Thursday, November 3, 2011

CHEMO!


time for the poison to kill my poison...

WARNINGS (thrilling)
Rituxan can cause serious side effects that can lead to death, including:

  • Infusion Reactions: Serious infusion reactions can happen during the infusion or within 24 hours of receiving Rituxan.Patients must tell their doctor or get medical help right away if they get any of these symptoms: hives (itchy red welts) or rash, itching, swelling of the lips, tongue, throat, or face, sudden cough, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing or wheezing, weakness, dizziness or feel faint, palpitations (feel like your heart is racing or fluttering) chest pain.
  • Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy (PML): PML is a rare, serious brain infection caused by a virus. People with a weakened immune system can get PML. PML can result in death or severe disability. Patients must tell their doctor right away if they have any of the following symptoms: confusion or problems thinking, loss of balance, change in the way they walk or talk, decreased strength or weakness on one side of their body, blurred vision or loss of vision.
  • Tumor Lysis Syndrome (TLS): TLS is caused by the fast breakdown of cancer cells and can occur after treatment with Rituxan. TLS can cause a person to have kidney failure and the need for dialysis treatment. TLS may also cause abnormal heart rhythm.
  • Severe Skin and Mouth Reactions: Patients may get painful sores on the skin or in the mouth, ulcers, blisters, or peeling skin while receiving or after receiving Rituxan.

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