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Side effect(s) of Canakinumab


Review the side-effects of Canakinumab as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

   Most Common
- Diarrhea, influenza, headache and nausea.

   Miscellaneous
- Increased weight, musculoskeletal pain, fainting, stomach inflammation, nose inflammation, decrease in white blood cells.

Other Precautions :

Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Canakinumab

Canakinumab(Ilaris) generic is an interleukin-1 beta-blocker, prescribed for auto-inflammatory diseases known as cryopyrin-associated periodic syndrome (CAPS). It decreases interleukin-1 beta's activity.


Brand Names or Trade Names of Canakinumab

International :


Ilaris
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