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How to Take Abatacept and it's Dose


It is administered as an injection into the vein (intravenously), or as a solution for subcutaneous (under the skin) injection by a healthcare provider every 2 weeks for the first 3 doses and then every 4 weeks.

Dosage & When it is to be taken

Dose is based on body weight and condition of the patient. Weight < 60 kg should receive 500 mg dose, weight 60-100 kg a 750 mg dose and weight >100 kg a 1000 mg dose.
Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis- Pediatric patients weighing less than 75 kg: receive 10 mg/kg.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

Drug Name : Abatacept

Abatacept modifies the immune system in patients with rheumatoid arthritis who were not benefited from other treatments.


Trade Names/Brand Names of Abatacept

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