Adalimumab side effect

Jem26

Hi All

Just wanted to update I had been taking Adalimumab for a few months combined with Methotrexate and Sulphasalazine at 1st the Adalimumab seemed to have worked but then I started with both ankles and feet swelling and I had tingling and loss of sensation in my feet, nurse had not heard of this side effect before but advised to stop for a month which I have and swelling and tingling have gone I still take methotrexate and Sulphasalazine. I was due to restart but due to a respiratory infection I have not and reluctant to restart I see consultant in March. So my question has any one had the same problem

Thank you 😊

deny63

I'm supposed to start adalimumab because I was so unwell on methotrexate injections just stop taking it. I still take 6 sulfasazine a day and been taken steroid for a couple of months I'm struggling big time my nurse is saying it's like a miracle drug and I would benefit from it. Is there anyone been injecting adalimumab for a long time my anxiety level is so high

Arciere

Not sure if this helps - I’ve been taking Adalimumab (Yulflyma) for just under a year with no side affects. I had the necessary vaccinations and subsequently I’ve been the most well in my work and social group - so far.

I have also made huge changes to my diet. I’ve still had flare ups / so it’s not a total miracle drug, but I think these were diet or stress related.

So I rate Adalimumab, despite my reservations about taking it. My biggest concern now is that they will change it.

I understand the anxious thoughts - they certainly draw attention to the risks but given how much better I feel, I think it’s worth it.

deny63

I haven't had any vaccinations for years I've never had a flu jab I'm 61

Jem26

Thank you for your responses I know some people have had a really good results with Adalimumab and it did help reduce swelling in my hands it was just the side effects in my feet and I have been on it about 6 Months ☺️