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I had my first infusion of Rituxan on Tuesday. They set the drip at a low rate, so I was there 6:45 hours. Other than the time element, I was fine. I took a bunch of puzzle books and coloring pages but didn't get much done. I ate a bunch of snacks and I did get a little tired, but noises kept me awake. They said that because I did well, next time I would only be there 3 hours.. My nurse was really good, very pleased that I had no reactions. Do it all over again in 2 weeks.

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IFwczs profile image
IFwczs

Congratulations, and good luck!

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Kenu

Sounds great 👍 Hope it works 🙏😉 Ken 🐾🐾

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greaterexp

Wonderful! I’m thrilled to hear it went so well. That’s a good sign the next infusions should go well, too.

Thanks for the update!

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CalfeeChickCommunityAmbassador in reply to greaterexp

I kept waiting to feel any reaction, and my nurse was great about checking in with me. She said my arm was one of the first she'd ever had that didn't bleed when She took the needle out.

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Linda3579

That’s great news. I’m glad it went so well.

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hairbrain4

That's great news!

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falalalala

I'm glad it went well for you :)

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CalfeeChickCommunityAmbassador in reply to falalalala

Thank you! I felt grateful when there(and now) because the other 6 people in the room were all receiving chemo.

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falalalala in reply to CalfeeChick

Yes, I'll bet.

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rjoneslaw

Congratulations.

So how often do you get the infusion?

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CalfeeChickCommunityAmbassador in reply to rjoneslaw

Every 2 weeks, then again in 6 months. We'll see how I feel or notice any difference.

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rjoneslaw in reply to CalfeeChick

Good luck

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Bobby59

I'm glad everything worked out for you. Mine is always 2 hours. I set up a playlist of music on my phone that is 2 hours long.

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CalfeeChickCommunityAmbassador in reply to Bobby59

That's a great idea, I'd probably amuse the others and start singing out loud.

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Bobby59 in reply to CalfeeChick

I have to check myself to make sure I don't.

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That is awesome news, CalfeeChick Is your infusion going to be every two weeks? Or is this just because you are starting with it? Ocrevus infusions are every six months, but the initial infusion is done 1/2 at a time, two weeks apart. :-D

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CalfeeChickCommunityAmbassador in reply to carolek572

Hi there, I'll get an infusion, then another 2 weeks later and then as long as there's no problems, will repeat every 6 months😊😊

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carolek572CommunityAmbassador in reply to CalfeeChick

Let us know when you receive your second 1/2 infusion and how it went. I am so happy that everything is going well with you. :-D

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CalfeeChickCommunityAmbassador in reply to carolek572

Next infusion is on July 30. should only take 3 hrs. Then not again for 6 months😊

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positiveness

Excellent! Good luck with your next infusion.

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bavery207

CalfeeChick I am so glad to hear things went well. I am due to start my 3rd year of O Aug. 1. I hope all goes well for you in 2 weeks!

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CalfeeChickCommunityAmbassador in reply to bavery207

Thank you! It's been a few days now and I'm feeling just fine. I'm blaming the steroids for the fact I took a bunch of snacks in anticipation of the length of time I'd be there, and now I'm eating more and looking around the house for wherever I hid the chocolate.🍫🍫🍫😊😊

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Kitsey

That’s great news! I’m thrilled that you didn’t have any problems. The next will be even easier. You might want to bring earplugs next time so you can get some sleep 💤. Please let us know how you make out with the infusion in 2 weeks. I’m going for my Rituxan on 8/6.

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CalfeeChickCommunityAmbassador in reply to Kitsey

I'm looking forward to hearing how your infusion goes. I hope it goes well.😊

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