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Anyone Switch From Humira To Cosentyx?

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Pulaski, NY

My rheumatologist has switched me from Humira to Cosentyx but my first injection is not for 2 more days. I have a lot of pain in tendons, ligaments, enthesis, bursa, etc., and am wondering if others have seen much improvement if they, too, have switched? Ty

February 3, 2020
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A MySpondylitisTeam Member

I'm being treated by the VA after dealing with AS for years while in the Navy, and in civilian life. The VA has me on Emberl. Not so much pain now after years of agony, as my spine has fused it self, just limited mobility now. The Emberl keeps the inflammation down.
Now having pain in hips, and lower back when I try to walk for exercise.
Good luck !

March 8, 2020
A MySpondylitisTeam Member

I have tried Humira . I can’t remember if the next med after Humira was that one . I think I have tried Cosentyx ..??
For sure I used Otezla and I remember it very vividly .
Currently using Symponi Aria

February 4, 2020
A MySpondylitisTeam Member

Switching from Humira to Cosentyx is a topic discussed among members of MySpondylitisTeam. Here are some key points to consider:

- Biologic Drugs: Both Humira and Cosentyx are biologic drugs used to treat ankylosing spondylitis
- Administration: Cosentyx is administered by subcutaneous injection every four weeks after Show Full Answer

Switching from Humira to Cosentyx is a topic discussed among members of MySpondylitisTeam. Here are some key points to consider:

- Biologic Drugs: Both Humira and Cosentyx are biologic drugs used to treat ankylosing spondylitis.
- Administration: Cosentyx is administered by subcutaneous injection every four weeks after initial loading doses.
- Mechanism: Cosentyx works by inhibiting interleukin (IL)-17A, a chemical messenger involved in autoimmune attacks.
- Side Effects: Common side effects of Cosentyx include cold symptoms, upper respiratory tract infections, and diarrhea. Rare but serious side effects include severe infections, inflammatory bowel disease, and hypersensitivity reactions.

For more detailed experiences, you can visit the MySpondylitisTeam website.

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