This Is MS Multiple Sclerosis Community: Knowledge & Support

Hi, BooBoo,

Sorry to hear that you have MS and having to deal with the shots.

Is that the only choice you were given? I was on Rebif 3 shots a week and could not tolerate the side effects. I am now on Tysabri infusions once a month. I feel so much better and no shots.

Hope you do great on the Copaxone.

Cat

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BooBoo:

The Copaxone shot should be a little less daunting. It's subq, so the needle is MUCH smaller (believe me, I do both types, and I still have to psych myself up to do the IM shot). Also, an autoinjector is available for the subq shots, so all you have to do is press a button. There's no flu-like effects with the Copaxone, but you might get some bee-sting type pain in the beginning. This doesn't last long, though.

As for the fatigue, I get this. Some days, it's a real struggle. But I think some natural things help. B-complex vitamins, for one. Also, there's been some discussions on this site about Quercetin, EGCG (found in green tea), Bromelain, and Acetyl-L-Carnitine.

Failing these, there are some meds than can be prescribed for fatigue.

Welcome BooBoo - You will find many supportive people here on TIMS> i am unable to help you with the CRAB drugs because I have never taken them but there are people here who take Copaxone - they shoud be able to answer some of your questions.

I am sorry that you find yourself on this website - but if you have MS, this is the place to be.

Take Care,
Sharon