Abatacept – Drug information

Abatacept: Drug information Copyright 1978-2011 Lexicomp, Inc. All rights reserved. (For additional information see "Abatacept: Patient drug information" and see "Abatacept: Pediatric drug information") Brand Names: U.S. Orencia® Brand Names:…

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