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It's OK to be nervous about your first infusion. It totally seems scary but you'll hopefully find it's not. I know I wasn't prepared for the nerves coupled with the amount of liquid the infusion brought, be sure you locate the restroom upon entering the infusion area not that you don't already do this, and just go with it. For your first one they keep you for a short period after the infusion. That's normal. I never watch the IV being put into my arm but if you have a good tech they will distract you while they put the IV in. It's not that it hurts, it doesn't really, but I can't watch this process. Guess I'm a wuss. The day after you are going to feel like a truck hit you but just wait. I have never felt better than 2 days after my first infusion since I didn't know I had MS. Remember a doctor thought Ritux was a med worth you trying and they would get sued if Ritux would hurt you. Ultimately, you are going to be fine. So try to enjoy. I know Ritux was the best thing for me but that and 2 bucks might get you a gallon of gas
Here are some key points about Rituxan (Rituximab) for Multiple Sclerosis that might be helpful:
Administration
- Dosage: Administered as two intravenous infusions, 15 days apart.
- Duration: Each infusion usually takes two to four hours.
- Onset: Begins taking effect about six weeks after the second infusion.
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@A MyMSTeam Member I’m only guessing, but I wonder how many other doctors think along the lines of mine in that Rituxan essentially does the same thing but has been out much longer and has a better safety profile? Using Rituxan also allows me to stay on Copaxone but I’m not sure how many others use both simultaneously.
@A MyMSTeam Member. I think you posted your personal question as an answer to someones question, thats why theres no answers.
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