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Rixilta 500 Injection Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

RITUXIMAB-500MG

Uses:

Non-Hodgkin’s disease, rheumatoid arthritis, chronic lymphocytic leukaemia, granulomatosis, pemphigus vulgaris

Medicinal Benefits:

Rixilta 500 Injection contains Rituximab, which belongs to the class of monoclonal antibodies. It works by inhibiting the DNA and RNA transcription that is essential for cancer cell growth. This helps prevent the growth and further spread of cancerous or non-cancerous cells. On the other hand, Rixilta 500 Injection works by interfering with the immune system process that causes inflammation in the joint tissues. Thus, it reduces pain and inflammation and prevents joint damage and disease progression over time.

FAQs

Rixilta 500 Injection contains Rituximab, which works by inhibiting the DNA and RNA transcription that is essential for cancer cell growth.

Rixilta 500 Injection may cause bowel obstruction and perforation, reactivation of Hepatitis B infection, Cardiac arrhythmias, tumour lysis syndrome, and angina in some patients. Hence, inform your oncologist about your complete medical history, including current medication, to rule out any side effects/interactions.