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Overview
Rituxy 100mg/10ml Injection belongs to the category of anticancer medicines. These medicines are primarily used to treat patients diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and chronic lymphocytic leukemia. The growth of cancer cells is uncontrollable and abnormal in the human body. It is difficult to diagnose cancer in the early stages. When diagnosed in advanced stages, only the symptoms of the disease can be reduced. Rituxy Injection is usually given in combination with another anticancer medicine as a part of combination therapy to increase the efficacy of the treatment.
Cancer Medicines, Lymphoma Cancer
Rituxy 100mg/10ml injection is a prescription-based anticancer medicine used in the treatment of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and chronic lymphocytic leukemia. It is also given to treat rheumatoid arthritis and granulomatosis with polyangiitis (inflammation of blood vessels that mainly affects the lungs and kidneys) in adults and children 2 years of age and older. The active ingredient of the Rituxy is Rituximab which belongs to the drug class of Anti-CD20 Monoclonal Antibodies. It is administered as an injection by an experienced nurse or medical professional. Rituxy Injection works by killing the cancer cells thereby reducing the tumor size. In this way, it prevents cancer cells from spreading to other parts of the body. The doctor decides the required dosage and duration of the medicine. This depends on the disease being treated and the stage of the disease. The doctor will check medical history, age, health condition, and body's response to the treatment before prescribing this medicine. Taking it in the wrong way or overdosing can cause severe side effects. It may take weeks for patients to notice the benefits of the medicine. So do not stop taking this injection until your doctor says to do so.
The human body shows undesired symptoms after taking Rituxy 100mg/10ml Injection. Usually, these side effects disappear with time as the body adjusts to the medicine. These side effects do not need special medical attention. It is advised to consult your doctor if these symptoms become unmanageable.
Some of the common side effects of Rituxy Injection are mentioned below:
Fever
Cough
Diarrhea
Hair loss
Headache
Weakness
Back pain
Sore throat
Abdominal pain
Swelling in face and body
Low level of WBC in the blood
Severe side effects:
Memory loss
Skin inflammation
Hepatitis infection
Urinary tract infection
Infection and pain at the injection site
Rituxy 100mg/10ml Injection is a prescription-based anticancer drug. It is advised to take this injection after consulting your healthcare expert. This medicine should be given intravenously by an experienced nurse or doctor. Please do not self-administer.
Rituxy 100mg/10ml Injection is an anticancer medicine that belongs to the drug class of Anti-CD20 Monoclonal Antibodies. This medicine targets the antigen CD20. That is expressed on the cell surface of B-lymphocytes. Then, this drug binds to B cells and leads to cell death. This binding inhibits the growth and proliferation of the cancer.
Alcohol
consult your doctor
The interaction of alcohol with this drug is still unknown. It is advisable not to consume alcohol while taking Rituxy 100mg/10ml Injection. It is advised to consult your doctor for further information.
Pregnancy
consult your doctor
Rituxy 100mg/10ml Injection may be considered unsafe during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor in such condition.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctor
Rituxy 100mg/10ml Injection is probably not safe if you're breastfeeding. Kindly consult your doctor.
Driving
unsafe
It is advisable not to drive or operate heavy machinery as you may feel dizzy after taking Rituxy 100mg/10ml Injection.
Kidney
safe if prescribed
Share your medical history with your healthcare expert in case of kidney disease before taking Rituxy 100mg/10ml Injection.
Liver
safe if prescribed
Inform your doctor before starting Rituxy 100mg/10ml Injection if you have liver disease to avoid any serious side effects.
It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of Rituxy 100mg/10ml Injection. In case you miss a dose, consult your doctor immediately.
Don't overdose to compensate for the missed one. Contact your doctor or any healthcare provider and seek medical attention immediately in such cases.
It is advised to use effective birth control ways and avoid pregnancy during the treatment with Rituxy Injection.
Monitor your blood sugar & pressure, Kidney & Liver function (KFT & LFT), and Heart function at proper intervals after taking Rituxy.
Skin becomes extremely sensitive after taking Rituxy Injection. It is advised to cover your skin exposed to direct sun rays and use high SPF sunscreen before going out.
It is advised to avoid taking analgesics/ antacids (medicines used to neutralize the stomach acid) while taking Rituxy Injection, as it may reduce the effectiveness of the medicine.
Keep your body hydrated as Diarrhea is one of the common side effects experienced after taking Rituxy 100mg/10ml. Consult your doctor if it doesn't stop or if blood appears in your stools.
In case you notice symptoms like blurred vision, difficulty breathing, cough & fever, and diarrhea while taking Rituxy 100mg/10ml Injection, consult your doctor immediately before these symptoms become severe.
Rituxy Injection has rituximab as its active salt, which is a type of monoclonal antibody.
Rituxy 100mg/10ml injection is prescribed by the doctor to treat multiple diseases. This includes non-Hodgkin disease, rheumatoid arthritis, chronic lymphocytic leukemia, granulomatosis, and pemphigus vulgaris.
Consult your doctor before taking Rituxy. Tell him if you are going through any heart, kidney, liver, hepatitis B, or lung disease.
Yes, taking Rituxy Injection may lower immunity and make the body prone to infection. It is advised to avoid contact with people with active infections. Consult your doctor immediately if you are seeing any symptoms of infection.
Your doctor will closely monitor the side effects, such as heart failure, hypertension, or respiratory distress while receiving Rituxy 100mg/10ml Injection.
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Venika Choudhary
Medical Content Writer @ Magicine Pharma
I hold an M.Sc. in Microbiology and have a strong academic foundation in microbial sciences and applied biotechnology. I began my career with extensive hands-on research at CSIR laboratories, focusing on fungal enzyme production, studying fungal diversity in various ecosystems, and developing bio-pesticides as sustainable alternatives to chemical pesticides. This work deepened my understanding of fungal biology, bioactive compounds, and their pharmaceutical and agricultural applications. Transitioning from research, I now work as a medical content writer, where I combine my scientific expertise with a passion for clear and reliable healthcare communication. I apply my research background to create patient-friendly, compliant content for pharmaceutical companies and healthcare platforms, ensuring science is both trustworthy and accessible. Specializing in clear, accurate, and engaging content, I help patients make informed decisions and support pharmaceutical companies in delivering trusted information. Whether writing product descriptions, crafting disease awareness articles, or composing drug information leaflets, I consistently meet regulatory standards and address audience needs, making my content an asset for healthcare brands.
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Dr. Aditya Sarin, MBBS, MD, DrNB, is a highly qualified medical oncologist with profound research and clinical expertise, currently working at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi. He is also a member of the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO), a non-profit European organization dedicated to eradicating cancer by promoting comprehensive cancer care and advancing medical oncology. He has been honored with several awards, including the International Cancer Foundation scholarship (ESMO congress, 2022) and Young Medical Oncologist of the Year (Times of India, 2024). He is well-known for his breakthrough in oncology. Dr. Sarin is passionate about converting complex health information into a concise and clear form that is understandable to everyone, aiming to create awareness and cancer care among people.