What is Enbrel? Enbrel (Etanercept) is a prescription medication classified as a biologic response modifiers. It is an injectable drug that is suppresses the immune systems response to several inflammatory diseases. What are the uses and side effects of Enbrel? Enbrel is used to treat Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Plaque Psoriasis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis…
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Should I Take Humira?
What is Humira? Humira (Adalimumab) is an anti-inflammatory prescription drug produced by AbbVie. It was approved by the FDA in 2002 for treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. The name Humira is actually an acronym for HUman Monoclonal Antibody In Rheumatoid Arthritis. What are the uses and side effects of Humira? Humira is used to treat patients…
Is Abilify (Aripiprazole) safe?
What is Abilify? Abilify (Aripiprazole) is an antipsychotic medication most commonly used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. It is commonly used in combination with other anti-depressants to treat depresession. What are the side effects of Abilify? Abilify has numerous side effects including tremors, elevated blood sugar, dizziness, seizures and impaired judgement. Here’s me, and…
Spiriva – the Benefits and Side Effects
What is Spiriva? Spiriva Handihaler (tiotropium bromide inhalation powder) is an anticholinergic bronchodilator used in the treatment of COPD, emphysema and chrnoic bronchitis. What are the side effects of Spiriva? The most common side effects of Spiriva are dry mouth and constipation. Other side effects include eye pain and trouble urinating. If you’ve got COPD…