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Recently started infliximab does anyone know any tips.

Posted by purpledudeandcats @purpledudeandcats, Feb 8 5:58pm

Hi there
Recently started infliximab and I was wondering if any long term users had any tips on how to avoid getting sick and other helpful tips such as that.
I was recently diagnosed with ulcerative colitis.

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mllafond | @mllafond | Feb 9 9:01am

Hi, I just had my first infusion on 2/6. The nurse told me to make sure I drink a lot of water to help flush it and not feel the pain and fatigue that can sometimes come along with infusion. I did need benadryl during which zonked me out a bit so I slept most of Thursday but other than that I haven't noticed and side effects.

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purpledudeandcats | @purpledudeandcats | Feb 9 11:05am
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@mllafond

Hi, I just had my first infusion on 2/6. The nurse told me to make sure I drink a lot of water to help flush it and not feel the pain and fatigue that can sometimes come along with infusion. I did need benadryl during which zonked me out a bit so I slept most of Thursday but other than that I haven't noticed and side effects.

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Thank you for your reply,
Yeah I know what you mean by the fatigue, my legs and arms are a lot more weaker but I'm going to try and stay hydrated as I haven't been staying that hydrated due to overthinking about what I can or can't eat

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