My First Humira Injection Experience

Patrick Hall takes his first started dose of Humira for Crohn's Disease and talks about traveling with the drug and delivery issues in Puerto Rico.
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[@Snidel]

This isnt photography related, but believe me that there are some followers (like me) who feel gratitude to you for share this with us, i hope it can be also helpful for other people

[@FStoppers]

Thanks Felipe. I do struggle with this content and whether it should be on our Fstoppers channel or not but since we reach so many people and Lee and I are the main faces on this channel, I feel like it's a good platform. Thanks for letting me know you appreciate it too even though it falls outside the normal scope of our content. -P

[@Snidel]

@@FStoppers IMHO use the channel, it will have more reach, you built it, you should be able to use it for a good cause. We are humans and life has it's challenges, if we never use we have at hand for the good, we won't be doing our moral duty... and btw, if someone doesn't like those videos you labeled so clearly that they can just skip it and wait for the ones they want to see :)

[@GeraldBertramPhotography]

Wow, Patrick. You have my utmost respect for choosing to share your experience with everyone here. What a fantastic video you have put together for folks that maybe have just been diagnosed and are freaking out about having to take shots in the stomach. Hopefully those people will come across your video here and have their fears abated. Well done, sir.

[@FStoppers]

Thanks. I know it's not our typical content but I was pretty freaked out watching the older injection videos myself. When you know you have to take a shot every 2 weeks for potentially years, seeing those videos was a bit nerve-wracking. -P

[@ddalcourtsd]

If I could thank you 1000 times it would not be enough. I am 62yrs young and like so many others was feeling a bit uneasy about injecting 💉 myself but after watching your easy to understand video I am very confident that I can do this 😁 Thank God ✝️ for you 🙏🏿 🙏🏽 🙏 Now let's do this!!!!!!!!

[@hmarie032]

I watch this video every time I do my Humira shots and do them with you in sync. Thank you!!!

[@margaretbarrett5435]

Omg, same

[@ThatGuyWalter]

We have the same stomach scar. Taking my first Humira dose today. Thanks for this video! Definitely easing the anxiety of doing this myself.

[@Graygeezer]

Thank you for being so transparent with your health struggle. I have no doubt that you’re encouraging others who are feeling overwhelmed from facing similar issues. It’s truly great to see you doing well!

[@sapstar8703]

I’ve been in humira for almost a year now and it’s been a lifesaver

[@MyDude57]

Do you have Crohn’s? I do and I’ve been on remicade for about 5 years but I feel it’s not working as well anymore. Even healthy food and plain as food as I can I still get horrible stomach aches and lots of bathroom trips

[@Kelmiri]

I have psoriatic arthritis and dont remember not being in pain, Im 29 and was so embarassed that I couldnt do it on my own in front of my partner, even though I have freaquent ivs blooddraws, I couldnt do it to myself This eased me into it so much easier and I cannot thank you enough for filming this ❤ it really helped me

[@aileenfarmer3324]

I've been sitting in the bathroom with my first humira pens in my hand for about 20 minutes and was psyching myself out and couldn't do it. I walked away, found your video, sucked it up and just did it, and you're absolutely right. It was so easy, could barely feel anything from the needle or the liquid. Way easier than stelara for me. Thank you for helping me put my big girl pants on 🤓!

[@FStoppers]

That’s what I like to hear!

[@imrunninazoo1115]

THANK YOU! so much OMG i just got mine done today not a pinch of pain I had a tremendous amount of anxiety I did it. I stop your video and went on a countdown along with you. AGAIN thanks Patrick!!

[@ginamallano7608]

I actually did my first injections as you did yours 💉 I’m a big girl now. Thank you!!!

[@slottedpig2253]

This is the best Humira video I've found by far. Most people are all over the place. Bad video quality or don't do the injection properly. I recently was prescribed Humira and had delivery complications of myself with CVS Specialty Pharmacy so watching this with the worries you described hit home for me. Thank you for sharing.

[@swartzsubaru]

Thanks for calming me down for my first shots. I was really anxious about it until i saw this video. I watched it once, then did my injections right along with you the second time watching it. Much appreciation!

