I was getting ready for my fourth infusion. no relief at all yet, the pain and the fatigue was as bad as it could be. Them I developed rashes all over my body and swelling on my legs and feet. We stopped the infusions. Now I would like to know how long it will take for Actemra to get out of my system?
How long does it take to get actemra out of your system?
Question posted by M-Cirlande on 15 Aug 2015
Last updated on 26 February 2017 by suzanne66
The information on this page reflects personal experiences shared by our community members. It is not reviewed for medical accuracy and should not replace professional medical advice.
Answers
suzanne66
27 Feb 2017
The half life (the time it takes for plasma levels to reduce by half) will vary depending on the dose you received and how long you had been taking it for, ranging from 10 to 13 days to 4 weeks (see link below)
It usually takes around 5.5 half lives for a drug to be completely eliminated from your system.
Other factors also need to be taken into account and include:
1. How much and how often you have taken the drug.
2. Your metabolic rate – a slower metabolism will increase the time a drug remains in your system.
3. Your age and health – older age and poor health will generally increase the time the drug stays in your system.
4. Body mass – generally the bigger you are the longer a drug will remain in your system.
Hope this is of help.
Related topics
rheumatoid arthritis, swelling, actemra, infusion
Further information
- Actemra uses and safety info
- Actemra prescribing info & package insert (for Health Professionals)
- Side effects of Actemra (detailed)
Similar questions
Search for questions
Still looking for answers? Try searching for what you seek or ask your own question.