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Maine, NY

Dr just prescribed this. Very reluctant

January 15
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Members discussed their experiences with Iqirvo (elafibranor) after someone expressed reluctance about a new prescription, with responses... Read more

Members discussed their experiences with Iqirvo (elafibranor) after someone expressed reluctance about a new prescription, with responses ranging from positive outcomes to being pulled off the medication due to stage 4 cirrhosis. Several members shared mixed side effects including muscle soreness, fatigue, nausea, and bone pain, while others reported no issues and improved lab numbers. A recurring theme was that everyone reacts differently, and members encouraged each other to communicate openly with their doctors and listen to their own bodies.

A myPBCteam Member

I also was on low dose 5 mg Ocaliva along with Ursodial 900mg. Without any side effects. When Ocaliva was taken away. I just wanted to see how I felt with only the Urso. My enzymes stayed normal except the usual slightly elevated ALKPHOS. off Urso for nearly 4 months my ultrasound was unchanged and my ALP only bumped 16 points. My Hepatologist says best outcomes are when ALP is < 1.67% of the high end of normal. For my lab that is way less than my results. So I’m pleased that right now I’m just checking labs every 3 months. I see my Hepatologist every 6 months and my PCP every six months. I alternate visits so that’s why my labs are checked every 3 months. I feel I can keep a handle on that better. I’m 71 next week and I’m able to volunteer 5days a week. Keeping me active, fulfilled and purposeful. I am so Blessed living with this disease for 34 years, and I’m still ok.

May 13
A myPBCteam Member

I am starting this new medicine seladelpar soon, yay, I cannot wait. Finally some new meds specific for PBC. The clinical trials showed success in reducing itch and liver fibrosis. Time will tell, and the sooner I start the better apparently. :)

January 19
A myPBCteam Member

I'm on it. No problems.

January 16
A myPBCteam Member

I was on it but specialist pulled me off. I’m at stage four-cirrhosis and they said it was’t good for that stage.

January 15
A myPBCteam Member

I am actually doing really well on it. Numbers are down with slight side effects. My out look is get to know what your body can tolerate for foods etc and go with it. We all react differently. Thank you Lisa for your response and good luck to you. Many more women and men seem to be diagnosed and we must move on. Take care

May 14

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