Coastal Infusion Administers Cimzia®
| J-Code | J0717 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | UCB Group |
| First Approved | 04/22/2008 |
Coastal Infusion can administer your Cimzia prescription at any of our south Florida locations.
Cimzia (certolizumab pegol) is used to treat certain types of arthritis, certain bowel diseases, as well as plaque psoriasis and ankylosing spondylitis.
In these inflammatory conditions, the immune system becomes overactive and produces excess amounts of a protein called TNF-alpha (tumor necrosis factor alpha), which causes it to attack healthy cells. Cimzia blocks the action of TNF-alpha, preventing inflammation.
What It Treats
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
- Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS)
- Crohn’s Disease
- Plaque Psoriasis
- Axial Spondylarthritis
Prescribed By
Cimzia is most often prescribed by Rheumatologists, Gastroenterologists, and Dermatologists.
How it’s Administered
Cimzia is administered by subcutaneous injection. Cimzia injections take 30 minutes or less.
Frequency
Cimzia is administered every two to four weeks.
Related Drugs
Avsola, Enbrel, Humira, Inflectra, Remicade, Renflexis, Simponi Aria
Additional Resources
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