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Currently taking gilenya now getting high ALT readings on blood work, anyone else?

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Dunedin, FL

I have taken gilenya for almost 3 years, last December my ALT liver level was high my neurologist at the time said I was dehydrated. Next blood work level dropped and dropped next time. Last 2 times level going up. My gastroenterologist had me get a liver ultrasound and it was fine. Now she talking liver biopsy. Going to speak with my neurologist and primary before I do that, as I've read gilenya can cause high readings. It is at 38 and high is 29. Has anyone else had this happen? And… read more

December 30, 2018
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A MyMSTeam Member

My liver function has fluctuated as well..but I guess still considered in normal ranges. I'm still on Gilenya. A liver biopsy sounds really extreme. Id filter off the meds first, if possible. You are wise in speaking with neuro first.

December 30, 2018 (edited)
A MyMSTeam Member

The same thing happened to me. I’ve just spent the last year on Tysabri infusion and can’t have that anymore either. Now trying ocrevus

December 30, 2018

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