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Tyenne Coupon - Tyenne 0.9ml of 162mg/0.9ml autoinjector
Tyenne
TOCILIZUMAB treats autoimmune conditions, such as arthritis. It works by slowing down an overactive immune system. It may also be used to treat severe COVID-19 in people who are hospitalized. It is a monoclonal antibody. Compare interleukin antagonists.
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What should I watch for?

Visit your care team for regular checks on your progress. Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medication. Tell your care team if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse. You may need blood work done while taking this medication.

You will be tested for tuberculosis (TB) before you start this medication. If your care team prescribes any medication for TB, you should start taking the TB medication before starting this medication. Make sure to finish the full course of TB medication.

This medication may increase your risk of getting an infection. Call your care team for advice if you get a fever, chills, sore throat, or other symptoms of a cold or flu. Do not treat yourself. Try to avoid being around people who are sick.

Talk to your care team about your risk of cancer. You may be more at risk for certain types of cancers if you take this medication.

Side Effects (Rare and Common)

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 immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

More common

Black, tarry stools

bloody or cloudy urine

blurred vision

body aches or pain

chest pain or tightness

chills

cough with or without mucus

diarrhea

difficult, burning, or painful urination

difficulty breathing

difficulty swallowing

dizziness

ear congestion

fast heartbeat

feeling of warmth

fever

frequent urge to urinate

headache

hives, itching, skin rash

loss of appetite

loss of consciousness

loss of voice

lower back or side pain

nasal congestion

nausea

nervousness

pain or tenderness around the eyes and cheekbones

painful blisters on the trunk of the body

pale skin

pounding in the ears

puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue

redness of the face, neck, arms, and occasionally, upper chest

slow or fast heartbeat

sneezing

sore throat

stomach pain

stuffy or runny nose

sudden sweating

ulcers, sores, or white spots in the mouth

unusual bleeding or bruising

unusual tiredness or weakness

Less common

Accumulation of pus

bladder pain

burning feeling in the chest or stomach

confusion

dark urine

decrease in height

difficulty moving

dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position

fast, irregular, pounding, or racing heartbeat or pulse

feeling hot

general feeling of discomfort or illness

heartburn

indigestion

itching, pain, redness, swelling, tenderness, or warmth on the skin at the injection site

joint pain

light-colored stools

muscle ache, pain, cramp, or stiffness

pain in the back, ribs, arms, legs, groin, or genitals

severe stomach pain

sharp back pain just below the ribs

shivering

stomach upset

sweating

swollen joints

swollen, painful, or tender lymph glands in the face, neck, armpit, or groin

swollen, red, or tender area of infection

tenderness in the stomach area

trouble with sleeping

unexplained runny nose or sneezing

vomiting

yellow eyes and skin

Rare

Belching

changes in skin color

coughing or spitting up blood

fainting

gaseous stomach pain

lightheadedness

neck pain

night sweats

noisy breathing

rapid, shallow breathing

recurrent fever

red, tender, or oozing skin at the wounded area

sudden high fever or low-grade fever for months

swelling of the foot or leg

weight loss

Incidence not known

Blistering, peeling, loosening of the skin

bloating

dilated neck veins

extreme tiredness or weakness

pains in the stomach, side, or abdomen, possibly radiating to the back

red skin lesions, often with a purple center

red, irritated eyes

severe stomach pain, cramping, or burning

swelling of the face, fingers, feet, or lower legs

vomiting of material that looks like coffee grounds, severe and continuous

weight gain

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

Burning, dry, or itching eyes

constipation

discharge, excessive tearing

redness, pain, or swelling of the eye, eyelid, or inner lining of the eyelid

skin rash, encrusted, scaly and oozing

swelling or inflammation of the mouth

Less common

Abnormal or decreased touch sensation

bleeding or redness and swelling of the gums

blemishes on the skin

bloody eye

chapped, red, or swollen lips

earache

feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings

irritation in the mouth

loose teeth

persistent breath odor or bad taste in your mouth

pimples

redness or swelling in the ear

scaling, redness, burning, pain, or other signs of inflammation on the lips

sensation of spinning

sore mouth or tongue

white patches in the mouth or on the tongue

Rare

Bleeding after passing stool

blindness

bloody nose

burning, numbness, tingling, or painful sensations

change in hearing

continuing ringing or buzzing or other unexplained noise in the ears

coughing or spitting up blood

decreased vision or other changes in vision

dry mouth

ear drainage

flushed, dry skin

fruit-like breath odor

hearing loss

increased hunger, thirst, urination

itching ears

uncomfortable swelling around the anus

unexplained weight loss

unsteadiness or awkwardness

weakness in the arms, hands, legs, or feet

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.