Anti-thymocyte Globulin (Rabbit) (Systemic)
Brand Names : Thymoglobulin, Anti-thymocyte immunoglobulin
Side Effects of This MedicineAlong with its needed effects, a medicine
may cause some unwanted effects.
Because of the way that anti-thymocyte globulin
(rabbit) acts on the body, there is a chance that it may cause effects that
may not occur until years after the medicine is used. These delayed effects
may include certain types of cancer, such as lymphomas and skin cancers. Discuss
these possible effects with your doctor.
Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they
may need medical attention.
Other side effects may
occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go
away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, check
with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome.
More common
Abdominal pain; diarrhea; difficult or labored breathing; dizziness; general feeling of discomfort or illness; headache; loss of strength or energy; muscle pain or weakness; nausea; pain; swelling of
ankles, feet, and fingers; tightness in chest; unusual weak feeling; wheezing
Other side effects not listed above
may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with
your doctor.
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