Drug Interactions With Infliximab (Cont.)

 
Live Vaccines
Live vaccines are immunizations that contain live viruses or bacteria. If you receive a live vaccine while taking infliximab, it is possible that you might become infected with the virus or bacteria from the vaccine. Also, infliximab can make live vaccines less effective. You should not receive live vaccinations while taking infliximab.
 

Final Thoughts on Drug Interactions With Infliximab

It is possible that not every infliximab drug interaction was discussed in this article. Therefore, you should talk with your pharmacist or healthcare provider about the specific drug interactions with infliximab that may apply to you.
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;