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Side effect(s) of Reslizumab


Review the side-effects of Reslizumab 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.
Side effects of Reslizumab injection may increase :

• Hypersensitivity and Anaphylactic reactions which may result in itching, skin rashes, breathing difficulty, nausea, dizziness, light headedness, swelling of the face or lips.
• Throat pain
• Risk of cancer in long term.

Other Precautions :

• Do not administer the injection if there is any presence of visible or particulate matter.
• Do not take the injection if you are planning for pregnancy or if you are pregnant to avoid harmful effects on the fetus.
• Consult the doctor before breastfeeding while taking reslizumab injection.

Drug Name : Reslizumab

Reslizumab generic Reslizumab is an interleukin 5 antagonist monoclonal antibody that is prescribed along with other medications as an add-on treatment for asthma in patients above 18 years or in patients with eosinophilic phenotype (1). The drug mainly acts by reducing the white blood cells which lead to asthma.


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