Tyenne
Tyenne® (tocilizumab-aazg) is an injectable interleukin-6 (IL-6) receptor antagonist that may be used to treat adults with moderately to severely active rheumatoid arthritis who have had an inadequate response to one or more Disease-Modifying Anti-Rheumatic Drugs (DMARDs).
Tyenne® works by targeting and binding to a protein that is associated with inflammation called interleukin-6 (IL-6), inhibiting signaling through both soluble and membrane-bound IL-6 receptors. This proinflammatory cytokine is produced by a variety of immune system cells including T- and B-cells, lymphocytes, monocytes, and fibroblasts. It is also locally produced by synovial and endothelial cells in joints, contributing to inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis.
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MANUFACTURER: Fresenius Kabi USA LLC |
CLASS: Interleukin-6 (IL-6) Blockers. |
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PRESCRIBED BY: Rheumatologist
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HOW ADMINISTERED: IV Infusion |
FREQUENCY: Every four weeks
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Length of infusion: About 60 mins |
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