Zenapax IV
Generic Name: DACLIZUMAB - INJECTION
Pronounced: (dack-LIZ-you-mab)
Zenapax IV Side Effects
Nausea, vomiting, constipation, or diarrhea may commonly occur
during treatment with daclizumab. However, these side effects are
probably caused by other drugs you are taking at the same time
(e.g., cyclosporine, corticosteroids). If any of these effects
persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because
he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the
risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have
serious side effects.
This medication can lower your body's ability to fight an
infection. Use of drugs that weaken the immune system may also
infrequently increase your risk of developing certain types of
cancer (e.g., lymphoma) years after treatment. Your doctor should
monitor you closely for signs of these problems. Tell your doctor
immediately if you develop any of the following signs:
- signs of infection (e.g., fever, persistent sore throat,
cough, painful urination)
- poor wound healing
- unusual growths/lumps
- swollen glands (e.g., on the neck, in the armpits)
- unexplained weight loss
- night sweats
- easy bruising/bleeding
- abdominal pain/swelling
- unusual tiredness
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
- severe dizziness
- trouble breathing
- chest pain
- slow/fast/irregular heartbeat
- increased sweating
- redness/pain/swelling at the injection site
In a heart transplant study, use of daclizumab in combination
with cyclosporine, mycophenolate mofetil, and corticosteroids may
have infrequently caused an increased risk of serious (sometimes
fatal) reactions. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more
details.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you
notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or
pharmacist.
Zenapax IV Medical Alert
Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
For information about enrolling in MedicAlert, call 1-800-854-1166
(USA) or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).
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