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Oprelvekin [Interleukin-11 - recombinant, rIL-11]

Common Side Effects

Check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:

  • red eyes
  • weakness
Less common

Check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:

  • numbness or tingling of hands or feet
  • skin discoloration
  • skin rash at place of injection

Always Notify Doctor

More common
  • Fast heartbeat
  • irregular heartbeat
  • shortness of breath
  • sore mouth or tongue
  • swelling of feet or lower legs
  • white patches in mouth and/or on tongue
Less Common
  • Bloody eye
  • blurred vision
  • severe redness and peeling of skin

Effects Doctor Will Check

More Common
  • Heart rhythm problems

Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor. This information is meant only as a guideline - always consult a physician or pharmacist for complete information about prescription medications.

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