The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.
Common Side Effects
- Nose and throat infection (11%)
- Injection-site reaction (10%)
- Upper respiratory tract infection (7%)
- Runny nose (5%)
Please note: Side effects listed were reported by people who took [[EDITOR|DRUG_DISPLAY_NAME]] for certain types of periodic fever syndromes (TRAPS, HIDS/MKD, and FMF).
Less Common Side Effects
- Stomach infection
- Sore throat
Ilaris serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Serious infections: fever, difficulty breathing, cough, weakness, sweating, chills, diarrhea, stomach pain, burning when you urinate, urinating more frequently
- Serious allergic reactions: hives, rash, blisters, skin reddening, swelling of the lips or tongue, difficulty breathing
Source: DailyMed
The following Ilaris side effects have also been reported
Along with its needed effects, a medicine 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 or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
More common
Body aches or pain
chills
dryness or soreness of the throat
headache
hoarseness
joint pain
loss of appetite
muscle aches and pains
shivering
stomach pain
stuffy or runny nose
sweating
tender, swollen glands in the neck
tightness in the chest
trouble breathing or swallowing
trouble sleeping
unusual tiredness or weakness
voice changes
vomiting
Incidence not known
lightheadedness or dizziness
skin rash, itching
swelling of the face, tongue, and throat
Some side effects 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
feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings
increased weight
muscle or bone pain
sensation of spinning
weakness
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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