Ixekizumab Side Effects
For the Consumer
Applies to ixekizumab: subcutaneous solution
Side effects requiring immediate medical attention
Along with its needed effects, ixekizumab may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking ixekizumab:
More common
- Body aches or pain
- burning, dry, or itching eyes
- chills
- cough
- difficulty with breathing
- discharge or excessive tearing
- ear congestion
- fever
- headache
- hoarseness
- itching in the genital or other skin areas
- loss of voice
- lower back or side pain
- painful or difficult urination
- redness, pain, or swelling of the eye, eyelid, or inner lining of the eyelid
- runny or stuffy nose
- scaling of the skin
- sneezing
- sore mouth or tongue
- sore throat
- unusual tiredness or weakness
- white patches in the mouth or on the tongue
Less common
- Chest tightness
- diarrhea
- difficulty swallowing
- dizziness
- fast heartbeat
- general feeling of discomfort or illness
- hives, itching, skin rash
- joint pain
- loss of appetite
- muscle aches and pains
- nausea
- puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
- shivering
- sweating
- trouble sleeping
- vomiting
Rare
- Large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs
- rectal bleeding
- redness of the skin
- severe diarrhea
- severe stomach pain
Side effects not requiring immediate medical attention
Some side effects of ixekizumab may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.
Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
More common
- Bleeding, blistering, burning, coldness, discoloration of the skin, feeling of pressure, hives, infection, inflammation, itching, lumps, numbness, pain, rash, redness, scarring, soreness, stinging, swelling, tenderness, tingling, ulceration, or warmth at the injection site
For Healthcare Professionals
Applies to ixekizumab: subcutaneous solution
Dermatologic
Common (1% to 10%): Urticaria
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Angioedema[Ref]
Gastrointestinal
Common (1% to 10%): Nausea
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Oral candidiasis, inflammatory bowel disease[Ref]
Hematologic
Very common (10% or more): Neutropenia (11%)
Common (1% to 10%): Thrombocytopenia[Ref]
Immunologic
Very common (10% or more): Infections (26%), immunogenicity (22%)
Common (1% to 10%): Tinea infections, influenza
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Serious infections[Ref]
Local
Very common (10% or more): Injection site reactions (17%), erythema, pain[Ref]
Ocular
Common (1% to 10%): Conjunctivitis[Ref]
Respiratory
Very common (10% or more): Upper respiratory tract infections (including nasopharyngitis and rhinovirus infection) (14%)
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Rhinitis[Ref]
Hypersensitivity
Frequency not reported: Serious hypersensitivity reactions (e.g., anaphylaxis, angioedema, urticaria)[Ref]
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References
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2. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information." O 0
3. "Product Information. Taltz Autoinjector (ixekizumab)." Eli Lilly and Company (2016):
Further information
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.