Review the side-effects of Brentuximab Vedotin 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 white blood cells, anemia, peripheral sensory neuropathy, fatigue, nausea, fever, rash, diarrhea and pain.
Blood - Swelling of lymph nodes and decrease in platelet counts.
Central Nervous system - Headache, sleeplessness, anxiety and dizziness.
General - Chills and swelling in the extremities.
Infections - Upper respiratory tract infection.
Gastrointestinal - Abdominal pain, vomiting and constipation.
Skin - Itching, hair loss, night sweats and dry skin.
Respiratory - Cough, difficulty in breathing and throat pain.
Musculoskeletal - Joint pain, muscle pain, back pain and muscle spasms.
Metabolic - Decreased appetite and weight.
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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.
Most Common - Decrease in white blood cells, anemia, peripheral sensory neuropathy, fatigue, nausea, fever, rash, diarrhea and pain.
Blood - Swelling of lymph nodes and decrease in platelet counts.
Central Nervous system - Headache, sleeplessness, anxiety and dizziness.
General - Chills and swelling in the extremities.
Infections - Upper respiratory tract infection.
Gastrointestinal - Abdominal pain, vomiting and constipation.
Skin - Itching, hair loss, night sweats and dry skin.
Respiratory - Cough, difficulty in breathing and throat pain.
Musculoskeletal - Joint pain, muscle pain, back pain and muscle spasms.
Metabolic - Decreased appetite and weight.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Brentuximab Vedotin
Brentuximab Vedotin(Adcetris) generic is a monoclonal antibody, prescribed for certain types of lymphoma (Hodgkin lymphoma, systemic anaplastic large cell lymphoma [sALCL]). It works by killing cancer cells.Trade Names for Brentuximab Vedotin
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