Rituximab

[BernardBear]

Im about to have my first infusion of rituximab. Can anyone who has been on it tell me if they've had many infections as a result? And have they cut out certain foods that are known to be risky i.e paté, soft cheeses etc?

[bpeal1]

I’ve been on Rituximab for several years and I’ve not had any more infections than I did previously. I’ve not cut out any foods (eg pate, soft cheese etc. ) either. However, that is my personal choice and not necessarily something I’d recommend.

[BernardBear in reply to bpeal1]

thanks bpeal1. I had decided I wasn't going to cut out favourite foods and wanted to know if others felt the same. Cant let RA control everything!!

[AgedCrone]

I have been on it for six wonderful painfree years & have not had as much as a cold…& no I haven’t changed my diet..,,I eat lots of fruit & vegetables & cheat with a ready meal every now and then.

I do eat soft cheese & pâté, but atm I’m staying off smoked salmon.

So good luck with your first infusion…make sure you take a warm jumper & a good book…the first session usually lasts quite a while as the nurses judge the right speed fir you.

[BernardBear in reply to AgedCrone]

Thank you AgedCrone. A bit anxious but hope I have a positive outcome.

[weymouth321]

Afternoon Bernard Bear ,

I believe the hospital infusion takes about 5 hours , so take your lunch too

[BernardBear in reply to weymouth321]

Thanks weymouth321. The ward apparently supply drinks and lunch but I think i'll be taking my own.