Infliximab? Infleximab is a common misspelling of infliximab.
Infliximab (Remicade®) can be prescribed to treat certain inflammatory conditions affecting the joints, skin, or digestive system. Some of the conditions that are treated with this drug include Crohn's disease, ankylosing spondylitis, and rheumatoid arthritis. The medication comes in injectable form and is administered intravenously.
Possible side effects include infections, headaches, and indigestion. Although it is possible to take too much infliximab, the exact effects of an overdose are not known. In small studies, people who took large doses of the drug did not have any problems. Before taking this medication, be sure to let your healthcare provider know if you have liver disease, a history of cancer, any allergies, or any other medical conditions.
(Click Infliximab for the full eMedTV article, which takes a detailed look at dosing guidelines, additional side effects, and the conditions that infliximab treats. You can also click on any of the links in the box to the right for more specific information.)
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