Recommend the New Biosimilar Brenzys as a Cheaper Alternative to Enbrel

January 2017

You'll see a new version of etanercept called Brenzys (BREN-zis).

Etanercept is the second TNF inhibitor to have a biosimilar on the market...after infliximab (Remicade, etc).

Brenzys will be an alternative to Enbrel...but it's not a generic.

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Table of Contents

Cardiology Recommend Limiting Dose and Duration of NSAIDs in High-CV-Risk Patients
Lice Dispel Myths About Treating Head Lice
Opioids Be Ready to Help More Patients Use Buprenorphine/Naloxone
Vaccines Offer Prevnar 13 to All Healthy Older Adults
Vaccines Consider Which Pregnant Women Need Pertussis Vaccine
Inhalers Prevent Common Inhaler Errors
Calcium Help Patients Use Calcium Supplements Safely
Pediatrics Suggest Systemic Quinolones Only Rarely in Kids...But Not Due to Joint Concerns
Dehydration Consider Diluted Apple Juice an Option for Mild Dehydration in Kids
End-of-Life Care Provide Options to Enhance End-of-Life Care
Biosimilars Recommend the New Biosimilar Brenzys as a Cheaper Alternative to Enbrel
Insurance Prioritize Urgent Prior Auth Requests to Avoid Gaps in Therapy