Who should not take Enbrel?
• People with active infections should not start Enbrel • Caution is advised for the elderly, due to the already increased risk of infection for this age group The impact of Enbrel on pregnant women or developing fetuses is not known, nor is it known if the medication passes into breast milk in nursing women. Enbrel should only be given to pregnant or nursing women if there is a clear medical need, and if this decision is reached by a patient and doctor together. How will I get it? Amgen does not expect any major change in insurance reimbursement or distribution for the new psoriasis approval. For more information, including prescribing information, please visit our Biologic Fact Sheets or our Biologic Medications for Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis booklet.
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