Cimzia & skin rash

[Martin1874]

Hi I am wondering if anyone has had a side effect with Cimzia Anti TNF, I was taking it for around 8 months then developed a rash on legs arms & a little on stomach, I am not sure if I should start again with Cimzia, Dermatology have no answer to the rash.

[cathie]

Is it working well? It might be worth checking antihistamines with the rheumy. I get a dose at the same time as ritiximab. But check with rheumys first. And it's worth excluding anything else too.

[Longbranch]

I've been taking consist injections for about 5 months and have developed a red raised rash on both forearms only. It started off itchy and it is sore to the touch. My RA doctor didn't think the comics was the cause. I just got the result from a the punch biopsy and it indicated that it was indeed a drug reaction. Since cimzia is the only new medication I have to assume it's the culprit. The dermatoloist put me on antihistamines and topical cream but it is misleading up. I don't know what to do now since the cimzia seems to be helping my RA.

[Longbranch in reply to Longbranch]

Sorry but spell check doesn't like the word cimzia.

[nomoreheels in reply to Longbranch]

Hiya & welcome Longbranch. I'm afraid the post you’ve replied to is 4 years old (found underneath the title, to the right of the OP's username). He hasn’t been active on the site for as long so not sure he'll reply. If you’re wanting help or advice off other members regarding possible options your Rheumy may offer it might help to start a new post of your own introducing yourself (or simply copy & paste this reply if preferred). I'm sure you'll receive more help. support.healthunlocked.com/...