[@connorzahn795]

Thank you so much for doing this video, I was just diagnosed with chrons and i was terrified of humeria, but after seeing this I feel more confident in doing it, thank you again!

[@jessefraser9755]

I just took my starter pack today! I wish i would have watched this before hand! Your response is exactly how i felt, and spot on. I felt ZERO sting from the needle as well! I actually started chuckling at myself after injection realizing how easy this was about to be! Thank you for the encouraging video!

[@brianaalexander1068]

I just did my first two injections along with you! I was so anxious but this helped a ton! Thank you

[@FStoppers]

Awesome! My days are Wednesday too but next week :) -P

[@MAZINGERZ1970]

Today I had my first shot… I have Rheumatoid Arthritis. I put my first shot and never felt nothing from the needle or reaction from the medicine …I was so scared, finally was so good and safety…No pain,not burning,not symptoms…I love it…so easy to do it.

[@thelazzanna]

I failed my injection training with Humira at my doctor’s office today. I appreciate this video, because it inspires me to keep persevering. The injection caused a lot of stinging, but I had it packed with ice packs, which probably made it too cold. I’m terrified of injections, but I want to make this work as much as I can. I love working in film, caregiving, and being a beauty influencer. I have a busy life and want to be able to go places and get my Chron’s in remission.

[@nevg9932]

very sorry to hear about your pain! Apparently there is a newer citrate free version of humira which can for some reduce or eliminate the burning or stinging of the injection. It however needs a newer prescription. Try discussing this with your doctor or pharmacist and see if it can help you. (They apparently use a newer formula for the buffer and replace the citrate buffer which might cause pain for some. the active ingredient adalimumab remains the same)

[@whathandleisnttaken]

just took my first dose today. The RN told me that having it cool off is very important to reducing pain. If you leave it outside the refrigerator for around 30 minutes, it is supposed too feel better.

[@ItsDrPancakes]

Glad you are willing to share this with everyone. Hope all continues to go well!

[@Toga_SV]

Congrats dude! You're completely right, the anticipation/apprehension over pressing the button is far worse than the injection itself. Really hope it works for you!

[@livcollings965]

Thank you for this, I just got diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis and soon I'll have to take humira or some other biologic, as someone terrified of needles I'm so thankful for your video. Thank you and have a happy new year :)

[@Vincent_Vrsn]

I was surprised to see this video here! I've been on Humira for 4 years (2012 to 2016, for Crohn too), one injection every two weeks, sometime free of pain and sometime not but nothing really serious. I got unlucky and I had to stop for cancer surgery and I ended with an ileostomy, but before that Humira worked very well on Crohn symptoms, so I wish you the best!

[@stefaaanilic6102]

Are u still okay today?

[@Vincent_Vrsn]

@@stefaaanilic6102 Yes, I'm back with Humira since a year and i'm fine :)

[@stefaaanilic6102]

@@Vincent_Vrsn Can u give me your e-mail if u have time to give me some answers on my questions about humira?

[@Stella_9517]

Thanks for sharing. Did you have cancer before starting humira? Has it had any side effects?

[@Vincent_Vrsn]

@@Stella_9517 No I got cancer (Adenocarcinoma) when having Humira but can't say it's related in anyway with taking Humira, I was in very bad bowel conditions, so it was propitious ground for that sadly. Humira can have a lot of side effect, but I just got some allergic reaction at injection point (prednisolone the day before cure that), and tiredness which is already a side effect of any inflammatory disease anyway. I'm still on Humira and fine, Crohn is mostly sleeping

[@jaydarivera4094]

I’m 17 yrs old and just got diagnosed with ulcerative colitis and about to start humira and you just made me feel SOOO much better about this thank you!!

[@taylorannecristina2154]

Me too !

[@kabylieindependante4902]

I have the same problem for nearly 20 years ! I used different tablets ( pantasa ... octasa etc) . Then problem in my eyes caused by the inflammation ( uveitis). Also problem on my lower back . Finally doctors went to use Adilimumab so going to start it next week ) Wish everyone good health.

