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Side effect(s) of Tositumomab


Review the side-effects of Tositumomab as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

   Most Common
- Decrease in blood cells.

   Body as a Whole
- Weakness, fever, infection, body pain, chills, headache, abdominal pain, back pain, chest pain, and neck pain.

   Heart
- Low blood pressure and dilatation of blood vessels.

   Gastrointestinal
- Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea, constipation, and indigestion.

   Endocrine
- Decrease in thyroid hormone.

   Metabolic
- Swelling in the extremities, and weight loss.

   Musculoskeletal
- Joint pain and muscle pain.

   Central Nervous System
- Dizziness, and drowsiness.

   Respiratory
- Increased cough, difficulty in breathing, nose inflammation and lung infection.

   Skin
- Rash, itching, and increased sweating.

Other Precautions :

Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Tositumomab

Tositumomab(Bexxar) generic is a radioactive monoclonal antibody, prescribed for non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma in patients who have not responded to other therapy. It works by killing cancer cells.


Trade Names for Tositumomab

International :


Bexxar
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