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Written By Lakshmithulasi Yarragunta , Pharm-D (PB)
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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Composition :

GOLIMUMAB-50MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Johnson & Johnson Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Simponi 50mg Injection

Simponi 50mg Injection belongs to the Anti-monoclonal TNF (Tumor necrosis factor) class of medicines that help reduce signs and symptoms of autoimmune disorders. It is primarily used in the treatment of moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis, active ankylosing spondylitis, active ulcerative colitis, and active psoriatic arthritis in adult patients. This medicine is used in combination with methotrexate for the treatment of autoimmune disorders.

Simponi 50mg Injection consists of Golimumab, which works by inhibiting the TNF-α and TNF-β binding to the cell surface, thereby making the TNF cytokine inactive. This helps reduce inflammation and pain caused by various autoimmune diseases.

Simponi 50mg Injection may cause certain side effects such as nausea, headache, upper respiratory tract infections, dizziness, constipation, rash, and injection site reactions. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention or resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist for longer, please consult your doctor. A trained healthcare doctor will administer Simponi 50mg Injection. Hence, do not self-administer. Your physician will decide the dose and duration of the medicine based on the type and severity of the condition.

Simponi 50mg Injection should be avoided if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform your doctor if you have any history of serious infections, invasive fungal infections, optimistic infections, cancer, hepatitis B virus infection, heart failure, liver or kidney diseases, or a weak immune system, as it can worsen your health condition. Simponi 50mg Injection may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert and focused. Simponi 50mg Injection is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age as safety has not been established. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking Simponi 50mg Injection.

Uses of Simponi 50mg Injection

Rheumatoid arthritis, Ankylosing spondylitis, Psoriatic arthritis, and Ulcerative colitis.

Directions for Use

Simponi 50mg Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer.

Medicinal Benefits

Simponi 50mg Injection contains Golimumab, as an active ingredient that belongs to the class of monoclonal TNF inhibitors. It works by inhibiting the TNF-α and TNF-β binding to the cell surface, thereby making the TNF cytokine inactive. This helps reduce inflammation, pain and redness caused by various autoimmune diseases.

Storage

Keep Simponi 50mg Injection out of the sight and reach of children.

Drug Warnings

Simponi 50mg Injection should be avoided if you are allergic to any of its components.  Inform your doctor if you have any history of serious infections, invasive fungal infections, optimistic infections, cancer, hepatitis B virus infection, heart failure, blood disorders, nervous system problems, liver or kidney diseases, or a weak immune system, as it can worsen your health condition. Simponi 50mg Injection may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert and focused. Simponi 50mg Injection is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age as safety has not been established. It is not known whether Simponi 50mg Injection can be given to pregnant and breastfeeding women. Hence, consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding. Do not take live vaccines while being treated with Simponi 50mg Injection to prevent any serious consequences.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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GolimumabBortezomib
Severe
GolimumabGemcitabine
Severe

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GolimumabBortezomib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Simponi 50mg Injection:
Coadministration of Simponi 50mg Injection and bortezomib may increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using Bortezomib and Simponi 50mg Injection together can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if advised by your doctor. However, contact a doctor if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, red or irritated skin, discomfort, or burning during urination. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
GolimumabGemcitabine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Simponi 50mg Injection:
Combining Gemcitabine with Simponi 50mg Injection can increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gemcitabine with Simponi 50mg Injection together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you have any of these symptoms like fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, weight loss, or pain/burning when you urinate. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
GolimumabMelphalan
Severe
How does the drug interact with Simponi 50mg Injection:
Co-administration of Melphalan with Simponi 50mg Injection together can increase the risk of infection.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Melphalan with Simponi 50mg Injection can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle pains, breathing difficulty, blood in your coughing fluid, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, and discomfort or burning sensation when you urinate, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
GolimumabAzathioprine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Simponi 50mg Injection:
When Azathioprine and Simponi 50mg Injection are taken together, they may raise the risk of severe infections