[@mirandagxoxo]

Thank you so much for sharing this! My boyfriend has RA and UC and just had his first dose. Hoping it works for him, you, and everyone else on this thread!

[@travisjones4349]

Poor guy. I have UC and my mom has RA. I can't imagine how hard it is for him. I hope he's doing better these days! God bless you both.

[@poolboyinla]

Praying for you, Patrick.

[@FStoppers]

Thanks Travis! -P

[@CosmosGamingChannel]

I’m in my early twenties. For the last three years I have battled plantar fasciitis which seemed to be untreatable. 6 months ago it spread to right hand and I was finally diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis. It has now taken over the hand and spread to my back, jaw, and left hand. I have trouble walking, writing, and eating. I just got my first dose of Humira today. This video was a big relief. I hope this works! Never give up people!

[@archivaldo5808]

Hi. Did it work? Can you walk and write again normally?. I would greatly appreciate about it. If it did, how long did it take to work?

[@NMTrucha]

Good job, dude. I had to inject my mom for something other than what you're going through. My mom was a tough woman, it took all I had to do give her an injection in her gut. God Speed, man.

[@mysmaj]

Hi, have Humira for a bit more then two years. After two years i changed from 40mg all two weeks to 80mg all 4 weeks, thats makes it more easy to travel! I hope that you can change also after a time! Take care!

[@TheVicdub]

But you can never travel more than 1 month at a stretch, just like before. So I don’t see any benefit.

[@ArthurPJohnson]

Patrick, I’ve watched you in a lot of fStoppers videos and have long respected you as a photographer and videographer, but never felt one way or the other about you as a human being. This series about your Crohn’s experience changes everything. You are one gutsy dude! Ever since I was diagnosed with an autoimmune condition myself, I suddenly became aware that a vast number of folks could experience a life-changing difference in their health, if only they would or could start using Enbrel or Humira. I know that a lot of people who are using these medicines stay “in the closet” about it, because of social factors -people might think they have the plague. Crohn’s in particular seems to cause embarrassment. Well, my friend, YOU are doing a huge service to everyone with treatable autoimmune conditions, just by saying “Dammit, I’m going public about this!” Trust me, you are changing lives and quite probably saving lives too. God bless you, Patrick, and rest assured that all your work at fStoppers might be saving lives, simply because you have the guts to speak out about your Crohn’s and your treatment for same. I hope you will be tracking your success -or failure-with this treatment on KZbin, and it sounds as if you intend to do so. Go for it!

[@FStoppers]

Thanks Arthur for your kind words :) -P

[@product8498]

I have been on this drug for over 2 years for chronic psoriasis, it cleared 100% of my skin plaques. 2-3 weeks and I saw very noticeable changes and 3-4 month even the red scaring had gone. Not had any side effects.

[@mungus48]

the medicine inside makes it hurt it’s thick just did my first ever injection today and i’m really happy the the doctors finally diagnosed me after three almost four years 👍

[@RobC_0]

Thank you everyone. Your stories helped me push myself to start this medication. I have less anxiety now.

[@michellemathes6438]

My husband just received his package today and I wanted to KZbin it first before he did his injection. Im so glad I did, the advice you gave was very helpful.

[@daveubermensch]

I just had my first 2 shots. Thank you for this video. It helped. I have had Crohn's for 37yrs. I had my illeum, a small part of my small intestine, and 1/3 of my large intestine removed at the beginning of 2022. Crohn's started back up 1 month after surgery. I put off biologics for 1.5yrs because of my fear of needles. I did my starter shots seconds after watching you. Thank you again. I hope all is going well for you.

