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Saturday, October 11, 2008

Remicade IV

Dosage and Storage


Generic Name: INFLIXIMAB - INJECTION
Pronounced: (in-FLICKS-ih-mab)

Remicade IV Overdose

If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US National Poison Hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center.

Remicade IV Missed Dose

If you miss a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist immediately to establish a new dosing schedule.

Remicade IV Notes

Do not share this medication with others.

Laboratory and/or medical tests (e.g., complete blood count, liver function test) should be performed periodically to monitor your progress or check for side effects. Consult your doctor for more details.

Remicade IV Storage

Store the vials of powder in the refrigerator between 36-46 degrees F (2-8 degrees C) away from light. Do not freeze. After the medication has been mixed and diluted, the infusion should start within 3 hours. Throw away any unused medication after that time. Do not save for later use. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company for more details about how to safely discard your product.

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