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Side effect(s) of Vedolizumab


Review the side-effects of Vedolizumab 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
Nervous system: Headache
Respiratory: Inflammation of Nose and pharynx (Nasopharyngitis), upper respiratory tract infection, fatigue, cough, bronchitis, influenza, sinusitis, oropharyngeal pain
Skin: Pruritus(itching)
Others: Back pain , pain in limbs(legs)

Other Precautions :

Vedolizumab should be used during pregnancy only if the benefits to the mother are more than the risk to the unborn child.
Caution is needed when administering vedolizumab to breastfeeding women.

Drug Name : Vedolizumab

Vedolizumab is a monoclonal antibody used for treating moderate to severe active ulcerative colitis (UC) and Crohn’s disease (CD) in adults.


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