Question 1

what are vision problems with humira (adalimumab)?

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Not a problem: Humira (adalimumab) can cause numerous side effects.  Visual problems are not a typical side effect of this medication.

Question 2

the doctor took my husband off of humira for his as and now his problems or worse than before. is that normal?

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He needs treatment: Why was it stopped . Was it for infection or side effect?. What alternative is being offered?it is not surprising that he's having more symptoms since he's off treatment

Question 3

i started taking humira (adalimumab)  in january 2014, 40mg bi weekly, i have psoriasis arthritis. it was great. i have a problem with the insurance and i quit hum?

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What's the ?: There are alternatives for Humira (adalimumab) for your condition but the first thing would be for your doctor to request authorization which may require a peer-to-peer discussion. If still unsuccessful, consider writing to your state's insurance commissioner to file a complaint.

Question 4

im taking humir(adalimumab) beacuseof psoriasis. i used to take clonazepam sometimes to sleep because of imsomnia. im wondering if i still can take clonazepam while humira. is there a problem, is contraindicated?

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OK: OK to take with Humira. Note that this is best used as an occasional aid to sleep. If you have a chronic problem you should consult your Dr. For long term sleep therapy the best treatment is cognitive behavior therapy.

Question 5

i take lexapro (escitalopram) iron levothyroid and humira.  i itch all over my body and have hot flashes. what couldbe the pproblem? also have charly horses.

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Humira (adalimumab) has: Many potential side effects - check w/your rheumatologist. You could also be allergic to something else or anything in your environment, or it can by psychological. Further, don't take your iron and thyroid within two hours of each other, and take only brand name thyroid. Check w/your doctor.

Question 6

taking humira (adalimumab) for several months injection spot top of right thigh, also started nerve blocker started with a g.   noticed calluses on right hand.?

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Callus from friction: Calluses form when there is friction or pressure on the skin. On the palms, calluses form after activities like using a hammer for construction, using a shovel for digging, playing tennis, etc...  On the knuckles, calluses are unusual unless a person is hitting things with his fists, is crawling on his knuckles, etc... If there are calluses appearing for no reason, a doctor should examine them.

Question 7

i obtained  recenlty humira from the government . but i need a bone graft and gum implant for making a dental implant. is there a problem? i have psoriasis

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Talk w/doc &amp; dentist: It would be best for you to talk to the doc prescribing your Humira, and  he/she can work together with your dentist to decide on the safest, most effective course.  Any adjustments can be done when both are involved in your care and communicate with each other, as well as with you.

Question 8

what is humira (adalimumab) for?

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Too treat severe....: Rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis. Ankylosing spondylitis and crohn's disease.  I have used it off label in treating temporal arteritis and a few other conditions.  However, off label uses are generally not covered by insurance.

Question 9

what is humira (adalimumab) used for?

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Several things: Humira (adalimumab) is used to treat a number of autoimmune diseases including several types of arthritis, psoriasis, inflammatory bowel disease and certain types of eye inflammation.

Question 10

what is the humira (adalimumab) injection procces?

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Simple injections: The process is quite simple. Humira (adalimumab) comes in two froms: a standard pre-filled syringe or a "pen"  in both cases you allow the medication to get to room temperature for 15-20 minutes, pick the site of injection on thigh or abdomen, swab the area with alcohol and then inject. The standard syringe simply gets pushed in over a few seconds. With the pen you insert the needle then push on the plunger ta.

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I started taking humira (adalimumab) in january 2014, 40mg bi weekly, i have psoriasis arthritis. it was great. i have a problem with the insurance and i quit hum?

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Im taking humir(adalimumab) beacuseof psoriasis. i used to take clonazepam sometimes to sleep because of imsomnia. im wondering if i still can take clonazepam while humira. is there a problem, is contraindicated?

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I take lexapro (escitalopram) iron levothyroid and humira. i itch all over my body and have hot flashes. what couldbe the pproblem? also have charly horses.

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Taking humira (adalimumab) for several months injection spot top of right thigh, also started nerve blocker started with a g. noticed calluses on right hand.?

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I obtained recenlty humira from the government . but i need a bone graft and gum implant for making a dental implant. is there a problem? i have psoriasis

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What is humira (adalimumab) for?

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What is humira (adalimumab) used for?

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What is the humira (adalimumab) injection procces?

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