Q: Just wondering been on Simponi for 4 months at first with no side affects but after my 4th shot very achy running temps, chills, sweats. Has this happened to anyone else?
Not so far. I am on my 3rd shot.
Give your doc a call. This is not a typical reaction. As the biologics are immune suppressants, take a sec to make sure you have not contracted the flu or something. Any flu like symptoms should be reported to your doc.
Just starting my second year on Simponi-no side effects as well. Might just be a fluke flu close to your injection time. Hope all is improving...and the Simponi is off the hook! I know I have tried so many other biologics and finally this one seems to be holding things at bay. Good Luck to you!
Donna
While I'm not on Simponi (getting ready to change from Enbrel to Remicade soon), I agree with Ronie and dk. It could be that you've gotten the flu or some upper respitory infection due to your immune system being comprimised by the biologic med.
I'd see your doctor. Either your Rheumatologist or your family practicioner. Let them know what your symptoms are and see what they have to say.
I started Enbrel back in late January this year, had no side effects, but got the flu two times (I can't remember the last time I'd been sick like that- maybe elementary school? LOL).
Hopefully it will just be a touch of the flu and not actual side effects from Simponi.
Keep us posted!
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