Tocilizumab Injection

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Tocilizumab Injection

1 Injection in 1 Vial
₹ 8100
1 INJECTION | 1 Vial
₹ 8100
197 people have bought this recently
  • Manufactured by: Jan Aushadhi
  • Contains / Salt: Tocilizumab

Tocilizumab Information

Tocilizumab is a prescription medicine. Rheumatoid Arthritis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Tocilizumab has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Tocilizumab depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Tocilizumab include Blurred vision, Chest Pain, Cough. Normally, these side effects of Tocilizumab are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Tocilizumab's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. In addition, Tocilizumab's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Tocilizumab related warnings section.

Tocilizumab is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Fungal Infections, Blood Infection (Sepsis) are examples of such conditions. The section on Tocilizumab contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Tocilizumab may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

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



Tocilizumab Benefits & Uses

Tocilizumab is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Tocilizumab 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


Tocilizumab Side Effects

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

Common

Tocilizumab Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Tocilizumab safe for pregnant women?


    The effects of Tocilizumab on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

    Unknown
  • Is the use of Tocilizumab safe during breastfeeding?


    There is no research available on the side effects of Tocilizumab in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

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


    Very few cases of side effects of Tocilizumab on kidney have been reported.

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


    You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Tocilizumab. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

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


    Very few cases of side effects of Tocilizumab on the heart have been reported.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Tocilizumab with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Tocilizumab Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Tocilizumab

  • Is this Tocilizumab habit forming or addictive?


    Tocilizumab does not cause addiction.

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


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

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Tocilizumab 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?


    No, Tocilizumab cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Tocilizumab Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Tocilizumab


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

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Tocilizumab


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Tocilizumab and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    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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