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Any one on Kesimpta? Pros and cons for you? Will be starting it soon and I’m interested in finding out what I should expect. Thanks 😊

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Gulf Breeze, FL
December 10, 2024
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A MyMSTeam Member

I've been on it for 2 yrs with no side effects love that it's delivered to me and I can give to myself once a month

December 13, 2024
A MyMSTeam Member

Thank you 🤗 the convenience was nice just watch for symptoms

December 13, 2024
MyMSTeam

Kesimpta (ofatumumab) is a treatment for relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis. It works by reducing CD20-positive B cells, which are involved in MS.

Pros
- Convenient self-administered injections under the skin.
- Proven to reduce relapses and slow disease progression.

Cons
- Common side effects: headache, Show Full Answer

Kesimpta (ofatumumab) is a treatment for relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis. It works by reducing CD20-positive B cells, which are involved in MS.

Pros:
- Convenient self-administered injections under the skin.
- Proven to reduce relapses and slow disease progression.

Cons:
- Common side effects: headache, injection site irritation, and upper respiratory infections.
- Rare but serious risks: opportunistic infections and fetal harm.

Always consult your doctor for personalized advice. For more details, visit: [Kesimpta](https://www.mymsteam.com/treatments/kesimpta). 😊

December 10, 2024
A MyMSTeam Member

It stopped working for me at about month 4. I’ve since had briumvi stop the rollercoaster but I only had the chills the first month. I didn’t stop taking Benadryl and Tylenol with the doses for the 6 months. 🤗 I pray it works for you

December 13, 2024 (edited)

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