Biological Response Modifiers

Abatacept

Generic, Brand or Chemical Name(s): T-Cell Costimulation

Use/Condition: Currently in clinical trials for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.

Manufacturer: Bristol-Myers Squibb Company

Notes: Investigational drug currently in clinical trials for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.

Record Last Updated: 2005-07-01

Enbrel

Generic, Brand or Chemical Name(s): Etanercept

Use/Condition: Used to treat signs and symptoms of moderate to severe rheumatoid, psoriatic, juvenile arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis by inhibiting disease progression. Enbrel is administered via injection.

Manufacturer: Immunex Corporation

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Record Last Updated: 2005-07-01

Humira

Generic, Brand or Chemical Name(s): Adalimumab

Use/Condition: Used to decrease signs, symptoms, and progression of moderate to severely active rheumatoid arthritis. Humira is administered via injection.

Manufacturer: Abbott Pharmaceuticals

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Record Last Updated: 2005-07-01

Kineret

Generic, Brand or Chemical Name(s): Anakinra

Use/Condition: Used to decrease signs, symptoms, and progression of moderate to severely active rheumatoid arthritis. Kineret is administered via injection.

Manufacturer: Amgen

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Record Last Updated: 2005-07-01

Remicade

Generic, Brand or Chemical Name(s): Infliximab

Use/Condition: Used to treat signs and symptoms of moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis, by inhibiting disease progression, controlling inflammation and improving patient functioning. Remicade is administered via IV infusion.

Manufacturer: Centocor, Inc

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Record Last Updated: 2005-07-01

Rituxan

Generic, Brand or Chemical Name(s): Rituximab

Use/Condition: Rituxan is used as a drug for cancer treatment, but may also provide long-term relief for people with rheumatoid arthritis.

Manufacturer: Genentech, Inc., IDEC Pharmaceuticals Corporation

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Record Last Updated: 2005-07-01

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