of ORENCIA in Period C.
There was one acute infusion reaction (palpebral edema, pruritus
and rash) later during Period C. No deaths or malignant neoplasms
were reported during this Period. The overall safety profile after
re-establishing therapy with ORENCIA was similar to that observed
in patients who were continuously treated with ORENCIA and who
entered Period C.
Important Safety Information about ORENCIA
Before receiving treatment with ORENCIA individuals should tell
their doctor if they are taking a TNF blocker (e.g., Enbrel(R),
Humira(R), Remicade(R)) to treat rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
ORENCIA(R) (abatacept) should not be taken with these medications
because of a higher chance of getting a serious infection.
Individuals should also tell their doctor if they are taking
Kineret(R) to treat RA. ORENCIA should not be taken with Kineret.
People taking ORENCIA should notify their doctor if they are taking
any other medications including hormones, over-the-counter
medicines, vitamins, supplements or herbal products.
Individuals should let their doctor know if they have any kind
of infection including an infection that is in only one place of
the body (such as an open cut or sore) or an infection that is in
the whole body (such as the flu). Having an infection could
increase the risk for serious side effects from ORENCIA. It is also
important for individuals to let their doctor know if they have an
infection that won't go away or a history of infections that keep
coming back.
People who have had tuberculosis (TB), a positive skin test for
TB, recent close contact with someone who has had TB or develop any
of the symptoms of TB (a dry cough that doesn't go away, weight
loss, fever, night sweats) should call their doctor right away.
Before starting treatment with ORENCIA, a doctor may examine the
individual for TB or perform a skin test.
In addition, individuals should let their doctor know if they
are scheduled to have surgery or any
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