Re: First Remicade infusion

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Hi Ruth,

I am so glad you will be getting the Remicade! I will keep you in my

thoughts and well wishes that it works for you.

I have only had 2 infusions so far and will get my 3rd one on May 22nd.

As you know, medicine affects everyone differently, but here is how my

first one went!

Mine took a total of 3 1/2 hours from beginning to end.....including

setup (or prep) time. I was told to eat a good meal before the

infusion and I did. When I was done, I was a little groggy but felt

good. However, Tracie had told me NOT to go shopping or etc because I

would regret it later..... the " feeling good " is really false energy.

So.....my hubby took me out for lunch and we came straight home, which

is an hour and a half drive. I slept all the way home, went to bed

when I got home and slept all night. Slept most of the next 2 days

and the 3rd day I went to church and then came home and slept all

afternoon. After that, I was ok....

My second infusion was just the opposite! I could not sleep at all!

I was up for 2 days straight without any sleep. I did develop a rash

also but it only lasted a couple of days. I was fortunate in the

fact that they gave me meds for my allergies and my stomach problems.

I have a lot of allergies and they gave me meds both times.

And.....I have a lot of stomach problems.

I hope all goes well for you and I will be thinking of you. Just

relax and let it happen...........

Lots of hugs,

Darlene

NS Co-Owner/Moderator

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> Hi Everyone,

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> Happy Mother's Day to all the ladies!

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> I have been trying to look at past messages about how I should expect to

> feel after my first Remicade infusion. I have my first one on Weds.

> If any one has the time to tell me what their experiences was I 'd

> appreciate it. Should I eat before I go? Will I need to come

> straight home? Can I drive? I am sure I read this before, but my

> brain is so foggy that I can't rememeber what was said.

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> Thanks so much

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> Ruth

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