Etanercept

Uses of Etanercept

Etanercept is a medication used to manage and treat autoimmune conditions such as plaque psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, juvenile idiopathic arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis.

How Etanercept Works

Etanercept works by blocking the effects of TNF-alpha, a pro-inflammatory cytokine that becomes elevated in psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, juvenile idiopathic arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis.

Side Effects of Etanercept

Nausea, Vomiting, Dyspepsia, Headache, Dizziness, Asthenia, Allergic reactions, Development of autoantibodies, Fever

Information About Etanercept

Etanercept is a TNF-alpha inhibitor used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis in Singapore. Available as a 25mg–50mg subcutaneous injection administered once to twice weekly, it is HSA-registered and available on prescription only in Singapore. All patients must be screened for latent tuberculosis before initiation as TNF-alpha inhibition significantly increases reactivation risk — Singapore's high TB burden makes pre-treatment TB screening and prophylaxis an essential safety requirement. A valid doctor's consultation is required before dispensing. Order Etanercept online at DoctorOnCall Singapore with same-day delivery available. Speak to a DoctorOnCall physician today to check if Etanercept is right for you.


Etanercept is a medication commonly used to treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and plaque psoriasis. It works by blocking tumour necrosis factor (TNF), a protein involved in inflammation, helping reduce pain, swelling, and joint damage. Etanercept belongs to a class of medications known as TNF inhibitors and biologic disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (biologic DMARDs) and is widely used in rheumatology and dermatology care. Find affordable Etanercept options from trusted brands at DoctorOnCall.

Conclusion

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Warnings

Kidney Use With Care

No dose adjustment is needed for patients with mild, moderate or severe renal impairment without dialysis. However, the use of Etanercept is contraindicated in patients with severe renal impairment who are undergoing dialysis. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol Not Advisable

There is no known interaction between alcohol and Etanercept when used concomitantly.

Pregnancy Not Safe - High Risk

Animal studies have shown reproductive toxicities but there are limited data and well-controlled human studies on pregnant women. Thus, Etanercept is not advisable to be used during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor.

Driving Not advisable

Etanercept may cause dizziness as a side effect. Hence it is not advisable to administer and drive.

Liver Not Safe

No dosage adjustment is needed for patients with mild to moderate liver impairment. However, the use of Etanercept is contraindicated in patients with severe liver impairment. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation Not Advisable

Animal studies have shown the excretion of in animal milk but it is unknown in human milk. Thus, Etanercept is not advisable to be used during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Written by

Dr. Adeline Carol Peters

, Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) — Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)

Reviewed by

Dr. Mohd Izzat Amir Bin Awang

, Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Mansoura - Manchester