Etanercept

Etanercept is a medication used to reduce inflammation and manage autoimmune conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis. It is a biologic therapy that works by blocking a protein called tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-alpha), which plays a key role in the inflammatory process. By inhibiting TNF-alpha, etanercept helps decrease joint pain, swelling, and skin symptoms, improving quality of life. It is administered via injection, typically once or twice a week, and requires medical supervision to monitor for potential side effects, such as increased infection risk.