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Belimumab

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Pronounced

"be-LIM-ue-mab"

Common brand names:

Benlysta

Uses

This medication is used with other medications to treat certain types of lupus. Belimumab belongs to a class of drugs known as monoclonal antibodies. It works by decreasing the effect of a certain protein that is increased in people with active lupus. This may help decrease some of the symptoms of lupus.

How to Use This Medication

Read the Medication Guide provided by your pharmacist before you start using belimumab and each time you get a treatment. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

This medication is given by injection into a vein over 1 hour by a health care professional. It is given as directed by your doctor, usually every 2 weeks for the first 3 doses, then every 4 weeks thereafter. The dosage is based on your weight.

Your doctor may prescribe other medications for you to take before the start of your treatment to help prevent serious side effects.

This medication may cause very serious reactions during or after treatment. These reactions occur more often during the first and second treatments. Your doctor will monitor you closely. If you have a reaction, your treatment will be temporarily stopped. Tell your doctor or nurse right away if any of these effects occur: headache, slow heartbeat, muscle pain, dizziness/fainting, nausea, or rash/itching.

Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. It may help to mark your calendar with a reminder.

Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve or if it worsens.

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