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Hives with Humira?

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kimmyr
kimmyr

I have been on HUmira for a little over a year.  My last dose was 2 weeks ago.  Saturday, I developed a bad case of hives all over my torso and legs.  Fast forward to today and I still have hives, but mostly on my back, arms and neck.  I talked to my rheum who said to hold this weeks dose of Humira and see how the hives respond.  I know hives can be a sign of an allergic reaction after the administration of the medicine...but has anyone developed hives almost 2 weeks out since their last injection?  Thanks for any input!  (ps. i have no new foods, detergents, soaps, etc).

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  • susan36382
    susan36382 kimmyr

    Posted

    I took penicillin and it took 12 dates of taking it before I broke out in hives. Yes hives are usually a sign of allergies. I tried Humeria for about 2 weeks and couldn’t use it anymore it burned so bad going in I would scream on the pre mixed I had the same problem with the pre mixed Enbrel. So now I mix my own Enbrel it comes in a kit it was determined it was probably the preservatives. The doctor maybe trying to research what he should give you maybe why you broke out. Hang in there and hopefully your doctor figures out what your next step is. 

     

  • hope4cure
    hope4cure kimmyr

    Posted

    Absolutely hives is a symptom of allergies. Call the dr ASAP. ask if you can take benedryl for the hives or for a prescription. I’m so sorry about this is a set back. I always believe they are for a reason. Possibly a better drug or treatment is down the pike for you. Best Wishes! 
  • sheila65847
    sheila65847 kimmyr

    Posted

    HI Kimmyr

    As suggested by the others please get it checked out by the medical professionals. We all know that Mtx is one powerful med. Extremely effective for most but odd side effects can occur. Whilst I never developed hives, I did end up with Mtx induced hepatitis. Most unpleasant, my body can't tolerate it. That's why I always stress to folks to keep up with regular blood tests. Good luck, don't ignore

  • kimmyr
    kimmyr

    Posted

    Thank you everyone.  As stated, i did talk to my rheumatologist Monday morning and that is why I am holding off on humira dose this week.  It is just frustrating if this is what it is from as I finally was getting to a place where the pain was controlled.  Crossing fingers this is not what it was, but hope4cure, I love your outlook that maybe there is something better out there!!!!  Thank you guys again for all of your help!
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