Adalimumab User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

• Mar...
• August 26, 2013

Adalimumab for Psoriasis "I have been using Humira to treat my psoriatic arthritis for 12 years along with Methotrexate (currently 43 yrs old). My psoriasis (and arthritis) went away after 3 months of using them and I've never had any side effects. My doc asked me to stop using Humira to see if it was still necessary and now after 3 months my psoriasis is back. Going back to the doctors to get his approval to go back on it. It has worked perfectly for me, you just have to deal with the pain of the monthly injection, also it is very expensive if you don't have insurance."

• hum...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• July 26, 2015

Adalimumab for Rheumatoid Arthritis "I started on Humira a year after my diagnosis and felt better overnight. It wasn't the pain that was doing me in, it was the total lack of energy and not feeling like myself. I finally felt normal again. My doctor wanted me to also take methotrexate, but the oral pills caused almost constant vomiting. After my wrist problems, I tried the methotrexate again with no success, so I was put on Enbrel. I had some minor skin infections on Humira but never ran a fever, and they could always be cleared up. So after almost 3 years on Humira, I was switched to Enbrel. My energy plummeted, although I had no pain or flares, I just had constant respiratory infections with fevers. I was put on subcutaneous methotrexate and Humira, and my energy returned. I am so much happier!"

• Ley...
• May 6, 2015

Adalimumab for Ankylosing Spondylitis "I was diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis 8 months ago at the age of 49, although I had back pain and sacroiliac joint pain for many years, which seemed to be getting worse and worse. I started getting inflammation in my eyes about 10 years ago (uveitis). On my ophthalmologist's advice, I saw a rheumatologist and even though white lines appeared on my SI joints on MRI scans, she was unhelpful. I got worse and kept self-medicating. After more bouts of uveitis, I went to see the rheumatologist again, who tested me for the HLA gene. When it came back negative, she dismissed me again until 3 years later when I could no longer walk, even though I had been swimming and doing Pilates. Humira has given me my life back after 4 months. My mobility is back."

• Anonymous
• November 8, 2011

Adalimumab for Rheumatoid Arthritis "I have had rheumatoid arthritis for three years. It came on overnight and totally overwhelmed me in pain. Thanks to a great doctor, I was immediately referred to a rheumatologist who started me on methotrexate (weekly), prednisone (daily), and Humira every two weeks. My doses of prednisone were gradually reduced, and I have now been off it totally for 6 months. I went from 20mg of methotrexate weekly to zero now. Humira is the only medicine being taken weekly, and even though stiffness and swelling have returned to some degree, I am still great compared to where I started. Side effects include higher liver enzymes and daily itching outbreaks. Otherwise, if I can remain at this level for another 30 years, I'll be fortunate."

• ACA...
• March 24, 2013

Adalimumab for Ankylosing Spondylitis "Female, age 40 with Ankylosing Spondylitis on Humira 2 x monthly for 2.5 years. I am so thankful for this medicine! I was crippled by this disease during inflammation for several years, and Humira eliminated it. The only drawbacks are that I am still chronically fatigued, am prone to infections, and fear the unknown long-term effects of Humira."

• Anonymous
• October 19, 2011

Adalimumab for Crohn's Disease, Maintenance "This medicine has given me my life back. I was initially very afraid because of all the potential side effects, and I tend to react severely to medicines. But my Crohn's Disease and rheumatoid arthritis progressed to the point where I couldn't function anymore. I started Humira in conjunction with Plaquenil, and it has completely turned my life around. The pain and stiffness are gone, the fatigue is significantly reduced, and I have lost weight and have the energy to exercise again. The injections are not pleasant, and the initial side effects of nausea and flu-like symptoms were pretty rough for the first couple of injections. I got worse after the first one, but I'm glad I stuck it out because I'm doing fantastic now."

• Jim...
• September 26, 2017

Adalimumab for Rheumatoid Arthritis "I have been taking Humira for four years. Before starting, I had severe RA pain in different joints most of the time, and RA flare-ups left me very debilitated. Humira began to work within the first two months. I take the injection every 10 days. I currently have no RA pain, experience no flare-ups, and have no side effects. It has been a wonder drug for me."

• Anonymous
• May 27, 2016

Adalimumab for Rheumatoid Arthritis "I've been taking Humira for two years for severe rheumatoid arthritis. One 40 mg shot a week. It's worked wonders on my arthritis. I also take 15 mg methotrexate once a week. No side effects except for extreme mood swings from extreme anger to laughing so hard I'd be in tears. I thought I was going crazy until I saw comments from other people taking Humira with similar side effects. Thanks to everyone for sharing your experiences. I'm not nuts after all."

