FDA Approves Orencia (abatacept) for Children with JIA

By Christine Miller, Health Guide Monday, April 14, 2008

 

The study found that the adverse reactions in pediatric patients were similar in type and frequency to those seen in adult patients. The overall frequency of adverse events in Period A was 70 percent (36% had infections). The most common infections were upper respiratory tract infection and nasopharyngitis. Serious side effects included leukemia, chickenpox, ovarian cyst, disease flare, and joint deterioration.

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By Christine Miller, Health Guide— Last Modified: 10/03/10, First Published: 04/14/08