what is rituxan given for
What to Expect With Rituxan. How Rituxan is given. RituxanÂ® (rituximab) is given as an intravenous (IV) infusion once weekly for 4 weeks. An IV infusion is given to you through a needle that's placed in a vein. Infusion reactions with Rituxan may include fever, chills and shakes, itching, and coughing.