More than 10% of people will experience:
Other common side effects include:
As this medication reduces your body's own defense mechanisms, your body may not be as efficient at fighting infections. You may therefore be at higher risk of infection such as infections of the brain, skin, mouth, stomach and intestines, lungs and urinary tract.
You may need to have regular blood tests as instructed by your doctor to monitor for side effects and the amount of this medication in your body.
Talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse if you have any side effects. This includes any side effects not listed in this leaflet. However, do not stop taking your medicine unless you have discussed this with your doctor first.
Rare but serious side-effects include:
The symptoms of a drug allergy include one or more of the following:
If you experience any of these symptoms, you should stop your medication and see your healthcare professional immediately.
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