Question 1

can i get the flu shot if i'm on humira (adalimumab)?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Inactivated or subunit vaccines are not contraindicated in people on this type of medicine.  The live attenuated FluMist vaccine should not be given.

Question 2

can you get a swine flu shot while you are taking humira (adalimumab)?

Accepted Answer

It depends: Humira (adalimumab) & other anti-tnf therapies have been associated with an increased risk for developing infection. It is recommended that all patients be up to date with all immunizations prior to beginning Humira (adalimumab) or other anti-tnf therapies. All flu vaccines except the live flu vaccine are safe to receive during Humira (adalimumab) treatment. For 2011 the swine (h1n1) vaccine is included in the general influenza vaccine.

Question 3

i am on humira (adalimumab) and just found out that the flu mist vaccine is being given at my school where i teach in a wk. can i be around that?

Accepted Answer

Probably OK: Since the live virus is an attenuated virus (rendered less pathogenic), you should be ok.

Question 4

bad headache, chills, stuffy nose, tender neck lymph nodes, fatigued, mild sore throat, body aches. no fever. could i have the flu? 32/f on humira (adalimumab)

Accepted Answer

Yes most likely: you should see  the MD who prescribed the Humira (adalimumab)

Question 5

hoy to cure my flu?

Accepted Answer

Flu care: If you have the flu hydrate well w water, herbal teas, soup or juice. Drink sufficiently to have pale to light yellow urine. You can use pain relievers like tylenol (acetaminophen) or nsaid’s. Rest a lot! in some situations antiviral medications (tamiflu, relenza, flumadine) may be prescribed within the first couple of days of symptoms to hasten healing or they can be used after flu exposure to prevent illness.

Question 6

how to control flu?

Accepted Answer

Washing hand, mask: Influenza is transmitted by droplets.  Careful hand washing and wearing a mask if coughing can help reduce the spread.

Question 7

i hace a severe flu ?

Accepted Answer

Tough Flu Season: This has been a tough Influenza season.  The vaccine wasn't a great match to what has been circulating.  Additionally Influenza-A was prevalent early in the season, and now Influenza-B is becoming more common!

See a doctor soon (in 48 hours or less) if you have severe symptoms.

Question 8

i have flu i am sick?

Accepted Answer

Well ...: If you have the influenza virus, then you are sick for now. Hope that helps.

Question 9

what are symptoms of flu?

Accepted Answer

Influenza symptoms: Seasonal flu (influenza) symptoms include some of the following:  fever with or without feeling chills; cough, sore throat, runny nose,  stuffy nose, muscle aches, body aches, headaches, fatigue (tiredness). Sick children sometimes also have some vomiting or diarrhea. Usually, a sick person will be out of school or work for about a week, so it is better to get vaccinated to avoid the sickness.

Question 10

are there any flu remedies?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Flu is a viral infection  and usually takes about  5 days after infection though had lingered upto 2 weeks in few. Prescription medication within the first 48 hours of symptoms appearing had decreased the severity of symptoms otherwise symptomatic treatment is adviced. Best is for prevention by way of vaccination annually to the kids, elderly, immune deficiencies and healthcare givers and workers.

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I am on humira (adalimumab) and just found out that the flu mist vaccine is being given at my school where i teach in a wk. can i be around that?

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Bad headache, chills, stuffy nose, tender neck lymph nodes, fatigued, mild sore throat, body aches. no fever. could i have the flu? 32/f on humira (adalimumab)

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