Is this normal side effects for imuran?

[puremarc]

ok ive just started imuran, its for ulcerative colitis not crohns, they are very similar anyhow.

ive been on it for about 9 days now, first week i was on 50mg and i realised on day 2 i was already feeling it, i do martial arts and normally im fine and have no trouble doing the exercises. i realised i couldn't do much my muscles would shake as if ive just done a massive workout i was struggling with in 30min of the training normally i have no problem. the next day i was soo sore i couldnt believe it. it never happens. i also feel very tired and i dont have much muscle strength to what i normally have. on day 7 i started on 75g and im starting to feel more tired. i have martial arts again tonight and am worrying.

all i want to know is decrease muscle strength and endurance a normal thing and does it happen often? i also have a sore throat and neck

 

[puremarc]

i also want to know will i get my strength back soon if i continue the medication

 

[Jim (POPS)]

I have been on Imuran for about 2 months now. At first I had some nausea and joint pain. As time has gone on i feel a bit better. I hope everything gets better for you.

 

[kh216]

Imuran is an immunosuppressant and it can make you more susceptible to colds and viruses. It is possible that you are starting a cold or a virus, as you say you have a sore throat and feel very tired. If you get a fevery, please see your primary care physician and get a strep test to make sure you don't have a strep throat. In the meantime, listen to your body and get more rest.

 

[Jennifer]

"Unusual tiredness or weakness" http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/drug-information/DR601561/DSECTION=side-effects

It is listed as a common side effect but many side effects tend to go away after some time. If it continues to be bothersome then contact your GI. Keep us posted on how you're doing.