Enbrel and Rhinocort Allergy

• Generic Name: etanercept
• Dosage Forms: subcutaneous injection
• Other Brand Names: Enbrel, Enbrel Prefilled Syringe, Enbrel SureClick, Erelzi Prefilled Syringe, Erelzi Sensoready Pen, Enbrel Mini Prefilled Cartridge

Enbrel (etanercept) is a tumor necrosis factor (TNF) blocker. It works by decreasing TNF, a protein produced by the immune system to helps the body fight infections. In people with autoimmune disorders, the immune system produces too much TNF and mistakenly attacks healthy cells.

Enbrel is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, or ankylosing spondylitis, and to prevent joint damage caused by these conditions.

Enbrel is also used to treat polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis in children who are at least 2 years old.

Enbrel is also used to treat plaque psoriasis in adults and children who are at least 4 years old.

• Generic Name: budesonide nasal
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Rhinocort Allergy, Rhinocort Aqua, Rhinocort, Childrens Rhinocort Allergy

Budesonide is a steroid that reduces inflammation in the body.

Rhinocort Allergy (for use in the nose) is used to treat stuffy nose, sneezing, and runny nose caused by seasonal or year-round allergies.

Rhinocort Allergy is also used to keep nasal polyps from coming back after surgery to remove them.

Budesonide may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.