Common RITUXAN Side Effects
As with any treatment, side effects are a risk with Rituxan® (rituximab). The most common side effects that occur during Rituxan infusions include:
Debbie—
living with RA since 2001
taking Rituxan since 2006
- fever
- chills and shake
- itching
- hives
- sneezing
- throat irritation or tightness
- headache
- nausea
- cough
Other side effects include:
- aching joints
- upper respiratory tract infection
- decreased blood cell counts
- lung problems
If you experience any of these side effects, it’s important to tell your healthcare professional. Not everyone experiences these side effects, and many of them can be resolved. But it’s important to make sure they’re not signs of more serious conditions— progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML), infusion reactions, tumor lysis syndrome (TLS), and severe skin reactions. For more information about these serious conditions, visit Understanding Rituxan’s Safety Info. For more information about side effects, please see the full Prescribing Information, including the Medication Guide.
