Enbrel 25 mg, 50 mg Powder and solvent for solution for injection

Enbrel 25 mg, 50 mg Powder and solvent for solution for injection

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PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 12 November 2025


Clinical Summary

Quick overview from the medicine insert

Indication

Treatment of various autoimmune conditions including rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis.

Dosage (summary)

Adults: 25 mg twice weekly or 50 mg once weekly; adjust based on response.

Special Populations

  • Elderly
  • Renal impairment
  • Hepatic impairment

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Use only if clearly needed; may pose infection risk to infants.

Key Drug Interactions

  • Anakinra
  • Abatacept
  • Sulfasalazine

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to etanercept
  • Active infections
  • Sepsis

Common side effects

  • Infections
  • Injection site reactions
  • Allergic reactions

Counselling Points

  • Monitor for infections
  • Avoid live vaccines
  • Injection site care

Serious warnings

  • Serious infections
  • Tuberculosis risk
  • Malignancies
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