rebif thyroid

I'm on Rebif, which is very similar to Betaseron. I hate to tell you, but after a couple of months on Rebif I lost over half my hair -- even bought a wig. After a year or so, the hair loss slowed, but even now, 3 years later, it's not nearly the same as pre-Rebif (of course, I'm 62 yrs old & would likely be experiencing thinning hair anyway). But I never actually wore the wig.

t mention heart problems, but does note that your thyroid and liver should be regularly tested. Thyroid out of whack can cause all sorts of symptoms - has yours been checked lately? The article is here - ms.about.com/od/treatments/a/rebif.

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?

Hello! I've just been diagnosed with MS and am wondering which drug is better. I've read the material for Copaxone, Rebif, Avonex, and Betaseron. I've narrowed it down to two -- Rebif or Copaxone based mainly on side effects. Which drug is the best?

thyroid issues can cause hair loss -- and Rebif can affect thyroid function. So get your TSH, free T3 & T4 bloodwork done -- every few months while on Rebif. I take Zinc & biotin (as well as vit D & fish oil) to help with hair loss.

Hi Jen, We've not met. I'm Shelly and I'm on Rebif. You'll be contacted to receive your Rebif script, and a nurse covering your area will contact you to find a time to come visit (will also make sure you received the meds - which you'll keep in the fridge). He or she will teach you and whoever else you want to learn the injection techniques. The nurse will also talk to you about your MS, the meds and possible side affects, etc.

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.

Are you taking any DMDs or other meds? I had hair loss approx 3 months after my 5 days of IV solumedrol, but also started rebif & was having thyroid issues, so hard to pinpoint cause. Hair loss lasted a couple of months, then began to gow back. In addition to my other vitamins, I'm now taking Biotin ( a B vitamin) & small dose of zinc -- they can help with the hair thing.

s good about Rebif (and the other interferons) is that risks will be monitored. i.e., liver enzymes, thyroid and blood counts. A simple blood draw before you start and then 3 months in usually does the trick. For precaution, your neuro may run them yearly after that if all seems clear. I'm on Rebif, and I'd recommend it for anyone suffering with MS. I rarely relapse and only had to pause meds once for low wbc. I've been good since then and the side affects minimize over time.

He basicly told me that I should just see my neuro again and that the rebif was probably causing all of my new symptoms! I have been on rebif for 7 months! Why would it suddenly cause malar rash, joint pain and swelling, extreme hair loss, anemia and chronic diarrhea, just to name a few. Has anyone heard of rebif causing lupus symptoms? I am still waiting for blood results from that appt. They took 8 large tubes of blood, so hopefully I will get those results soon.

I have thinning hair on Rebif -- started around 8 weeks after treatment started. It gets a little better for a while, then the hair loss revs up again. I even bought a very good wig, but have never used it (too hot!). I've never had "great" hair, but these days my ponytail is the diameter of a pencil, and doesn't seem to ever get back to it's pre-Rebif state. My neuro suggested taking Biotin & zinc supplements, which I do, but not sure it's made any difference.

Why do the warnings mention the thyroid and heart? (I am hypothyroid, hypertensive, and am having issues with arrythmias.) Will these cause a problem? 3. Can you work while taking Betaseron or Rebif? How common are the flu symptoms and how long before most people adjust?

I've been on Rebif for 6 months. My neuro prefers either Rebif (3 times per week), or Copaxone (daily). Rebif & Avonex are essentially the same med, but Rebif is 3x week with a small needle into the fatty tissue; Avonex is weekly with a looong needle into muscle. Beta is similar to Rebif (slightly different chemical composition), every-other-day injection; I think you have to mix up each shot -- but many are successful on Beta.

I have a sister with MS, also. We were both diagnosed within two years of each other. I am the oldest, but was diagnosed last. One thing to keep in mind is that you will more than likely have different MS paths. My sister has her lesions load in the brain stem and she is unable to walk. I have lesions other places and I'm able to walk around.

I've got the nurse coming out tomorrow to take me through my first Rebif injection but this morning I've woken up with cold sores covering almost my entire lower lip....is it still ok to go ahead with starting rebif or should I put it off til I'm less run down? sorry if this is a silly question but I want to get off to a good start being as I have waited so long to start a dmd!

Is anyone else on Rebif? Any pointers or tips or suggestions from people who have been on Rebif (or Betaseron or Copaxone or Avonex)? I'm a little scared to start therapy, but also excited. I'm trying to be very positive about this. Thanks!

I have MS and have been taking Rebif foe 7 years. It has worked very well. I just learned that my current drug insurance plan from Humana will not cover Rebif in 2015. What plans cover at least some of the Rebif cost? My copay with Humana was about $300 per month. Would like not to exceed this amount.

Yes, I am on rebif for 11 months and must take advil liquid gels To stave off headache fever that wakes me up!

i have posted something similar not too long ago- as my -additional- problem is recurrent major depression for more than 10 years so far.

So the ins company wont pay for Copaxone or Gilynia until my daughter first tries Rebif (i guess because its cheaper for them.) I have a concern with her being on an interferon due to the possible mental health side effects. She is already on Lexapro for anxiety and mild depression. I dont want anything adding to the issue. We have dr app tomorrow to discuss Rebif but I dont want her on it. Anyone have bad side effects with Rebif??? Any advise for me?? Thank you.

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