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Remicade

Description:

Remicade is a prescription medication used to treat certain autoimmune disorders, such as rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn's disease, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and plaque psoriasis. It belongs to a class of drugs known as tumor necrosis factor (TNF) blockers.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Noun

1. (Medicine) A brand name for the drug infliximab, which is primarily used to treat rheumatoid arthritis.

2. (Medicine) A medication administered via intravenous infusion.

Example Sentences:

• Her rheumatoid arthritis significantly improved after starting Remicade.
• The doctor recommended a course of Remicade infusions to manage her Crohn's disease.

Sense 2:

Noun

1. (Informal) A popular or local term for Remicade.

Example Sentences:

• Some people refer to Remicade as "the miracle drug" due to its effectiveness in treating various autoimmune conditions.
• In our local community, Remicade is commonly known as "Remi."

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