Itolizumab

Information about Itolizumab

Itolizumab uses

Itolizumab is used in the treatment of psoriasis.

How itolizumab works

Itolizumab works by blocking the function of T-cell, a type of white blood which prevents inflammation.

Common side effects of itolizumab

Upper respiratory tract infection, Fever, Itching, Headache, Diarrhea, Infusion site reaction, Infection, Vomiting, Gastrointestinal inflammation, Peripheral edema, Pain, Abscess, Oral herpes, Urinary tract infection, Tooth abscess, Dehydration, Fatty liver disease, Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain, Pain in extremity, Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand), Adjustment disorders, Discomfort when urinating, Oropharyngeal pain, Skin disorder, Dermatitis exfoliative

Available Medicine for Itolizumab

  • ₹7950
    Biocon
    1 variant(s)
  • ₹29812
    Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
    1 variant(s)
  • ₹31800
    Biocon
    1 variant(s)

Expert advice for Itolizumab

  • Inform your doctor if you are have any active infection including active and/or latent (inactive) tuberculosis.
  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
  • Do not take if allergic to itolizumab or any of its ingredients.
  • Do not take if less than 18 years.


Content on this page was last updated on 28 September, 2022, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)