Discussions tagged “ANCA-vasculitis”

I was recently prescribed this new drug, Tavneos (avacopan) Also referred to as Avacopan. It is used to treat a rare autoimmune disease called ANCA-associated vasculitis. It works by blocking a specific part of your immune system that causes inflammation and damage to small blood vessels. This helps reduce the inflammation and protect your organs. I've heard it can have some serious side effects, so I'm curious to know if anyone else has been on this medication and how it's been for them. I'm specifically interested in hearing about the gut issues that some people have mentioned. Has it been life-changing, or has it been a struggle with all the side effects?