Has Anyone Received The New Med Lamtrada?
Has Anyone Received The New Med Lamtrada?
Lamtrada was approved by the FDA in Nov. or Dec. 2014. It's for those that have previously been on a treatment and failed.
I'm in the extended trial. I had my first infusion in May 2009, 2nd in May 2010. Normal you have one on the third year, but I entered into the extended trial. I haven't had any relapses since. Just had a MRI and my lesions are still getting smaller! I recommend it highly!!!
It is expensive, most insurances cover it though.
I received Lemtrada 2 & 1/2 weeks ago. When I was looking into it and still I find a group on Facebook extremely helpful. Search for 'Lemtrada for MS Treatment.' There is a wealth of information on there from people all over the world.
@A MyMSTeam Member I am 3 months post and feel amazing! This is the longest I have gone without a relapse and no medication or treatment in a long time. I found the FB group very informative and supporting.
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I did 3 days first year. A little rough. He said sometimes he gives over 5 days because of dosage. Second year and every year after has been three days of 10 mls . I have had 4 treatments in 4 years. I was pretty bad when I started and this was like a hail mary for me. It has been a great drug. Little side effects so far. I do have a nodule on thyroid. I have had fewer relapses. Brain mri is showing improvement. I was lucky to enter an on going study so cost is covered right now.
I had the treatment my 5 day treatment two weeks ago ago all I, can tell you is I believe it's the Holy Grail we've all been looking for for ms
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