Infliximab IV

In Depth

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:

pain/swelling at injection site
joint/muscle pain

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:

swelling ankles/feet
easy bruising/bleeding
vision changes
seizures
confusion
muscle weakness
numbness/tingling of arms/legs
butterfly-shaped facial rash
chest pain
pain/redness/swelling of arms or legs
shortness of breath
fast/slow/irregular heartbeat

Tell your doctor immediately if you develop signs of infection while using this drug, such as:

fever
chills
night sweats
persistent cough
persistent sore throat
trouble breathing
painful/frequent urination
unusual vaginal discharge
white patches in the mouth (oral thrush)

This drug may rarely cause serious (possibly fatal) liver disease. Most cases occur 2 weeks to more than a year after starting infliximab. Tell your doctor immediately if you develop symptoms of liver disease, including dark urine, extreme tiredness, severe stomach/abdominal pain, or yellowing eyes/skin.

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including:

rash
itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat)
severe dizziness
trouble breathing
difficulty swallowing

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

In the US -

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.

Infliximab IV Precautions

Before using infliximab, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to mouse proteins; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain other inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have:

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