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Infliximab Side Effects:
stomach pain
nausea
heartburn
headache
runny nose
back pain
white patches in the mouth
vaginal itching, burning, and pain or other signs of a yeast infection
flushing
Some side effects can be serious. The following symptoms are uncommon, but if you experience any of them, call your doctor immediately:
any type of rash, including a rash on the cheeks or arms that gets worse in the sun
chest pain
swelling of the feet, ankles, stomach, or lower legs
sudden weight gain
shortness of breath
blurred vision or vision changes
weakness in arms or legs
muscle or joint pain
numbness or tingling in any part of the body
seizures
yellowing of the skin or eyes
dark colored urine
loss of appetite
pain in the upper right part of the stomach
unusual bruising or bleeding
blood in stool
pale skin
Studies have shown that people who use infliximab or similar medications may be more likely to develop lymphoma than people who do not take these medications. Patients who have autoimmune diseases are more likely to develop certain types of cancer than people who do not have these conditions. This is especially true if their disease is very active. Using this medication may increase this risk. People who have COPD may have a higher risk of developing cancer while they are using infliximab than people who do not have this condition. Talk to your doctor about the risks.
