- No longer a Dilemma
... when they diagnosed me. Fortunately I haven't needed Solu-Medrol since the first time.
Let's hope that something...
- Optic Neuritis - Gets better, then it gets worse
... of my major symptoms with my MS. I have
been on solu-medrol , the 5 day treatment that Nikki has spoke of several...
- Your experiences?
... year. I have had two sets of 3 days of 1000MG IV Solu-Medrol . I am also on 600 MG of Neurontin (which is a low...
- Solu-Medrol Question
... each session. I hope it goes well for you!
My Solu-Medrol Tool Box:
Xanax-so I don't kill anyone, and I...
... each session. I hope it goes well for you!
My Solu-Medrol Tool Box:
Xanax-so I don't kill anyone, and I...
- No conclusion so far
... problems, and others.
I have had three days of 1000 MG Solu-Medrol IV followed by 10 days of Prednisone tapering. So...
... lose hope in getting and keeping a job!
About the Solu-Medrol : it doesn't work instantaneously. You didn't say when...
... april1848, thank you. I had my first treatment of Solu-Medrol last Wednesday/Thursday/Friday. The nurse said it...
... Exactly two weeks ago I had three days of 1000mg IV Solu-Medrol . I spoke with my normal doctor about my current symptoms...
... have an answer.
I can't be much much help with the Solu-Medrol but what your doctor said about those sx not being...
... the symptoms you described are common with MS, not Solu-Medrol . Beary is absolutely right that Rebif has a great...
... little better too :)
april1848. I suspected the Solu-Medrol wasn't to blame, I don't put too much faith in my...
- Ever have this symptom?
... That has happened about 4 times to me right after the solu-medrol steroids. About the pressure tunnel head and ears...
- anyone have similar MS experience?
... back from Utah and got the MS dx. After 3 days of Solu-medrol , I was almost 100% better and was climbing hard again ... Avonex a month ago as well.
So I went back on the Solu-medrol for 5 days last week and it doesn't seem to be helping ... better again? Does it sometimes take a while for the Solu-medrol to work? I was so hopeful and optimistic after the...
- Steroids and weight gain?
... since April!) and then I remembered I had just been on Solu-Medrol , as well as being on it two years ago.
I had...
... After my course of solu-medrol , I looked swollen. My weight fluctuates between 95...
- who i go from here
... i've been in limbo land since 2005. i've been on solu-medrol iv infusion 2 times monthly for the past year now...
- MRI results
... ve been in limbo land since 2005. i've been on solu-medrol iv infusion 2 times monthly for the past year now...
- Going in for IV steroids and LP this week...
... First of all, IV steroids, are 1000 mgs at a time of Solu-Medrol , which is a form of Prendisone...for some people,...
- MS walk while relapsing?
... nurse on her way here now to set up my IV for the solu-medrol . Usually once the steroid drip starts I take a nap...
- drinking alcohol w/MS
... t know the exact interactions between alcohol and solu-medrol , but I know that if I had drank during an infusion...
- Msnik
... print on my lab top.So it makes it easier.
Started solu-medrol today,for 5 days if I don't get any better improvement...
... ON flair-ups in a short period of time.
Plus the solu-medrol has played havoc with my sugar levels,not a good sign...
- optic neuritis
... with bilaterial optical neuritis.
Currently on IV solu-medrol to try to clear it up,my last round of IV roids for...
- MS HUG / Spasticity?
... which many of us deal with. You mentioned you had solu-medrol shots. Did you mean infusions? Or were they really...
- One of those Days
... having a relapse and recommended another round of solu-medrol , but I said no. Steroids turn me into someone I don...
... having a relapse and recommended another round of solu-medrol , but I said no. Steroids turn me into someone I don...
- Glial veil in both eyes
... xperienced today.
Steroids, yes, IV Steroids, specifically Solu-Medrol which is a derivative of Prendisone...same catagory...
- Travelling with Avonex
... the needles. Crazy, huh? I also take a script for solu-medrol wiyh me when I travel as well as a note from my Neuros ... on his letter head, a script saying ok to give me solu-medrol (IV Steroids) as well as my script for Rebif (right...
