Just started Humira today!!!

[mharvey90]

Yay!! today was my first dose of Humira! I received the usual 4 shots to begin with. I am extremely excited because I have been waiting so long for this... I had a severe allergic reaction to my 4th infusion of Remicade a couple of months ago. My doc decided to put me on Humira but my insurance company wouldn't approve it because I have a $600 policy year limit :voodoo: But since I am a full time college student living on my own I was approved for Humira's patient assistance program and I now receive the Humira for free!!!

So my question is, those of you who are on Humira, do you remember how long it took until you started to feel better after your first dose? I remember with Remicade I felt like a new person within 2 days. That'd be nice if Humira worked just as fast! So any stories would be much appreciated!

 

[imisspopcorn]

Congratualtions! I hope it works great for you.

 

[My Butt Hurts]

YAY!! Congratulations M! Funny how excited we can get over getting 4 shots, huh?
Mine kicked in very quickly, I noticed a change starting on day 6, and it got better and better each day after that. I was feeling like I am now on Remi - near complete remission, but it was only short lived. It started quitting working after 4 1/2 months.
I hope you have great results with it!

 

[Procyon]

Good luck!! Hope you're feelin' up to snuff soon.

 

[jjmurph]

YAY~ I have not been around much lately! Life is super busy with a 6 month old and a 22 month old LOL!!
I have a severe allergic reaction to my 4th Remicade a couple of months ago as well~ AND my husband lost his job so we dont have insurance at the moment, I was also approved for their assistance program and started my shots Monday. I have been feeling pretty good. Although I have had minimal symptoms since my baby was born in April so we are hoping the Humira keeps me feeling well!
Good to know I have a Humira buddy!!! Hope you feel well soon!!!!!!!

 

[mharvey90]

Thanks guys! And JJ, that's awesome! How similar of a situation to both have reactions to remicade on the 4th infusion! I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your husbands job, i know how it is to be without insurance or have very limited coverage. My coverage is really limited because I have insurance through my college so it is a student health plan which REALLY sucks. good luck with everything though and I hope the humira does its thing for you!