Infliximab (Intravenous Route)

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Proper Use

A doctor or other trained health professional will give you or your child this medicine. Infliximab is given through a needle that is placed in one of your veins. This medicine needs to be given slowly. The needle will need to remain in place for at least 2 hours.

This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. It is very important that you read and understand this information. Be sure to ask your doctor about anything you do not understand.

You may also receive medicines to help prevent possible unwanted effects from the injection.

Precautions Before Using
DR601871 Portions of this document last updated: Jan. 1, 2012

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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