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Medicine information KINERET 150mg / ml solution for injection in pre-filled syringe
Anakinra is a biological medication used for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and other inflammatory conditions, such as cryopyrin-associated periodic syndrome (CAPS). It is an interleukin-1 (IL-1) receptor antagonist, a cytokine involved in the inflammatory process. By blocking IL-1 action, anakinra reduces inflammation, pain, and joint damage.
Anakinra is administered as a subcutaneous injection, usually once daily, with the dosage varying based on the condition being treated and the patient's response.
Common side effects include injection site reactions, upper respiratory tract infections, headaches, and nausea. In rare cases, severe adverse reactions such as serious infections or neutropenia may occur.
Patients receiving anakinra should undergo regular monitoring for signs of infection and white blood cell counts. Additionally, the medication may interact with other immunosuppressive therapies, requiring caution. Anakinra is a valuable option for managing chronic inflammatory conditions, helping to improve patients' quality of life.
Anakinra is administered as a subcutaneous injection, usually once daily, with the dosage varying based on the condition being treated and the patient's response.
Common side effects include injection site reactions, upper respiratory tract infections, headaches, and nausea. In rare cases, severe adverse reactions such as serious infections or neutropenia may occur.
Patients receiving anakinra should undergo regular monitoring for signs of infection and white blood cell counts. Additionally, the medication may interact with other immunosuppressive therapies, requiring caution. Anakinra is a valuable option for managing chronic inflammatory conditions, helping to improve patients' quality of life.
General data about KINERET 150mg / ml
- Substance:
- anakinra
- Date of latest medicines list:
- 01-10-2026
- Product code:
- W53719002
- Strength:
- 150mg / ml
- Pharmaceutical form:
- solution for injection in pre-filled syringe
- Quantity:
- 7
- Product type:
- Original
- Price:
- 1048.28 RON
- Prescription status:
- P-RF — Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is retained by the pharmacy and cannot be renewed.
Pharmaceutical forms available for anakinra
Official documents
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- Added to database:
- 04/08/2009
- Source record updated:
- 15/10/2025
Warnings:
Immunosuppression / infection risk
This medicine may increase the risk of infections.
Breastfeeding warning
Use during breastfeeding only on medical advice.
Pregnancy warning
Use during pregnancy only on medical advice.
Reimbursement lists for KINERET 150mg / ml Swedish Orphan Biovitrum
G18 (C1) - Rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthropathy, severe chronic psoriasis and juvenile arthritis
- Price
- 1048.28 RON
- Copayment
- 1048.28 RON
- Patient payment
- 0.00 RON
G31I (C1) - Periodic febrile syndromes associated with cryopyrin
- Price
- 1048.28 RON
- Copayment
- 1048.28 RON
- Patient payment
- 0.00 RON