Etacept PFS Injection 1.0 ml in 1 vial

Last Updated: March 24th, 2026

Etacept PFS Injection is a product of Cipla Ltd

Composition: Etanercept (50mg)

Pack of 1 ml

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All Details About Etacept PFS Injection

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Etacept PFS Injection

Description:

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

Etacept PFS Injection is given by a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. You should use it regularly and at the same time each day to get the maximum benefit from it. Continue using it as recommended by your doctor and complete the dose even if you feel better.

Some common side effects of this medicine include allergic reactions, upper respiratory tract infection, itching, rash, and injection site reactions such as swelling, redness, and pain. Communicate to your doctor if any of these side effects do not go away with time or get worse. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms.

To make sure the medicine is safe for you, before taking it, let your doctor know of all the other medicines you are taking. Your doctor may also monitor your blood counts by taking regular blood tests to make sure the medicine is not affecting your blood counts. It is important for pregnant and breastfeeding women to ask the advice of their doctors before taking this medicine.

There is a Tolerant Support Program/Tolerant Assistance Program available in India for this medicine, being managed by Tata . Please contact your prescribing doctor to know more about the same. You may also call on (1800-102-1618) for more details.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

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

Side Effects:

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

Ordinary side effects of Etacept

Allergic reaction
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CAUTION

Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Etacept PFS Injection.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Etacept PFS Injection during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Etacept PFS Injection may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Etacept PFS Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Etacept PFS Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Etacept PFS Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.

FAQs:

Is Etacept PFS Injection a disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug?

Affirmative, Etacept PFS Injection is a disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug

Is Etacept PFS Injection a steroid or monoclonal antibody?

Etacept PFS Injection is not a steroid or monoclonal antibody. It is a recombinant human protein and TNF inhibitor

Is Etacept PFS Injection safe?

Etacept PFS Injection is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

Does Etacept PFS Injection cause weight gain or hair loss?

Etacept PFS Injection can cause weight gain and hair loss

How long does Etacept PFS Injection take to work?

Etacept PFS Injection can start action in few days but usually it takes around 2-12 weeks to work for complete action.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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