Kevzara Syringe: Uses, indications and precautions when using

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Kevzara Syringe is also used under the name Sarilumab. The drug is used to treat diseases of the joints, especially arthritis. This medicine may weaken your immune system. This can make you more likely to get a serious infection or make existing infections worse. Therefore, before deciding to use any medication, it is necessary to consult a doctor carefully.

1. Uses of Kevzara Syringe

Kevzara Syringe is used in the treatment of moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis. The function of the drug is to reduce pain and swelling caused by rheumatoid arthritis. Sarilumab is classified as a monoclonal antibody drug. Kevzara Syringe works by blocking Interleukin-6, which is a substance made by the body that causes swelling and inflammation.

2. How to use Kevzara Syringe

Kevzara Syringe is for intravenous use. First, take the medicine out of the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature before injecting. For syringes leave outside for at least 30 minutes or 60 minutes if you are using the pen. The medicine should only be left outside at room temperature, do not interfere with any other tools such as: microwave or place it in hot water... Before use, check this product with the naked eye to Look for particles or discoloration. If yes, do not use liquid.
The injection site includes: Under the skin of the thigh, abdomen or upper arm as directed by the doctor. Dosage is usually once every 2 weeks. Each injection needs to be done by medical personnel. The injection site at each injection must be changed to reduce subcutaneous damage. Dosage for each person is calculated based on your health status, test results, and the body's ability to respond to treatment.
Use the medicine regularly, at the right time, at the right dose and follow the instructions from the doctor to achieve the best effect. The best way to keep you from missing a dose is to set reminders at the times that you take your medicine in your phone.

3. Side effects

This medicine may weaken the body's immune system. This can make you more likely to get serious (rarely fatal) infections or worsen existing infections in your body. Your risk may be increased if you are also taking other medicines that can decrease your ability to fight infections (such as methotrexate or corticosteroids). Before and during treatment with this medicine, you will need to be tested for tuberculosis. If necessary, your doctor may ask you to treat tuberculosis or other infections before treatment with this medicine.
At the injection site may appear irritation, redness or pain. If any of these effects persist or get worse, move the patient to a medical facility immediately for treatment as soon as possible.
Some serious side effects may occur, including: severe stomach or abdominal pain. Signs of a serious allergic reaction include: rash, swelling, itching, dizziness, and difficulty breathing. However, the probability of these symptoms appearing is very small.

4. Precautions

Before using Sarilumab, tell your doctor about any allergies you may have: to the ingredients of the medicine or to other allergies (to animal dander, pollen, food...). There are some inactive substances in the ingredients that can affect your health (cause severe allergic reactions, rashes or other side effects.. .).
Tell your doctor about your and your family's medical history, especially of: Diabetes, past or present infections, liver problems, blood or bleeding problems, problems about the stomach. This is very important to your treatment.
Kevzara can weaken your immune system. For people who already have infections, taking this medicine may make it worse. Therefore, you need to avoid contact with people who have infections that can spread (such as chickenpox, measles, tuberculosis, flu). Do not perform vaccinations, vaccinations during treatment with the drug without the consent of the doctor.
Drugs that affect the immune system can increase the risk of some cancers. Tell your doctor if you have had cancer in the past.
Before the surgery, you need to provide the doctor with a list of medicines that you are taking (prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs, functional products...).
For pregnant and lactating women, use the drug only when absolutely necessary. In these cases, before deciding to take the drug, it is advisable to discuss carefully with the doctor about the benefits and risks that the drug brings.

Note Laboratory and/or medical tests (such as complete blood count, liver function, cholesterol tests) should be done regularly before and while you use this medicine. Unused drugs should be stored in their original packaging, do not expose to sunlight or high temperature, and do not store in the freezer compartment of the refrigerator. Avoid storing the medicine in a place with high humidity, this may affect the quality of the medicine. Only use the medicine within 14 days of taking it from the refrigerator.

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Reference source: webmd.com