Etanercept Benefits & Uses

Etanercept is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Other Benefits

Ankylosing spondylitis
Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Psoriatic arthritis

Etanercept 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: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Rheumatoid Arthritis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Psoriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.8 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 3 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Psoriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.8 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 3 months Special Instructions: Above 4 years old can take

Etanercept Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Etanercept is used -

Mild

Itching or burning
Skin Rash
Urticaria

Common

Nausea or vomiting
Cough
Headache
Stomach ache (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
Diarrhoea
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Pharyngitis
Sinus inflammation

Unknown

Etanercept Related Warnings

Is the use of Etanercept safe for pregnant women?

Etanercept has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Etanercept without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Etanercept safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Etanercept may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Etanercept should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Etanercept on the Kidneys?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Etanercept on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Etanercept. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Etanercept on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Etanercept. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Etanercept with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Etanercept Contraindications

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

Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
Tuberculosis (TB)
Heart Failure
Liver Disease
Infections

Frequently asked Questions about Etanercept

Is this Etanercept habit forming or addictive?

Etanercept is not addictive in nature.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Etanercept as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Etanercept only as per medical advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Etanercept for mental disorders.

No

Etanercept Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Etanercept

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Etanercept, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Etanercept

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

Unknown