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Intacept 25 Solution for Injection

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Product introduction

Intacept 25 Solution for Injection is a medicine used to treat a variety of conditions such as ankylosing spondylitis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, ulcerative colitis, and Crohn’s disease. It provides relief from swelling, pain, and redness associated with various disorders and improves physical function.

Intacept 25 Solution for Injection is used to treat joint diseases leading to severe painful swelling and redness of the joints that can lead to difficulty in movement.

Benefits of Intacept Solution for Injection

In Ankylosing spondylitis

Ankylosing spondylitis is a rare type of arthritis that affects the spine or larger joints. It usually starts in your lower back and can spread up to your neck or damage joints in other parts of your body. Intacept 25 Solution for Injection helps reduce pain, stiffness and swelling in your spine and joints. It helps improve flexibility and prevents disease progression. This will help you lead a better and active life.

In Rheumatoid arthritis

Intacept 25 Solution for Injection reduces pain, stiffness, and swelling in your joints and slows down the progression of bone and joint damage. This will help you do normal daily activities more easily and thus improve your quality of life. The medicine is given as an injection is given by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered.

In Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a condition where the skin cells in the body grow too quickly and form scales and dry patches. They can grow anywhere, but most appear on the scalp, elbows, knees, and lower back. Intacept 25 Solution for Injection reduces the scaly, itchy patches which may develop on the different parts of the body. It may take several months to become fully effective. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

In Ulcerative colitis

Ulcerative colitis is a disease of the large intestine (colon) and rectum in which the lining of the bowel becomes red and swollen. This can lead to bleeding, frequent diarrhea and abdominal pain. It relieves these symptoms and also helps you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You should drink plenty of fluids while taking on treatment with this medicine to make sure you stay hydrated.

In Crohn’s disease

Crohn’s disease is a chronic (long-term) inflammatory disease of the intestines. The most common symptoms are diarrhea and pain in your abdomen. Intacept 25 Solution for Injection helps reduce the inflammation, relieve the symptoms, and prevent them from coming back.

Side effects of Intacept Solution for Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Intacept

  • Allergic reaction
  • Upper respiratory tract infection
  • Itching
  • Rash
  • Injection site reaction

How to use Intacept Solution for Injection

Your doctor or nurse will guide you how to use this medicine.

Safety advice

Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Intacept 25 Solution for Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Intacept 25 Solution for Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Intacept 25 Solution for Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Intacept 25 Solution for Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Intacept 25 Solution for Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Intacept 25 Solution for Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Intacept 25 Solution for Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Intacept 25 Solution for Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • Intacept 25 Solution for Injection is given by injection under the skin (subcutaneous injection). You, a friend, or a family member can be taught how to give the injections.
  • Some people feel better quite quickly after receiving the injection while others may take longer. Keep taking your medication.
  • Intacept 25 Solution for Injection could make it harder for you to fight infections. It is best to stop taking Intacept 25 Solution for Injection if you have a fever or think you have an infection, or you have been given antibiotics to treat an infection.
  • Have a tuberculosis skin test & chest x-ray done before starting Intacept 25 Solution for Injection.
  • Get blood tests done regularly to keep a track of your arthritis and make sure that Intacept 25 Solution for Injection is not affecting your blood counts.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Fusion proteins
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class
Disease Modifying Anti-Rheumatoid Drugs (DMARDs)- Biologics

Patient concerns

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Hello, I've been suffering from rheumatoid arthritis since last 15 years. I've gotten bone deformities already in my limb and partly my wrists. I've been suggested to go for Intacept 25 mg injections, but also cautioned about its side effects. kindly suggest me if I should go on with the injection or stick to current medication, which has proved to be futile.
Dr. Vipul Aggarwal
Orthopaedics
kindy consult a rhemuatologist they deal with it better
Suffering from ultratics colitis i have done colonoscopy test 04 months back From 05 months how many months I have to take medicines is it cure completely
Dr. Kunal Parasar
Surgical Gastroenterology
Ulcerative colitis is a lifelong disease with remission and exacerbations. Durations of remission cant b predicted all d time
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FAQs

Is Intacept 25 Solution for Injection a disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug?

Yes, Intacept 25 Solution for Injection is a disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug

Is Intacept 25 Solution for Injection a steroid or monoclonal antibody?

Intacept 25 Solution for Injection is not a steroid or monoclonal antibody. It is a recombinant human protein and TNF inhibitor

Is Intacept 25 Solution for Injection safe?

Intacept 25 Solution for Injection is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

Does Intacept 25 Solution for Injection cause weight gain or hair loss?

Intacept 25 Solution for Injection can cause weight gain and hair loss

How long does Intacept 25 Solution for Injection take to work?

Intacept 25 Solution for Injection can start action in few days but usually it takes around 2-12 weeks to work for complete action.

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Marketer details

Name: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.
Country of origin: India

MRP
5714
Inclusive of all taxes
0.5 ml in 1 prefilled syringe
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