Adalimumab Benefits & Uses

Adalimumab is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Other Benefits

Adalimumab 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: Ankylosing spondylitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Ankylosing spondylitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Rheumatoid Arthritis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Rheumatoid Arthritis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: patients having weight between 15 to 30 kg should take 20 mg/day

Adalimumab Related Warnings

Is the use of Adalimumab safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Adalimumab safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Adalimumab. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Adalimumab on the Kidneys?

There may be some severe side effects of Adalimumab on your kidney. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.

Severe
What is the effect of Adalimumab on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Adalimumab on the Heart?

Use of Adalimumab may be dangerous for the heart. Do not use it without doctor's advice.

Severe

Severe Interaction of Adalimumab with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Hydrocortisone

Melphalan

Zidovudine

Triamcinolone

Rotavirus Vaccine (Live Attenuated)

Azathioprine

Doxorubicin (Plain)

Fluorouracil

Adalimumab Contraindications

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

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
Infections
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Hepatitis B
Tuberculosis (TB)

Frequently asked Questions about Adalimumab

Is this Adalimumab habit forming or addictive?

Adalimumab does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Adalimumab since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Adalimumab should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Adalimumab is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Adalimumab Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Adalimumab

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Adalimumab with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Adalimumab

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Adalimumab.

Unknown