Zenapax
· Trade Name
ZENAPAX
· Generic Name
Daclizumab
· Drug Class
Immune modulator
Immunosuppressant Medication
Modified human mouse antibody
· How It Works
Medication binds to activated lymphocyte IL-2 receptor alpha chains, inhibiting function
· Serious Side Effects
anaphylaxis
bleeding
bronchospasm
cardiac arrest
diabetes mellitus
hypersensitivity reaction
hypertension
hypotension
laryngeal edema
pulmonary edema
respiratory arrest
renal failure
renal tubular necrosis
severe or fatal infections
tachycardia
thrombosis
· Common Side Effects
abdominal bloating
abdominal pain
constipation
diarrhea
edema
fever
nausea
vomiting
tremor
headache
dizziness
oliguria
dysuria
pain
fatigue
shortness of breath
cough
skin infections
insomnia
high blood glucose
Posted on March 1, 2009
