BELATACEPT

Overview

Belatacept is used to help prevent organ rejection in people who have received a kidney transplant. It is used along with other medications (such as mycophenolate, corticosteroids) to allow your new organ to function normally. Belatacept belongs to a class of drugs known as immunosuppressants.  Belatacept prevents organ rejection after a kidney transplant. Limit the amount of time you spend in sunlight. Avoid using tanning beds or sunlamps. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen. Belatacept belongs to group of drugs called selective T-cell costimulation blockers. Common side effects of belatacept include low red blood cell count (anemia), diarrhea, and kidney or bladder infection.

Usage

BELATACEPT is generally used to treat: Kidney Failure, Epstein Barr Virus Mononucleosis

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: IV (Intravenous)

Precautions

  • Belatacept can affect your immune system, and may cause overproduction of certain white blood cells. This can lead to cancer, severe brain infection causing disability or death, or a viral infection causing kidney transplant failure.
  • Tell your doctor if you have ever had, a liver transplant, cytomegalovirus (CMV), or if you are scheduled to receive any vaccine.
  • It is not known whether belatacept will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
  • If you are pregnant, or you are a man and your sex partner is pregnant, your name may be listed on a pregnancy registry. This is to track the outcome of the pregnancy and to evaluate any effects of belatacept on the baby.
  • Before using belatacept, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems.
  • Do not have immunizations/vaccinations without the consent of your doctor. Avoid contact with people who have recently received live vaccines (such as flu vaccine inhaled through the nose).
  • Since this medication may increase your risk of developing skin cancer, limit your time in the sun. Avoid tanning booths and sunlamps. Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing when outdoors.
  • It is unknown if this medication passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Common Side-Effects

BELATACEPT : Joint Pain, Skin Rash, Back Pain, Bloody Or Red Colored Vomit, Drowsiness, Loss Of Appetite, Night Sweats, Fever, Weight Gain

Serious Side-Effects

BELATACEPT : Bone Infection, Coma, Febrile Convulsions, Depression, Encephalitis Lethargica, Muscle Pain, Abdomen Pain, Agitation, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Face Swelling, Arms Swelling, Hands Swelling, Legs Swelling, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Eyes Blurred Vision, Pain With Urination, Chest Pain, Chills, Confusion, Cough, Decreased Urination, Depressed Mood, Difficulty Breathing, Dizziness, Fainting, Lightheadedness, Drowsiness, Dry Mouth, Irregular Heartbeat, Fever, Head Headache, Increased Thirst, Restless Or Irritability, Body Itching, Loss Of Appetite, Lower Back Pain, Nausea, Vomit, Nervousness, Pale Skin, Weight Gain, Shortness Of Breath, Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Throat Soreness, Body Excessive Sweating, Body Bruising, Weakness (generalized), Weight Loss (unintentional), Wheezing

Disease Interactions

BELATACEPT can interfere with: Acute Liver Failure, Bacterial Infection, Tuberculosis

Technical Classification

BELATACEPT is categorized as: SELECTIVE IMMUNOSUPPRESSANTS / IMMUNOSUPPRESSIVE AGENTS / IMMUNOLOGIC AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

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