[@tvfd-thevirtualflightdispa978]

Excellent video. A couple of thoughts... I have taken three injections for diabetes (two types of insulin and trulicity) and one of the things that is important is that the meds stay cool. If you are planning on taking the meds within a specific amount of time (14 days, for example), the meds do not need to be refrigerated. This part is important, because if you plan carefully, you don’t necessarily have to refrigerate your meds. I don’t need a biologic (like Humira), but insulin is stupid expensive and so getting this right is important. You are doing the right thing now, by following the instructions exactly (as difficult as that might be). As you get further along and gain experience with the meds, you will be able to plan your travel and your dosages more precisely without refrigeration. Traveling with meds (and I still have to travel with 12 medications and 1 injectable) is challenging but not impossible. It’s a matter of planning and in my case, I no longer have to take the insulin (had a gastric bypass which put my diabetes in remission), I don’t have to worry about refrigeration. Getting to a place in which you can carry your meds effectively (and minimally) will be important. However, for now, getting it right is the important consideration and you are exactly on track. While your videos are not photography related, they are important because there are people who have Crohn’s (I am close to a person who has it) and those who have to take injections need to get over the fear of taking them. As you discovered, it isn’t as bad some will claim, but still an injection is an injection. Well done!

[@nahson927]

Thank you for posting! I just began a biologic that has an auto injector, and I haven’t been able to find any info about doing abdominal injections. This video is everything I needed today. ❤️

[@CookieShakur]

This was awesome. You gave me so much comfort. I’m used to shooting myself with a cimzia syringe. So I feel better knowing this doesn’t hurt. It’s the click that was scary to me. Thanks!

[@yacinechergui1579]

I wish you a speedy recovery 😍❤

[@dcallan812]

I just had a local anesthetic in my side (to change my implant battery normally general anesthetic) It was the worst injection EVER. But it did get me out of the hospital quickly. So worth the stinging. Thanks for sharing your issues so openly.

[@doughowell3171]

You look great. Good luck, we’re rooting for you!

[@nicetiesvlog]

Thank you for sharing this with a big audience! I’ve been on Humira 10 years for AS and it completely changed my life. I had to switch to the pre-filled syringes because the old pens were so painful, but maybe I’ll give the new ones a try! Hope it works wonders for you.

[@sadsausage2224]

I have taken humira for 3 years for IBD. Have you noticed any long term side effects from humira ?

[@Julia-kx8ri]

I’ve been on Humira for 2 years. I get sick often. How’s your experience been long term?

[@nicetiesvlog]

@@sadsausage2224 Sorry I just saw this, still on it (~12 years now) and no side effects so far

[@nicetiesvlog]

@@Julia-kx8ri Hi, still going well with no side effects and don't get sick any more than most people I know, have been very lucky. Hope it gets better for you or you find something that works better for you!

[@Julia-kx8ri]

@@nicetiesvlog Thanks Alice!

[@shorseyslaps8167]

Im 25 from MS and I recently got diagnosed with Anklyosing spondylitis and started humira. It's a lifesaving medicine.

[@magss5320]

Was finally diagnosed with Ankylosing Spondylitis after a year and half of doctors and tests, and I'm starting Humira this week. Hoping that this will help- thank you for this video

[@magneticisland6605]

How is the Humira going. My son suffers AS, have you had any reactions

[@magss5320]

@@magneticisland6605 I've actually have felt relief over the past few injections. The only reaction I had for the first injection was that my skin was a little red and swollen. But other than that, no reaction! It's helped a lot so far in my everyday activities. I can actually go for a walk without severe pain!

[@magneticisland6605]

@@magss5320 that's excellent. My son, he's 30, been taking it for a week, suffering a severe cough. But his pain is starting to subside. Glad your life is going back to normal🥰

[@magss5320]

@@magneticisland6605 Oh no- I'm sorry that he isn't feeling well. Humira does lower your immune system, so he will need to be extra careful. Thank you so much- the medicine is a lifesaver. Plus, it can help reintroduce a healthier lifestyle. Sending good thoughts to your son.

[@yehiaabd-elrahman3747]

Hey bro, Hope you are doing well Did you notice any side effects over the last couple of years or is it going well I will start humira tomorrow ​@@magss5320

[@hucklesherri_finn305]

Thanks Patrick! I begin my first Humira treatment tomorrow for AS. I've had some anxiety about the injections and possible side effects but this video definitely provided comfort and has put me more at ease. I would love to hear how your journey has been and if it has been a successful form of treatment. Sending happy thoughts to you and yours. :)

[@hucklesherri_finn305]

@Kevin Hi Kevin, thanks for reaching out. Taking the injections is a breeze now. I really had nothing to worry about. I still have bad flare ups but my every day pain is much more manageable since starting Humira.

