What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using Enbrel Prefilled Syringe (etanercept)?
You should not use this medication if you are allergic to etanercept, or if you have a severe infection such as sepsis (infection of the blood). Before using etanercept, tell your doctor if you have ever had tuberculosis, if anyone in your household has tuberculosis, or if you have recently traveled to an area where tuberculosis is common. If you have any of these other conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely use this medication: • a weak immune system; • any type of infection including a skin infection or open sores; • diabetes; • congestive heart failure; • a nerve disorder such as multiple sclerosis, myelitis, or optic neuritis; • epilepsy or other seizure disorder; • asthma or other breathing disorder; • if you have ever had hepatitis B; • if you are allergic to latex rubber; • if you have recently been vaccinated with BCG (Bacille Calmette-Guerin); or • if you are scheduled to receive any vaccines. FDA pregnancy category B. Etanercept is not expected
