What is the brand name for Adalimumab?
The brand name for Adalimumab is Humira.
PTCE Top 200 · #144
Adalimumab
Humira
Adalimumab is the generic name for the brand-name drug Humira. It is a tnf inhibitor (biologic dmard) used to treat RA, psoriasis, Crohn's. On the PTCE Top 200 drug list, Adalimumab ranks #144 and is one of the most frequently tested rheumatology/immunology medications — commonly quizzed on its brand–generic pair, drug class, and key side effects.
| Generic name | Adalimumab |
|---|---|
| Brand name(s) | Humira |
| Drug class | TNF inhibitor (biologic DMARD) |
| Class group | Rheumatology/Immunology |
| Common use | RA, psoriasis, Crohn's |
| DEA schedule | Unscheduled |
| Availability | Prescription only (Rx) |
What is Adalimumab used for?
Treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, plaque psoriasis, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, hidradenitis suppurativa, uveitis, and other labeled inflammatory conditions (TNF-α inhibitor).
What drug class is Adalimumab?
Adalimumab is a TNF inhibitor (biologic DMARD) in the Rheumatology/Immunology group. Knowing the class is the fastest way to predict its uses, side effects, and the brand↔generic pairs the PTCE tests.
Common side effects of Adalimumab
- arrow_rightInjection site reactions
- arrow_rightUpper respiratory infections
- arrow_rightHeadache
- arrow_rightRash
- arrow_rightNausea
Major interactions
- arrow_rightLive vaccines → avoid during therapy
- arrow_rightOther biologic immunosuppressants (anakinra, abatacept) → increased infection risk
- arrow_rightMay reduce response to vaccinations; screen for TB/hepatitis before starting
Is Adalimumab a controlled substance?
No. Adalimumab is not a federally controlled substance (it is unscheduled by the DEA).
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WARNING: SERIOUS INFECTIONS and MALIGNANCY. Patients treated with adalimumab are at increased risk for serious infections (including TB) and certain malignancies; monitor and discontinue if serious infection develops.
How to remember Adalimumab (PTCE mnemonic)
HUM-ira HUMs down TNF-α — adali-MUMAB is a biologic DMARD (-mab = monoclonal antibody). SubQ inject; serious infections (TB screen!), lymphoma, demyelinating dz; no live vaccines.
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PTCE exam tip
Biologic basics in one drug: -mab = monoclonal antibody, screen for TB before starting (serious-infection boxed warning), and refrigerate the pens.
Adalimumab FAQ
What is Adalimumab used for?
Adalimumab is used to treat RA, psoriasis, Crohn's. Treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, plaque psoriasis, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, hidradenitis suppurativa, uveitis, and other labeled inflammatory conditions (TNF-α inhibitor).
What drug class is Adalimumab?
Adalimumab is a TNF inhibitor (biologic DMARD) (Rheumatology/Immunology group).
Is Adalimumab a controlled substance?
No. Adalimumab is not a federally controlled substance (it is unscheduled by the DEA).
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