Orencia

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Orencia Information

Orencia is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Orencia depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.


Orencia Benefits & Uses

Orencia is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Orencia 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: 500 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Repeat dose at 2 wk and 4 wk after initial dose, then q 4 wk thereafter, Dose for adult <60 kg
Geriatric
  • Disease: Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Repeat dose at 2 wk and 4 wk after initial dose, then q 4 wk thereafter
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 125 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 Weekly
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Subcutaneous injection administered within a day of the IV infusion.
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Repeat dose at 2 wk and 4 wk after initial dose, then every 4 wk thereafter

Orencia Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Orencia safe for pregnant women?


    Orencia can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Orencia, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Orencia safe during breastfeeding?


    Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Orencia. If you see any side effects, stop taking Orencia immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Orencia again, only after your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Orencia on the Kidneys?


    Orencia is not harmful for kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Orencia on the Liver?


    Orencia is not harmful for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Orencia on the Heart?


    Orencia is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe

Severe Interaction of Orencia with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate


Orencia Contraindications

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


Frequently asked Questions about Orencia

  • Is this Orencia habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Orencia has not been reported.

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


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Orencia as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Orencia only as per medical advice.

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


    No, Orencia is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Orencia Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Orencia


    Taking Orencia with food does not harm your health.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Orencia


    Information about the interaction of Orencia and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 212

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

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