- Good Experience with MS Nurse
... I have yet to learn, I had little trouble with the Solu-Medrol but the Prednisone was too much! For the first time ... at the time that it was just for weaning me off the Solu-Medrol . She said I never have to take it again, and that...
- Question : treatments .....
... Required.unless They Were Talking About Putting You On Solu-medrol Infusions Thus In Some Cases Requiring A Hospital...
- Preventing Relapses at this time of year..
... go with me and we plan to shop some,I hope.
The solu-medrol hasn't helped much with the ON,so I have come to the...
... gave me a beautiful mothers ring.
Being on the solu-medrol made me very emotional and with the right hand not...
- Duttin- relapse?
... good
Had an updated EMG/NCS
Neuro won't run solu-medrol he's trying oral prednisone.Thats worthless its been...
- Diagnosis: Devics Syndrome(Form of MS or not?)
... TM, my doctor(not the same one) ordered 3 days of Solu-Medrol and 8 wks of Predisone. Solu-Medrol I will do again...
- Maybe Aussie bound
... things..
Ive also found that carrying a script for Solu-Medrol from my doctor as well as a letter about being under...
- Do I have to disclose MS to a new job?
... work, I came back with a shunt in my arm, to do my Solu-Medrol ! IT was all tucked up under a business suit, they...
- insurance won't approve ivig, now what?
... MSNik,
I have been on solu-medrol for 9mts. now & it's not controlling the relapes....
... [QUOTE=agravy;3306508]MSNik,
I have been on solu-medrol for 9mts. now & it's not controlling the relapes....
- Duttin- I made it, or did I?
... days was way out of line.He said running 1500 mgs of solu-medrol at my weight was wrong.It was to much of a shock to...
... last attack was handled , he stated that 1500mgs of solu-medrol in an hour time was way to much and he was surprised...
- Anyone know of good dr. to see in Omaha or Lincoln?
... diagnosed spinal myoclonus.
I was given 5 days of IV solu-medrol back then because the neuro at Mayo's thought I possibly...
- New to this topic, possible dx for MS
... medications to get you thru the hurdles and rough times (IV Solu-Medrol usually does it). In between, youll have plenty of...
- demylenitating disease, unspecified
... says this is what i have. i go 2 days a month for iv solu-medrol infusions that were working really well in the begining...
... ivig & then the folowing ones he will do the ivig & solu-medrol together. right now i am waiting on paper work approval...
- Helricha :on the subject of steroids..
... simply a lower dose of the same thing which is in Solu-Medrol . Achtar Gel is a differnt steroid altogether, but ... was the only thing available before Solu-Medrol became available....solumedrol is relatively cheap...
- Ms Relapses
... simply a lower dose of the same thing which is in Solu-Medrol . Achtar Gel is a differnt steroid altogether, but ... was the only thing available before Solu-Medrol became available....solumedrol is relatively cheap...
... a taper down.In the past my neuro had done a 5 day solu-medrol and a 40 day taper down.Insomnia set in and my sugar...
- worst attack so far
... take the edge off the spasticity pain and started solu-medrol treatments.
They can only give them to me at 500mg...
... take the edge off the spasticity pain and started solu-medrol treatments.
They can only give them to me at 500mg...
... but his treating tactics scare me.
The 3 days of solu-medrol infusions were done at 1500 mgs instead of the usual ... because I'm bored and I am definately not a fan of solu-medrol .I waited it out as long as I could stand it.
Girl...
- thanks guys!!! irishlad
... I also carry with me an undated prescription for solu-medrol , just in case I feel that a relapse is imminent.
...
- Lots of issues
... He immediately started the 4 day treatment with solu-medrol . This in itself made me very sick. I had no energy ... wanted to lay in bed all day long. I finished the solu-medrol last Thursday and have had not even the slightest ... This is the second time in a year I have done the solu-medrol . The first did not seem to affect me the way this ... now in the afternoon, and I'm just hoping it's the solu-medrol , and will disappear in a few weeks. At times I...
... pack? Some do, some dont...I know that when I do the solu-medrol , followed by the dose pack, I dont feel quite as bad ... mmediately afterwards...but I also know that sometimes, the solu-medrol just doesnt work. Sometimes you wait too long to start...
