Fasenra and Shortness Of Breath: What Users Say

• cha...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• October 1, 2019

For Asthma "I started receiving Fasenra shots about 18 months ago and it was extremely effective (life-changing) the first 12 months or so. However, over the past 3-6 months I have begun experiencing some of the same symptoms I had prior to Fasenra (wheezing, shortness of breath, etc.) to the point that I've had to rely on my nebulizer/rescue inhaler almost daily over the last month. My doctor noticed a decline in my lung function tests during my last visit and discussed the possibility of switching medications. We'll see what she says in 2 weeks."

• cha...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• October 1, 2019

For Asthma "I started receiving Fasenra shots about 18 months ago and it was extremely effective (life-changing) the first 12 months or so. However, over the past 3-6 months I have begun experiencing some of the same symptoms I had prior to Fasenra (wheezing, shortness of breath, etc.) to the point that I've had to rely on my nebulizer/rescue inhaler almost daily over the last month. My doctor noticed a decline in my lung function tests during my last visit and discussed the possibility of switching medications. We'll see what she says in 2 weeks."

• Fas...
• October 8, 2022

For Asthma "I'm feeling very confused about Fasenra. Unbelievable that I received my first injection in May, then on that same day (a few hours later) tested positive for COVID. I persevered and had 3 injections, one month apart, then 2 months apart. I feel awful. Fatigue, shocking muscle and joint pain, very short of breath. My question is... do I have long COVID or side effects to this medication? I feel so bad that I can barely do anything. Anyone else? The fatigue is unbearable."

• Ted...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 15, 2021

For Asthma "Tried Xolair, Nucala, and now on my second Fasenra injection. Within one week, all my symptoms of wheezing, breathlessness, etc., stopped, and then about 4 weeks in, I noticed my peak flow was climbing and climbing. It's now increased 50 points on the peak flow from 310 to 360. I've reduced my steroids and don't need inhalers. My lungs have opened up. It's taken 40 years to find something to help me breathe, and I think this is it. Thank you."

• Anonymous
• July 22, 2020

For Asthma "I feel tired after the Fasenra injection, and I have all-over body aches. Also, nasal congestion and headache. Sometimes short of breath, too."