Mepolizumab is the active ingredient in the medicine commercially sold as Nucala, indicated to complement the treatment of severe eosinophilic type asthma. The laboratory responsible for this remedy is GlaxoSmithKline.
How to use
The doctor or nurse should apply 1 subcutaneous injection to the thigh, arm or belly every 4 weeks.
When not to take
This medicine should not be used by children under 12 years of age; during pregnancy or breastfeeding, and also in case of allergy to mepolizumab or to any other component of the formula.
Main adverse effects
It can lead to the onset of shingles in people who have had chicken pox or who have herpes. The most common reactions include headache and injection site reactions such as pain, redness, swelling, itching, and burning sensation; back pain and weakness. Nucala can also cause severe allergic reaction that prevents breathing, being very serious. In the event of symptoms such as sore throat or trouble breathing, you should go to the hospital immediately or call an ambulance by calling 192.
