Orencia (Abatacept)

Orencia is used to reduce signs and symptoms of moderate to severe Rheumatoid Arthritis in adults 18 years and older. Rheumatoid arthritis leads to swelling in the joints, which causes pain and makes it harder to move. This medication is also used to treat other types of arthritis (such as juvenile idiopathic arthritis, psoriatic arthritis). Orencia is a prescription biologic medicine.

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Indication:

  • Adult Rheumatoid Arthritis

  • Polyarticular Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis

  • Adult Psoriatic Arthritis

Infusion Duration:

Frequency:

  • Loading Dose: Day 0, week 2, week 4

  • Maintenance Dose: Every 4 weeks