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Azathioprine and Simponi 50mg Injection, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you have any of these symptoms- fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, difficulty breathing, blood in phlegm (a thick secretion in the airway during disease and inflammation), losing weight, or pain while peeing, make sure to contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
GolimumabEverolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with Simponi 50mg Injection:
When Everolimus is used with Simponi 50mg Injection, the likelihood or severity of infection may increase.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Everolimus and Simponi 50mg Injection, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you develop fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscular pains, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, or discomfort or burning during urination, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
GolimumabPazopanib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Simponi 50mg Injection:
Combining Simponi 50mg Injection with Pazopanib can increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Pazopanib and Simponi 50mg Injection, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
GolimumabLevamisole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Simponi 50mg Injection:
Taking levamisole together with Simponi 50mg Injection may increase the risk of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using levamisole together with Simponi 50mg Injection can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if advised by your doctor. However, contact a doctor if you experience any symptoms of infection, such as fever, chills, diarrhoea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, discomfort or burning during urination. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
Severe
How does the drug interact with Simponi 50mg Injection:
The combined use of Simponi 50mg Injection and valganciclovir can increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Valganciclovir and Simponi 50mg Injection together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. If you notice any of the following symptoms - fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, difficulty breathing, weight loss, pain or burning while peeing - contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
Severe
How does the drug interact with Simponi 50mg Injection:
Taking Mycophenolic acid and Simponi 50mg Injection can lead to or increase the risk or severity of developing serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between Mycophenolic acid and Simponi 50mg Injection, but they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhoea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
GolimumabDeflazacort
Severe
How does the drug interact with Simponi 50mg Injection:
Simponi 50mg Injection can cause tendinitis (inflammation of the thick fibrous cords that attach muscle to bone) and tendon rupture (injury to the soft tissue that connect muscle to bone), and the risk may be increased when combined with other drugs such as deflazacort.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Simponi 50mg Injection can be taken with deflazacort if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience pain, swelling at the back of the ankle, biceps, shoulder, hand, or thumb, consult a doctor immediately. Avoid exercise or use of the affected area until further instruction from your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Exercising regularly helps in muscle stretching that is less likely to spasm, tear and sprain. Mild exercises such as jogging and walking are helpful for muscle stretching.
  • Massages can also be helpful.
  • Avoid freezing and hot temperatures.
  • Avoid wearing tight-fitting clothes; instead, wear loose garments.
  • Rest well and get plenty of sleep.
  • Stay hydrated; drink plenty of water.

Side Effects of Simponi 50mg Injection

  • Tingling or numbness
  • Injection site reactions
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Upper respiratory tract infections.
  • Dizziness
  • Constipation
  • Rash

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

IMMUNOSUPPRESSANTS

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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FAQs

Simponi 50mg Injection contains Golimumab, which works by inhibiting the TNF-α and TNF-β binding to the cell surface, thereby making the TNF cytokine inactive.

Simponi 50mg Injection affects your immune system and makes you more susceptible to infections. It is not recommended in people with active infections, invasive fungal infections, optimistic infections, cancer, hepatitis B virus infection, heart failure, or weak immune system. Hence, inform your doctor if you have any history of these conditions beforehand.

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Special Advise

  • It is advised to closely monitor the patient for the development of any active infections during and after the treatment.
  • It is essential to inform your doctor if you have any active viral, bacterial, and fungal infections before starting Simponi 50mg Injection.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Rheumatoid arthritis: It is an auto-immune disease (the body's immune system attacks its tissue) that causes joint pain and damage. It occurs when the immune system does not work properly. Symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis include pain, swelling, stiffness, deformities and loss of joint function. 

Psoriatic arthritis: It is a type of inflammatory arthritis which occurs in patients with psoriasis. It could also occur in patients without psoriasis, particularly in those with a family history of psoriasis. It affects large joints in the lower extremities, the distal joints of toes and fingers, and the back and pelvis. Symptoms include inflammation of joints, difficulty moving, swelling, patches of red, scaly skin and pain.

Ankylosing spondylitis: It is an autoimmune condition that causes pain and stiffness in the spine. The pain generally starts in the lower back and can spread to the neck, damaged joints, or other body parts. Ankylosing spondylitis symptoms include decreased flexibility, which usually leads to a hunched-forward posture and pain in the back and joints.

Ulcerative colitis: Ulcerative colitis is a serious inflammatory bowel disease causing inflammation in the digestive tract. It produces ulcers on the inner lining of the large intestine, which may cause bleeding and discharge of pus and mucus. The common symptoms include bloody stools, stomach pain, rectal pain, diarrhoea, fever, or weight loss. Additionally, it may cause other problems such as joint pain or swelling, mouth sores, skin problems, decreased appetite, or nausea. Ulcerative Colitis mostly occurs in people between the age of 15 to 30 years.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

It is not known if alcohol interacts with Simponi 50mg Injection. Please consult the doctor.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

If you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, inform your doctor before receiving Simponi 50mg Injection. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

It is not known whether Simponi 50mg Injection passes into human milk. Hence, if you are breastfeeding, inform your doctor before receiving Simponi 50mg Injection.

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Driving

Caution

Simponi 50mg Injection will be administered in the hospital setting. Hence, driving is not recommended.

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Liver

Caution

Simponi 50mg Injection may cause liver disease. Inform your doctor if you have a poor appetite, yellow discolouration of the skin or eyes, and abdominal pain. If you have pre-existing or a history of liver problems, let your doctor know, as this medicine may worsen your condition.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Limited data on the effects of Simponi 50mg Injection in patients with kidney impairment is available. If you have a pre-existing or a history of kidney disease, inform your doctor before taking Simponi 50mg Injection.

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Children

Unsafe

Simponi 50mg Injection is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age as safety and efficacy are not established.

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