What is the aim of Certolizumab Pegol?
Certolizumab Pegol is an autoimmune disease suppressive drug that is employed to treat both crohn disease, rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis.
Certolizumab Pegol: Mechanism of action?
Certolizumab Pegol functions by attaching to the TNF-alpha which is an inflammatory protein and inhibiting its action so as to limit inflammation and symptoms.
What are the most common side effects of Certolizumab Pegol?
It produces its usual side effects as a headache, upper respiratory infection and nausea.
Interacts with food? Certolizumab Pegol.
Certolizumab Pegol may be administered with or without food.
Is Certolizumab Pegol use harmful in pregnancy?
The use of certolizumab Pegol in pregnancy should be done out of necessity. It should not be consumed without the recommendation of the doctor by pregnant people.
What will you do in case of a dose of Certolizumab Pegol miss?
You are also expected to call your health practitioner whenever you miss a dose so that you can schedule your next dose.
What is the duration of action of Certolizumab Pegol?
Such action of enhancement of the symptoms of Certolizumab Pegol takes several weeks.
Is Certolizumab Pegol long acting?
The long-term application is the use of certolizumab pegol and is regarded in the case of chronic diseases, but it would be more prudent to observe the effect and side effects of this drug within the context of your medical care provider.
Does Certolizumab Pegol have any drug interaction?
Yes, Certolizumab Pegol can react to other immunosuppressive agents like other TNF agents. Give a report to your doctor of the drugs you are taking.
What will happen in case there are side effects of Certolizumab Pegol?
In case you have a serious side effect i.e. you can hardly breathe, you have any symptoms of infection, swelling, contact your doctor immediately.
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Bharat Pothuri, MD, FACG