Nulojix
Nulojix
NULOJIX® (belatacept) is an immunosuppressive infusion therapy used to help prevent organ rejection in adults who have received a kidney transplant. It works by selectively blocking T‑cell activation, offering a targeted approach to long‑term transplant maintenance.
Administration Information
NULOJIX is given by IV infusion on a scheduled dosing plan and is used in combination with other immunosuppressive medications. There is an initial dose phase which is followed by a maintenance dose phase. The initial dose phase begins the day of transplant (day 1) and then 4 days, 2 weeks, 4 weeks, 8 weeks and 12 weeks after the transplant. After the initial dose phase, NULOJIX will be continued every 4 weeks during the maintenance phase.
Potential Side Effects
The most common side effects of NULOJIX are:
Low red blood count (anemia)
Diarrhea
Kidney or bladder infection
Swollen legs, feet, or ankles
Constipation
High blood pressure
Fever
New kidney not working well
Cough
Nausea or vomiting
Headache
Low or high potassium in your blood
Low white blood cell count
Tell your doctor about any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away. These are not all the possible side effects of NULOJIX. For more information, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Please see Full Prescribing Information, including “What is the most important information I should know about NULOJIX?” in the Medication Guide.
Helpful Resources
What is NULOJIX?
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