Let's take a minute to talk about your medication. 

This is Cimzia. It helps treat conditions with long-standing inflammation. It blocks part of your immune system called TNF. It can help improve conditions including Crohn's Disease, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis and Plaque Psoriasis.

Cimzia is given as an injection under your skin. Before giving a dose at home, your doctor will teach you how to give a dose and how to dispose of syringes. You should read the 'Instructions for Use.' If you still have questions, your doctor or pharmacist can help. 

Most people tolerate this medicine well. Common side effects include a rash, urinary tract infections, and upper respiratory infections like the flu or common cold. You should tell your doctor if you have a rash or think you have an infection. If these or other side effects become reasons you want to stop taking this medicine, please talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

As with any medicine, rare but serious side effects could occur. With Cimzia, these include serious infections, an increased risk of certain types of cancer, and more. You should read the 'Medication Guide' to know which symptoms to watch for and when to report changes. To help keep this medicine safe for you, your doctor will follow your condition closely. 

You should always check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking other medicines and before getting vaccines.  

Women should talk to their doctors before becoming pregnant or breastfeeding.

Before each dose, you should inspect the medicine. The liquid should be colorless or pale yellow, and it should be clear. Do not use it if it looks cloudy, discolored or if it has particles. 

For best results with Cimzia, work closely with your doctor to track improvements in your condition.