Remicade

Remicade (infliximab) is a monoclonal antibody that helps the body’s immune system by targeting and destroying certain cells helping to protect healthy cells from damage. Specifically it is a tumor necrosis factor (TNF) blocker used for many chronic inflammatory conditions.

For more information, visit the patient website for this drug. Speak with your healthcare provider to learn if this drug is right for you.

MANUFACTURER:

Janssen Biotech

CLASS:
Biologics (TNF blockers)
WHAT IT TREATS:
  • Crohn’s Disease
  • Ulcerative Colitis (UC)
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
  • Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS)
  • Psoriatic Arthritis
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Plaque Psoriasis
PRESCRIBED BY:
  • Gastroenterologists
  • Rheumatologists
  • Dermatologists
HOW ADMINISTERED:
IV infusion
FREQUENCY:

Three times in the first six weeks, then every 8 weeks

Length of infusion:
About two hours