[@lilaworley8935]

@@hucklesherri_finn305 here we are 2 years into your journey.... How are you feeling?? Are you still taking the medication? Have you noticed improvements? Hope you are doing well. 🫶🏻

[@eviem70]

Aww sorry you have to go through this. Hope it all works out for you, Patrick 💙

[@emilyk4618]

Thanks for sharing your first experience. After watching your video I knew exactly what to do! Seriously don’t know what I would of done without watching this first.

[@Ashley_Quinn]

I’ve had Ulcerative Colitis for 10 years and I’m starting Humira in the coming weeks, after putting it off for years bc I thought biologics were scary. For those commenting on how diet will put you in remission, maybe that’s true for some people but you have to react to the reality of the situation you’re in. Many people’s reality is that their condition is so bad, they’re not able to change their diet until their condition is under control. But most importantly, some people choose quality of life, and there’s nothing wrong with that. I’ve spent the last month in bed bc of my flare up. I missed the end of summer, missing the beginning of climbing season. This isn’t the life I want to live. We’re all going to die at some point, most likely for reasons not even related to our diseases. I personally choose to spend my time here being active and adventurous, not tracking everything I eat and fearing something as simple as taking antibiotics will throw me into another flare up.

[@MCostanza47]

What did you do for remedies for the ten years prior to choosing biologics?

[@Ashley_Quinn]

@@MCostanza47 usually try to get a 40 mg prednisone taper from my doctor and eat a BRAT diet til things calmed down. Interestingly enough, I started taking bupropion about 2 years ago and that improved my symptoms a lot, but I was still having a couple flare ups a year. Been on humira for a few months now and the entire experience has been pretty amazing.

[@MCostanza47]

Ashley Sears I wish you well :) humira scares me the fact you can get an infection and not even know it. I’m on homeopathic holistic medicine supplements and Paleo/keto diet

[@Ashley_Quinn]

@@MCostanza47 I wish you well also! I’m glad you’ve found a regimen that works for you ☺️

[@1saramak]

This comment is so relatable. I have been putting it of for years as well! But think I'm going to go ahead with it now. How are you finding it? Is it still helping?

[@benjamindubenion3260]

Hey Patrick, I have Chrohn's also. I've been taking Humira since 2005. I definitely understand what you're going through! I can't wait until I get the new pens because the old ones burn!!! Good luck to you and you guys are definitely an inspiration on helping me to improve my photography! I wish you well!

[@thealiefting2478]

I know right! Where I live I can't get the new ones, so I'm stuck with the old ones.

[@maryannmechem547]

Did they work for you ?!

[@benjamindubenion3260]

@@maryannmechem547 The New pens are awesome! No burn, no pain. Don't really feel it, just the force of the injection that seems to make me think it hurts, but it doesn't. Glad I have the new ones!!!!

[@benjamindubenion3260]

Update: the New pens are awesome!!!! Hope you you're doing well! Also, my photography is going great, in part, thanks to you guys! Thank you for all you do!

[@maryannmechem547]

@@benjamindubenion3260 do you notice any side effects form it that’s what I’m super scared for :( thank you so much for answering me back I feel so scared and lost with all this Crohn’s lately :( I’ve been through 25 different trikes to get these pens and my body is just tired of gritting so many things and not work or have a bad reaction to. Do you get sicker being in these pens ? Thanks again for replying ! 🙏

[@TheStephiecakes]

I was just diagnosed with crohn's a couple of months ago and need to start humira this month. I appreciate this.

