Scapho 150mg Injection targets and inhibits the activity of interleukin-17A (IL-17A), reducing inflammation and managing symptoms of psoriasis, hidradenitis suppurativa, psoriatic arthritis, and axial spondyloarthritis.
Administration:
Scapho 150mg Injection is administered as a subcutaneous (under the skin) injection, usually once daily.
The injection should be given at the same time every day, preferably in the morning.
Do not self-administer the injection. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of treatment based on your disease severity and other factors.
Safety Advices:
Pregnancy: there is no adequate data on the safety of Scapho 150mg Injection during pregnancy. Inform your physician if you are pregnant, suspect to be pregnant, or plan for pregnancy before taking this medicine.
Breastfeeding: there is no adequate data on the safety of Scapho 150mg Injection during breastfeeding. Consult your doctor for more advice.
Lungs and liver: it is unknown whether Scapho 150mg Injection is safe for patients with lung or liver problems. Inform your physician if you have lung or liver disease before starting the treatment.
Alcohol: it is unknown whether consuming alcohol interacts with Scapho 150mg Injection. Please consult your doctor for more advice.
Driving: there is no adequate data on Scapho 150mg Injection interaction with driving. Consult your doctor for more advice.
Interaction with other drugs:
Inform your physician about all your medicines, including prescription, over-the-counter, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications may interact with Scapho 150mg Injection and reduce effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.
Storage:
Store Scapho 150mg Injection in a refrigerator (2–8°C).
Keep out of reach of children.
Do not freeze the injection.
Discard the unused portion.
Side Effects:
Serious: infections, inflammatory bowel disease, hypersensitivity reactions with symptoms of skin rash, dizziness, breathlessness, chest tightness and swelling of face, eyelids, lips, mouth, tongue or throat.
What should you know before starting treatment with Scapho 150mg Injection?
Before starting treatment, it is important to get tested for pregnancy, Hepatitis B, active and latent tuberculosis, and the presence of other infections.
Is it safe to use Scapho 150mg Injection by yourself?
You can inject Scapho 150mg Injection by yourself only after receiving proper training from your healthcare provider.
Is it safe to undergo a surgery during the treatment with Scapho 150mg Injection?
Scapho 150mg Injection is associated with increased risk of bruising. Hence, it is advisable to consult your healthcare practitioner before going for surgery or dental procedure during this treatment. Your doctor might recommend to discontinue the treatment for the time-being.
What should you not take with Scapho 150mg Injection?
It is not recommended to live vaccines while on treatment with Scapho 150mg Injection. Tell your healthcare provider if you are taking any prescription medicines, over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, or herbal supplements.
How to store Scapho 150mg Injection?
Refrigerate Scapho 150mg Injection at a temperature between 2–8°C in its original container away from light. Do not freeze the injection. Discard the unused portion.
Who should not take Scapho 150mg Injection?
Scapho 150mg Injection is not recommended for patients who are allergic to Secukinumab and its ingredients, natural rubber latex. Tell your healthcare provider if you have been diagnosed with any food allergies or sensitivities.
How long does it take for Scapho 150mg Injection to work?
Scapho 150mg Injection can take about 3 weeks to a year to start working, depending on your condition. It can take up to 12 weeks to achieve improvement in symptoms of pain and irritation with this injection.
What is Scapho Injection?
Scapho Injection is an immunosuppressant to treat moderate to severe plaque psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, and axial spondyloarthritis.
