Dupilumab User Reviews & Ratings (Page 5)

• Sara
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 5, 2019

Dupixent (dupilumab) for Eczema "This drug has been amazing. I developed Eczema at about age 35. Oddly, never had skin problems, but I took Zyrtec for allergies. Immediately after going off Zyrtec, my body was on fire for weeks. Eventually, it localized to my arms and back. It was awful. For years I dealt with this. Constant itching, threw away so many blood spotted shirts, couldn't wear short sleeves, everyone always thought I had poison ivy, couldn't sleep without heavy antihistamine which made me non-functional the next day. I was skeptical when my Dr mentioned this drug. I've used every lotion and potion on the market, the success stats weren't that impressive and giving myself a shot every 2 weeks sounded awful. But, 10 days in, my Eczema was gone. Not reduced. GONE. It's been about 7 weeks now and my skin is clear and hasn't itched at all. I'm lucky my insurance covered it, and I still worry about as yet undiscovered long term side effects, but this medicine has been a life saver for me."

• Bano
• February 6, 2020

Dupixent (dupilumab) for Eczema "I have had eczema most of my life. It went away when I was 8 but came back at 13. I suffered horribly for a couple of years. Over 50% of my body was covered in eczema and kept getting worse as I got older. Nothing worked. I started dupixent in July 2019. At first, I experienced major dry eye and a couple cold sores. These side effects only lasted a couple months and then completely resolved. My eczema completely cleared up within 2 weeks of use. Unfortunately as of lately, rashes have been coming back. I have mild spots on my wrists, fore arms and shoulders, but lately the rash has been absolutely brutal on my neck and jaws. I am hoping it is just the weather, but dupixent should not be allowing this to happen at all. I still recommend this medication because it has resolved 80% of my issues. I plan on discontinuing the medication this summer just to see what happens, as I do not want to be on it forever— Overall I have had a good experience with it."

• Monkey
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 1, 2020

Dupixent (dupilumab) for Atopic Dermatitis "I was on Dupixent for a year and one month. I've been on Prednisone 10 mg for 55 years. It cleared up my Asthma, Eczema and Nasal Polyps. I was now down to 5 mg and was going to keep tapering further. However , I was losing my hair and starting to get close to balding. It's confusing, because it effects people differently. I think it will benefit a lot of people. Unfortunately I have made the decision to stop using it. I don't want to go bald. I understand that it does cause this in some people Good luck to all."

• RJGA
• May 30, 2017

Dupixent (dupilumab) for Atopic Dermatitis "I have been on Dupixent for 4 weeks. My skin began to clear up after two weeks and now is nearly completely cleared up. Itching is another problem. It is now starting to stop. So, so far I'm pleased. My only worry is how long do I have to be on Dupixent. It has been hard to get an answer--my doctor said one year but in another place I read that I'll always be on it."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 8, 2019

Dupixent (dupilumab) for Eczema "I’ve had eczema all my life and it recently started getting so bad over the summer. I itch severely when my body temp increases. I went on antibiotic all the time just to get rid of the flare ups until my dermatologist told me about dupixent. I have seen such a dramatic change. It is so amazing to not be itchy every single minute of the day and to have such clear skin on my body. It only started working after two shots but wow it is amazing. I thank dupixent everyday for feeling confident in my skin again."

• Stevo
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 11, 2019

Dupixent (dupilumab) for Eczema "I received my loading dose in March of 2019. One week to the day my right eye developed a corneal edema. I can't say I'm really surprised cause I've had eye problems since thinning corneas ten years ago. I've been on two medications; prednisolone AC and Muro128. Four days on the medication for the corneal edema and my eye is clearing up but still cloudy. My skin did clear up within a week but the not having my eyesight isn't worth the trouble. Other than the eye problem, I've had no other negative reactions. I don't plan on getting another dupixent shot."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 10, 2019

Dupixent (dupilumab) for Atopic Dermatitis "I’ve only been taking Dupixent for about a month and already have seen quite an improvement to my SEVERE eczema. I’m also a brittle asthmatic and have noticed I’m using asthma inhaler 1/3 LESS than I was before so that was a GREAT surprise and bonus! My skin is not completely clear or nearly smooth yet but I know not to even expect to see full results for 3-4 months so given that, I give this medication an 8. I would never give it a 10 given the ridiculous cost but the ease of pharmacy delivery and administration of the drug in pre filled, syringes with retractable needles are great convenience so that bumps the ratings up a bit. I am VERY HAPPY with my results from Dupixent so far!"

• Annie
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• December 20, 2018

Dupixent (dupilumab) for Atopic Dermatitis "My skin has improved 100% since this drug. I had horrible itching and topical treatment only made the creepy crawly intense itching worse. I would scratch till there was blood and my skin oozed but still I would itch. I can sleep! It's so worth the side effects! After a year all of the dry itchy eye & swollen lids have gone!"

• Ron
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 26, 2020

Dupixent (dupilumab) for Chronic Rhinosinusitis With Nasal Polyps "On Dupixent since January. Had seemed to help with sinusitis, however after 3 or 4 injections I have become extremely fatigued and tired after any effort or exercise. This is very unusual for me even though I am 81. Not sure if Dupixent is the problem since I have a very slow heart rate when at rest. May stop the medication temporarily."

