Arthrotec User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

• EDWYN
• Taken for 10 years or more
• November 11, 2012

"I have been on Arthrotec for 12 yrs now. For me it was a life saver. I fractured 11 vertebra , both shoulders, both legs, bother arms-and had multiple surgery's. This medicine was like no other I had tried before. It allowed me to regain some type of life. "

• calic...
• June 27, 2009

For Rheumatoid Arthritis "I was on Arthrotec for about 2 years and found it to be a great drug, but now have had to go off it because of risk of kidney damage and cannot take any more NSAIDs. I have been put on Plaquenil and while waiting for it to kick in, have also been put on Prednisone, which has helped tremendously. Hope the Plaquenil will soon work so I can get off the Prednisone."

• markb...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 13, 2023

"Two very effective medications combined is very convenient. However, it's still hard on the stomach. The misoprostol dosage should be higher, perhaps 300mcg with the 50mg and 400mcg with the 75mg. Also, diclofenac is hard on the kidneys. But used 2 days a week it is very effective."

• MChel
• June 6, 2016

For Rheumatoid Arthritis "I have had RA for 6 yrs. Recently I changed Docs, and he suggested Arthrotec as it was discovered I have early onset OA as well, I needed something else besides Metho and Humira. Let me say, Arthrotec is AMAZING, I hadn't felt so good in years! I am 35 yrs old and I was able to play with my kids, run around which I haven't been able to do. All was great until I ended up in the ER. I thought I was having a heart attack. Luckily it was not but it was an Ulcer. At least I had a little time with my kids."

• 06Honda
• June 2, 2017

For Sciatica "Started taking this medication about a week ago for Sciatica related pain, I had L5-L6 back surgery 10 years ago and get flare ups of pain from post surgery. It has helped the pain a fair bit, I still feel the right buttock pain when driving my car but other types of sittings is much better. The side effects are not so good, ablot of bloating. I feel like I have a balloon in my tummy; upset stomach; light headed and dizzy. With having vertigo in the past its hard to tell if is Vertigo or the medication. Doctor wanted me to try it for 2 weeks but will go see him today after 1 week and have a chat with him about it. My dosage is 2 pills per day with food 50MG. I will ask if taking 1 per day may be and idea and who knows it may be enough?"

• Thrif...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• July 11, 2018

For Rheumatoid Arthritis "I have been diagnosed with RA and X-rays also show degenerated disk disease. I usually take Celebrex, but when my back flares up I go to the one and only Arthrotec 50 mg / twice a day. I can actually get back on the treadmill again. The only medication that loosens up my back. A wonder drug!"

• 11Q11
• May 26, 2018

For Rheumatoid Arthritis "Suffering from RA, Osteo, Fibro, and Sjogrens. Diagnosed at 41, am now 53. On Enbrel and Arthrotec75. This combination works very well for me, I still have pain but it is manageable. I tried to do generic arthrotec but it did not work. I usually take one tab before bed. If I am going to be very active, I will take one on the morning as well, but that is rare. The gas and stomach upset is expected along with feeling very hungry, and I do have bathroom issues from it. I have lost weight while taking this. I believe a lot of inflammation stems from the digestive track and when it is emptied I suffer a lot less. I will watch my kidneys, but as for this med I love it and the pros outweigh the cons."

• FLAP
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• March 1, 2018

For Osteoarthritis "I have Multiple sclerosis (MS) AND severe arthritis. The pain of arthritis is difficult sometimes to define from the other pain effects. If I fall, which is often, that pain is much worse. Lately, I was stupid so I increased the Arthrotec, after having frequent falls and finding the pain too much. Because of the higher dose, now I have edema (swelling) in my legs, and feet. I must start weaning back to a lesser dose since edema may not be likely, but it IS listed as a possibility. Even with my MS, I never had edema. I have to wing it from here. I'd rather have pain from ages-present arthritis, than edema because I stupidly thought a rather low dose would be a good thing to increase without considering the cost of really bad side effects. Lesson to take away: leave the dosing to your doctor and don't play at being a know-it-all because that never, ever works."

• Laura
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 8, 2018

For Osteoarthritis "After taking two 50mg doses am and pm I am having to sit up in bed hoping that the gas and stomach upset will pass so I can get some sleep. I did notice some pain relief but I won't take it again due to the stomach upset."

• Mariner
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 20, 2021

For Osteoarthritis "Arthrotec 75 tablets taken twice daily as prescribed by one doctor resulted in a severe stomach ulcer requiring an antacid medication regimen for 30 days . Also blood test was performed. Arthrotec only made in non coated form so will not protect stomach lining and should not even be approved for use!!"

• kaki_...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 26, 2013

For Osteoarthritis "Just started taking Arthotec, but I can tell a difference already. I have less pain. I also feel very hungry and nauseous. I've had a little dizziness too."

• Anonymous
• September 2, 2008

For Sciatica "I have a bulging disc on my L5 that is pinching my sciatic nerve. Arthrotec started working right away. I only take one a day. No side effects yet."

• Anonymous
• January 1, 2012

For Osteoarthritis "For people suffering from inflammation this medication is amazing! After 2 days my pain was gone, no long term regimen. I've suggested this medicine to many people. "

• Herry...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• December 12, 2012

For Rheumatoid Arthritis "I have been taking this for 12 yrs , made a big differences in my life. Tried every medicine and none had the same effect. Take two pills a day, 3 upsets my stomach. Without this I would be bedridden."

• lilcrow
• April 28, 2008

For Rheumatoid Arthritis "Can't live without it."

• Anonymous
• September 13, 2009

For Sciatica "It works!!!"

• Anonymous
• December 5, 2011

For Osteoarthritis "I have had pain and stiffness in my neck for quite some time and this medication has greatly improved these symptoms. I use it every other day and it works very well."

• Ashle...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• February 3, 2019

For Rheumatoid Arthritis "Two 50 mg daily. Usually knocks the pain level back to manageable. Without it I would be miserable with a poor quality of life . Generic did not work for me."

• DAVID...
• November 26, 2009

For Osteoarthritis "Very effective daily use 2 x 75mg per day. Hell if you forget one or two though. Now dependent on it!"

• Thats...
• July 3, 2016

For Rheumatoid Arthritis "This drug has put my mom into kidney failure as she was on it for several years. I strongly caution anyone using this for extended periods."