[@JesusMartinezCreates]

Thanks for sharing your journey man! I wish you the best of luck! I had UC for about 3 years and it got to the point that I needed surgery. I started the biologics too late (Remicade). Now I was recently fiagnosed with crohns and have started Stelara. Its been 8 weeks since my first injection and im already feeling great again. I think its great that a channel as big and reputable as yours is sharing this type of content because that is life. Its not always as easy as others might think. 👋🏻

[@FStoppers]

Thanks so much for the feedback. Lee and I always talk about expanding some of the topics this channel covers esp when it comes to health and humanitarian issues. Glad you enjoyed this video since it's kind of an experiment for me. -P

[@sarahjengo7334]

My second dose is tomorrow, and the first time I cried a little because I was scared and I was a wimp because I literally hate needles haha. But I’m 14 and after I got them, I- I felt like such a WIMP lmao I like don’t even think I felt it. It’s amazing I’m so glad I chose this over Remicade. (If that’s how you spell it). Thank you for sharing ur experience! :)

[@suzyastacio1303]

Thanks Patrick! I was a bit confused about using the pen. I have been using the traditional presentation of Humira for 2 years.

[@MindOfJigsaw1]

Hoping I get approved for it for HS - this 10 year battle needs to end. Thanks for sharing.

[@creatorsjourney6286]

Hope all goes well for you. Good to hear you’re doing better.

[@vegan4theanimals]

I was diagnosed with Crohn's but turns out it was UC. I was just prescribed Humira today and I'm been extremely nervous but have been willing to try anything because my health has been so bad. Thanks for putting me at ease.

[@Spreadswings]

This is a great video. Totally candid, with perfect music and effects for the message delivered.

[@jessegolden1076]

Thank you for this. Just now injected my first Humira shot, easy peasy.

[@cotswoldphotographers]

Good luck Patrick and hope it works for you. Look forward to hearing your updates 👍👍

[@jamiecoburn1231]

Best wishes with the new medication Patrick! Looking for a great result!

[@DeanaBeaver]

Thank you for making this video. I am about to receive my first dose and this has tremendously helped ease my anxiety! Thank you.

[@winkylamy]

Good luck Patrick with your "new normal." Hope it gets easier with time!

[@rt66vintage16]

I did the first loading dose today, 160 mg, for Crohn's disease, after being off it since 2016. Back then, never pinched any skin and never in my belly, just put the business end of the pen against my thigh and pushed. Today I did it just like you, except I counted 1-2-3. It was painless. I felt the medicine coursing in my pinching fingertips, weird. No bandaid or cotton ball afterwards needed. People, don't be anxious about this injection process, it's painless.

[@Eye-V.]

Hey man. Been on humira for 2 years and it's working great for me. Hope it does the same to you. 👍

[@minatonamikaze6602]

I have to start it today does it hurt?

[@Lives.2.Ride.]

@@minatonamikaze6602 I'm starting next week, how is it?

[@minatonamikaze6602]

@@Lives.2.Ride. trust me it’s not as bad as you think it is it’s a little suction and a short pain like your getting a really light shot for like 5 seconds maybe less I was scared too but be brave you can do it

[@MyDude57]

I’ve been on remicade for 5 years now but I feel that it’s not as good anymore, it feels like majority of foods gives me horrible stomach aches and lots of bathroom trips

[@alyssa5927]

@@minatonamikaze6602 i think the longer you're on it the harder it gets to take it. its a mental game for me and didnt start hurting till my 5th week

[@melissafarrugia9531]

Thanks for doing this, it’s really made me aware of travelling hurdles and the injection seems less worrying

[@cdemere]

Starting humira today for my rheumatoid arthritis! Watching this today!

[@sr5726]

Did you take ? Did you have any side effects

[@cdemere]

@@sr5726 yes of course i took it! I trust that my doctor has weighed any possible side effects from medicine against the guaranteed effects of rheumatoid arthritis. Far less time to adjust than methotrexate, definitely get some itchiness at the injection site but it's gone in a day or two.

[@tomdchi12]

To add to that crazy delivery story... Humira is made in AbbVie's facility in Barceloneta, Puerto Rico. Chron's is awful - hope this works well!

[@FStoppers]

I know! I was hoping I could just get it directly from Puerto Rico since I live here but insurance says otherwise. As long as I'm not on the hook for paying it and I receive it in a timely manner, any spoiled medicine is falling on the pharmacy or my insurance. But yes, there has to be an easier way. -P

[@thesquishz6361]

I'm so glad you are the first video I watched

[@sh8ds600]

It seems like the older version of Humira hurts ALOT more. I just got my first injection with the newer one. It literally doesn't hurt at all. So if you are new to Humira and you got the so called Citrate free one. Don't be nervous :D

[@teamvigod]

The old citrate filled ones were pretty painful. Not horrible but definitely not something you would look forward to. I'm sure the new citrate free is pain free. I switched back to remicade only because humira was not working well for me at the time. Hope Humira works well for you and all the best. Crohn's sucks. Been dealing with it for 30 years but remission last 8.

