CinnoRA Injection 40mg/0.8ml In Pakistan

CinnoRA Injection 40 mg/0.8 mL

1. What is CinnoRA?

CinnoRA contains adalimumab, a biologic medicine that blocks TNF-alpha, a substance that contributes to inflammation. It is used to control several chronic inflammatory and autoimmune conditions.

2. What is it used for?

Depending on the patient's condition and age, adalimumab may be prescribed for:

• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Psoriatic arthritis
• Ankylosing spondylitis / axial spondyloarthritis
• Plaque psoriasis
• Crohn's disease
• Ulcerative colitis
• Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
• Certain types of uveitis

3. How is it given?

CinnoRA 40 mg/0.8 mL is generally given as a subcutaneous injection (under the skin), commonly in the abdomen or thigh.

Do not inject it into a vein or muscle. The exact dose and injection schedule depend on the disease, age, weight, and doctor's prescription.

4. Before starting treatment

Your doctor may check for:

• Tuberculosis (TB)
• Hepatitis B and other infections
• Vaccination status
• Previous or recurrent infections
• Certain cancers or blood disorders
• Heart failure and neurological disorders

Tell your doctor about all medicines, supplements, vaccines, and previous medical conditions before starting treatment.

5. Important infection warning

Adalimumab suppresses part of the immune system and can increase the risk of serious infections.

Contact your doctor promptly if you develop:

• Persistent fever or chills
• Severe cough or breathing difficulty
• Unusual weakness
• Painful skin infection
• Persistent diarrhea or other signs of infection

Treatment may need to be temporarily stopped if a serious infection develops—only do this according to your doctor's instructions.

6. Vaccines

Avoid live vaccines while receiving adalimumab unless your treating doctor specifically advises otherwise. Discuss your vaccination schedule with your healthcare professional before treatment.

7. Common side effects

Possible side effects include:

• Injection-site redness, swelling, itching, or pain
• Headache
• Nausea
• Upper respiratory infections
• Sinus symptoms

Seek urgent medical attention for severe allergic reactions, difficulty breathing, facial/throat swelling, or symptoms suggesting a serious infection.

8. Storage

Follow the product's package instructions. Adalimumab products are generally stored in a refrigerator at 2–8°C, protected from light, and must not be frozen. Keep it out of reach of children.

Do not use the injection if the solution looks abnormal or the packaging is damaged.

9. Missed dose

If you miss a dose, do not double the next dose. Contact your doctor/pharmacist for instructions based on your prescribed schedule.

10. Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding. Your doctor can determine whether adalimumab is appropriate and how treatment should be managed.

11. Important reminder

CinnoRA is a prescription biologic medicine. The correct dose and treatment interval are different for different diseases, so you should not start, stop, or change the injection schedule yourself.