What is the typical starting dose of Enbrel for adults?
For adults with plaque psoriasis, the typical starting dosage (also called a loading dose) of Enbrel is 50 mg given twice a week for 3 months. Your doctor will start you at this higher dose to help your body respond faster to treatment.
What is the typical dosage of Enbrel for children with plaque psoriasis?
For the dosage used in children with polyarticular JIA, see the section above. Enbrel can be used in children ages 4 to 17 years with plaque psoriasis. The dosage is based on weight: For children who weigh 138 lb* or more, the typical dosage is 50 mg given once per week.
What are the different forms of Enbrel?
Enbrel is available in the following forms: liquid solution inside Enbrel Mini single-dose prefilled cartridges* (used with AutoTouch auto-injectors) powder inside multidose vials (which is mixed into a solution before being injected with a syringe) * This form of the drug contains dry natural rubber.
How often can a child take Benadryl chewable tablets?
Children’s BENADRYL ® Chewables. 2 to 4 chewable tablets (25 mg to 50 mg) every 4 to 6 hours or as directed by a doctor. 1 to 2 chewable tablets (12.5 mg to 25 mg) every 4 to 6 hours or as directed by a doctor. Do not use unless directed by a doctor.
What is the recommended starting dose of Lexapro?
For all patients, 10 mg/day is the recommended starting dose of LEXAPRO. 10 mg/day is also the maintenance dose for many patients.
How many mg of Enbrel should I take for plaque psoriasis?
Adult Plaque Psoriasis Patients. In addition to the 50 mg twice weekly recommended starting dose, starting doses of 25 mg or 50 mg per week were shown to be efficacious. The proportion of responders was related to Enbrel dosage [see Clinical Studies (14.5)].
How much Enbrel should I take for ankylosing spondylitis?
Your doctor will determine the best dosage for you and will make any necessary adjustments over time. The typical starting dose of Enbrel for ankylosing spondylitis is 50 mg injected once weekly. For this condition, your doctor may prescribe other medications, such as methotrexate, for use with Enbrel.