What is Belimumab?
CATEGORY: Prescription Drugs
Belimumab is a medication used for the treatment of systemic lupus erythematosus. It works by decreasing the activity of a certain type of cell in the immune system so the body’s overall autoimmune response is lowered. It is administered through an intravenous (IV) infusion.
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How do members experience Belimumab?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Systemic lupus erythematosus | 2,518 | 134 | |
| Low white blood cell count (leukopenia) | 2 | 0 | |
| Autoimmune hemolytic anemia | 1 | 1 | |
| CNS lupus | 1 | 1 | |
| Mixed connective tissue disease | 1 | 1 |
Member evaluations
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whatdabuck
evaluated on Jul 24, 2013
- Perceived effectiveness for systemic lupus erythematosus: Slight
- Side effects: Mild
jmmkrepop
evaluated on Nov 22, 2012
- Perceived effectiveness for systemic lupus erythematosus: Major
- Side effects: None
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