• Tha...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 1, 2014

Adalimumab for Crohn's Disease, Maintenance "I had forgotten how it felt to be normal and healthy, to have energy. I was experiencing this after three months on Humira, only to be abruptly dropped from my insurance plan. I am so thankful for the AbbVie patient assistance plan, which has now approved me for a full year! I am looking forward to getting better again in the months ahead. I was afraid I was going to lose my job because of the flares, but now I am hopeful. Thanks."

• Lor...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• March 24, 2015

Adalimumab for Rheumatoid Arthritis "I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis after 2 years of awful pain. I am now using Humira with methotrexate. I also take sulfasalazine antibiotics daily due to lowered immunity. I take Prilosec for heartburn. I am able to work a full-time job and do most things that I enjoy."

• Sev...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• July 29, 2013

Adalimumab for Rheumatoid Arthritis "My 86-year-old mother has been on Humira for the past 2 years. She combined this treatment with methotrexate. Towards the end of the 2nd year, the effect of each Humira dose lasts less than 14 days at a time. Going down to 10 days at a time, then it completely stopped working for her. She has an excellent doctor, and we are looking at other alternatives for the moment, possibly Orencia. Overall, Humira worked wonders while it lasted."

• TNP...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• September 22, 2016

Adalimumab for Crohn's Disease, Maintenance "I have been a Crohn's sufferer since I was 18, I'm now 47. I have had two bowel resections, multiple blockages, and bowel symptoms that left me housebound for days at a time. I have been on Prednisone so much that I have maxed out the lifetime exposure limit, have tried Methotrexate (nausea+++), Pentasa (no change), and Remicade (serum reaction). I have been on Humira now for over 8 years, and aside from a few minor flare-ups, I have a life back. Bless all of the programs and benefit companies that have recognized that this medication has restored some people to being productive once again."

• Mar...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 15, 2025

For Psoriatic Arthritis "I have been using it for a month, and it has been wonderful. After 2 years and 2 months of receiving other treatments with pills, this medication gave me my life back. Infinite thanks for this great blessing in my life."

• Und...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 15, 2014

Adalimumab for Rheumatoid Arthritis "Humira was my first medicine to try for recently diagnosed rheumatoid arthritis. I had to stop after the second injection due to nausea, lethargy, my teeth hurt, and I had three to four migraines a week. I am trying a new medicine now and hope to see results. Humira has a discount program where you only pay $5. Ask your doctor about it!"

• Spa...
• October 21, 2015

Adalimumab for Psoriatic Arthritis "I was diagnosed with pain in 2004 after trying methotrexate (horrible drug which caused blackouts). I am now 37. I was prescribed Humira. I had severe plaque psoriasis and limited mobility. After the initial fear, the injections were very easy to administer. I inject into my tummy, occasionally I get one that stings. This drug has saved my life. After the first injection, I noticed improvement with pain, and after 6 weeks my psoriasis had cleared up. I was able to take my daughter swimming after hiding behind my clothes for years. If you read the leaflet, there are hideous side effects, and I feel sad that a lot of people experience these. I have taken it for 3 years, and it has improved my quality of life."

• Bec...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• March 6, 2019

Adalimumab for Ulcerative Colitis "I am 50 years old and have had UC since I was in my late 20s. I was on Remicade from 2006 to 2014 when it just stopped helping my symptoms. I have been hospitalized many times for UC, and when the Remicade was working, it was wonderful. In early 2014, my symptoms returned, and I felt horrible for months, and that is when my doctor prescribed Humira 40 mg every other week. I started in July of 2014 and have had no UC symptoms at all. It has been a lifesaver. I have to have a colonoscopy every 2 years due to my UC, and my last one in January 2017 showed no signs of the UC... Doc said best scan I have had in 10 years. Humira is so worth it and much easier than Remicade."

• Neo...
• July 15, 2018

Adalimumab for Ankylosing Spondylitis "Took Humira for AS, and it worked great the first month, and my pain went down to a 1. By month 6, I had contracted Klebsiella pneumonia from my lowered immune system from this drug and a subsequent systemic candida infection. That was 10 years ago, and I still have severe systemic candida from this poison. Nothing has helped...antifungals work but only temporarily because Humira permanently changed my immune system. I am now on permanent disability because of having to cope with both my original illness as well as the devastating effects from this DNA-altering drug. People...Abbott Labs does not care about you...only their bottom line and making billions. Humira is now black labeled, meaning you take it at your own risk, and Abbott Labs will not be responsible if you get infections or cancer from it because you were warned by their label."

