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What is Rituxan?

Generic Name: rituximab (ri TUX i mab)
Brand Names: Rituxan

Rituxan (rituximab) is an intravenous (IV) infusion that is a cancer prescription medicine that interferes with the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body.

Uses of Rituxan:

It is a prescription medicine used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat the following conditions:

• non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma
• chronic lymphocytic leukemia in adults.
• rheumatoid arthritis in adults;
• granulomatosis with polyangiitis.
• microscopic polyangiitis
• pemphigus Vulgaris in Adults.

Side effects of Rituxan:

• Nausea.
• Vomiting.
• Headache.
• Dizziness.
• Joint/muscle pain.
• Weakness.
• Flushing.

Consult your doctor immediately if any side effects occur, worsen, persist or any serious side effects occur.

Precautions

• Make sure you are not allergic to Rituxan (rituximab).
• Tell your doctor about your medical history.
• Before going under surgery tell your doctor about the medication.
• Before any vaccination, discuss with your doctor about your medication.
• In pregnancy, Rituxan (rituximab) is not allowed.
• Breastfeeding not allowed.