• Susan
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 9, 2019

Dupixent (dupilumab) for Atopic Dermatitis "I was on Dupixent for one for year and the beginning I had itchy red very dry eyes than later developed extreme joint pain in my knees and ankles but I cleared up my skin look great for year until I realized my aches and pains were due to the Dupixent also weight gain I got off of it and now my rashes are starting to come back but just not worth the side effects that Dupixent gave me not willing to go back on Dupixent"

• Sjones
• December 10, 2018

Dupixent (dupilumab) for Eczema "I had 3 dupixent injections, within 4 days my skin was so much better, I was amazed. However, it was short lived as I got double pink eye and horrible chapped lips and sores around my lips. Its horrible! I haven't taken the medication since March 2018, and I still have residual side effects! And my eczema is now worse than its ever been. I hope the side affects go away and stay gone."

• Monkey
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 26, 2019

Dupixent (dupilumab) for Atopic Dermatitis "Have been on oral steroids for 44 years daily for severe atopic eczema, asthma and sinus atopic allergies. This medicine has finally given me a chance to start cutting back on the steroids. I am very optimistic about my condition, and hope to be steroid free in a few months. The only side effect I had was red eyes the first 2 months. That went away and I have had no other side effects. I hope this will be more affordable in the future for those that don't have good health coverage."

• Possu...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 21, 2019

Dupixent (dupilumab) for Eczema "After only 6 shots I had no flare ups, and felt great! But, 2 weeks after my 6th shot, my eyes started pouring water, itching like crazy, very irritated and red. As I've never in my life had that occur, I can only attribute it to the dupixent, especially after reading up on it some more and reading peoples reviews with the same side effect. It has been 2 months since I've had a shot and my eyes are not any better, despite prescription drops, allergy tablets, etc."

• Sam
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• April 3, 2020

Dupixent (dupilumab) for Atopic Dermatitis "Definitely wasn’t what I was hoping for have seen skin about 25-30% clearer extremely dry face bout same as b4 I still get rashes on my back off and on neck is still inflamed regularly been on for about 8 months now Have a flare up right before shot and it never seems to take effect for at least 2 days after and I will clear up slightly for a few days then I will go back to whole body rash itching hasn’t been relieved much at all it’s an ok alternative to other drugs and worth the attempt but it doesn’t work great for me wish everyone luck"

• surf1...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• June 18, 2019

Dupixent (dupilumab) for Atopic Dermatitis "I started Dupixent August 2017 to replace the cyclosporine and it helped cosmetically with my skin but does very little to stop the itch. My AD is severe and after reading the trials it was only about as effective as cyclosporine but w/o the side effects. I scratch throughout the day - not 24/7 but enough to suffer from sleep deprivation and the social stigma of scratching and having skin come off due to how vigorous I scratch. Sheets changed weekly with blood spots from the bleeding."

• Clear...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• August 22, 2018

Dupixent (dupilumab) for Eczema "Dupixent has completely changed my quality of life. Like many, I've had severe eczema since infancy that only worsened as I got older. I'd tried everything from topical steroids to acupuncture, eventually resorting to nausea-inducing antibiotics (cefadroxil) once my flare-ups became so severe that I would break out in constant skin infections and had to take weeks off work at a time. It's been a year since I've begun using Dupixent, and my skin is 95% clear. While I still have very minor redness behind my knees and neck, my skin overall has elasticity and softness, and I no longer have flare-ups of any kind. I can wear the clothes I want, sleep through the night without itching--but most importantly, be confident in myself again. People who didn't know me before Dupixent actually stop and tell me how beautiful my skin looks. I highly recommend others who have severe eczema or AD to ask their doctors about Dupixent."

• Itchy
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 19, 2019

Dupixent (dupilumab) for Eczema "I am very sensitive to medications in general. From day one I noticed a decrease in energy level, plus I would start sweating doing anything (going up flight of stairs). But it did take away my eczema! it was a hard decision for me to go off of it after about 7 months because we all know what it is like living with eczema. But I hate side effects! Now, still searching for that wonder medication without the side effects."

• Polis...
• February 7, 2019

Dupixent (dupilumab) for Atopic Dermatitis "Eczema/atopic dermatitis/ allergies run in my family & I’ve suffered since I was a baby, like most, tried steroids, light therapy, EVERYTHING - nothing cleared it up. I moved to TX a few years ago and the heat made me break out even more, head to toe I was too embarrassed to wear shorts or tank tops- swimming irritates it etc. I just turned 33 & was crying every night out of frustration because I was in pain and itched so badly I’d go days with no sleep. Thankfully I was approved for Dupixent Myway so do not have to pay the crazy costs. The shots are twice a month and have made a huge difference in quality of life. I have mild breakouts here and there but nothing like the relentless, unsightly itchy skin I had before. For me, making sure my showers aren’t too hot, sleeping w/ cool covers & moisturizing with canola oil! It’s unscented and I rub it into my skin after the shower & at night. Paired with Dupixent I’m 95% clear!"

