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chemotherpy for MS

by BEASCOTT, Oct 11, 2009 01:51PM
HI EVERYBODY
I KNOW IS BEEN A LONG TIME,JUST FEELING INDER THE WEATHER ALOT LATELY
ON FRIDAY OCT 16 THEY ARE GOING TO START ME ON CHEMOTHERAPY NOVANTHONE I was just wondering if any body got that done for MS and what are the results and side effects thank u for your help hand have a bless day
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by sllowe, Oct 11, 2009 07:04PM
To: BEA
Hi BEA,

Nice to see you.  Sorry to hear you are not doing well.  I've no experience with it, but know it's used to treat those suffering with many attacks, or worsening MS.  

My understanding of it is that unlike the DMDs that modulate our immune system, the novantrone used will suppress cells in the immune system but not given at the same strength as they do for cancer.

Have you been having lots of attacks? Hoping this med will work for you and that you have minimal side affects.

ttys,
Shell

by opie74, Oct 11, 2009 07:28PM
I took metheltrexate with my last relapse.  It was given in addition to the solumedrol.  I felt realy aweful during the treatment and for about 3 days after, but it really worked.  I am in remission,a nd feeling good.  I took the the middle of last month.  I hopw this helps.  I pray thatyou have a good experience.

Opie Ann
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