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Tocilizumab is a prescription medicine. Rheumatoid Arthritis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Tocilizumab has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Tocilizumab depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Tocilizumab include Blurred vision, Chest Pain, Cough. Normally, these side effects of Tocilizumab are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Tocilizumab's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. In addition, Tocilizumab's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Tocilizumab related warnings section.
Tocilizumab is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Fungal Infections, Blood Infection (Sepsis) are examples of such conditions. The section on Tocilizumab contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Tocilizumab may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Tocilizumab is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Tocilizumab is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Tocilizumab safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Tocilizumab for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Tocilizumab safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Tocilizumab for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Tocilizumab on the Kidneys?
Tocilizumab rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Tocilizumab on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Tocilizumab. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Tocilizumab only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Tocilizumab on the Heart?
Tocilizumab may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Tocilizumab should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tocilizumab unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tocilizumab habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Tocilizumab.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Tocilizumab does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Tocilizumab only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Tocilizumab cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Tocilizumab
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Tocilizumab, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tocilizumab
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Tocilizumab.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Actemra® (tocilizumab)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1210-1212