Side Effects


What side effects may I notice from receiving Rituxan Hycela?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

-allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives; swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
-breathing problems
-chest pain
-changes in vision
-diarrhea
-dizziness
-headache with fever, neck stiffness, sensitivity to light, nausea, or confusion
-fast, irregular heartbeat
-loss of memory
-low blood counts - this medicine may decrease the number of white blood cells, red blood cells and platelets. You may be at increased risk for infections and bleeding.
-mouth sores
-problems with balance, talking, or walking
-redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
-signs of infection - fever or chills, cough, sore throat, pain or difficulty passing urine
-signs and symptoms of kidney injury like trouble passing urine or change in the amount of urine
-signs and symptoms of liver injury like dark yellow or brown urine; general ill feeling or flu-like symptoms; light-colored stools; loss of appetite; nausea; right upper belly pain; unusually weak or tired; yellowing of the eyes or skin
-stomach pain
-swelling of the ankles, feet, hands
-unusual bleeding or bruising
-vomiting

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

-headache
-joint pain
-muscle cramps or muscle pain
-nausea
-pain, redness, or irritation at site where injected
-tiredness

This list may not describe all possible side effects for Rituxan Hycela. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Source: FDA