English noun: infliximab | |||
1. | infliximab (substance) a monoclonal antibody (trade name Remicade) used to treat Crohn's disease and rheumatoid arthritis; administered by infusion; use and dosage must be determined by a physician | ||
Synonyms | Remicade | ||
Broader (hypernym) | monoclonal, monoclonal antibody | ||
2. | infliximab (artifact) an anti-TNF compound (trade name Remicade) consisting of an antibody directed against TNF; it is given intravenously at one-month to three-month intervals; used in treatment of regional enteritis and rheumatoid arthritis | ||
Synonyms | Remicade | ||
Broader (hypernym) | anti-TNF compound | ||