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A biologic drug is a product that is produced from living organisms or contain components of living organisms. Biologics include recombinant proteins, tissues, genes, allergens, cells, blood components, blood, and vaccines. Biologics are used to treat numerous disease and conditions, for example:

• Anemia
• Chronic migraine
• Hepatitis B
• Hemophilia Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) prophylaxis
• HPV prevention
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Inflammatory bowel disease

Side effects of biologics depend upon the specific biologic drug; however, common side effects may include:

• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Rash
• Itching
• High blood glucose levels
• Cough
• Constipation

Drug interactions, preparations, and pregnancy and breastfeeding information should be reviewed prior to administering these drugs.

Cancer is a disease caused by an abnormal growth of cells, also called malignancy. It is a group of 100 different diseases, and is not contagious. Cancer can be treated through chemotherapy, a treatment of drugs that destroy cancer cells.

Learn the basics about cancer including types, causes, how it spreads, symptoms and signs, stages and treatment options. Read about the common type of cancers.

Cancer fatigue is a lack of energy that is caused by cancer or cancer treatment, including chemotherapy, radiation, biological therapy, or bone marrow transplantation. Strategies to combat cancer fatigue include scheduling rest, pacing oneself, planning ahead and prioritizing work and activities, eating the right foods, exercising, and practicing proper body mechanics.

Cancer pain results from the tumor pressing on nerves or invading bones or organs. Cancer treatments like chemotherapy, radiation, or surgery can also cause pain. Over-the-counter pain relievers, prescription medications, radiation, biofeedback, and relaxation techniques are just some treatments for cancer pain.

Experts have praised certain foods for their ability to reduce cancer risks. Learn which foods and eating strategies may help reduce your risk of developing cancer.

Take this quiz to learn the causes of cancer. Get the facts about the causes, symptoms, and treatments for the world's most common cancers.

Leukemia is a type of cancer of the blood cells in which the growth and development of the blood cells are abnormal. Strictly speaking, leukemia should refer only to cancer of the white blood cells (the leukocytes) but in practice it can apply to malignancy of any cellular element in the blood or bone marrow, as in red cell leukemia (erythroleukemia).

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Monoclonal antibodies or MABs are one type of biological therapy to treat certain types of cancer and arthritis; multiple sclerosis, heart disease, lupus, inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis); psoriasis; and transplant rejection. Common side effects include:

• Vomiting
• Rash
• Itching
• High blood sugar levels (hyperglycemia)
• Cough
• Constipation

Drug interactions, dosing, preparations, and pregnancy and breastfeeding safety information should be reviewed prior to using any medication.