Remicade or Infliximab is a form of medication that may be used to treat many types of arthritis, bowel disease and chronic plaque psoriasis. With all of these medical conditions, the immune system of your body attacks tissues which are healthy. Remicade works to inhibit the actions of tumor necrosis factor alpha which is a natural substance of the body and is involved in all of these conditions. The medication is designed to reduce swelling and inflammation while also weakening your immune system in order to slow or stop damage to the body caused by the disease. Before taking this medication, you need to discuss both the benefits and Remicade Side Effects so you know what to expect from your medication.

When considering the following Remicade Side Effects, you need to remember that your physician has determined that this is the best medication for you. Many don’t have any side effects either. If you do experience any Remicade Side Effects, you will need to base your response on the severity of the effects. Stomach pain, headache and nausea are all common. These are normal. If they worsen over time or persist, let the doctor know right away.

Serious Remicade Side Effects that you need to be aware of are pain and swelling at the injection site, swelling of the feet and ankles or vision changes. Joint and muscle pain, easy bruising or bleeding and seizures also need to be reported to your medical professional immediately. The same is true if you find that you are confused, have a numbness of the arms or legs or chest pain. Report any muscle weakness, butterfly shaped facial rashes, shortness of breath or irregular heartbeats. This may be a fast heartbeat, a slow one or a change in the regular rhythm. Pain, redness and swelling of the arms of the legs is another side effect to be reported.

If you develop any signs of infection, you may be experiencing Remicade Side Effects. Fever, persistent sore throat and painful or frequent urination are just a few that you need to look for. Night sweats, chills, unusual vaginal discharge and oral thrush have also been reported along with a persistent cough and difficult breathing. Contact your doctor immediately so you can receive the treatment you need and determine if this is related to the medication or a sign of something else.