Scapho 150mg Injection

Reviewed By Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology, MBBS

Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:08 AM (IST)

Scapho 150mg Injection is used to treat a variety of conditions, such as psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and psoriasis. It provides relief from swelling, pain, and redness associated with various disorders and improves physical function.

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Stored between 2-8°C

₹20000

1 Injection

General Information

Contains

Secukinumab (150mg)

Marketer

Novartis India Ltd

Storage

Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.

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Product introduction

Scapho 150mg Injection is generally administered by a doctor or a nurse. Do not try to inject the medicine yourself unless you are trained on the right way to prepare and inject it. Do not inject in the area of the skin that is tender, bruised, red or hard, or in an area of skin that is affected by psoriasis. Each injection should be given at a different site and should not be injected in a 2 inch area around your navel (belly button).

Some of the common side effects of Scapho 150mg Injection include nasopharyngitis, diarrhea, and upper respiratory tract infection. Talk to your doctor if any of these side effects do not go away with time or get worse. They may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms.

Before taking Scapho 150mg Injection, let your doctor know if you have any heart, kidneys, or liver problems. Also, tell the doctor about all the other medicines you are taking. It is important for pregnant and breastfeeding women to ask the advice of their doctors before taking this medicine.

Uses of Scapho Injection

Benefits of Scapho Injection

Treatment of Psoriasis
Psoriasis is a condition where the skin cells in the body grow too quickly and form scales and dry patches. They can grow anywhere, but most appear on the scalp, elbows, knees, and lower back. Scapho 150mg Injection reduces the scaly, itchy patches, which may develop on the different parts of the body. However, the drug may take several months to become fully effective. Avoid drinking alcohol while undergoing treatment with this drug, and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

Treatment of Ankylosing spondylitis
Ankylosing spondylitis is a rare type of arthritis that affects the spine or larger joints. It usually starts in the lower back and can spread up to the neck or damage joints in other parts of the body. Scapho 150mg Injection alleviates pain, swelling, or stiffness in the spine and joints. It improves flexibility and prevents worsening of the disease.

Treatment of Psoriatic arthritis
Psoriatic arthritis is a form of arthritis that affects people with psoriasis, a condition where the skin cells in the body grow too quickly and form scales and dry patches. Psoriatic arthritis is a type of inflammatory arthritis. Its symptoms include joint pain, stiffness, and swelling, which may flare and subside. Scapho 150mg Injection helps reduce pain, stiffness, and swelling in the spine and joints. It helps improve flexibility and prevents disease progression. This helps a person lead a better and active life.

Side effects of Scapho Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Scapho

Common cold
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
Diarrhea
Upper respiratory tract infection

How to use Scapho Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Scapho Injection works

Scapho 150mg Injection is a monoclonal antibodies. It shows its action by neutralizing the activity of a protein called IL-17A, which is responsible for the symptoms of psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis.

Quick tips

Scapho 150mg Injection may lower the ability of the immune system to fight infections. Inform your doctor if you develop any symptoms of infection.
Before starting treatment with this medicine, inform your doctor if you have tuberculosis or have been in close contact with someone with tuberculosis.
Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms of allergic reactions like rash, swelling, etc.
Stick to simple meals, avoid rich or spicy food, and drink plenty of water while taking this medicine.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Scapho 150mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Scapho 150mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

CAUTION

Scapho 150mg Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Scapho 150mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Scapho 150mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Scapho 150mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Carboxylic acid and derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI NEOPLASTICS

Action Class

Monoclonal antibodies

Related lab tests

HLA - B27, PCR

References

Patient concerns

When I open my mouth by about 4 cm wide, I hear a clicking sound from the joint of my jaw. It's not painful. It started happening only 4-5 months ago.

Dr. Akshat Goel

Orthopaedics

Check with an Orthopaedician in-person for a possible condition called Ankylosing Spondylitis""

Ankylosing spondylitis(heavy pain in knees)

Dr. Akshat Goel

Orthopaedics

Apply Dynapar QPS spray and take Cap Altraday twice daily for 5 daysDo exercises of all jointsShare current medication prescription

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Marketer details

Name: Novartis India Ltd
Address: Sandoz House, Shiv Sagar Estate, Worli Mumbai -400 018, India

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Scapho 150mg Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

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Scapho 150mg Injection

General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Scapho Injection

Benefits of Scapho Injection

Side effects of Scapho Injection

How to use Scapho Injection

How Scapho Injection works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

HLA - B27, PCR

References

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Patient concerns

When I open my mouth by about 4 cm wide, I hear a clicking sound from the joint of my jaw. It's not painful. It started happening only 4-5 months ago.

Ankylosing spondylitis(heavy pain in knees)

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Have issue with the content

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In case of any issues, contact us

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