How is it used?

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Warnings

Certolizumab injection is used to relieve the symptoms of Crohn's disease (a condition in which the body attacks the lining of the digestive tract, causing pain, diarrhea, weight loss, and fever) in people who can no longer be helped by other medications. Certolizumab injection is in a class of medications called tumor necrosis factor (TNF) inhibitors. It works by blocking the activity of TNF, a substance in the body that causes inflammation.

Certolizumab injection comes as a powder to be mixed with sterile water and injected subcutaneously (under the skin) by a doctor or nurse. Each dose is given as two separate injections in the stomach area or thigh. It is usually given every two weeks for the first three doses and then every four weeks for as long as your treatment continues.

Certolizumab injection controls Crohn's disease but does not cure it. Your doctor will watch you carefully to see how well certolizumab works for you. It is important to tell your doctor how you are feeling during your treatment.

This medication may be prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

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