Orencia Side Effects (Cont.)

Serious Side Effects Seen With Orencia

Some side effects with Orencia, while occurring infrequently, are potentially serious and should be reported immediately to your healthcare provider immediately. These include, but are not limited to:
 
  • Any infection (even though this is the most common side effect of Orencia, you should always let your healthcare provider know about any infection that you develop while taking the drug)

 

 

  • Signs of an allergic reaction, including unexplained rash, hives, itching, and unexplained swelling.
     

Final Thoughts on Orencia Side Effects

It is possible that you may experience some or none of the Orencia side effects listed in this article. Unfortunately, there is no way for your healthcare provider to know beforehand if you will have side effects from a medicine that you have never tried. Therefore, make sure to let your healthcare provider know if you develop any side effects while taking Orencia or if something "just does not seem right." While it may not be a side effect, your healthcare provider will be able to diagnose and treat the problem.
 

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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;