Remicade 100mg Injection is an antirheumatic medication that belongs to a class of drugs known as TNF (tumour necrosis factor) alfa inhibitors containing the active ingredient Infliximab. This medication is used to treat various inflammatory conditions, primarily autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis, and psoriasis.

If you are allergic to Remicade 100mg Injection or any other ingredients, you should not use this medication. Individuals who are allergic (hypersensitive) to proteins that come from mice should not receive this drug. If you have active tuberculosis (TB) or another severe infection like pneumonia or sepsis, this drug should not be used, as it may weaken the immune system and exacerbate these infections.

Rheumatoid arthritis

Psoriatic arthritis

Ankylosing spondylitis

Psoriasis

Crohn’s disease

Ulcerative colitis

Remicade 100mg Injection works by binding to and neutralizing TNF-alpha, a protein that plays a key role in inflammation. By inhibiting TNF-alpha, this drug helps reduce inflammation and control the symptoms of autoimmune diseases.

Remicade 100mg Injection can be administered only as an intravenous injection into a vein by your physician in a hospital setting. Your physician will decide the correct dosage and duration based on age, body weight, and disease condition.

Serious infections (TB, blood infections, fungal infections)

Low blood counts

Possible signs of cancer (weight loss, fever, changes in moles or skin coloring, unusual vaginal bleeding)

Upper respiratory infections

Injection site reactions

Headache, dizziness

Stomach pain, pain in joints, muscles or back

Difficulty breathing, chest pain

Diarrhea, constipation

Indigestion, heartburn

Bruising, flushing, nosebleed

Feeling tired

Depression, difficulty sleeping

Eye problems

Fast heart beat

Hair loss

Tingling sensation or numbness

Inform your physician about all your medicines, including prescription, over-the-counter, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications may interact with Remicade 100mg Injection and reduce effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.

Store Remicade 100mg Injection in a refrigerator at (2°C to 8°C).

Do not freeze.

Diarrhea can lead to dehydration and fluid loss. It's necessary to drink plenty of fluids, such as water, oral rehydration solutions, or clear broths when using Remicade 100mg Injection to address diarrhea. Proper hydration helps replace lost fluids and electrolytes and supports the body's recovery.