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Medicine use in transplant recipients
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Side effects
Antirejection medicines
Azathioprine
Basiliximab
Belatacept
Cyclosporine
Muromonab-CD3
Mycophenolic acid
Mycophenolate mofetil
Prednisone
Sirolimus
Tacrolimus
Serious side effects
Things to avoid while on antirejection medicines
Side effects
Antirejection medicines
Azathioprine
Basiliximab
Belatacept
Cyclosporine
Muromonab-CD3
Mycophenolic acid
Mycophenolate mofetil
Prednisone
Sirolimus
Tacrolimus
Serious side effects
Things to avoid while on antirejection medicines
Belatacept
Belatacept works by decreasing the activity of the immune system to prevent it from attacking the transplanted organ. This medicine is typically used with others after a kidney transplant. Belatacept is given as a shot by a healthcare professional.
Common side effects of belatacept include constipation, feeling very tired, fast heartbeat, headache, muscle weakness, changes in skin color, and swelling of the hands, feet, ankles or lower legs. Contact your healthcare professional if these symptoms become severe.
