Abatacept
Uses
Abatacept is used in the treatment of ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, psoriasis, ankylosing spondylitis, and rheumatoid arthritis.
How it Works
Abatacept works by blocking the action of specific chemical messengers that are responsible for inflammation, swelling, and redness associated with certain joint diseases.
Side Effects
Common side effects of Abatacept include nausea, headache, upper respiratory tract infection, nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), rash, dizziness, back pain, cough, urinary tract infection, and pain in the extremities.
Expert Advice
- Administered via injection into a vein or under the skin.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you notice:
- Severe rash
- Infection
- Swelling of the face and hands
- Trouble breathing
- Notify your doctor if you need to receive a vaccination, as Abatacept may reduce vaccine effectiveness.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
- Do not discontinue the medication suddenly without consulting your doctor first.
