Nervous System Challenges
This side effects is rare. However, patients using Actemra can develop multiple sclerosis. There are still debates in the medical field about the certainties of the effect of Actemra on nervous system.
Most popular side effects of Actemra are; headache, hypertension, injection site reactions and upper respiratory tract infections (common cold, sinus infections).
These side effects can be avoided if patients share adequate information with doctors about their health before prescribing Actemra. Patients should tell doctors if they have any infection, had surgery in the past, liver problems, stomach pain and any previous reaction to Actemra.