Guest guest Posted October 6, 2008 Report Share Posted October 6, 2008 Hi Heidi, I take Remicade and both Enbrel & Remicade decrease your immune system. I didn't get the flu shot the first year I was on Remicade and mtx. The 24 hour flu lasted 2 weeks for me and I was convinced. Granted you can still get the flu with the flu shot, but at least it should be less severe. I get the pneumonia shot every 5 years too. The most important thing is NOT to get a live vaccine (ie the flu vaccine that goes in your nose is a live vaccine). At least that is what my rheumy recommends. Take care, Steph in VA Hi, This is my first year on Enbrel. I'm confused as to whether or not I should get the flu shot. I want to get it and I think I should. Last year I had a cold/flu the wouldn't leave me for months, which hadn't happened for years. I have a call into my rheumy. Feedback anyone? Heidi in Mass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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