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Cam4767

Updated 1y ago

Remicade Infusion and Itching: Is it a Common Symptom?

I’ve been on Remicade since 2011, never had an adverse reaction. I just had my last infusion about 2wk ago or so, and suddenly I’ve started itching a lot on my arms, legs, and a bit on my sides. I’m starting to see some redness and small red bumps, but idk if that’s coming from all the scratching or if it’s a rash. Just wondering if itching is a common Remicade symptom or if it could be something else? For reference I get over 800mg. Thanks!

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Some users have reported skin issues, such as dryness, psoriasis, and rashes, while on Remicade. It is possible that the itching you are experiencing could be related to the medication, but it's impor...See More

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Char05

1y

I had this too, had been having the infusions for about a year and then randomly had very itchy, swollen hands after one infusion. I took allergy medicine and it went down after a day. I haven’t had another reaction since but was told sometimes people just randomly react.

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