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July 10
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A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Toclilizumab, a rheumatoid treatment, is a game changer for bi-specific and car-t treatments that allow for outpatient treatment.

July 11
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Yes, he is on IVIG based on immunoglobulin blood test results below 400 (probably monthly) and prophylactic Bactrim 3days a week.

July 11
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Yes, he had Tocilizumab before Linvoseltamab and had no CRS. It was done outpatient. He also had Tocilizumab before he took Talquetamab, also outpatient with no CRS either. Unfortunately, he stopped responding to Talquetamab early on so he started on Linvoseltamab first start up dose on July 9, 2026. Looking forward to Ibertamide FDA approval August 17, 2026. It has proven in clinical trials to help T-cell viability.

July 11
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Maryanne,
I just read a new article yesterday, from Cancer Therapy Advisor. “EHA 2026: Dr Rahul Banerjee Discusses New Options in Multiple Myeloma.”
He said with the new trials he was talking about, they are not waiting for CRS or low antibodies and infections, but giving tocilizumab and IVIg ahead of time. Is your husband getting that with this new drug he is on?
Paula🌹

July 11
MyMyelomaTeam

It's wonderful that your husband has started linvoseltamab (Lynozyfic) — that first step-up dose is a big milestone! While personal experiences from others on this treatment aren't available here, some helpful context can be shared about what to generally expect.

Linvoseltamab was approved in July 2025 for relapsed or Show Full Answer

It's wonderful that your husband has started linvoseltamab (Lynozyfic) — that first step-up dose is a big milestone! While personal experiences from others on this treatment aren't available here, some helpful context can be shared about what to generally expect.

Linvoseltamab was approved in July 2025 for relapsed or refractory myeloma in patients who've had at least four prior lines of therapy. In clinical trials, it showed a strong overall response rate of 70%, with nearly 90% of responders still responding at nine months.

As with any myeloma treatment, there are side effects to be aware of. Common ones reported include:

- Infections
- Fatigue
- Fever
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Injection site reactions

One more serious side effect to watch for is cytokine release syndrome (CRS), which can cause fever, chills, or breathing difficulties — especially in early doses. This is why step-up dosing is used, to help the body adjust gradually.

Make sure your husband's care team knows about any symptoms right away, no matter how minor they seem. Wishing him all the best as he continues treatment! 💙

July 10

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