Rebif liver damage

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1116556 tn?1345115906 s attractive being a pill, but still having to monitor and test for liver damage with rebif just the same - if the stats are not reducing relapse rate better than rebif why switch. The hair thinning is a bit of a vanity that I might consider compromising if there were a benefit, but ... Well, I'm just not understanding the point. Maybe there are some who are allergic to the injections that could benefit from the pill instead?
Avatar f tn hi db, I was diagnosed in 2003 and was on rebif since jan 2004. I also had problems with elevated liver function. They reduced me to a half dose and then bumped me back up to a full dose. I again had problems with elevated liver function. My neuro then decided to keep me on a 1/2 dose (my specialist felt that a 1/2 dose of rebif was roughly equivalent to a full dose of copaxone), which I have been on since late 2004.
Avatar f tn It's not really at what level is serious, Now if your levels to start out with were 4x the high limit, then your doctor would have order additional test immediately. You have an elevated level and it keeps rising and not leveling off or dropping. If this continues your doctor will do a CT scan and/or an ultrasound of your liver. There are a number of conditions that cause elevation of ALT enzymes. As simply as eating fatty foods, to all types of hepatitis.
1896537 tn?1381900009 But if you are having regular monitoring blood tests, than any issue with it affecting your liver will be detected long before any serious damage could be done. My liver enzyme count bounced right back to normal as soon as I stopped the Rebif. And know that this problem occurs in something like 3% of patients, so the risk is low. My advice, like that of others, is to give it time. Five shots is only five shots. No wonder you're not there yet. We are adaptable creatures.
198419 tn?1360242356 The prescribing information includes a boxed warning related to the potential for liver damage in persons taking Aubagio. There is also a warning that Aubagio is not indicated for women who are pregnant or women with childbearing potential who are not using reliable contraception. The prescribing information also contains information on how to clear Aubagio from the system in case that is required.
Avatar f tn I've just started Rebif. I'm taking it because I need to try to halt the progression of the disease. I've been Dx'd for 23 years, and don't know whether it's remitting/progressive or secondary/progressive now. I do, however, love a glass or two of wine at night. I realize that ultimately Rebif has a problem with increasing the ensymes in your liver, but a little can't be that bad. Are there immediate bad side effects initially?
Avatar f tn I think I can handle flu-like symptoms, but I what about possible liver damage (I only have one liver!), heart problems, skin damage, drop in white blood cells (I'm pretty sure that I need those!), throat constriction, etc. It seems like a majority of people are on Copaxone, but I hate the idea of DAILY injections. Some of the meds are only once a week or three-times a day which sounds more manageable. Is anyone on here on Gilenya? Any feed back that you could share?
1508160 tn?1289920302 Ive not had liver problems on Rebif but did have low WBC counts once - took a break from it and then all returned to normal after re-starting.
Avatar f tn I recall my neuro saying it took just a few days. Rebif if was my first DMD and it elevated my liver enzymes. I started and stopped it twice, and both times I stopped my shots, my liver enzymes returned to normal within a few days. I ceased treatment and immediately started Copaxone, no waiting period for the purpose of starting a different DMD.
Avatar n tn I was misdiagnosed with MS in 2007. I took the Rebif injections until the first part of 2011. I have heard a lot of talk that Rebif could possibly cause cancer. Now I had an abnormal mammogram. There is no cancer in any of my family. Is it possible that Rebif could cause breast cancer?
Avatar f tn Anyway it just dawned on me tonight that my neuro used to check me every 6 months for hgb, liver function wbc but over the years stopped. Could my anemia be caused by rebif? If so does that necessitate stopping it?
Avatar f tn My neurologist recommended Copaxone or Rebif. I have choosen Rebif mainly because apparently I have an active lesion in my neck and he said that Rebif has been shown to be quicker in "healing" the lesion. I have read about Rebif and and its side effects and starting to get really nervous. Any comments, pro or cons?
1196859 tn?1266134938 I have been on both Rebif and Copaxone. I was on Rebif for about 5 years, and I have been on Copaxone for two. I didn't have any problems with the Rebif except for the high liver functions. That is why I am on Copaxone. I think there is no difference in the injection pain. They both were very minimal. My worst pain was in my arms for some reason. The daily injections aren't bad, especially since you don't get sick.
Avatar f tn I'm doing ok on the rebif, thanks for asking. Been on it for 8 months now. Still having some mild side effects, like headaches, but a couple tylenol extra strenth takes care of it most days. For the first 6 months I got a blood test every month to check my liver, no problems, so now I just get tested every 6 months. I'm heading down to UBC at the end of the month for an MRI, so I'll find out how my lesion are doing.
382218 tn?1341181487 Some of you may recall my post in the last week or so regarding my recent neuro appt and my problems with Rebif and liver enzymes. I sought your advice on Novantrone, as my neuro had stated that this would be the next course of action, if Rebif is unsuccessful for me after a further period of labs and re-introduction to the med.
1896537 tn?1381900009 I know if you're on Rebif they can try to readjust your depression meds. If that doesn't work, they can try keeping you on the 22mcg instead of the 44mcg because there are less side effects at the lower dose. The only bad thing is you're on getting the full dose, so it might not be as effective. Right now I am not on anything. The reason being is I'm having major surgery at the end of the month. Once I'm 100% healed I will go on something. What, I don't know.
387113 tn?1313512083 I'm still in limbo land so I have no med advice, but just wanted to say that I'm glad that you finally got an answer. I'm sorry it is MS but at least now you know for certain and can get on with the DMDs. You know that everyone here will jump in to help inform you on the meds so you can make a good decision for yourself. So are you okay now knowing for sure what it is?
Avatar f tn I am so scared I have caused damage to my liver. After I get off of these will it repair itself or am I in trouble. The only syntom I have right now is welling in my akiles and feet. But i have taken fluid pills for the fluid for yrs before I started taken lorcet.
Avatar m tn Yep, copaxone does seem the safest. It was my drug of choice but I was unlucky as I reacted badly to the glatimer acetate (think that's the correct spelling1) I think that's quite rare though. Just to point out though, the drugs don't ALWAYS damage your body. well, at least I hope they don't anyway as I'm about to start on rebif!
439253 tn?1240835565 Hello. I was on Copaxone for 2 years. While on it I experienced several flair ups, so it's time to try something else. We decided on Rebif. Can any Rebif users out there give me any input on your experiences or helpful hints. I'm pretty nervous about the side effects but I am going in with a positive attitude. Thanks for the help.
Avatar n tn Rebif can cause flu-like symptoms - are you currently running a fever? How long have you felt sick? Of course, it's very important to talk to your regular doctor about any symptoms. It may not be the Rebif that's causing your vomiting and shortness of breath. A month or so ago, I had serious pain in my right leg. I thought it was an escalation of my spasticity - turned out it was a blood clot! I waited three weeks before seeking treatment.
Avatar m tn The recommended dose of paracetamol for a single adult is two standard 500 mg tablets. Researches have reported that the threshold for liver damage to start from a single paracetamol overdose is 15 gms (30 tablets). However liver damage could start to occur at a single overdose of 24 standard tablets or 150 mg/kg body weight, (whichever is the smaller).
Avatar f tn (Former drug user) what are the chances I already have liver damage??? I go in the morning for a liver scan to check and I am nervous to know!!!