Rilonacept (Subcutaneous Route)

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Rilonacept (Subcutaneous Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Arcalyst

Description

Rilonacept is used to treat cryopyrin-associated periodic syndromes (CAPS), including familial cold autoinflammatory syndrome (FCAS) and Muckle-Wells syndrome (MWS). Rilonacept can help lessen the signs and symptoms of CAPS, such as rash, joint pain, fever, and tiredness .

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription .

Before Using
DR602677 Portions of this document last updated: Nov. 1, 2011

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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