... this has just gotten worse. I did nothing but the solu-medrol , no tapering off or anything. I'm thinking that along ... Avonex I take on Friday's and then the 4 day's of solu-medrol , and the contrast it just blasted my system. I think...
... offer,but in march I done real well with the 5 day solu-medrol ,they done it 4 times a day at 250mgs.I felt great ... down.
Now in June I really had a hard time after solu-medrol 5 day infusion,this time it was 2 times a day for...
... now in the afternoon, and I'm just hoping it's the solu-medrol , and will disappear in a few weeks. At times I...
- neuro visit
... effective at curbing my symptoms.
I've been on 5 day solu-medrol infusions twice since march then a 40 day taper down...
- Msnik
... pain meds for 60 days and I have to do the 5 days of solu-medrol with a taper down before hand.
I see him in 2 weeks...
... to make them.
I'm gonna give in and do the last solu-medrol treatment,but oh,the make me meaner than a junk yard...
- Is this MS?!? Please help...
... opthmologist, said I had Optical Neuritis, did 3 days Solu-Medrol IV, and everything returned to normal"
"Last two...
- Help, new to board
... are available to help you thru them, in the form of Solu-Medrol , a IV streroid.
There is something you should start...
- Whats next?
... that you are getting infusions...is that steroids? Solu-medrol ? And you also mention you are on steriods....being...
- Travelling with MS
... that. I also had him give me a NON DATED script for Solu-Medrol injections for 5 days, in case I did relapse. I didnt ... had a relapse and showed up with my script for the solu-medrol (IV steroids). I couldnt believe it but they didnt...
- Seizure/Hospitalization/Diagnosis
... away for awhile - hospitalized for 5 days for the Solu-Medrol IV drip, but prior to that was new to this board ... indeed have MS, hospitalized me for 5 days with the Solu-Medrol IV therapy, ordered a lumbar puncture (for additional...
... fortunately for me, the 5 day hospitalization with the Solu-Medrol treatment worked wonders. I actually walked down...
... fortunately for me, the 5 day hospitalization with the Solu-Medrol treatment worked wonders. I actually walked down...
... fortunately for me, the 5 day hospitalization with the Solu-Medrol treatment worked wonders. I actually walked down...
- on average how long does a relapse last ?
... hospital for 5 days has not left.I done 5 days of solu-medrol IV infusions and had another round in June.
With...
- Docters what the heck is with them?
... still use decadron IV infusion therapy and others use solu-medrol .
Yes,Scott you'd think these DRs would be on the...
... is what your wife experienced.
I had the 5 day solu-medrol infusion and the oral taper down and my neuro had...
- Battling Fatigue
... test was slightly elevated but I had just finished solu-medrol and it will cause liver function test to be elevated...
- Nuero visit/ steriod drip
... take her seriously.
IV steroid infusions,they use solu-medrol .You can search the net and it will give you the list ... of side effects.I have done 2 rounds of solu-medrol 1000mgs per day for 5 days.Then Neuro always does...
- NEED ANSWERS - DEVICS vs. MS
... lesions of the brain.
Ussual coarse of treatment is solu-medrol 1000 mgs per day for 5 days, another coaurse is plasma...
- Diagnosed with MS 7-17-07
... March I've had 2 major attacks and have had to use solu-medrol .
You have both come to the right place for support...
- Neuro appt tomorrow
... s painful.
I still say it was brought on by the solu-medrol infusions.2 major attacks in less than 3 months.2...
... has sat in from last attack.I honestly think it was solu-medrol induced.To many steroids since March 12th.
There...
- Shouting out to Rebif users
... have seen no added benifits from this last round of solu-medrol and its been a month.
My physical therapist is...
... just zapped my leg muscles.
When I was researching solu-medrol side effects,the second side effect was rapid muscle...
... crampy legs.Mine have not seemed to rest since the solu-medrol infusions.They buzz and tingle constantly.
I don...
- How much do you tell your Neuro?
... admitted to the hospital back in march,scheduled for solu-medrol infusion because of an attack,my hubby dropped me...
