Tysabri to Gilenya washout period?

[BJK]

I am JC+ and index of 2.6. I am worried about the washout period. I have had 1 dr. say a 3 month wash period and a top notch Dr say a 2 week wash period.

Don't know which one I should take.

[REG53]

Hello BJK,

I came off of TY to go on TEC. I had a 3 month wash out. My transition went well.

I hope you do well also.

[DebbieB]

BJK, I was recently researching this issue and unable to find consistent guidance, which I'm sure is why you are receiving contradicting advice. Apparently guidance varies.

[PhiSiggyro]

My MS specialist said 2 month washout for me from ty to tec

[Marco]

FYI: The patient that developed PML after transitioning to Gilenya from Tysabri had a 6-week washout period after being on Tysabri for 3.5 years.

This was confirmed directly by the patient.

[REG53]

Sorry, I just notice an error in my post. I had 2 month wash-out not 3.

[pb909]

I went from Tysabri to Aubagio with no wash-out period.

[KatieAgain]

No way will TY be out of your system in two weeks. I'd get a third opinion.

[Kimba22]

I'd definitely listen to the doc who said 3 months! Ty isn't even fully out of the system at 4 weeks, so I'd be questioning a doctor who told you 2 weeks. Something else to seriously consider is that you are going on Gilenya, not Tecfidera or Aubagio. Unlike the other's, Gilenya is an immunosuppressant. Take heed to Marco's post.

Best wishes,