A prescription drug that’s
normally recommended after the preliminary medications, biologics for IBD is
developed from living organisms, and help regulate the functioning of immune
system, by targeting specific proteins and other causative factors that trigger
inflammation. Biologics is widely recommended over corticosteroids & other
similar types of drugs, as they can quickly supress the immune system and leave
harmful side effects that can be fatal. Although five biologics have been
approved by the FDA, Infliximab or Remicade is widely recommended by many
experts around the world. This commonly used biologic can effectively suppress
the symptoms of Crohn’s disease quickly, no matter whether the prevalent
condition of the patient is moderate or severe. Infliximab or Remicade is
recommended only when Crohn’s disease patients fail to respond to other standard
treatment methods. Remicade can also help heal and reduce the number of
perennial fistulas that are commonly found in Crohn’s disease patients. Fistulas
often become infected and gets filled in with pus and mucous.
Administered intravenously, Infliximab blocks the effect of Tumour Necrosis
Factor alpha. TNF alpha plays a key role in triggering inflammation that
aggravates Crohn’s disease conditions. Remicade is widely used to treat
rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ulcerative crohn’s disease, and
ankylosing spondylitis, and plaque psoriasis. Those who are allergic to Remicade
are advised not to try the medication, instead, have to choose one among the
other FDA recommended drug for Crohn’s disease.
Though autoimmune disease are normally incurable, Remicade can help reduce their
symptoms, including pain and inflammation, and thus start making a positive
difference within just 48 hours. However the effect may not be the same for a
few patients, the reason why they might have to wait several weeks. Therefore
patience, perseverance, and strong adherence to the treatment regime are
extremely important to receive best results.