Humira® is recommended by doctors for auto-immune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, psoriasis, and Crohn’s disease. Like many prescriptions, new patients often have questions about how to take the medication and what to look for to monitor their progress.

What to Know About Humira

How Do You Take It?

Humira is taken subcutaneously in the form of an injection, and is designed to slightly repress the immune system to alleviate auto-immune symptoms.

Depending on your condition, Humira may be taken every week or every other week, and should not be injected into the same location twice. Injection sites commonly include the trunk or thigh, and should be rotated to prevent problems. The standard dosage for Humira is 40 milligrams. 

Are There Side Effects or Interactions?

Side effects of Humira prescriptions can include pain, swelling, itchiness, or irritation at the injection site, as well as rashes, headache, and nausea. Because Humira acts to decrease the immune system, there is an increased chance of being impacted by a widespread infection. However, these risks are low, and Humira should help you to return to your everyday activities. 

Humira should never be taken with other medications that block TNF receptors, such as live vaccines, methotrexate, or Kineret. There are no known food interactions to the drug. 

To prevent issues, talk with your doctor openly and honestly about your medical history and any other prescriptions or medications you are currently taking. Let your doctor know right away if you experience any changes to your health, or if you are diagnosed with another condition by another medical professional. 

If you have been diagnosed with an autoimmune condition that requires the use of Humira, turn to Faris Pharmacy in Rochester, NY, for your prescriptions. Since their inception in 1972, they have been committed to caring, old-fashioned service with a smile. While filling your medications, you can also shop for medical equipment, gifts, and candies. Learn more about their business by visiting them online, or give their office a call at (585) 663-6950.