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What are the most common adverse reactions to alirocumab?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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At recommended doses, the most common adverse reactions to alirocumab are local injection-site reactions (6.1%), upper respiratory tract signs and symptoms (2.0%), and pruritus (itching; 1.1%).

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