Review the side-effects of Alefacept 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. ♦
Serious Effects - Malignancy and abnormal decrease in lymphocytes.
Most Common - Dizziness, increased cough, muscle pain, nausea, swelling at the injection site and sore throat.
Miscellaneous - Itching, chills, cough, and accidental injury.
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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. ♦
Serious Effects - Malignancy and abnormal decrease in lymphocytes.
Most Common - Dizziness, increased cough, muscle pain, nausea, swelling at the injection site and sore throat.
Miscellaneous - Itching, chills, cough, and accidental injury.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Alefacept
Alefacept is a genetically modified immunosuppressive drug prescribed for treating moderate to severe chronic plaque psoriasis in adult patients who are candidates for phototherapy or systemic therapy.Trade Names for Alefacept
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