Is Rituxan safe in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
No. The effects of Rituxan on a fetus are unknown and it is not considered safe for use during pregnancy. It is also not known if Rituxan passes into breast milk and so is not considered safe while breastfeeding. What are possible side effects of Rituxan? Side effects may include fever, chills, itching, skin rash, throat irritation or tightness, and cough. Other common side effects may include headache, nausea, upper respiratory tract infections and aching joints. There is a remote chance of allergic or infusion reactions to Rituxan. Reactions may be mild, such as skin rash or hives, or severe, such as breathing difficulties or shock. A severe reaction would require immediate medical treatment and could result in permanent disability or death. What are less common side effects of Rituxan? Rare but very serious side effects of Rituxan may include chest pain, abnormal heart beat, severe shortness of breath, severe skin reaction, heart failure, liver failure, kidney failure, bowel (intest
