Enbrel is a prescription drug that treats several inflammatory conditions that affect the joints and skin. This eMedTV article explains how Enbrel relieves the symptoms of these conditions, lists side effects, and covers general dosing guidelines.
This eMedTV page discusses potential side effects of Enbrel, including injection site reactions, general weakness, and headaches. This page also covers some of the more serious Enbrel side effects that need to be reported to your healthcare provider.
Heart attacks do appear to be a potential side effect of Enbrel. This portion of the eMedTV library explores the risks of Enbrel and heart attacks, describing how heart or blood vessel problems occur in less than 1.5 percent of people taking Enbrel.
This eMedTV segment explores Enbrel and depression, explaining that depression is a possible side effect of the medication. This page also outlines the potential symptoms of depression and explains what to do if you notice any of these symptoms.
This eMedTV resource discusses how Enbrel works to relieve the symptoms of certain inflammatory conditions that affect the joints or skin. This page also explains how the medication is used in children and outlines some of the off-label Enbrel uses.
As this eMedTV article explains, the recommended Enbrel dosage will vary depending on several factors, such as your age and what medical condition you have. This page also highlights some tips for when and how to take the Enbrel injections.
As this eMedTV segment describes, there are potential Enbrel drug interactions with other medicines, such as live vaccines, anakinra, and abatacept. This page explains how these interactions can cause problems, such as infections or tumors.
This eMedTV page takes an in-depth look at some Enbrel warnings and precautions, such as the potential risk of dangerously low blood counts and the risk of developing certain nervous system conditions. This page also covers who should avoid Enbrel.
It is generally considered safe to take Enbrel during pregnancy. This eMedTV page explores Enbrel and pregnancy, explaining how the FDA categorizes Enbrel as a pregnancy Category B medicine, which means the drug appeared safe in animal studies.
Although it is rare, it is possible to overdose on Enbrel. This portion of the eMedTV Web site describes some of the factors that will affect an Enbrel overdose and highlights some of the potential treatment options for an overdose.
This portion of the eMedTV library explains why there may never be a generic Enbrel available. This page also warns that any place claiming to sell a generic version of Enbrel is selling a product that is fake, substandard, and potentially dangerous.
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