Why the Flu Shot Is Strongly Recommended for People with Multiple Sclerosis
Create a plan with your healthcare team
“For the self-injectables (the beta interferons and Copaxone), there is no bad interaction between the flu vaccine and the medications. For some of the newer medications, the flu vaccine may not be as effective as it would be otherwise. This is why it is a good idea to have a plan with your neurologist and primary care doctor about what you will do in the flu season,” he added. Although the flu shot does not cause the flu, it can trigger a few symptoms that may make you feel crummy. “If your body temperature gets increased after the vaccine, you may have an uncovering of older MS symptoms,” stressed Kantor.