Glatiramer User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)

• Anonymous
• October 2, 2009

Copaxone (glatiramer) for Multiple Sclerosis "I have been using Copaxone for almost ten years. In that time, I have had maybe two flare-ups. I self-inject. Found the auto-inject hurt more. Skin irritation lasts less than half an hour. The only long-term side effect is a loss of fat cells under the skin, which causes slight indentations. I chose Copaxone after many hours of research and have never been sorry. I intend to continue using this drug until someone convinces me there is something better."

• Bourg
• December 28, 2015

Copaxone (glatiramer) for Multiple Sclerosis "I've had MS for almost 8 years and been on Copaxone the whole time. I'm still on Copaxone and will continue to use Copaxone as long as I can. Going tomorrow to get 3 MRIs and an X-ray. The MRIs are with and without contrast. Because without contrast they wouldn't see new lesions. MS gets my right side numb: face, nose, tongue, throat, right side only. Two weeks ago, I experienced my first MS hug. Horrible feeling. I get spasms all over, and it affects my bladder as well. I hope it goes well for me tomorrow. The MRIs don't bother me - it's waiting on the results."

• Monic...
• May 21, 2016

Copaxone (glatiramer) for Multiple Sclerosis "I wrote a review in 12/2015. Unfortunately, I had to stop using Copaxone because I got bad reactions. The last one was body shaking, like if I had a machine connected to my body for one hour, my buttocks muscle shaking so much. I got very scared and stopped the medication. It's been 2 months, and I don't think I will go back to it. I am just trying to eat healthy, I cut all dairy and red meat."

• deetr...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 16, 2016

Copaxone (glatiramer) for Multiple Sclerosis "So far, doing good. Got a diagnosis of MS in January 2016. I was numb from the waist down. Took a month for the numbness to recede. I am very unbalanced. I am hoping as months pass that will disappear. My energy has not returned for me yet. Maybe it will. I am praying so. No reactions except itching on the back of my arms. That is all. I do all 7 sites."

• Dixie...
• November 11, 2010

Copaxone (glatiramer) for Multiple Sclerosis "I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis 2 years ago, and this is the 1st medicine I've tried and hopefully the only! I've only had 1 relapse since I've been on it, and the only side effects I've had (other than the after-shot reaction, which I've had 2 times and isn't as bad as it sounds if you know it can happen) are redness, swelling, and itching at the injection site and weight loss (which I'm not complaining about). Sure, everyone's response will be different, just like MS is different for everyone, but I'm very happy with this therapy and got over the fear of needles quickly. Actually, I feel empowered when I take my injection."

• cpk
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• July 28, 2015

Copaxone (glatiramer) for Multiple Sclerosis "I was diagnosed with MS 10 years ago by MRI after many falls due to foot drop, around 2005. I took Copaxone from 2009 - 2011, 20 mg per day. It didn't help, it didn't hurt. I stopped because my insurance wouldn't cover it anymore. I've had regular symptoms over the last 10 (or even 30) years, they have gotten progressively worse the last 2 years. I got back on Copaxone about 4 months ago, 40 mg 3 times a week. I don't think it is helping. My site reactions are worse than they were with 20 mg daily shots. I have gotten to the point where I can barely walk without pain, weakness, and shin splints from the muscle weakness in my legs and inability to walk and balance properly. I take Copaxone ONLY because I'm afraid not to. Good luck."

• Louise...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 21, 2023

Copaxone (glatiramer) for Multiple Sclerosis "Until today, I have had no issues with Copaxone. Today, it's possible that using my Whisperject, I may have accidentally injected into a vein with the result that, within 5 minutes of injection, I experienced accelerated breathing, flushing, nausea and intense back spasms. These passed relatively quickly. Other than that, I have had no issues, apart from injection site irritation and pain. Currently, it's too soon to assess the benefits, as this was only my 18th injection, and I don't go back to my neurologist until October."

• Ironm...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• January 15, 2019

Copaxone (glatiramer) for Multiple Sclerosis "Transitioned from Avonex when it stopped providing benefits. While Copaxone has not fully stopped disease progression, it has slowed progression to a crawl. In fact any progression of the MS has been difficult to discern except over long periods of time, looking back!"

