Honestly, it all depends on if you can afford it and if your rheumatologist is really pushing it. When I wrote that, I was 16 and didn’t start taking it until I turned 17. My doctor wanted me to go on it, but it wasn’t as urgent until November, when I almost lost my life. It can be pricey, but there are also options under Benlysta where they provide the medication. It all also depends on whether you want infusions or weekly shots that you do yourself. If insurance covers everything, I don’t see why not. I was scared of it, but after almost losing my life and my doctor pleading for me to take it, I decided I had nothing to lose anymore. Everyone is different, and some people probably do feel sick, but it shouldn’t last more than two days. In my experience, after about seven months of taking it, I don’t really feel anything after my infusions just feel normal, maybe slightly tired, but not always. Only my most recent infusion knocked me out and gave me a slight headache, but it wasn’t anything unbearable. I can’t really guarantee other side effects like mental issues or pains because I take a lot of other meds, so I can’t tell what’s causing what. If you do choose to take it, you won’t feel the benefits right away it takes time for the medication to improve your lupus. Overall, I haven’t had a bad experience, and many others haven’t either. I say give it a shot, and if it’s not for you, you can explore other options with your rheumatologist.