemra is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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


    There is no benefit of taking Actemra for mental disorders.

    No

Actemra Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Actemra


    Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Actemra together with food.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Actemra


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Actemra.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Actemra® (tocilizumab)

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1210-1212

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