• PoolBum
• July 26, 2010

Copaxone (glatiramer) for Multiple Sclerosis "I was diagnosed with MS 10 years ago and started on Copaxone within a month. I chose Copaxone because it's a subcutaneous (tiny needle) injection rather than an intramuscular injection, with no flu-like symptoms. During these 10 years, I have had only one flare-up. When I first started on the drug, I had painful site reactions that lasted about an hour. After a couple of months, these got less severe and soon became very mild, and currently, I have no injection site discomfort. I don't have much body fat, and I suspect I was accidentally injecting into muscle tissue, which I understand can cause burning pain. Teva's Shared Solutions is a great and caring resource. Thanks, Teva!"

• Liana_h
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 28, 2012

Copaxone (glatiramer) for Multiple Sclerosis "I'm 17, and I've been on this medicine for 6 months now, and I'm super pleased with it. I chose it because I didn't want flu-like symptoms. At first, I was nervous about getting skin reactions, but I haven't had anything at all! It was quite painful for the first couple of weeks, and using heat and cold packs helped it, but now I don't need to use them. I totally recommend this, but it's a bit too soon for me to know if it's reducing attacks."

• Fifty...
• July 15, 2017

Copaxone (glatiramer) for Multiple Sclerosis "Hey all! I was diagnosed with MS 25 years ago. I was on no meds for 15 yrs, Copaxone 20mg for 5 yrs then switched to Gilenya for 6 yrs. Then 2 weeks hospitalized with viral encephalitis!! Do not go on immune suppressing MS drugs!! I agree with others about the Wahl protocol... eat to feed your brain. Also include cardo, strength training and stretching weekly. I am starting Copaxone 40 mg. Should be no problem. "

• JLD
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 20, 2019

Glatopa (glatiramer) for Multiple Sclerosis "I was completely stable on Copaxone for years, with no progression, until Cigna made me switch to Glatopa. After several weeks on Glatopa I began having severe symptoms, including numbness and tingling in my extremities, difficulty using my hands, clumsiness in one foot, and difficulty thinking. I am afraid and wish I had never tried this drug."

• dryh2o
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 4, 2013

Copaxone (glatiramer) for Multiple Sclerosis "I was diagnosed in July 2012. Finally! I could no longer walk, my legs had gotten so weak. I was already in a wheelchair. PPMS is not fun. I have noticed that my legs are stronger, but still not able to walk. And my MS has not gotten any worse. I don't have and have never had 'flare-ups,' but at the rate I was going downhill before Copaxone, this is great. I don't like the shots, but I know they are worth it."

• dawndee
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 5, 2013

Copaxone (glatiramer) for Multiple Sclerosis "I have been on Copaxone for a week. Side effects give me severe stomach pain, back and side pain, and vomiting. I'm going to try to get through it this weekend. If symptoms persist, it will go in the trash, and I will have my doc give me something new."

• Ms...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• September 10, 2016

Copaxone (glatiramer) for Multiple Sclerosis "Have been on Copaxone 20 mg every day for 14 years. Only one major flare-up in 2011 that left me numb from the waist down, had to learn to walk again. But only missed 5 days not taking Copaxone. Am okay with a shot every day. Am now walking with a walker, no flare-ups since 2012."

• Have...
• March 28, 2013

Copaxone (glatiramer) for Multiple Sclerosis "Been on this medicine for almost one month, not quite sure if it's working 100% yet, but I feel quite well. Hands still have a tingly feeling, but I'm able to work and walk good, just have to keep faith! It does burn when being injected, other than that, I just pray it works well."

• Glenn...
• May 9, 2016

Copaxone (glatiramer) for Multiple Sclerosis "Have been on Copaxone 20, Avonex, and Tysabri. Avonex caused bigeminy, Tysabri was stopped because I had the virus and could have a brain infection. Copaxone has kept me free of relapses for 12 years. I recently started Copaxone 40 and have had 2 massive injection site reactions and am currently off treatment. I hope I can start back on Copaxone 20 in 6 weeks. I am a lucky person. I am weak and tired, at 67 doing okay. I do not recommend Copaxone 40, but do not want geneticists."

