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Kevzara And Covid 19
I'm getting conflicting answers from my rheumatologist and my primary care doctors about taking Kevxara and getting Covid-19. My primary care doctor has told me that because I am taking Kevzara that I can't get Covid-19. On the other hand I asked my rheumatologist that very same question. Can I get Covid while on Kevzara? My rheumatologist says yes, you can still get Covid-19 while on Kevzara. So my question is, who do I believe?? I'm stunned in hearing two different answers who come from the… read more
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A myRAteam Member said:
I dont know the answer, but i got both shots. My opinion you can get the virus. Its best to be safe and get the vaccine. Than to not have it and get sick or die.
posted about 1 year ago
Kevzara
Kevzara
Has anyone taken Kevzara? Did it work ? Any side effects? My doc wants to switch me from Rituxan to Kevzara so the vaccine could have better results. Any one done this ?
Actemra?
Kevzara
Kevzara
I am also on Humira and have been on 3 other meds and I am still in pain do you think this could help me
A myRAteam Member said:
I have had RA for 35 years. By and large I recommend trying the drugs until you find one that works (usually with methotrexate). You will be much better when you find the right one. Don't give up.
posted 9 months ago
Worried
Worried
I have been injecting Kevzara until 5 weeks ago, I came off it due to side effects. In the 5 weeks of no treatment I have started to flare up. I have now been given Etanacept injections. My problem is, the advice I have been given by my helpline. I spoke to the RA nurse about my flare ups, the reply was, we would normally give you a steroid injection, but because it will lower my immune system, we are not giving them. I then asked about my Etanacept injections, which are Immuno suppressors, and… read more
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A myRAteam Member said:
Please talk with your rheumatologist about giving you a letter stating why you shouldn’t go in to work.
posted over 2 years ago
Kevzara
Kevzara
Is anyone currently taking or have been prescribed the IL-6 inhibitor biologic RA medication, Kevzara, the manufacturer is Sanofi? If so, is it working, how long did it take for you to notice that your disease seems to be getting under control, and did anyone notice any specific side effects. I'm currently taking the medication, and have 3 injections.
A myRAteam Member said:
Wow it seems like everyone who has RA are getting or have either hip or knee replacement. Do anyone think RA is the factor 🤔 of these?
posted about 1 year ago
I Would Like To Hear From Anyone Taking Orencia, Is It Making A Difference For You?
Has Anyone Out There Been On Kevzara?
Has Anyone Out There Been On Kevzara?
I just started 1st shot today. Just wondering if anyone has had side effects or how long it takes to kick in?
A myRAteam Member said:
Humira took about 3 months to start working. My levels are good but I still have pain.
posted 5 months ago
