Etanercept (Systemic)
Brand Names : ENBREL
Category- Antirheumatic (biologic response modifier)
DescriptionEtanercept
(ee-tan-NER-cept) is injected under the
skin to reduce signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, such as joint swelling,
pain, tiredness, and duration of morning stiffness. This medicine may also
slow the progression of damage to the body from rheumatoid arthritis. It may
also be used to treat a condition known as ankylosing spondylitis.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the
following dosage form(s):
Parenteral
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Injection (U.S.)
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
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