Does Benlysta cause weight gain?
Although weight gain is not listed as a side effect of Benlysta in the product information, a phase IV clinical study that analyzed side effect information from 14,100 people who had taken Benlysta reported weight gain as a side effect for 2.87% of them (404 people).
Weight gain is more likely in females aged 50 to 59 years who have been taking Benlysta for 1 - 6 months.
Weight gain can also be a side effect of other conditions, such as depression, and if you experience changes in your weight, you should talk with your doctor
References
Benlysta (belimumab) https://www.drugs.com/pro/benlysta.html
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What is the difference between Benlysta and Saphnelo?
Both Benlysta and Saphnelo are targeted treatments that may be used to treat systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) in addition to standard therapy. But their approved indications, recommended target age groups, and the way they work, differ. They are the only two medicines to have been approved to treat SLE since the 1950s.
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What's the difference between Lupkynis and Benlysta?
Benlysta subcutaneous or intravenous injection is approved to treat adults and children 5 years of age and older with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and active lupus nephritis (lupus-related kidney inflammation), while Lupkynis oral capsules are only approved to treat lupus nephritis in adults. Lupkynis has not yet been approved for use in children.
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Where do you inject Benlysta?
Benlysta injections given at home are injected subcutaneously (this means just under the skin) and there are 2 main areas where Benlysta can be injected:
- The stomach area (your belly) except for a 2-inch circle around your navel (belly button)
- The top and outer part of your thighs, but not your inner thighs or anywhere close to your knee.
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