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Posted 5/27/2014 3:34 AM (GMT 0)
Ok so I have asked before who has had the rituxan infusions. I have had my first round and will be going back on thursday for the second half. I have been better but still a long ways off from feeling half way normal. Anyone that has had this before please tell me how long it took to start feeling better. I'm getting discouraged and I know that's not good.
Thanks for any help
Peggy.
Posted 5/28/2014 1:38 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Peggy, look up the half life of rituxan, my infusion specialist said it often takes 2-6 months for new meds to fully build up in your system, so don't get discouraged yet.
I personally know nothing about rituxan but remember orencia to be very slow to build up about 5 months, whereas humira was 2 months, so they all vary.
goodluck, golitho
Posted 5/29/2014 1:41 AM (GMT 0)
golitho thanks for your encouragement... Im trying my best to be more positive as I know that is the key to getting better. Today was a good day. Worked 8 hours and have only been able to work 4 hours and not everyday either... tomorrow is my second infusion so Im looking forward to it.
Hugs
Peggy
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