Remicade (n.)

  1. a monoclonal antibody (trade name Remicade) used to treat Crohns disease and rheumatoid arthritis; administered by infusion; use and dosage must be determined by a physician

    [ Syn: infliximab , remicade ]

  2. an anti-TNF compound (trade name Remicade) consisting of an antibody directed against TNF; it is given intravenously at one-month to three-month intervals; used in treatment of regional enteritis and rheumatoid arthritis

    [ Syn: infliximab , remicade ]

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