Review the side-effects of Velaglucerase Alfa for Injection 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.
Central Nervous System - Headache, dizziness.
Gastrointestinal - Abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting.
Musculoskeletal - Back pain, joint pain.
Infections - Upper respiratory tract infection.
General - Infusion-related reaction, fever.
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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.
Central Nervous System - Headache, dizziness.
Gastrointestinal - Abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting.
Musculoskeletal - Back pain, joint pain.
Infections - Upper respiratory tract infection.
General - Infusion-related reaction, fever.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Velaglucerase Alfa for Injection
Velaglucerase Alfa for Injection(VPRIV) generic is an enzyme, prescribed for long-term enzyme replacement therapy (ERT) for pediatric and adult patients with type 1 Gaucher disease. It helps to decrease the harmful effects of the disease by breaking down glucocerebroside.Trade Names for Velaglucerase Alfa for Injection
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