INFLIXIMAB-INJECTION (cont.)
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: any allergies, current infections, seizures, certain brain/spinal cord disorders (demyelinating disorders such as multiple sclerosis), history of cancer (e.g., lymphoma), decreased bone marrow function. This medication is not recommended for use if you have the following medical condition: congestive heart failure (CHF). Infliximab may worsen CHF; some deaths have occurred in patients with CHF. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details. Use of this medication may result in a secondary infection (e.g., oral, bladder or vaginal yeast infection). Caution is advised when this drug is used in the elderly, as this group may be more sensitive to drug side effects. This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known whether this drug is excreted into breast milk. Because of the potential risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this medication is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may use, especially: . immune system suppressing drugs (e.g., prednisone, cyclosporine), anakinra.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly.
NOTES: Do not share this medication with others. Laboratory and/or medical tests may be performed to monitor your response to therapy.
MISSED DOSE: If the dose is interrupted, contact your doctor immediately to establish a new dosing schedule.
STORAGE: Store in a refrigerator between 36 and 46 degrees F (2 to 8 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Do not freeze. After mixing and dilution in correct IV fluids (consult your pharmacist for details), the drug should be used immediately. Discard any unused liquid.
Last Editorial Review: 3/2/2005
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