Benlysta Syringe Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • An Infection

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Common Cold
  • A Migraine Headache
  • Bronchitis
  • Diarrhea
  • Difficulty Sleeping
  • Fever
  • Inflammation Of The Tissue Lining The Sinuses
  • Nausea
  • Pain In The Arms Or Legs
  • Reactions At The Site Of The Injection
  • The Flu
  • Throat Irritation
  • Urinary Tract Infection

INFREQUENT side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • Cellulitis
  • Low Levels Of White Blood Cells
  • Pneumonia

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Skin Rash
  • Anxious Feelings
  • Depression
  • Hives
  • Inflammation Of The Bladder
  • Injection Site Erythema
  • Injection Site Pain
  • Itching
  • Low Energy
  • Mood Changes
  • Viral Gastroenteritis

RARE side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Hypersensitivity Reaction To A Drug
  • A Significant Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Anaphylaxis
  • A Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Angioedema
  • Cancer Or Malignancy
  • Hematoma, A Collection Of Blood Outside Of The Blood Vessels
  • Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy, A Type Of Brain Infection
  • Slow Heartbeat
  • Suicidal Behavior
  • Suicidal Thoughts
  • Trouble Breathing

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Headache
  • Low Blood Pressure
  • Muscle Pain
  • Puffy Face From Water Retention

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