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What Causes Joints Pain And Tremors After Intake Of Rituxan Dose?
Two weeks ago I had the second loading dose of Rituxan. When can we expect it to be felt? I m having a different kind of pain in my joints; more of a vice like rather than a pulling pain. Also the next day I feel like I ve been beaten in and around those joints. I ve also had shaking right after the infusion and at least once per day in either my mouth or legs. Is this the rituxan going to work on my joints in a method that will eventually come about?
Fri, 2 Feb 2024
Hi,
After a rituxan infusion, one may have certain adverse reactions or side effects, which can make you unwell. Most of these are not of serious nature and are of self limiting nature, which subside themselves without any specific treatment. It affects different people in different ways, but the more common side effects include feverish feeling, body and joint pains, muscle aches, headache and chills, nausea or vomiting etc.
These are very vague and common symptoms, which may go by themselves. However, if these symptoms do not subside within some time or they become more, then you should see your doctor regarding this and treatment done accordingly. It may be also necessary, as these symptoms may be sign of some infection or even allergic reactions which may need specific treatment.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Satnarain Bansal, General & Family Physician
After a rituxan infusion, one may have certain adverse reactions or side effects, which can make you unwell. Most of these are not of serious nature and are of self limiting nature, which subside themselves without any specific treatment. It affects different people in different ways, but the more common side effects include feverish feeling, body and joint pains, muscle aches, headache and chills, nausea or vomiting etc.
These are very vague and common symptoms, which may go by themselves. However, if these symptoms do not subside within some time or they become more, then you should see your doctor regarding this and treatment done accordingly. It may be also necessary, as these symptoms may be sign of some infection or even allergic reactions which may need specific treatment.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Satnarain Bansal, General & Family Physician
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