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Asked for female, 35 years old from Ahmedabad
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Hi Lybrate-user,
The drug transfers into breast milk in small amounts but is not likely absorbed by the infant. Most experts state that adalimumab is likely compatible with breastfeeding. No adverse effects or developmental abnormalities have been reported in infants exposed to adalimumab monotherapy during breastfeeding.
Although no infant side effects have been reported during mono therapy with immunosuppressive biologic, the mother can monitor the child for signs and symptoms of infec...more
The drug transfers into breast milk in small amounts but is not likely absorbed by the infant. Most experts state that adalimumab is likely compatible with breastfeeding. No adverse effects or developmental abnormalities have been reported in infants exposed to adalimumab monotherapy during breastfeeding.
Although no infant side effects have been reported during mono therapy with immunosuppressive biologic, the mother can monitor the child for signs and symptoms of infec...more
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Pen injections a re easy and painless to inject by yourself .It contains the active substance adalimumab, which is a human monoclonal antibody. Monoclonal antibodies are proteins that recognise and bind to other unique proteins. Humira belongs to a group of medicines that block the activity of tumour necrosis factor (TNF) in the body (TNF blockers). TNF is a specific protein involved in inflammatory processes of the body.
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Hello. There are other options like leflunomide, in case you are intolerant to methotrexate. Considering you are already on steroids and 2 dmards (sulfasalazine & hcqs), I would suggest you take any biologics therapy for better control of your disease like adalimumab or etanercept or tofacitinib etc.
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Psoriasis is an inflammatory skin disease characterised by well defined erythematous scaly plaques with silvery white or candle wax type of scaling. Chronic plaque psoriasis is the most common type. It can affect sites like scalp, arms, and legs, (specifically elbows and knees), palms and soles etc.
Other types of psoriasis are: Erythrodermic psoriasis, Pustular psoriasis (generalised and localised), Nail psoriasis and Scalp psoriasis.
There are various precipitating factors for psoriasi...more
Other types of psoriasis are: Erythrodermic psoriasis, Pustular psoriasis (generalised and localised), Nail psoriasis and Scalp psoriasis.
There are various precipitating factors for psoriasi...more
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No cure exists for psoriatic arthritis, so treatment focuses on controlling inflammation in your affected joints to prevent joint pain and disability.
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Drugs used to treat psoriatic arthritis include:
NSAIDs. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can relieve pain and reduce inflammation. Over-the-counter NSAIDs include ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) and naproxen sodium (Aleve). Stronger NSAIDs are available by prescription. Side effects may include stomach ir...more
Medications
Drugs used to treat psoriatic arthritis include:
NSAIDs. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can relieve pain and reduce inflammation. Over-the-counter NSAIDs include ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) and naproxen sodium (Aleve). Stronger NSAIDs are available by prescription. Side effects may include stomach ir...more
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Uveitis is a set of inflammatory diseases that results in the swelling and damaging of the eye tissue. It can lead to temporary or permanent loss of vision. This disease often affects a part of the eye called the uvea, from which it has derived its name. It can affect people of all ages and can last from a short to long period of time. Ophthalmologists categorize uveitis into four major parts posterior uveitis, anterior uveitis, panuveitis uveitis and intermediate uveitis. This disease can be in...more
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Uveitis is a set of inflammatory diseases that results in the swelling and damaging of the eye tissue. It can lead to temporary or permanent loss of vision. This disease often affects a part of the eye called the uvea, from which it has derived its name. It can affect people of all ages and can last from a short to long period of time. Ophthalmologists categorize uveitis into four major parts posterior uveitis, anterior uveitis, panuveitis uveitis and intermediate uveitis. This disease can be in...more
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Reactive arthritis
•reactive arthritis can affect the heels, toes, fingers, low back, and joints, especially of the knees or ankles.
•though it often goes away on its own, reactive arthritis can be prolonged and severe enough to require seeing a specialist. Effective treatment is available for reactive arthritis.
•reactive arthritis tends to occur most often in men between ages 20 and 50.
•most cases of reactive arthritis appear as a short episode. Occasionally, it becomes chroni...more
•reactive arthritis can affect the heels, toes, fingers, low back, and joints, especially of the knees or ankles.
•though it often goes away on its own, reactive arthritis can be prolonged and severe enough to require seeing a specialist. Effective treatment is available for reactive arthritis.
•reactive arthritis tends to occur most often in men between ages 20 and 50.
•most cases of reactive arthritis appear as a short episode. Occasionally, it becomes chroni...more
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Uveitis is a set of inflammatory diseases that results in the swelling and damaging of the eye tissue. It can lead to temporary or permanent loss of vision. This disease often affects a part of the eye called the uvea, from which it has derived its name. It can affect people of all ages and can last from a short to long period of time. Ophthalmologists categorize uveitis into four major parts posterior uveitis, anterior uveitis, panuveitis uveitis and intermediate uveitis. This disease can be in...more
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Uveitis is a set of inflammatory diseases that results in the swelling and damaging of the eye tissue. It can lead to temporary or permanent loss of vision. This disease often affects a part of the eye called the uvea, from which it has derived its name. It can affect people of all ages and can last from a short to long period of time. Ophthalmologists categorize uveitis into four major parts posterior uveitis, anterior uveitis, panuveitis uveitis and intermediate uveitis. This disease can be in...more
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