• Anonymous
• June 22, 2011

Adalimumab for Rheumatoid Arthritis "I have been on Humira for 2 and a half years. This stuff is a great medicine. Yep, it stings for a minute or two, but seriously, are you really going to complain about that with all the relief it brings? Take the warning signs seriously and keep in touch with your doctor. And be thankful there is something that brings us not only relief, but slows down the damage to our joints."

• jak...
• January 10, 2014

Adalimumab for Ankylosing Spondylitis "I am 19 years old and was diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis (AS) when I was 17. I was prescribed Humira very quickly because my AS caused severe back, hip, and ankle pain, and I have been taking it for over a year now. So far, the medicine has worked very well, and I feel no pain whatsoever. The medicine does make me feel tired, but this is a genuine side effect."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 16, 2020

Adalimumab for Ulcerative Colitis "I was extremely nervous about trying this medication due to all of the negative reviews on here. My U.C. got really out of control without me even realizing it throughout college, and eventually, I decided to take charge of my health. My GI and I discussed all options and decided Humira was a good fit. I have now been on it for a year and fully in remission!! No blood and very little mucus for the last 7 months. I was discouraged because I saw no improvement for about 3 months, but I began to feel so much better soon after. I have not been sick from the immunosuppression at all, I was also worried about that. Give this medication a good try and give it some time if it is a good fit for you!!! Good luck everyone!!"

• cho...
• July 19, 2012

Adalimumab for Psoriasis "I have had psoriasis since I was 16 years old, covering over 90% of my body. I am a woman of 53 now. I have used creams, to no avail. I have been on Humira injections for about 18 months, and I am clear. I was actually able to wear a bathing suit to the beach this year with no signs anywhere of psoriasis. It has truly changed my life and my outlook. I am, after all these years, finally clear and normal. I don't have to hide myself with long sleeves and long pants year-round, answer those awkward questions, and looks from strangers. Truly a wonderful medication. No side effects as of yet. I'm not looking for any this far along in treatment. The shot does tend to be a bit painful, but through the few moments of pain, I receive clear skin."

• edd...
• July 5, 2009

Adalimumab for Rheumatoid Arthritis "The cost is the only reason I give it a 9-star instead of 10. I have been on Humira for about 2 months. The very next day after my first injection, I could close my fingers for the first time in months, my knees bent better, and a knot on my hand disappeared. Talk about a surprise for me! I worry about long-term effects of being on Humira but will figure that out later. I'm also on methotrexate and prednisone. I have recently quit Plaquenil and Celebrex."

• Pet...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• October 19, 2014

Adalimumab for Rheumatoid Arthritis "I have been on all the medicines and have achieved remission of various lengths with gold injections (1.5 yrs), minocycline (8 yrs), Enbrel (5 years before the efficacy started to diminish), and Humira (1 year) over the past 30 years. As a result of all the medicine treatments, I now have horrible lung complications similar to COPD (have never smoked anything). When the pain is excruciating, you are willing to take anything to make it better. Enbrel and Humira have left me with a continuous sinus infection that I keep under control with regular saltwater rinses. I have no ability to fight off infection and keep getting lung infections, which require me to stop the injections for the arthritis, and every time you stop, your body builds immunity."

• Kim...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 18, 2015

Adalimumab for Rheumatoid Arthritis "I am a 57-year-old female, diagnosed with RA 29 years ago. I took Enbrel for 9 years, but began to have more frequent flares, so my rheumatologist switched me to Humira. I took the first injection 20 days ago and felt great until day 12, when I developed severe flu-like symptoms, with aches and pains, and had a significant rash over my entire body and face. It was like having a major RA flare plus an itchy rash and headache at the same time. I was prescribed a six-day dose of prednisone and 24-hour-a-day Benadryl. I had little improvement three days later and received a steroid shot, which was three days ago. Four days later, I still have significant overall weakness, a major headache, and injection site reaction from the initial and last injection."

• cre...
• January 17, 2013

Adalimumab for Rheumatoid Arthritis "For the most part, the experience has been good. My rheumatoid arthritis is in remission, and there is no pain or stiffness. Recently, I had my first setback with a serious bladder/kidney infection that came on super fast. I had a short hospital stay with IV antibiotics, and then followed up with a 12-day course of Cipro. It cleared up. If this occurs again, I may rethink the whole biological course of action."