Riximyo (Rituximab)
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Product Details
Description
Riximyo (rituximab) uses: Riximyo is an intravenous medication given to adults to treat non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, chronic lymphocytic leukemia, rheumatoid arthritis, granulomatosis with polyangiitis and microscopic polyangiitis, and pemphigus vulgaris.
Fact Table
Formula
C6416H9874N1688O1987S44
License
US FDA, EMA
Bioavailability
N/A (Intravenous administration)
Legal status
Prescription only
Chemical Name
Rituximab
Elimination half-life
18-22 days
Dosage (Strength)
100 mg/10 mL, 500 mg/50 mL
Pregnancy
Consult a doctor
Brands
Rituxan, MabThera, Rixathon, Riximyo, Truxima
Protein binding
N/A
PubChem CID
50958573
MedlinePlus
a607038
ChEBI
63638
ATC code
L01XC02
DrugBank
DB00073
KEGG
D02993
Routes of administration
Intravenous
Directions
Your healthcare provider will decide on the right treatment plan for you. A healthcare professional will administer Riximyo intravenous infusion. Your healthcare provider may also give you medications prior to your infusion to help manage side effects.
Talk to your healthcare provider if you have any questions or concerns.
Ingredients
The active ingredient in Riximyo is rituximab.
Contraindications
Patients with any of the following should not receive Riximyo infusion:
- An allergy to any of the ingredients in Riximyo
- Active infections that are severe
- A weak immune system
- Severe heart failure or heart disease (when used for rheumatoid arthritis, granulomatosis with polyangiitis, microscopic polyangiitis, and pemphigus vulgaris)
Cautions
- Before you begin Riximyo treatment, talk to your healthcare provider about:
- All the prescription and over-the-counter medications you take
- Your allergies
- Your current health problems and past medical history
- Your pregnancy or breastfeeding status
- Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy can rarely occur.
- Infusion-related reactions that may become severe or fatal can occur.
- Hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis, can occur.
- Heart problems can occur.
- Abnormal blood cell counts can occur.
- Infections can occur, including hepatitis B reactivation.
- Live vaccines are not recommended while being treated with Riximyo.
Side Effects
Infections, abnormal blood cell counts, infusion-related reactions, nausea, itching, rash, hair loss, fever, chills, weakness, and headache are common side effects associated with Riximyo. However, other side effects may also occur. Immediately inform your healthcare provider of side effects that bother you or won’t go away.
Ask your healthcare provider about Riximyo.
Reference:
Riximyo. European Medicines Agency; 2022.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.Product Code : 14444
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