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Side effect(s) of Basiliximab


Review the side-effects of Basiliximab 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
- Pimples, constipation, diarrhea, headache, indigestion, nausea, runny nose, sleeplessness, stomach pain, tremor and vomiting.

   Gastrointestinal
- Abdominal pain.

   Body as a Whole
- Swelling in the extremities, fever and viral infection.

   Metabolic
- Increase in blood sugar/fat/potassium level.

   Genitourinary
- Urinary tract infection.

   Respiratory
- Difficulty in breathing and upper respiratory tract infection.

   Skin
- Surgical wound complications.

   Heart
- High blood pressure.

   Blood
- Anemia, bleeding, bruising and decrease in platelets.

Other Precautions :

Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Basiliximab

Basiliximab(Simulect) generic is a monoclonal antibody, prescribed for prevention of rejection in renal transplant patients. It prevents transplanted organ by decreasing the activity of the body's immune system.


Brand Names or Trade Names of Basiliximab

International :


Simulect
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