Remicade for Psoriatic Arthritis User Reviews

Rating: 8.1

Remicade has an average rating of 8.1 out of 10 from a total of 20 reviews for the treatment of psoriatic arthritis. 70% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 5% reported a negative experience.

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Reviews for Remicade

PHI...
Taken for 10 years or more
April 1, 2019

"I have been taking this med for over ten years now, truly a lifesaver. I have had no side effects and have been able to do almost everything I used to. I only take Remicade, no methotrexate, as I took myself off of that because of liver side effects. I also have, for several years now, extended my infusion out to every 10 weeks. I am the only patient I know who does this. I have not seen any negative effects from doing this. Great drug."

10 / 10

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Sus...
Taken for 10 years or more
May 6, 2015

"I have severe psoriatic arthritis, and I've had it since I was 18. I've been on Remicade for almost 10 years, and I have almost no pain. My joints get a little stiff close to my infusion, but that's it. It is my miracle drug, and I owe my life to it. I would be crippled without it."

10 / 10

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Ann...
October 13, 2015

"I went in yesterday morning at 9 a.m. to receive my first infusion of Remicade. Had my IV inserted in my arm and had my vitals checked at the beginning and then every 15-30 minutes. By the time I was leaving the doctor, it was about 1:00 p.m. So it takes a while for the first time, but after that it won't take as long. The only kind of downside to it was that I got just a little sleepy, which I read was common. It's 1:15 p.m., the following day of my first infusion, and I haven't felt a single ounce of pain in any of my joints. I understand it's only 24 hours later, but I am usually in a lot of pain all morning and I didn't have any morning stiffness when I got out of bed this morning. Very pleased so far!"

9 / 10

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She...
September 29, 2013

"I had my first infusion last week, and within 3 days, I can honestly say I have no pain for the first time in weeks. I didn't have any reactions or side effects except for feeling exhausted, but that may be related to not being able to sleep for weeks prior due to pain. I am so happy with the effectiveness and results I have had. I would definitely recommend it!"

10 / 10

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Gag...
September 17, 2014

"I have been taking Remicade infusions since September 2005, and I can't say anything negative about it. I go in for the infusion hurting and aching and come out feeling so much better. Worth the 12 sticks it sometimes takes to get me started infusing."

10 / 10

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Anonymous
December 6, 2019

"Used for psoriatic arthritis, the 1st of 3 IV infusions that work great to begin with! From joints becoming near normal to a bounce in my step - then the canker sores are the 1st sign I'm flaring! I went through 2 severe reactions before realizing it was the drug, which required immediate emergency attention as it affected my breathing, had hives, and 2 weeks of misery. If only my body didn't find ways to subvert all the docs do to try & help it! It's frustrating!"

6 / 10

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Lul...
Taken for 1 to 6 months
September 14, 2018

"I feel very tired all the time, am housebound due to fatigue and pain. I also have ankylosing spondylitis. I’m due for my third 8-week treatment next week. It also makes my moods labile in the first week after treatment. I’m 62 years old, unable to work. I’m hoping for things to get better soon."

4 / 10

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Not...
May 16, 2016

"Remicade just isn't working for me, or not yet. When I did my 1 and 2 infusions, I could tell a difference. I had my 3rd one and have to wait 8 weeks. After 3 weeks, I had a flare-up, and I am in week 6, and I still feel awful. Maybe I need them more frequently or a higher dose. I am feeling so darn frustrated. I was hoping for a miracle drug to make me feel better, and so far, it's not. I read how it helps everyone, but I want that for me too! Can't wait to see my doctor so we can get together and discuss the pain."

3 / 10

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BCD...
Taken for 1 to 2 years
November 24, 2020

"At 67 years old, I have been using Remicade for 20 months for psoriatic arthritis. For the first year, I felt good except for being tired, but all my psoriasis cleared up completely. Then I needed some medical work, which delayed my infusion another 6 weeks. My body started having major pains, which migrated to different places every few days. I could barely walk, then my shoulders hurt so bad I couldn’t sleep in bed or get out of it. Then I couldn’t hold a spoon or raise my arms to get a cup from the cupboard. My wrist bones were throbbing, even pain meds didn’t help. Once I got my infusion, it went away in two days and I was back to normal. Then, just before my next infusion, it started again. Once I got the infusion, it went away. Some psoriasis has returned, and my hair has started to fall out, but very slowly. Very concerned my body is now hooked on it, and I hope to try something different."

6 / 10

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Shu...
Taken for less than 1 month
September 10, 2017

"I had my first infusion of Remicade last week. I have been unbelievably sleepy for the last 4 days. I have read that this is a side effect, but I am kind of surprised by the level of sleepiness that I am experiencing. I hope that this is just me catching up on my sleep, as I have not been sleeping well due to pain for some time. I do like the infusion so much better than the self-injected Humira. I hated that needle and found myself putting off my injection for a couple of days or 'forgetting' that I was supposed to get it. Hoping for good results with Remicade."

9 / 10

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Suz...
Taken for 10 years or more
June 29, 2024

"Have been taking Remicade IV for 12 years to treat my severe PSA and plaque psoriasis. My treatment only causes the day of treatment sickness. I get muscle weakness and nausea that last about two days. My plaques are clear and the arthritis is slowing its progression; bone loss is not as fast. My treatment has been a progressive dose from 400 mg to 800 mg today which I take every 6 weeks. I have a medical port for treatment and blood draws because of prior cancer years before I started Remicade treatments. This has been the only treatment that has helped me control my PSA and plaques."

10 / 10

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The...
Taken for less than 1 month
May 21, 2021

"I had my first dose of Remicade after several failed attempts at oral and injectable medications over the past 10 years. This past year I have been experiencing the worst flare-ups ever, to the point where I had another steroid injection in my finger joints. However, after the first dose of Remicade, I feel like the person I used to be. I wasn’t sure if it was the pre-medication of steroids or the Remicade at first, but I strongly feel like it is the Remicade, thank goodness. Definitely worth it!! Now my husband no longer has to help me brush my hair or open my medications..."

10 / 10

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Sam...
Taken for 1 to 6 months
May 9, 2023

"Unfortunately, the positive effects of this infusion were short-lived. For my first two loading infusions, it was great. There was a VERY noticeable difference in my fatigue and joint pain, and the swelling was gone. For loading infusion 3 and maintenance infusion 1, I started to be able to feel when it was time for another infusion. Then, my liver enzymes came back elevated, and I had to discontinue therapy."

4 / 10

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Anonymous
January 8, 2010

"I have been taking Remicade for several years, and I love it! I have not had any side effects. I instantly feel better."

9 / 10

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Anonymous
March 21, 2009

"From the next day since taking Remicade, the pain has been almost completely gone."

9 / 10

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jvb...
September 10, 2009

"I've had my second infusion. I'm already feeling a lot better. I have more stamina, and I've already stopped using my cane unless I'm going to be walking more than 15 minutes."

10 / 10

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Anonymous
July 16, 2009

"I have used Remicade for the past 5 months, it cleared up the psoriasis, and I got good pain relief for 4 weeks. The side effects are worth it for the relief I got."

9 / 10

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Vas...
October 24, 2009

"Remicade is a very good medicine for those people who suffer from PsA."

9 / 10

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Sil...
Taken for 6 months to 1 year
May 12, 2024

"I have been on Humira, Enbrel, methotrexate, with good results at first. Switched to Remicade and the results have been excellent, much better."

9 / 10

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Anonymous
Taken for less than 1 month
May 4, 2023

"I have been experiencing stomach pain and constipation, feeling irritated easily and more grouchy."

5 / 10

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