Ibrutinib and the third Phizer shot?

[Tapps]

Asking: is the CLL research suggesting that Ibrutinib should be stopped for a bit, before and after the

Covid Vaccine ? Wondering?

Thank you

[Youngen]

A few people in this group tried that in order to get a stronger response.

I suggested it to my specialist before my third dose and while he said that it could theoretically help achieve a stronger response, he did not recommend it since I am still in my first year of Ibrutinib and he felt it would be too risky (said it would ideally be a three week pause which could potentially bring on negative effects). I would consult with your doctor before doing so.

[cajunjeff]

My guess is this is not a one size fits all answer. My doctor paused my acalabrutinib for my booster as I have been on ibrutinib/acalabrutinib for several years now. I discussed the risk of a Cll flare while off acalabrutinib for a month and my doctor thought my labs have been stable long enough where a month off makes no difference.

Doctors for people just starting ibrutinib like Youngen might think a possible disease flare does not justify the potential benefit of being off btk drugs during their vaccine.

[Tapps]

CLL patients taking Ibrutinib, should I also take a Monoclonal Antibody Therapy for COVID-19?

I just got my booster shot of Phizer?