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Is A Flu Shot Safe To Receive One Week Before ENTYVIO Injections?
Question: since i am beginning entyvio infusion next week is it safe to get a flu shot today
also does this regimen of semi monthly infusion need to continue forever or can remission be permanenet
also does this regimen of semi monthly infusion need to continue forever or can remission be permanenet
Brief Answer:
You get flu shot asap
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for questions.
I suggest to get flu shot asap before your infusion.
If your entyvio infusion is for crohns and / or colitis it has to be taken as per the schedule which is generally once every 8 weeks as long as possible.
This infusion is for longer remission. as long the therapy is given it will be in remission.
The physician can decide the duration of therapy depending on clinical efficacy.
You get flu shot asap
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for questions.
I suggest to get flu shot asap before your infusion.
If your entyvio infusion is for crohns and / or colitis it has to be taken as per the schedule which is generally once every 8 weeks as long as possible.
This infusion is for longer remission. as long the therapy is given it will be in remission.
The physician can decide the duration of therapy depending on clinical efficacy.
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Dr. Nagamani Ng
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