ZESTMAB 100MG INJECTION

Zestmab 100mg injection is a source of the active ingredient of rituximab. It is used to treat various diseases in adults. It can be taken on its own or in combination with other medicines to treat non-hodgkin’s Lymphoma (cancer which affects B-lymphocytes, which are white blood cells) and chronic lymphocytic Leukemia (the most frequent form of cancer that targets B-cells). It can also treat moderate-to-severe arthritis (an illness in which the immune system attacks leukapheresis cells in their joint) combined with methotrexate in adults. Other indications include granulomatosis and polyangiitis, also known as microscopic polyangiitis (inflammation of blood vessels which predominantly affects the lungs and kidneys) for children and adults aged two years or older. It can also treat moderate to severe pemphigus vulgaris (an auto-immune condition that can cause painful pimples on the skin and the lining of the mouth, nose, throat and genitals.
Zestmab 100mg injection is in the class of medicines known as monoclonal anti-CD20 antibodies. Don’t take this medication if you are allergic to rituximab or any other components of this medication or if you suffer from a weak immune system or are suffering from any active severe disease. Inform your doctor if you suffer from heart disease, failure, or breathing issues before starting the treatment. Discuss with your doctor if you’ve ever suffered any hepatitis B infection since the infection can recur in some cases and may be severe in some cases. The use of breastfeeding and pregnant women is not advised when using this injectable.
The most common adverse effects of Zestmab100mg injection are blood infections and red blood cells, a decrease in dizziness, and swelling of the body, face, and skin. Itchy face, diarrhoea, more significant sweating and high or low blood pressure. Make sure you are using effective contraceptives during treatment and for 12 months following the last dose if you do become pregnant. This medication can cause severe reactions to an infusion within 24 hours of administration. Inform your doctor or health professional if you have any infusion reactions, like increased blood pressure or chest pain, headache or breathing issues, nausea, or skin rashes. You may also experience throat swelling.