anakinra (injectable) Health Article

What other drugs will affect anakinra?

Do not receive "live" vaccines during treatment with anakinra without first talking to your doctor. Administration of a live vaccine may result in an inadequate immune response or infection.

Before using anakinra, talk to your doctor if you are taking

• etanercept (Enbrel);

• infliximab (Remicade);

• adalimumab (Humira); or

• a medicine that may decrease the effects of the immune system.

You may not be able to use anakinra, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you are taking any of the medicines listed above.

Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with anakinra. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including herbal products.

Where can I get more information?

Your pharmacist has more information about anakinra written for health professionals that you may read.

What does my medication look like?

Anakinra is available with a prescription under the brand name Kineret. Other brand or generic formulations may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is new to you.

• Kineret 100 mg--prefilled glass syringe with 27 gauge needle (0.67 mL)

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.