Remicade is a medication that affects the immune system and is prescribed for Ulcerative Colitis patients who are not responding to other medications. It is administered through an IV usually into your arm.
I have Ulcerative Colitis and have had it for 6 years. I am currently taking remicade infusions. I feel so worn out-completely exhausted after the infusions. I was wondering in there are others who feel out of breath tired after this medication. This last infusion I received 3 days ago..and the first day I slept 16 hours..I normally feel tired, but never this tired. Any… Read More »Questions about Starting Remicade Infusions
Intro: Diagnosed in December 2010 with ulcerative colitis, I have taken Flagyl and Prednisone. I am currently taking 6 Asacol HD, 2 Bentyl, 2 Loperamide, 1 Prilosec, and 2 Ferosol (Iron) everyday, plus 2 gummy vitamins. I started my first Remicade infusion Tuesday. I am on a diet my wife (Thank God for her!) found online, but I’m not sure if it is working. My… Read More »Remicade = Miracle?
For most of the last twenty years I’ve hung drywall and pulled joints. It’s helped put a roof over our heads and food on the table. I’ve taken a lot of pride in my work and the way that I relate to people on jobs of various sizes, and I’ve taken pride in my physical endurance that I pushed to the limit; at times unnecessarily.… Read More »Joy in Adversity
Background: I am a wife and mother of 2 teen boys. My Ulcerative Colitis symptoms started in 2004 while I was watching my best friend die of breast cancer. The stress of the moment took it’s toll on my body and brought the UC diagnosis front and center. My family doctor sent me to a GI who told me that I’d probably had UC for… Read More »Living Abundantly with Ulcerative Colitis
Dear Adam,Indeed, these skin manifestations can arise in patients treated with biological therapies. Although they are rare, they may in some cases, lead to cessation of therapy in patient with refractory dermatological treatment.The best I can suggest you is to see an expert dermatologist who is used to deal with these manifestations and it will help you to handle the problem.Complete cessation of biological therapy… Read More »Psoriasis and Eczema Following Remicade or Humira Use for IBD Patients