Belimumab Medication Information
Learn everything you need to know about Belimumab-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.
Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.
Explore Belimumab brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.
Generic Name : Belimumab Pronunciation : be-LIM-ue-mab ICD Code : Y43.4 Therapeutic Classification : ImmunosuppressantsBrand Names or Trade Names of Belimumab
International :
Benlysta
Why is Belimumab Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a monoclonal antibody, prescribed for active, autoantibody-positive, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) who are receiving standard therapy. It blocks the activity of a certain protein in people with SLE. It may not work as well to treat African Americans who have SLE.When should Belimumab not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with life-threatening severe allergic reactions.What is the dosage of Belimumab?
IV- The recommended dose is 10 mg/kg at two-week intervals for the first three doses and at four-week intervals thereafter.How should Belimumab be taken?
It comes as a powder for injection (diluted with fluid), to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.What are the warnings and precautions for Belimumab?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of cancer, chronic infection, depression, mental illness, any allergy, infection, flu-like symptoms, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• In depression patients, this medication may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts; if it is so consult with your doctor.
• Avoid live vaccination during the treatment period.
What are the side effects of Belimumab?
Most Common - Nausea, diarrhea, fever, inflammation of pharynx, lungs, sleeplessness, pain in extremity, depression and headache.♦ Seriois Effects- Fatal anaphylaxis.
