Brief Summary of Medication Guide Enbrel® (en-brel) (etanercept)
Read the Medication Guide that comes with Enbrel before you start using it and each time you get a refill. There may be new information. The Medication Guide does not take the place of talking with your doctor about your medical condition or treatment. It is important to remain under your doctor’s care while using Enbrel.
Enbrel is a prescription medicine called a Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF) blocker that affects your immune system.
What is the most important information I should know about Enbrel?
Enbrel may cause serious side effects, including:
1. Risk of Infection 2. Risk of Cancer
1. Risk of infection
Enbrel can lower the ability of your immune system to fight infections. Some people have serious infections while taking…