I went for my first shot today and to find out what arm I am in. I got Arm 6 of the Schering trial that I am in. This means that you take the Interferon once weekly, Ribavirin two tablets in the morning and three tablets at night 200 mg each, and the study drug SCH 503034 200 mg tablets four tablets every 8 hours. This arm contains the most amount of medication and it lasts for 48 weeks. Because my doctors office was chosen to add the additional arms I was told that I would get Arm 6 or 7 automatically. Arm 7 has less Ribavirin. The study will now pay for Procrit and the nurse told me today that I will most likely need it. They said that everyone in Arm 6 will most likely need the Procrit. Did you know that that stuff is $800 per shot and you need it once a week. That kind of robbery should not be allowed.
The first shot went OK I guess. I ended up with a fever of 102 for about 7-8 hours, severe headache, I was so cold that the temp in the house was 90 and I had 4 blankets on me and was still chilling. I haven't taken any pills yet I will do that about 10 p.m. I am a little scared to take the pills as I am just starting to feel a little better from the shot.
Well got to go for now still not feeling the greatest.
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Welcome to the club. I'm glad you're wait is finally over. Wishing you an easy ride!
Hi Beth, Well, at least you got that first one behind you. Did you remember to take the tylenol?? I'm sure you did but thought I'd ask :) Well, the really good thing about the arm you got is that you know you're going to kick viral butt. Kenny is on all 3 drugs, too, and had an incredible 2 wk lab report. Sounds like you guys are taking somewhat similar amounts of all. What is the difference between your arm and his?? Just know, you will have good days along with not so good. That made me feel better knowing that I would have good days :) I did shot number 5 yesterday. Am still struggling w/the anti-depressant but hopefully it'll level off here soon. sending hugs,
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