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HUMIRA: A Biologic Medication to Treat Moderate to Severe Crohn's Disease

HUMIRA is part of a group of medications called biologics. "Biologic" means that the medication is made from living organisms and their products, such as proteins, genes, and antibodies. Biologic medications are one type of treatment used in the treatment of moderate to severe Crohn's disease.

Crohn's disease is a long-term (chronic) condition that causes inflammation in the gastrointestinal (digestive) tract. While the exact cause of Crohn's is unknown, we do know that people with Crohn's disease have excess levels of a protein called tumor necrosis factor (TNF). This protein causes inflammation and swelling in the gastrointestinal tract. HUMIRA blocks TNF, helping to reduce or stop Crohn's symptoms.

HUMIRA is used to reduce the signs and symptoms of moderate to severe Crohn’s disease in adults who have not responded well to conventional treatments. HUMIRA is also for these adults with moderate to severe Crohn's disease who have lost response to or are unable to tolerate infliximab.

Safety Considerations

Serious infections have happened in patients taking HUMIRA. These infections include tuberculosis (TB) and infections caused by viruses, fungi, or bacteria that have spread throughout the body. Some patients have died from these infections. HUMIRA may increase the chance of getting lymphoma or other cancers. HUMIRA can cause serious side effects including allergic reactions, hepatitis B virus reactivation, nervous system problems, blood problems, heart failure, certain immune reactions (including a lupus-like syndrome), and new or worsening psoriasis. Please click here for additional Important Safety Information you should know about HUMIRA and discuss it with your doctor.

HUMIRA is not right for everyone. Talk to your doctor about HUMIRA today to see if it may be right for you.

Learn More About HUMIRA and Crohn's Disease

Be sure to visit the following sections to learn more about Crohn's disease and treatment with HUMIRA:

Click here for Uses and Important Safety Information you should know about HUMIRA and discuss it with your doctor.

Please see the full prescribing information, including the Medication Guide, for HUMIRA.

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

If you cannot afford your medication, contact: www.pparx.org or call the toll-free phone number (1-888-4PPA-NOW) for assistance.

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Reference: 1. HUMIRA Injection [package insert]. North Chicago, IL: Abbott Laboratories.

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