Allergic reaction to Copaxone
Posted: Fri May 18, 2012 12:04 pm
I had a severe reaction after taking my Copaxone injection. I went to hospital and BP was 167/56. Was given drugs and when stable was released. Neuro suggested I see an Allergist for "desensitization". Went on 5/16 to have procedure however once again had a severe reaction halfway through procedure. Allergist wants to retry desensitization at a slower rate. I have been on Avonex, Rebif, Tysabri, and Copaxone all with negative effects. I don't want to go through this again but am having a difficult time making a decision as my Neuro says I "have no other choice" than to try to get back on Copaxone. If I say no I feel like I am giving up. Any suggestions would be helpful. I don't know where else to turn.
My family is very distraught watching me go through both the treatments and the effects of the allergic reactions as am I.
My family is very distraught watching me go through both the treatments and the effects of the allergic reactions as am I.