Remicade and Enbrel could lead to increases in tuberculosis (TB)

October 2001

There's growing concern that Remicade and Enbrel could lead to increases in tuberculosis (TB).

In fact, Remicade labelling in the U.S. now has a new warning about an increased risk of infections, including TB...and recommends testing all patients for TB before starting Remicade.

Health Canada is also expected to consider a new warning.

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