Avsola
Avsola is a biologic medication used in the treatment of various autoimmune diseases. It is a biosimilar to infliximab, which is marketed under the brand name Remicade. Avsola is produced by Amgen, a leading biotechnology company.
Medical Uses[edit | edit source]
Avsola is primarily used to treat conditions such as:
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Crohn's disease
- Ulcerative colitis
- Ankylosing spondylitis
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Plaque psoriasis
Mechanism of Action[edit | edit source]
Avsola works by inhibiting tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNFα), a pro-inflammatory cytokine. By blocking TNFα, Avsola helps to reduce inflammation and halt disease progression in autoimmune conditions.
Administration[edit | edit source]
Avsola is administered via intravenous infusion. The dosage and frequency of administration depend on the specific condition being treated and the patient's response to the therapy.
Side Effects[edit | edit source]
Common side effects of Avsola include:
Serious side effects may include:
- Severe infections
- Heart failure
- Liver toxicity
- Blood disorders
Regulatory Status[edit | edit source]
Avsola was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in December 2019 as a biosimilar to Remicade. It is also approved in several other countries for the treatment of autoimmune diseases.
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- Biologic medication
- Biosimilar
- Infliximab
- Remicade
- Amgen
- Autoimmune disease
- Tumor necrosis factor alpha
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