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Remicade and Skin Problems

Remicade (infliximab), a popular drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration in 1998 for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, is found to cause serious skin problems in some patients. An April 2005 Dutch study evaluated the effects of Remicade and skin problems and found that the use of the drug significantly increases the risk of skin reactions, skin infections, skin cancer, and other diseases .

If you or a loved one has suffered from Remicade and skin problems, you don't have to go through it alone. Please contact us to learn more about your legal rights and options.

Remicade and skin problems study

Researchers have found that TNF-blocking drugs such as Remicade, Hurmira, and Enbrel heighten the risk of serious and clinically important skin problems for rheumatoid arthritis patients.

Out of the 289 rheumatoid arthritis participants in the Dutch study, 25 percent received medical attention for Remicade and skin problems within the first two years of drug treatment. Only 13 percent of participants who were given the placebo pill consulted a doctor about their skin problems. The study concluded that Remicade and similar drugs doubles the risk of skin problems in rheumatoid arthritis patients.

Common Remicade skin problems

• Skin infections - The most common Remicade skin problem experienced by patients in the Dutch study.
• Eczema - A skin condition that causes itching, scaling, and thickening of the skin was the second most reported skin problem caused by Remicade in the Dutch study.
• Drug-induced skin eruptions - Serious cases of drug-induced skin eruptions such as acne were also common Remicade skin problems reported in the study.

If you experience symptoms of Remicade skin problems, it is important to consult a dermatologist.

Remicade and skin cancer

A May 2006 study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association was the first to find that rheumatoid arthritis patients who take Remicade are three times more likely to develop skin cancer than those who don't.

Researchers believe that patients with a history of cancer and those who are older or sick are more susceptible to Remicade skin cancer and other adverse effects of the drug. Furthermore, patients who have taken Remicade for an extended period of time or those who take higher doses are at the greatest risk for suffering serious Remicade side effects.

Before starting or continuing Remicade, it is important to weigh the risks and benefits of the drug with a doctor to determine if it's the right treatment for you.

Have you suffered from Remicade skin problems?

If you or a loved one has suffered harm from Remicade skin problems, you may be eligible to seek compensation for your losses. A qualified and caring attorney can evaluate your case FREE of charge to determine the best course of action. Please contact us today to learn more about Remicade and skin problems or to speak with an experienced attorney who will protect your legal rights and maximize your interests.

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