INFLIXIMAB (systemic) is used in_____________?

Correct answer: D. All of the above

  • A. Crohn's disease (treatment)
  • B. To reduce the number of draining enterocutaneous fistula(s) in patients with fistulizing crohn's disease
  • C. Rheumatoid arthritis (treatment)
  • D. All of the above

Explanation

Infliximab is used for Crohn’s disease, including fistulizing disease, and for rheumatoid arthritis because it neutralizes tumour necrosis factor-α. Therefore all three listed clinical uses are valid.

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