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Inclisiran
INFORMATION ABOUT INCLISIRAN
Inclisiran Uses
Inclisiran is used in the treatment of high cholesterol.
How Inclisiran works
Inclisiran turns off, or ‘silences,’ the gene PCSK9, which boosts the liver’s ability to remove harmful cholesterol from the blood.
Common side effects of Inclisiran
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), Joint pain, Urinary tract infection, Diarrhea, Bronchitis (inflammation of the airways), Pain in extremities, Breathlessness
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Written By
Dr. Sakshi Jain
MS, BDS
Reviewed By
Dr. Rajeev Sharma
MBA, MBBS
Last updated
16 Sep 2024 | 03:33 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Inclisiran
- Inform your doctor/nurse about any injection site reaction.
- Inform your doctor about any active skin disease or injury, such as sunburns, skin rashes, inflammation, or skin infections.