Belatacept: how to take it safely
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Reviewed by Pharm. Abeeb Junior
What it is for
Prevents rejection of a new kidney, and is used in people who cannot take other anti-rejection medicines.
How to take it
It is given by slow drip into a vein by the transplant team.
When to take it
Given on set days over the first months, then once a month, as the team plans.
Take it with
Not applicable.
What to avoid
- Tell your team if you have not had Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) exposure.
- Live vaccines.
- Strong sunlight.
Possible side effects
Diarrhoea, anaemia, headache, infections, high blood pressure.
Get help if
Confusion, changes in speech or vision, weakness, swollen glands, fever, signs of infection or reduced urine: get urgent help.
This is general information, not personal medical advice. Always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions and read the leaflet that comes with your medicine. Medicines and doses can differ between products and people.