Orencia Benefits & Uses

Orencia is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Other Benefits

Psoriatic arthritis

Orencia Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Rheumatoid Arthritis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Repeat dose at 2 wk and 4 wk after initial dose, then q 4 wk thereafter, Dose for adult <60 kg
Geriatric	Disease: Rheumatoid Arthritis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Repeat dose at 2 wk and 4 wk after initial dose, then q 4 wk thereafter
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Rheumatoid Arthritis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 125 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Subcutaneous injection administered within a day of the IV infusion.
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Rheumatoid Arthritis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Repeat dose at 2 wk and 4 wk after initial dose, then every 4 wk thereafter

Orencia Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Orencia is used -

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Headache
Infection
Sinus inflammation
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Cough
Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)
Flushing
Rhinitis
Rash
Influenza like symptoms
Dyspepsia
Pharyngitis

Orencia Related Warnings

Is the use of Orencia safe for pregnant women?

Orencia can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Orencia, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Orencia safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Orencia. If you see any side effects, stop taking Orencia immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Orencia again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Orencia on the Kidneys?

Orencia is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Orencia on the Liver?

Orencia is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Orencia on the Heart?

Orencia is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Orencia with Other Drugs

Orencia should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Adalimumab

Moderate

Anakinra

Anakinra Injection

Azathioprine

Cyclosporin

Azacitidine

Orencia Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Orencia unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diabetes
Hepatitis A
Cancer
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Hepatitis B

Frequently asked Questions about Orencia

Is this Orencia habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Orencia has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Orencia as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Orencia only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Orencia is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Orencia Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Orencia

Taking Orencia with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Orencia

Information about the interaction of Orencia and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown