copaxone help

Thank you. I stoped the dmd because it does crap and causes cancer. I just stopped it. I didn't realize copaxone causes cancer. The neuro does nothing to help treat my pain or other issues. Does anyone know of a neuro in norther ca. that is good really good. Not a jerk doc.

I was on Copaxone for 4 years and it was not effective . During that time I had many major flare ups and suffered per permanent mobility damage. 2 years ago I switched to Gilenya plus a steroid infusion routine and I have been doing great! No flare ups at all. I have felt well the entire time I was on Gilenya. Unfortunately my latest blood test just came back. The results showed my liver enzymes rose off the charts. My neuro had me stop talking the Gilenya immediately.

In Feb 08 I began taking Copaxone for MS. Shortly after I began using Copaxone, the right side of my tongue went numb. I initially stopped taking the Copaxone to see if it would resolve itself. It didn't and I continued with the Copaxone. The right side of my tongue is still numb, the numbness on the right side of my mouth has resolved mostly but now I have the most horribly dry mouth. I have tried everything--even so much as sucking on a mouth full of vinegar.

What is the best way to get help paying for copaxone or is there a generic version that is less expensive? I was hoping to start taking it soon, but Im afraid I can't afford it. Also, has anyone taken the new oral version? Is it less expensive? I was advised not to use it but I certainly will if I can afford it. Plus, what are the other benefits of using copaxone othr than slowing down the formation of new lesions. Will I get my energy back? Will my concentration get better?

The patient support program, Shared Solutions, can help you determine if your insurance plan covers Copaxone. The website states: If you do not have insurance or if you need help paying for Copaxone, Shared Solutions can refer you to other financial assistance programs. To speak with someone at Shared Solutions, call 1-800-887-8100.

IVSM (IV solumedrol) and Copaxone work in different ways. Steroids suppress the immune system. Copaxone is an immunomodulator - it changes a specific part of the way your immune system works to help decrease MS relapses without increasing vulnerability to other infections or disease. You should be fine starting the Copaxone while still on IVSM. For most people, Copaxone actually has very few side effects.

I have been on Copaxone a month. I would wait until the nurse comes to start. You practice on a rubber thing injecting. It can be a little shakey and overwhelming at first. I had a hard time pulling the trigger the first few times. You might want reward yourself. I eat a piece of chocolate after wards. Everyone is different that is why they can't predict reactions. The reactions are because your body recognizes the drug as alien.

I was reading the question that were posted about copaxone and I am currently on my husband insurance and my copay is $40.00 a month but they pay $5.00 and I only pay $35.00 a month. Well my situation is changing and I really need to find a way to pay for this medicine. I check with my insurance on my job and it will not cover this medicine. I need help. I read this other lady post and she said they told her she didnt qualify, that is what I am afraid of.

I was determined to give it my best effort to help my body fight MS. I tried solutions suggested by Copaxone users on this forum and tricks I learned at pharmaceutical sponsored seminars. Some worked for me (the witch hazel trick and a Cortizone-10 roll-on). Others didn't. As I worked on techniques to discover what helped me, I found that it felt better just to have my focus on what was working rather than how much I was reacting.

I have only been on Copaxone for a couple months. Does anyone else have hair loss? I had very thick hair and now it is thinning, I am pulling out several handfuls a day. My hairdresser was shocked at how thin it has gotten. I had heard this could be a side effect of the Copaxone. I am hoping it is temporary!

Did they tell you that you had optic neuritis? That was my first flair as far as we know. I've had it 3 or 4 times. I don't remember. I went on prednisone a few times and it worked every times. Lately, for the past few months off and on, I've been having jumpy vision. It gives me pretty bad migraines. I get migraines very easily so I'm on daily meds for that as well. It seems to work well but it doesn't stop the things that trigger my migraines.

Hello, I am sorry that I am saying this, I was pre-diagnosed with ms that was recently confirmed not ms. I am sorry that I had the news that most of you reading this will not hear. However I had accepted the diagnosis and was prepared,to move forward with my newly found life. And as a result almost a year of injection copaxone treatment ms that I don't know what to do with. I hate to throw it away but am not sure if I have another choice. Does anyone know of any other options?

I wish I could help, but I'm not on Copaxone. It's the weekend, and a little slow around here. Hang in there, and I'm sure others will pipe in with good advise!

Well, I started copaxone again today. I hope it works well. The shot isn't too terrible which is good. And thank God, no huge welts. So here's hoping I can continue for quite a while on this stuff.

I have never heard of this side effect from copaxone and not sure how it could effect your cycle. Anyway, I had a hysterectomy way back when so I couldn't have this symptom regardless. Sorry.

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

Hi all! Its been awhile. I hope all is well with everyone. Yesterday I started copaxone. I've had 2 injections. One each arm. Since then when I wash my hands I have this burning sensation when the water hits them. Has anyone else experienced this? Is it the copaxone or just a new symptom/flare with the ms? Thanks in advance for the comments!

I was diagnosed with MS about 5 years ago and have been on copaxone for almost all that time. Could the Copaxone be causing my platelets to drop? 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?

Anyone on Copaxone? Anyone having problems with it? Blood counts up or down?

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