Humira, Adalimumab 40 Mg, Pre-Filled Pen - 2 Pen

Product Name

• Humira, Adalimumab 40 Mg, Pre-Filled Pen - 2 Pen

Scientific Name

• Adalimumab 40 Mg Pen

Category Of Humira 40 Mg Pen

• Monoclonal antibody

Mechanism Of Action Of Adalimumab

• Adalimumab block TNF-a activity.
• TNF-a is an inflammatory cytokine, involved in many diseases.

Therapeutic Indications Of Humira 40 Mg Pen

• It is used to control:

1. Rheumatoid arthritis
2. Polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis
3. Enthesitis-related arthritis
4. Ankylosing spondylitis
5. Axial spondyloarthritis without radiographic evidence of ankylosing spondylitis
6. Psoriatic arthritis
7. Plaque psoriasis
8. Hidradenitis suppurativa
9. Crohn’s disease
10. Ulcerative colitis
11. Non-infectious uveitis

Method Of Administration Of Humira 40 Mg Pen

• Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
• Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
• If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
• If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
• Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.

Undesirable Side Effects Of Humira 40 Mg Pen

• Although the following side effects are not common in everyone, some patients may complain from:

1. Injection site reactions (including pain, swelling, redness or itching)
2. Respiratory tract infections (including cold, runny nose, sinus infection, pneumonia)
3. Headache
4. Abdominal pain
5. Nausea and vomiting
6. Rash
7. Musculoskeletal pain

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Precautions While Taking Humira 40 Mg Pen

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
• Your doctor will discuss the possible risks and benefits of using this medicine during pregnancy and breast-feeding

Warnings & Special Precautions while Taking Humira 40 Mg Pen

• Talk to your doctor about all your medical conditions before taking this medicine including:

1. If you are a heavy smoker or using nicotine replacement therapy
2. If you are a man aged over 40
3. If you are a woman who has been through menopause.
4. If you have a history of fits (seizures)
5. If you have had high blood pressure
6. If you have liver or kidney disease
7. If you have an intolerance to some sugars

• Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medications including over-the-counter non-prescription medicines, prescription medicines, herbal supplements, vitamins, and supplements

Storage Conditions Of Humira 40 Mg Pen

• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
• Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
• Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.

For More Information About Adalimumab

• Ask your physician or pharmacist
• Visit SFDA website
• Visit Medscape at Information About Adalimumab