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Bangor, ME
March 26
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Hope you were able to return to your "old fashions". I prefer red wine but went through a spell with my treatment where I couldn't tolerate it. I am happy to report the New York steaks and Red are back on the menu.

April 1
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I have been taking 500 mg of Diflunisal once per day for localized ATTR. The first day I took it I became ill for 2 days. Turns out, the (whiskey)Old Fashion I had for lunch did not mix well with the Diflunisal though I was careful to take it hours later. I have never had a problem since but always take it together with Famotodine (an antacid). Diflunisal 250 mg twice per day was prescribed, not the 500 once per day that I take, but I can't get that dosage due to supply issues, so I am told.

March 31
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What feedback are you looking for about diflunisal?

Diflunisal is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that can help stabilize TTR protein, similar to how tafamidis works. It's sometimes used off-label for amyloidosis, meaning it's not officially FDA-approved for this condition, but doctors may prescribe it based Show Full Answer

What feedback are you looking for about diflunisal?

Diflunisal is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that can help stabilize TTR protein, similar to how tafamidis works. It's sometimes used off-label for amyloidosis, meaning it's not officially FDA-approved for this condition, but doctors may prescribe it based on how it works in the body.

Here's what you should know about diflunisal:

* It's typically reserved for early-stage disease
* It requires close monitoring because it can cause stomach or kidney side effects
* People taking it need regular checkups and lab tests to ensure it remains safe
* It's used with caution due to potential complications

Diflunisal is rarely prescribed today because more effective medications are now available for treating ATTR amyloidosis. If you're considering this medication or currently taking it, staying in close contact with your healthcare team about any side effects is important.

Is there something specific about diflunisal you'd like to know more about?

March 26

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