Side effects of Humira?

[lindy Cee]

Ive had about 5 doses of Humira (first two were loading doses) but I've started having quite bad diarrhea and stomach gurgles. Has anyone else had this? It is almost like a flare up but not quite as bad. Also still passing some mucus and blood. Became immune to Infliximab which I found really good. Any advice appreciated. Thanks.

 

[Lady Organic]

I just started Humira as well, second set of loading doses today. So far so good, already feel better, but the abbvieCare specialized humira nurse informed me that during the first 3 months, ups and downs are common under Humira and not to discourage if this occurs. It may be this phenomenon or not, but I'd inform either the nurse of GI about this if symptoms persist.

 

[lindy Cee]

Symptoms seem to have settled now but it took about 3 months for Humira to be really effective.

 

[LuckyD]

Hi guys! How has humira worked out for you so far?

I started humira about 6.5 weeks ago on January 10th. I've had some improvement since week 4 (solid BMs) but this week I'm back with the diarrhea. I'm guessing it's something I ate but who knows. I'm taking comfort in the fact that you mentioned that ups and downs are normal at the beginning.

Would love to hear how humira has worked out for you so far. I take humira for my UC along with Apriso (4 .375mg capsules/day).

 

[rabert101]

I started Humira last summer & within a couple months was feeling much better - cramps, pain & joint issues suppressed. After 9 months it seems to have stopped working, testing to see if I've developed antibodies.

 

[LuckyD]

I started Humira last summer & within a couple months was feeling much better - cramps, pain & joint issues suppressed. After 9 months it seems to have stopped working, testing to see if I've developed antibodies.

Oh no...I'm sorry to hear that. I hope you can find something that works for you. Stay positive.