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Dinutuximab - Injection

Pronunciation: DIN-ue-TUX-i-mab

Common Brand Name(s): Unituxin

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Warning

Dinutuximab may cause certain serious side effects, including infusion reactions or nerve problems. You will be given this medication in a hospital or clinic so your doctor can monitor you for side effects and provide treatment if needed. Also, you will be prescribed medications (such as acetaminophen, antihistamines including diphenhydramine) before each dose to decrease the risk of serious side effects. Since most people have nerve pain (such as in the abdomen, arms, legs, back, joints) when receiving this medication, an opioid pain reliever is usually given before, during, and after each dose.

If you have side effects, your doctor may temporarily stop or slow down your treatment with this medication. Your doctor may also adjust other medications to help lessen side effects. Tell your doctor right away if you develop symptoms such as fever, chills, severe dizziness, swelling of the face/tongue/throat, trouble breathing, itching, rash, numbness, burning, tingling, weakness, or if you have pain that is not relieved.

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