Alemtuzumab (Systemic)

Brand Names : Campath

Side Effects of This Medicine

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

More common (>50%)

Black, tarry stools; blood in urine; chills; cough; diarrhea; dizziness; faintness, or light-headedness when getting up from a lying or sitting position; fever; headache; itching, hives, or rash; nausea and vomiting; pale skin; painful or difficult urination; shortness of breath; sore throat; sores, ulcers or white spots on lips or in mouth; sudden sweating; swollen glands; tightness in chest; troubled breathing, exertional; unusual bleeding or bruising; unusual tiredness or weakness; wheezing

Less common (10-50%)

Bloating or swelling of the face, hands, lower legs, and/or feet; chest pain; hoarseness; lower back or side pain; muscle weakness; palpitations; pounding, or irregular heartbeat or pulse; rapid weight gain; rash; red or purple spots on the skin, varying in size and remaining after pushing the skin surface

Rare (<10%)

Flushing of the face or neck; swelling of the eyelids, face, or lips; white patches on the tongue, in the mouth, of in folds of skin, including the genitals

Symptoms of Overdose

Chest tightness; cough; inability to urinate; shortness of breath; troubled breathing

Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome.

Less common (10-50%)

Acid or sour stomach; back pain; belching; bone pain; burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, �pins and needles�, or tingling feelings; heartburn; indigestion; lack or loss of strength; loss of appetite; muscle aches; painful cold sores or blisters on lips, nose, eyes, or genitals; sleeplessness; stomach discomfort, upset or pain; swelling or inflammation of the mouth; weight loss

Rare (<10%)

Bloody nose; constipation; general feeling of discomfort of illness; mood or mental changes; sleepiness or unusual drowsiness; stuffy nose; sensation of temperature change; tremor; unexplained nosebleeds

Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.