copaxone and heart problems

hi Marizzy, and welcome to the forum. I can say that since this is your first post! I'm glad you have decided to join in the conversation. I am also a heart patient - I had a heart attack last year at the age of 53. I am fine but do remain aware of all things cardio. Have you called the Rebif hotline and talked to them about side effects? I am on copaxone and very know little about the other DMD's and their side effects, but I will look and see if I can find some answers.

If I already have pre-existing, erratic tachycardias and blood sugar issues, are there any MS modifying drugs I can take fairly safely? I am also prone to having allergies to basically everything. I know I need to select one soon, but it's very frightening with everything else I have going on.I know that some of the drugs, like Gilenya and Copaxone, can have effects on the heart.

One other problem I have had is gas and diarrhea... And I mean BAD! I also have lots of memory problems... Good luck to you and I pray Alls well!

when should you stop copaxone--- been getting awful heart rate goes very high even half hr after shot-- not right after the shot it can be minuets later feels like its goin 2 jump out-- dont want 2 stop but it can cause heart failure 4 a few i think anyone else have this- been on it a year- then this happens- thanks tick

I've been recently dx with RRMS and started on Copaxone 3 days ago...Yesterday I had 3 episodes in which I choked on my drink. This wasn't just a situation where it went down the wrong piipe but was actually choking and inhaled the liquid into my lungs. These all happened at work and really scared not only myself but also my boss and regional manager. I have also noticed an increase in the need to "clear my throat" or cough over the last couple of days but am not sick.

I have been taking Copaxone for a year now and lately have experienced small heart palpatations here and there the last week.My neuro doesn't seem to think it has anything to do with my meds!! Has anyone else on Copaxone experienced this????

ve never personally heard of specific interaction problems, usually the choices you get is to stay on Copaxone and do the IV Steroid (with or without oral taper) or stay on Copaxone and skip the Steroids if it's not a major relapse. If you are any concerns with medications please don't hesitate to bring it up with your Neuro or MS nurse who is there to provide you with MS clinical advice as well as support.. I hope that helps....

I heard that some symptoms can almost disappear when pregnant. I am also on copaxone and my neuro said to stay on it until I find out that I am pregnant. I have read that you should stop using your meds when you start trying to get pregnant. It could take a few months to get pregnant, I need some info or personnal stories Thanks everyone!!

Heather, a long time member here, had this chest tightness, could it be a heart attack, reaction this spring and her neuro immediately took her off copaxone and put her through a battery of cardio tests. She was off a dmd for three months or so if I am remembering the timing, waiting to find out if it was safe to take. If you continue to have this problem, you could always switch to a different DMD. Welcome again - I hope to see you around.

I received a brand new auto injector a month ago and I had a misfire with it on the very first use of it, a shot in the belly (the easiest one to give having easy viewing of the procedure and rarely any pain) and then on my last attempt just a few hours ago into my left hip, I had a misfire and the Copaxone sprayed all over my bathroom mirror and I even counted up to 20 on my timing and not the usual 11 count. I guess there are two possible issues here that might be the problem. #1.

There are too many side effects, plus the risk of death. I already have problems with heart racing and low blood pressure. It sounds like Gilenya is taking away from your quality of life....

//www.ehealthme.com/ds/copaxone/hallucinations,+mixed "On Aug, 31, 2013: 9,277 people reported to have side effects when taking Copaxone. Among them, 5 people (0.05%) have Hallucinations, Mixed." the most recent was one person in 2011. It would be difficult to prove hallucinations were a side effect of copaxone, based on those very small numbers. There are no withdrawal symptoms from going off copaxopne.

I carry nitroglycerin, thanks to my previous heart attack, and the neuro and I agreed if I have chest pains, I would pop a nitro and wait a few minutes. If pain continues after 5 minutes I would take another nitro. If it continues after the second nitro tab, I would then call 911. All sorts of other things can go wrong with us while we are focused on this MiSerable disease.

//www.webmd.com/drugs/drug-321-Copaxone+SubQ.aspx?drugid=321&drugname=Copaxone+SubQ&pagenumber=6 I've been having issues with my heart. And I'm not for sure what it's exactly related to just yet. I had a holter monitor last Fri for 24hrs. Just sitting doing nothing my heart rate will go up to 125bpm. Have you checked your pulse when it feels like it's pounding? If you have a blood pressure thing, you could also try to take your blood pressure at that time, too.

my husband is on copaxone and his back hurts severely. also his hands hurt and he is having asthma type reactions. also he is having dizziness and frequency in urinating. eye problems as well. please tell me if anyone else is having these disturbing things.

I was considering calling 911 when I remembered being told about this possible reaction with Copaxone. My face started burning, my heart went crazy and it felt like there was a band across my chest. Ive already told my neurologist that if I ever have a reaction like that again I'm quitting Copaxone.

I became extremely short of breath, had extreme pressure in my chest and profuse sweating and then panic. I could have sworn I was having a heart attack. It suddenly dawned on me, that this was the severe adverse reaction that "could" happen at any time during treatment with Copaxone. For most, it never happens at all. The "reaction" lasted about 15-20 minutes. I immediately called my Neurologist and Shared Solutions.

I'll start with the bad - I started back on Copaxone and it's been H*LL! When I first used Copaxone it was a breeze, not issues whatsoever. This time the pain from the injections is extreme and I have fist size bruises all over my thighs and tummy! I hate it! The good news is I went to see the Optic Neurologist this week and she is wonderful. I've never met a Doctor who takes such care to make sure I understand everything that is happening to me.

I went off the copaxone when I went into the hospital and have been off of it for almost 2 months now. How long does the copaxone stay in your system after you stop taking it? Has anyone had problems with low platelet count with MS or medicines?

ve been on Copaxone for two months and am having problems with my hair falling out too. My hair is long and thick, and I've always lost some, but this is more than usual. I'm hoping it will level off...

You are so very smart Laura. Like my friend, Immesco (spelling), I enjoy your posts and agree with everything you say! You are very informative to us newbies, we need all the help we can get :) I spoke with Shared Solutions who reported the side affect to the FDA during my call and are going to follow up in a month. I really don't want to change drugs as this is the only side affect I'm having with the Copaxone and I don't feel physically bad.

Congratulations on your first injection, almost number 2 by now. It is a pain in the kester to take a shot every day, but soon they will become old hat and will barely interfere with your day. If you do get a welt, put some ice on the area, wrapped up in a small towel and ice the area for about 10 minutes. If it's still bothering you, you can ice the area off and on, until the welt doesn't bother you.

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