Hello all. Just an update since I started Brinsupri in the beginning of October. My pulmonologist took me off of it about a week ago. I too, experienced an URI right after starting the medication (unsure whether or not it was related), but if anything, I feel like my symptoms have worsened. I feel like I was having more phlegm production, but it was lighter in color. I would not say I necessarily felt better, but did give it a try for a solid 2 months.

The primary reason why I decided to stop was because not only was I not experiencing any benefits, but I was experiencing many adverse effects. I started with severe nausea and headaches (the nausea got a little better over time), but my nose feels more runny, and I also started to notice dry/cracking skin on my palms and it developed into a red, itchy rash. I started to have spots on my palms that also looked sort of like they were peeling. I also developed red dry spots/a rash all over my face that ended up peeling and was very uncomfortable. So, for the time being, I am taking a step back but would love to continue to hear what other’s experiences are.