Adalimumab |
Humira |
Humira is a fully human monoclonal antibody that inhibits TNFα. Together with infliximab and etanercept, it forms the drug class of the "biologicals" for the treatment of moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis. Humira's manufacturer is Abbott Laboratories.
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... ADALIMUMAB (Humira) is used to help treat rheumatoid arthritis. Adalimumab may help prevent further damage to your bones and joints, and can decrease arthritis symptoms like joint pain and inflammation. Adalimumab may be used with other drugs used to treat rheumatoid arthritis. Adalimumab is usually given only after an optimal response to other drugs has not not been achieved. Adalimumab is not a cure for rheumatiod arthritis. Adalimumab works by blocking a protein in your body called TNF-alpha. This protein can cause inflammation in your joints. Generic adalimumab injection is not yet available. ...
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Image:Adalimumab.png Adalimumab Systematic (IUPAC) name Humanized ...
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