Question 1

is there any way to reduce the infection or side effects of humira (adalimumab) ? i have ra !

Accepted Answer

Not really: Remember, the risk of significant infection on Humira (adalimumab) is very low.

Question 2

does humira (adalimumab) have severe side effects?

Accepted Answer

It can: While Humira (adalimumab) is generally well tolerated, in rare cases it can have serious side effects including life threatening infections.

Question 3

are there any side effects when you stop taking humira?

Accepted Answer

: No, other than the condition being treated becoming active again if not replaced with similar drug, talk to your rheumatologist/ dermatologist about possible consequences and plans going forward.

Question 4

do you take humira (adalimumab)? what side effects have you noticed?

Accepted Answer

Biologic side  effec: Humira (adalimumab) is an anti-tumor necrosis factor monoclonal antibody. It can interfer with the activity of rheumatoid arthritis and crohn's and help patients. It does  suppress the immune protection of the body and there are a  long list  of side effects: the most common is  increased risk of infections and we  have  to monitor you for that. Most of the others  on the list can occur and we follow you.

Question 5

my doctor recomended me humira (adalimumab) for ra . what is it and what's its benefits and side effects? thank u

Accepted Answer

See details: Humira (adalimumab) is a biologic drug and works as a tnf antagonist. It is very effective in controlling the inflammation of RA and reducing the risk of joint damage. The major risk is infection with other risks including reduced blood counts, liver inflammation, neurologic disorders and lymphoma. All of these are rare and the benefits are far greater than the risks.

Question 6

what are the side effects of tnf inhibitors such as humira and enbrel (etanercept)?

Accepted Answer

See below: The important side effects that have been most extensively related to tnf blockers include: lymphoma, infections including tuberculosis, congestive heart failure, demyelinating disease, a lupus-like syndrome, induction of auto-antibodies, injection site reactions, and systemic side effects.

Question 7

is humira safe for me to go on? i am worried about getting infections and maybe cancer.  and about the long term side effects?

Accepted Answer

Do you NEED it?: All decisions to take medication, even an aspirin, weigh risks and benefits. Apart from hormone replacements and nutritional supplements, the only medicines that do not have significant side effects are the placebo treatments of charlatans. Adalimumab has enabled people crippled by arthritis, psoriasis, colitis and so forth to live normal lives. Infections recognized early can be managed.

Question 8

nervous took my humira (adalimumab) shot a week ago. my whole leg is sore. up and down hurts. is this bad? can humira (adalimumab) give you weird side effects and when do i say

Accepted Answer

Call your MD: Call your prescribing MD's office to communicate with them please. If you have redness swelling rash or severe pain I would advise being physically examined right away. Good luck.

Question 9

child has jra failed enbrel and had side effects from it so dr gave choice humira or remicade (infliximab)   which is better ? i'm confused snd do know what to do!

Accepted Answer

TNF Inhibitors: All of the medications offered to your child work in similar ways the difference is how the meds are given. Humira (adalimumab) is an injection that can be done at home every two weeks, while remicaide is an IV medication that must be done in an infusion unit or hospital. These medication have similar side effects and benefits. My advice is try the medication that is least disruptive to your lifestyle.

Question 10

i was on humira for ra. i kept getting head colds and sinus infections so i stopped taking it. what side effects should i expect?

Accepted Answer

RA worse. : First and foremost, your RA symptoms, both the joint pains and any extra-articular issues you may have, may worsen quite quickly. You need to discuss RA treatment plan B with your Rheumatologist.

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Is there any way to reduce the infection or side effects of humira (adalimumab) ? i have ra !

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Does humira (adalimumab) have severe side effects?

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Are there any side effects when you stop taking humira?

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Do you take humira (adalimumab)? what side effects have you noticed?

A member asked:

My doctor recomended me humira (adalimumab) for ra . what is it and what's its benefits and side effects? thank u

A member asked:

What are the side effects of tnf inhibitors such as humira and enbrel (etanercept)?

A member asked:

Is humira safe for me to go on? i am worried about getting infections and maybe cancer. and about the long term side effects?

A member asked:

Nervous took my humira (adalimumab) shot a week ago. my whole leg is sore. up and down hurts. is this bad? can humira (adalimumab) give you weird side effects and when do i say

A member asked:

Child has jra failed enbrel and had side effects from it so dr gave choice humira or remicade (infliximab) which is better ? i'm confused snd do know what to do!

A member asked:

I was on humira for ra. i kept getting head colds and sinus infections so i stopped taking it. what side effects should i expect?

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