- First Rebif Shot
... a major relapse and just finished another round of solu-medrol and now the prednisone.But I've had a lot dealt to...
- Topical relief??
... tell them to move.I had the same problem with the solu-medrol in March.but not this bad.
I'm also on a 5 week...
... any DR for the next year to let them know about the solu-medrol and prednisone.
I feel bad for your hands and your...
... Jenna,
My kids think I'm psyco right now.
2 solu-medrol treatments in 2 and half months and another 28 days...
- New MS diagnosis
... diagnosis so fast. The very next day I was on IV solu-medrol and am now tapering off on PO meds. I'm starting...
- avonex and copaxone study
... on the steroids. I have decided that in the future, solu-medrol will be the way to go, IV wise, not this achtar gel...
- Nuffs..
... than usual,I have throwed up all day.Just from the solu-medrol with drawl.Plus I'm shaky,winny,and very emotional...
... my legs.
My home health nurse did bring info on solu-medrol and one side effect of it was muscle pain,and spasms...
... awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I didn't do well after the last solu-medrol in march.It kicks my butt then rebuilds me.My neuro...
... an MS attack.My neuro now things that the 500mgs of solu-medrol was to much at one time,plus he also stated that the...
... I was behaved today.
I had to explain that the solu-medrol helps but doesn't always help a bad relapse,maybe...
... lower the inflamation level.
I have found with the solu-medrol that I get extreme pain,especially in my legs.I know...
- new to the board
... relapses,hospitalized in march and now presently on Solu-medrol Infusions at home.This is not typical,but my MS has...
- remember when, Part 2
... your legs, too. Im sorry you have such issues with Solu-Medrol . Other than that, are you feeling any better at all...
... family time is important.
For some odd reason that solu-medrol effects my legs,but the vision is good for a change...
... moved tomorrow,it hurt so bad tonight when running the solu-medrol I was in tears and now my hand and fingers are swollen...
...
You make me laugh!!!!
I needed that cause the solu-medrol has just completly sucked the life out of me and my...
- Anybody remember when?
... I'd love to go to sleep but they have me on Solu-medrol twice a day for 5 days.I don't know whats worse fatigue...
- Steroids questions
... I'm currently on solu-medrol treatment now.5 day infusion.I agree I am not a favorite ... steroids are short term vs long term use.When I'm on solu-medrol and prednisone my insulin levels do sky rocket.
...
- Starting Tysabri Tomorrow!
... to start on Monday. Ive had very little luck with Solu-Medrol , so they are trying a new one, Achtar Gel on me. Its...
- My Day To VENT
... thing i went to the grocery store yesterday.
The solu-medrol makes my legs weak for some odd reason.
I hope ... nurse called my GP and he is not thrilled about the solu-medrol ,starters that sore from that injection site was just...
... coming off them, without tapering. I never tapered on Solu-Medrol , I never even did a dose pack afterwards. Straight...
... timulation didn't effect my MS.So that impressed me.
The solu-medrol infusions are going well.If I could get my sugar levels...
... and he'll get new meds shipped.
I swear that the solu-medrol goes right to my legs,boy are they weak and unbalanced...
... My legs are killing me today,I swear with the solu-medrol it sucks the life out of my legs.I have taken vicodin...
- Acthar Gel- Steroid
... to find out exactly how this is different than the Solu-Medrol IV which I have had several times, I decided to just ... you tell me about this drug? How does it compare to Solu-Medrol IV's and would you do it again? Can you warn me of...
- shakey after lifting
... in March because of a nasty attack in my legs used solu-medrol IV therapy,currently on a 5 day at home solu-medrol...
- An update for Mitox infushion #2
... and tired. Im thinking I might do another round of Solu-Medrol , and I want to investigate the injectable steroid...
- Msnik
... partial vision in my eyes today.I declined.They do the solu-medrol in my home.They are to call tomorrow about when they...
- Foot pain - this seems stupid!
... admitt me the hospital,but I refused .they can do the solu-medrol treatments at my home.
He told me to stay off my...
- Dealing with stupid people
... Then neuro's office had lost the paper work for the solu-medrol treatments.So thats on hold for now.
I know its...