User Reviews for adalimumab systemic

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Ankylosing Spondylitis	4 review(s)	122 medications		8.8

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johnny y (unregistered) said:		User Rating:		9.0
Humira (adalimumab): I was initially approved for and was given 2 treatments of Humira for A.S. Within 1 month, I noticed a dramatic improvement in my symptoms: reduced pain and increase in physical function. Then my insurance company, Blue Shield of CA decided not to approve this treatment, indicating that I needed to try a cheaper medication, methotrexate along with a NSAID. I have been on numerous NSAIDs, the only one which was successful in pain control was Celebrex, which they also denied approval. I have not gotten the safe effect from the methotrexate and naproxen, in fact, I have never felt this bad even before the Humira. I am appealing the denial of this wonder drug so that I may resume its use. 1 user(s) found this comment helpful. Did you? Yes No Report as inappropriate
October 1, 2009 6:15 PM

reecon1 said:		User Rating:		8.0
Humira (adalimumab): I have been suffering from ankylosing spondylitis for several years. My condition got so bad I couldn't walk, undress myself, get in or out of bed unaided and didn't sleep through the night without pain. Tried several drugs that had no effect and the joints in my back, ribs and pelvis continued to fuse. Then I started Humira 4 months ago and I haven't had a single bit of pain anywhere since. The only problem I have with it is the injection site is very swollen, hot and itchy and the drug itself can give you quite a sting but I can now lead a normal active life, so for me the side effects are well worth it but I am concerned about the long term effects of this drug. 3 user(s) found this comment helpful. Did you? Yes No Report as inappropriate
May 29, 2009 5:53 PM

Anonymous user said:		User Rating:		9.0
Humira (adalimumab): I'm a 22 year old female with ankylosing spondylitis. I was desperate to find something to relieve my pain especially in my sacroiliac joint. I was no longer able to participate in regular sporting games, exercise, or even carry out daily activities on some days. After starting Humira, I was able to return to all of these activities free of pain. My ONLY concern are the long term side effects. 1 user(s) found this comment helpful. Did you? Yes No Report as inappropriate
March 30, 2009 6:18 PM

Debilou (unregistered) said:		User Rating:		9.0
Humira (adalimumab): Being female with ankylosing spondylitis was rare enough, but the pain in my lower back was bad. Humira was started in Nov 07 and the pain felt in walking was taken care of. It has halted the progression of the ankylosing spondylitis in my lower back. 14 user(s) found this comment helpful. Did you? Yes No Report as inappropriate
March 24, 2008 2:50 AM