Rituxem 100mg Injection Benefits & Uses

Rituxem 100mg Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Rituxem 100mg Injection Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Rituxem 100mg Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Rituxem 100mg Injection is used -

Moderate

Edema

Mild

Headache
Infection
Hair Loss
Cough
Rhinitis
Insomnia
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Urticaria
Throat Irritation
Flushing

Common

Weakness

Rituxem 100mg Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Rituxem 100mg Injection safe for pregnant women?

Rituxem may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Rituxem, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Rituxem 100mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Rituxem should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Rituxem 100mg Injection on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Rituxem. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Rituxem 100mg Injection on the Liver?

Rituxem is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Rituxem 100mg Injection on the Heart?

Rituxem may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Rituxem 100mg Injection with Other Drugs

Rituxem 100mg Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Adalimumab

Clozapine

Etanercept

Moderate

Azathioprine

Betamethasone

Cisplatin

Rituxem 100mg Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rituxem 100mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Hyperkalemia
Kidney Disease
Infections
Anemia
Heart Disease
Neutropenia

Frequently asked Questions about Rituxem 100mg Injection

Is this Rituxem 100mg Injection habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Rituxem 100mg Injection has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Rituxem 100mg Injection you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Rituxem 100mg Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Rituxem 100mg Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Rituxem 100mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Rituxem 100mg Injection

Taking Rituxem 100mg Injection with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Rituxem 100mg Injection

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Rituxem 100mg Injection with alcohol.

Unknown