| Brand Name | Cimzia |
| Generic Name | Certolizumab Pegol |
| Drug Class | Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF) Blocker |
| Availability | Prescription |
| Manufacturer | UCB Pharma |
| Indications | Rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn's disease, Psoriatic arthritis |
| Type | Injection |
| Doses | 200-400 mg every 2-4 weeks |
| Route | Subcutaneous |
| Side Effects | Injection site reactions, fatigue, infections |
| Interactions | Biologics, immunosuppressants |
| Overdose | Seek emergency help for serious infections |
| Missed Dose | Administer as soon as possible, do not double dose |
| Contraindications | Active infections, tuberculosis |
| Alternatives | Humira, Enbrel |
| Co-Pay Assistance Program | Available |
| Patient Assistance Program | Available |
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Certolizumab Pegol is an autoimmune disease suppressive drug that is employed to treat both crohn disease, rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis.
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.
It produces its usual side effects as a headache, upper respiratory infection and nausea.
Certolizumab Pegol may be administered with or without food.
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.
You are also expected to call your health practitioner whenever you miss a dose so that you can schedule your next dose.
Such action of enhancement of the symptoms of Certolizumab Pegol takes several weeks.
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.
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.
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.
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