[@davideastham]

I'm wishing you well Patrick !!

[@joepublisher166]

Thanks for doing this video, I have watched your Camera channel many times… wish you well. I am starting Humira this week for Crohns Disease.

[@mahlmann]

God bless you Patrick! Good luck!

[@nict7293]

Starting Humira today here in New Zealand.Your video puts me at ease.Thanks alot

[@jordanplato7116]

Same. How's your condition now?

[@dxbdubai7199]

for any one who dont have insurance he can get exemptia from india or mabura pen it cost almost 110 usd for the inj my friend switch from humira to eexemptia from india and got good result like humira indian ppl can ship it to you via fdex or dhl i did try mabura pen from india they deliver it to dubai in x2 days its humira finger print and its working i know many ppl cant cover humira price just trying to help them get relive

[@TheGameGodess]

I took my injections today , I was pretty scared and I thought it was gonna be a scary experience.

[@maryfry7246]

Hi Patrick, Thank you so much for sharing this video. I’m taking my 1st shot of Humira today and this definitely helped relieve some of the anxious feelings I was having about doing this. Hoping this med helps both of us find some relief from the issues our bodies face.

[@Stella_9517]

Thanks for sharing. Has the humira worked well?

[@alfadivaperu4054]

I'm starting my humira today, a little nervous about the side effects. But over all great video, thank you!

[@1saramak]

How was your experience? I'm thinking of getting this

[@jordanhoward10]

I've been taking humors for 6 or 7 years... I cant remember. I've never been able to do it myself. I have 0 fat on my stomach so I get it done on the top of my thigh. It's only $1600 for a box of 2 pens here in canada. Grateful for canadian health benifits.

[@FStoppers]

You don't have to pay that though right? When I say it's $5000 for two pens, my insurance is covering all of that. I'm not paying anything for my Humira. In fact, next year if everything works the way it should, I will actually make a few hundred dollars taking the medicine. -P

[@shalurozario5703]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience Patrick. I've watched your videos on living with Crohn's and really appreciate them and benefit personally from all the info, experience and feelings you share. Eager to hear how you are doing, especially your experience living in PR (maybe even travelling elsewhere?) and living with IBD. Wishing you all best and hope you are well!

[@kaelawilliamson4436]

This was refreshing and funny. The other videos were freaking me out im so nervous to start injections... 🙏🏾

[@natashka41178]

I’m very scared of site effects . Start my Humira next week.

[@sadsausage2224]

I have taken humira for 3 years, no serious side effects, i the beginning i got skin rash, but not anymore

[@AstaIsAMonster]

What are the side effects?

[@mounikagurram9858]

I got diagnosed month back mild RA... is it ok to take humira?

[@chandnithakur5541]

@@mounikagurram9858 I’m taking Humira for my AS since last 2 months, skin rash is a common symptom after injecting. But it is working for me.

[@goldendelta4534]

I took humira when I was a teen and I would recommend not to inject right out of the fridge or in the thigh, trust me it feels like antifreeze and your whole leg will be frozen for about a minute until the pain goes away, after injecting make sure you do not move the leg at all for a few minutes or take the shot while sitting or stand up to put weight on the leg right after

[@emanuelschimpfossl5919]

Don't know if I want to see this, my sister has to do it as well ^^

[@offcenterconcepthaus]

Hang in there -- keep fighting.

[@Doxymeister]

My first doses showed up on my doorstep a few days ago--the Fed-Ex driver sat it on the porch in the direct sun in 95 degree heat and never bothered to knock. Thank goodness I stuck my head out the door to yell at my dog and spotted it, LOL. The ice packs were almost gone--but I think I got to it in time. Thank you for the hack of waiting so you can have spare medication on hand--that is an awesome idea! Thanks for the video!

