Side effect(s) of Nimotuzumab

Last Updated on Nov 08, 2024

Review the side-effects of Nimotuzumab 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.

  Gastrointestinal: Nausea, vomiting

  Skin: Skin rash

  Cardiovascular: Changes in blood pressure

  Central nervous system: Drowsiness, disorientation

  Others: Fever, chills, rigors, weakness, allergic reaction, blood in the urine, increase in liver enzymes

Other Precautions :

• Do not shake the vial.
• Inspect the vial for particulate matter and discoloration before use. Discard if present.

Drug Name : Nimotuzumab

Nimotuzumab generic Nimotuzumab is a monoclonal antibody and an endothelial growth factor receptor (EGRF) antagonist. It also stimulates the immune system against the cancer cells. It is a targeted therapy used for the treatment of glioma (cancer in the brain and spinal cord), cancer of the head and neck , and nasopharyngeal cancer. It prevents the growth and spread of the cancer. The drug is approved for different cancers in different countries. It has received orphan drug status for the treatment of glioma in the United States and pancreatic cancer in the European Union.