OKT3 After Lung Transplantation

Purpose

OKT3 is an immunosuppressive medicine that helps prevent organ rejection.

Dosage

Administered intravenously only.

Adults: Usually receive 5 to 10mg per day over 7 to 14 days.
Children: Usually receive 2.5 to 5 mg per day over 7 to 14 days.

When

The transplant team orders the medication and it will be administered by the nurse during your hospitalization.

Common Side Effects

Fever, chills, flu-like symptoms, shortness of breath, headache, low blood pressure, joint pain, diarrhea.