• Ms pa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 10, 2023

Copaxone (glatiramer) for Multiple Sclerosis "I took copaxone for several months. I felt strange after the first injection and each subsequent injection. I started having itchy scalp and other small issues and thought it was dandruff developing or my thyroid acting up again but my last injection I knew it was the drug because I developed hives instantly after injection. I was told to stop taking it or I could have anaphylactic shock next injection. I wish I had never taken this drug as now I have several cysts that I didn’t have before. I’m convinced they are my body’s reaction to the drug. None of these Ms drugs work honestly. How can they give a drug for something they have no idea the cause? Be discerning fellow sufferer."

• TRUST...
• May 8, 2009

Copaxone (glatiramer) for Multiple Sclerosis "My doctor let me choose which medicine I wanted to be on. After many hours of research, I chose Copaxone. I absolutely love it. I self-inject. I do not use the auto-inject. Less pain that way. I love it so much. Very easy to do - the only area I can't reach is behind the arms, and my kids do those ones. Only site reactions. I feel great and look forward to many flare-free years."

• Spool
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• June 23, 2016

Copaxone (glatiramer) for Multiple Sclerosis "Was on Copaxone for 3 years. Horrid reaction after many injections as it seemed I was often hitting a vein. Huge welts from injections that took weeks to subside. Last straw was the killing of flesh on left arm. Surgeon said damage looked like a chemical burn from the inside out. Two surgeries to repair and have 8 inch scar as permanent reminder. This was back in 2003."

• Anonymous
• July 18, 2012

Copaxone (glatiramer) for Multiple Sclerosis "I started Copaxone 2 years ago, and I am doing fantastic! I never miss a day, and aside from a small bump at the injection site that lasts for a few hours, I have not experienced any negative side effects. I had my latest MRI 2 weeks ago, and according to my neurologist, everything looks great."

• Diana
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• June 16, 2015

Copaxone (glatiramer) for Multiple Sclerosis "Diagnosed March 2014, and have been on Copaxone (3x weekly) since May 2014. Two MRIs since (Oct '14 and June '15) have shown no change. Had one exacerbation in April. Overall, I am pleased. I do have site reactions, red itchy lumps, but worth it to have little to no progression. Early in treatment, I had hair loss for 3 months, but that did stop. Plan to continue this treatment."

• Sunsh...
• March 3, 2019

Glatopa (glatiramer) for Multiple Sclerosis "I was on copaxone for 6 years with no issue's and stable MRI. Then Cigna forced me to switch to glatopa.I tried to fight to stay on it even with my doc note to stay on copaxone. No luck. So I tried it. Terrible auto injector compared to coxpaxone. It took weeks to inject correctly. 5 months on it and I had a relapse. I am still on it until I see my neuro and decide what to do. I don't like all the other choices out there and the side effects. All I know is I was fine ,until the insurance company switched me with no concern that it is not the same drug. This is what happen to me. You might do great on it but that is your choIce."

• PJams
• Taken for 10 years or more
• February 5, 2017

Copaxone (glatiramer) for Multiple Sclerosis "I was diagnosed with RRMS in 1993. Tried Avonex, worst side effects body pain, pounding headache instantly. Stopped drug after 6 wks. In 1999 had relapse. Double vision, numb on left side, slurred speech, dizziness, fatigue, unable to walk without falling, my mind felt odd. Doctor at DUKE university suggested Copaxone 20mg. Started in 1999. Now on 40mg 3 times a week. Had relapse may 2016. I have itching, welts, injection pain, lumps and permanent indentations."

• Tabpolo
• Taken for 10 years or more
• June 1, 2019

Copaxone (glatiramer) for Multiple Sclerosis "Diagnoses in 2006, started on Rebif which early killed me. Crashing Blood sugar levels. Got on Copaxone, first 20 mg every day, then 40 mg 3x/week. Besides the minor effects of tingling, fatigue, slowing down, no major issues. MRIs show minor progression. Nov 2018 my insurance notified me it would no longer cover the cost. I’ve been working with my doctor to find the next med, tried Tecfidera, stopped after 3 weeks the side effects were so horrible. I want back on Copaxone."