• heyhe...
• October 25, 2019

Dupixent (dupilumab) for Atopic Dermatitis "I've now been on Dupixent for 6 months. Starting last March, I was not only getting my usual eczema, but I was also getting welts and contact dermatitis for unknown reasons. I was literally up all night itching, and showers were excruciating. I decided to go on Dupixent because topical treatments were no longer working for me. Within the first month on Dupixent, my body was basically clear and my itch had drastically decreased. However, within about 3 months, I did begin to notice some unique looking rashes on my face and around my eyes. Fast forward to 6 months later, and my eyes are indeed watery and itchy like others have mentioned, but it's not totally unbearable yet. I got in contact with my dermatologist, and he said that there is a theory that Dupixent basically uncovers an allergy to ingredients that are commonly present in cosmetics and lotions. I'm not quite ready to give up on Dupixent yet, as it's greatly improved my quality of life in other ways."

• Much...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 7, 2022

Dupixent (dupilumab) for Eosinophilic Esophagitis "I’ve been taking Dupixent for 10 weeks now, and I’m quite pleased with Dupixent. It’s response time is pretty much immediate, which has given me the much needed relief it promises. In addition, I’ve noticed how quickly I feel the return the symptoms of EoE when it’s time to do my weekly dose. 5 stars"

• Brenda
• February 10, 2024

Dupixent (dupilumab) for Atopic Dermatitis "Oh, sweet Dupixent! Where have you been all these years of my life? I have been diagnosed with so many things over those 24 years. I have suffered many years without relief. Nothing cured it. I have tried everything, prescription and OTC. It is too many to list. I thought I was going to have to live with this the rest of my life. And I had given up. Even worse, I suffer from chronic itching. When I started the Dupixent injections, my skin was at its worst. I just had my 4th injection. But I am already healed!!! (insert cry face here) The itch is 100% gone. The last breakout is completely healed and I haven't had one since. This has changed my life! I wish more people knew about this!"

• Nicole
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• April 25, 2018

Dupixent (dupilumab) for Eczema "Dupixent has been life changing for me. I was diagnosed at age 6 and I am currently 32 years of age. I have severe eczema and typically dress completely covered to prevent the stares, questions and comments. I have not been able to wear my wedding ring for 7 years because of the dyshidrotic eczema. on my hands. I have never been bowling with my children, the oldest being 12. I have a hard time allowing anyone to touch me because my skin is so hypersensitive, it drives me insane. I have never slept all the way through the night. My self esteem is highly affected and exercise is nearly impossible with the sweat pouring and irritating the wounds. Sometimes, just getting out of bed, walking, or taking a shower is enough to send me to tears. Dupixent has given me a new life. It has given me life back. I now know what all eczema took from me and I am forever grateful for the opportunity to be on this medication."

• Emoti...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 7, 2022

Dupixent (dupilumab) for Chronic Rhinosinusitis With Nasal Polyps "I started Dupixent in July 2020. It was administered twice a week for 18 weeks. 7 out of the 9 times it felt like my arm was on fire when it was being administered but instantly went away when the nurse was done. 8 out of 9 times I was an emotional wreck 5 minutes after getting the med. I cried uncontrollably for a minute or 2 as if someone had died but the feeling and the crying spell would instantly turn off like someone flipped a switch. I stopped taking medicine because of these side effects and it did not work to clear up my chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps. Has anyone else had these reactions to Dupixent?"

• Zia...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 21, 2018

Dupixent (dupilumab) for Eczema "I’ve been suffering from eczema my entire life. In the past few years I’ve had major break outs, really major. You know, the ones when you can’t sleep, stop scratching, and you’re covered in sores. Nothing works, not even rounds and rounds of prednisone where the only thing you get are horrible side effects. Ugh! No fun. I’ve taken Dupixent 5 times so far, one being the initial dose of 2 units and the other 3 self-administered and it’s been a miracle for me. I also suffer from hideous asthma (of course) and my side effect from Dupixent has been NO asthma episodes! Already! I feel like I’d imagine a normal person feels. I CAN BREATHE AND DO THINGS! And I’m not dying of asthma attacks all the time. I’d LOVE to kiss the manufacturer AND work for the company as a spokesperson. There aren’t enough stars to rate Dupixent as high as I want to. It really is magical unicorn fairy dust!!"

• Thank...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• July 3, 2018

Dupixent (dupilumab) for Eczema "After 44 years of debilitating eczema, all I can say is thank you. I’ve never had clear skin despite heavy continuous use of steroids. I had lost partial use of my fingers due to so many cracks and scar tissue. My skin was always red and infected and my poor wife suffered so much because of my eczema. After 10 months on Dupixent I can tell you I have regained total use of my hands and I don’t have a cut or crack on my whole body. When you live your whole life with bad eczema you get used to nothing really working and just kind of give up. Dupixent has given me a quality of life I never thought I would have! My only concern is when I get dropped from the Dupixent My Way Program and then my insurance will not cover it. I can’t afford the $2900 a month. I just prey that doesn’t happen. Seriously, thank you to all the researchers and doctors who have come up with this amazing drug!"