[@alexsilva_co]

It's great to see you're doing better!

[@Littlemsambitious]

I suffer from severe plaque psoriasis and PsA plus Hidradenitis Supparativa. I’m on humira now and take it every other Sunday. This was neat and helpful to watch.

[@lepeguesful]

What Stage Is Your HS??? Has The Humira Helped You??? & Have You Experienced Any Side Effects???

[@pictureeyecandy]

I guess they didn't tell you it is a newer formula than the old formula, the old for many people hurt going in. The needle is painless. Hopefully, you will not have any reactions to the medicine. You are definitely on a much higher dose, I'm on 40mg dose per needle. Mine is for rheumatoid arthritis all the other medicines that I have been on is not improved my issues. Have a safe flight Good luck Patrick. Note: I commented too soon but not going to update the beginning of this.

[@FStoppers]

Yeah it's the new Citrate version. I said it in the video. I too will be on 40mg once I get past the starter pack. Did you not have to take a booster dose your first month? -P

[@pictureeyecandy]

@@FStoppers No they didn’t do a booster for me, I have to go back in three months to do blood work to see how things are going and to check me because of the other meds can cause Kidney problems.

[@DaughterOfTheEve]

Thank you! 😭 I start tomorrow and am not as scared now

[@kiamoore335]

So jealous! My starter shots were 4 of the 40ml pens. I couldn’t do the first one. I was shaking so much! 😂 I had my sister do it in my thigh. I did the second one in my abdomen. I have to take the other two today and I’m still anxious about it. It is easy and quick but that pushing the plum button still freaks me out. Hopefully it gets easier and calmer over time.

[@talkingmoose3092]

I’m starting Humira on Monday

[@TheRealMTR]

Thanks for sharing. I have UC. This was very informative

[@nghermit4922]

Starting humira next week, looking forward to feeling a bit better.

[@Lives.2.Ride.]

Thanks for the video, I feel better now about my first dose. My shots are in the way to me in the mail.

[@andrecruz100]

I’ll do my first (4) injection today. M’y anxiety made me view this type of vidéo. I love photography and this Channel so…

[@darkdaygirl]

Oh man! What a frustrating mess (Friday, Saturday, Monday. etc) Hope you got it all worked out eventually!

[@matthewteetshorn8615]

Good luck Patrick! Best of luck with the meds.

[@sliquenick_]

Thank you for this! I’m a huge wimp with needles

[@timspencer8841]

Good advice on starting dates to be ahead on medicines. thanks..

[@timlee4527]

Started Humira Jan 27,2020. Took 80 mg starter at Dr office. Next week 40 mg and just took a B monthly 40 mg. Psoriases, mild is reason. Scalp is clearing up. I have patches that are fading..so far so good. BTW, injection is o pain. I had to check to see if all med went in. Felt no pain

[@KP-zi6jx]

Another Humira pen injection vid mentioned the round circle on the side of the pen will fill with a YELLOW MARKER as the Humira is being injected into you...this would be at the point in the injection process where you start counting from 1 to 15...and you on the phone w/the rep that wasn't mentioned at all...watch for the yellow marker in the circle=injection complete. There is the fact that this video is now 3-years old...maybe the YELLOW MARKER fill as medication is exiting the pen is a newer feature...for one seems if it was, the rep would have you looking for it to fill during the injection. In the other vid I watched, the guy counted like you at start of push of the plunger, and by time her got to 2, the medication view circle had completely filled w/the yellow marker in place of the visual medication in the marker...so his procedure went just as yours, and by time he got to "1...2..", his was complete, circle had filled with yellow, signaling injection complete...and his count cadence was same same as yours...like he didn't drag out long getting to 2, his count timing basically same as yours, so would have been same as when you got to 2, yellow marker fill was complete, and that meant done. THERE'S THIS: Maybe the yellow marker here 3-yrs after your vid is a new feature added (?). Also, maybe the pen itself injects faster now too...as by 2, circle had filled w/yellow marker, and that's a built in indicator it's complete, and if yellow marker was added, after this vid, maybe speed of injection from pen improved too, of faster.