Tocilizumab
Uses
Tocilizumab is used in the treatment of ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, psoriasis, ankylosing spondylitis, and rheumatoid arthritis.
How it Works
Tocilizumab works by blocking the action of specific chemical messengers responsible for inflammation, swelling, and redness associated with certain joint diseases.
Side Effects
Common side effects of Tocilizumab include headache, high blood pressure, upper respiratory tract infection, and injection site reactions such as pain, swelling, and redness.
Expert Advice
- Tocilizumab is administered as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein.
- You may be required to undergo regular blood tests to monitor:
- Blood counts
- Cholesterol levels
- Liver function
- This medication may cause dizziness. If you experience this, avoid driving or operating machinery.
- Tocilizumab can impair your ability to fight infections. Notify your doctor if you experience:
- Fever
- Cough
- Stomach pain
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.
- Do not discontinue the medication without consulting your doctor first.
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