sotrovimab

[janloveslife]

I am booked in for sotrovimab infusion later today as I have Covid not sure whether to have it. Anyone have any views

[Poodle2]

Have it! I had it in February. Absolutely no side effects and I felt better almost immediately! I did have some congestion and a blocked nose for about 3 weeks but it was nothing compared to how I felt with covid the first time I had it (pre vaccines and no Sotrovimab). I would not hesitate a second!

[janloveslife in reply to Poodle2]

I think I am just a bit scared of the infusion. Thanks though, sounds really good, glad it worked for you x

[Poodle2 in reply to janloveslife]

I was as well but my fear of covid was far greater (I was really really unwell with it in 2020).

I don't think I have heard anyone on here reporting any side effects or reactions. I think the infusion takes an hour? Or 30 min? Don't even remember, the nurses were doing regular observations and one even sat with with me for an hour afterwards in case I had a reaction. I wouldn't have known I had it, honestly but I woke up the next day and felt so much better already. I think with the infusion there is not a risk of a rebound infection as there is with Paxlovid so I would prefer it (if I'm right). You will be fine, don't worry, much better than taking a risk with covid.

[janloveslife in reply to Poodle2]

Yes, you are right. I have been really poorly with Covid now for 4 days and I have had enough of it!

[Poodle2 in reply to janloveslife]

I'm so sorry, I'm sure you will feel better soon. All the best, let us know how you get on. Hope you will feel the difference as quickly as I did. 🙏🏻

[Jm954 Administrator]

You need to have it and are fortunate to be able to. Don't take any risks, go and have it.

[janloveslife in reply to Jm954]

Thankyou, I will do. Grateful for your opinion.

[f00tsie]

So pleased to read this. The comments seem really positive. How was your recovery? A team are coming to my house this evening to give me the infusion.

[janloveslife in reply to f00tsie]

i felt fine thanks.