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Originally Posted by NurseNancy
it is always a big relief to have correct answers and be diagnosed for sure.
at least now you can work with your dr on a plan of care. it sounds like you have made good decisions.
i hope the plan goes smoothly for you. i have never heard of that drug. can you tell me something about it?
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Extavia is an interferon that is injected every other day. The dose begins with 0.25ml then increases by 0.25ml every 2 wks until the completed titrated dose
of 1 ml. It is a subcutaneous injection that is rotated in 24 injection sites on the body. It can cause flu-like symptoms, I will have my IBU on hand. My neuro suggests Aleve but I don't tolerate Aleve well.
I must try Extavia and one other drug before I can try Copaxone, which is the drug my neuro would prefer that I be on. If it will help, I am willing to try it. At least the Extavia does not require refrigeration, it is in powder form and the syringes are filled with sterile mixing solution. I have watched it mixed and measured, very simple. I have friends to help with the actual injections. I have tremors in my hands when I have resistance in them, I would be afraid of hurting myself or breaking a needle off in my body.