Actemra

Actemra uses and dosage

Actemra (Tocilizumab) is a prescription medicine used to treat moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis in adults. Tocilizumab is also used to treat rheumatoid arthritis in children (such as systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis-SJIA, polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis-PJIA). Tocilizumab helps to reduce pain and swelling due to rheumatoid arthritis. Tocilizumab may also be used to treat a reaction (Cytokine Release Syndrome-CRS) caused by certain cancer treatments. Actemra manufactured by Roche Bangladesh Ltd. in Bangladesh. Tocilizumab is given by injection into a vein by a health care professional. Patient`s doctor will choose what portion is important and how frequently patient need to take it. Dosage is based on Patient`s medical condition, body size, and response to treatment.

Actemra side effects

The most common adverse reactions of Tocilizumab are: Headache or pain / redness /swelling at the injection site.

Originator brand

Actemra by GENENTECH

Made by

Roche Pharma

This information is provided for reference only and is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.