Golimumab User Reviews & Ratings (Page 5)

• Man...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 30, 2019

Golimumab for Ankylosing Spondylitis "I've been diagnosed with AS since 2010, but symptoms started in 2008. Started Simponi last month and was on my second shot last week. The first shot had been great, but after the second shot, I am experiencing constant dizziness."

• tc3...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• June 24, 2016

Golimumab for Ankylosing Spondylitis "I'm a 48-year-old female that started showing symptoms at age 17, diagnosed at 19 with the HLA-B27 marker. Total hip replacement at 29, chronic chest pain due to fusing. I have tried a butt-load of meds over the years, most oral due to lack of insurance (which thankfully, I now have), which cost me renal failure stage 2, including Methotrexate. I have a Medtronic pain pump and am on Oxycodone currently too. I have tried Enbrel, Humira, and now Simponi. Simponi works very well for me WHEN I can get the smart injections to work."

• Ner...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 22, 2022

Golimumab for Ankylosing Spondylitis "I was only on Simponi for 8 weeks, and sadly, it helped the pain and stiffness for my AS, but it caused major GI issues. I have IBD, and it is supposed to help with that, but it made mine 1000 times worse. Liquid diarrhea up to 10 times a day and abdominal pain were horrible. Once the meds wear off, the symptoms get better."

• gmo...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 30, 2015

Golimumab for Spondyloarthritis "Been on this for 2 and a half months. After the second injection, I went 13 days without taking any Norco or Soma, whereas I typically took one a day and two a day, respectively. It took a bit to get my insurance to cover it, but I had a severe reaction to Humira, allowing me to. Amazingly, it seems to work even better than my Enbrel at 11 weeks."

• Boo...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 20, 2019

Golimumab for Ulcerative Colitis "I have UC, fibromyalgia, RA, diabetes type 2, and many more health issues. I've been on SIMPONI for about 4 months, my symptoms have become worse: chronic pain, intense swelling, burning, tingling hands and feet, bloated stomach that just won't deflate, loss of appetite. I don't want to have the SIMPONI anymore. I'm now worried and scared, as it's rejected my body. I have just about had enough of the intense pain... I'm happy to hear good results from people it has worked for..."

• Vol...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 27, 2020

Golimumab for Ulcerative Colitis "I've got UC, started therapy with Simponi almost two years ago because I was steroid-dependent, even if I generally felt well. The last colonoscopy, done 6 months ago, showed that I was in complete remission, and luckily, I still feel great. I haven't noticed any collateral effect, maybe I've just gained some weight, but probably I was underweight before (I am 1.63m tall, and my actual weight is 51.5kg)."

• 7Do...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 19, 2023

Golimumab for Rheumatoid Arthritis "I was on Simponi Aria for almost a year. At first, it worked great. Helped my fatigue some. Then, about the last 3 infusions, after about a month, I could tell it was wearing off. So now, they are switching me to something else."

• non...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 16, 2022

Golimumab for Psoriatic Arthritis "I tried the injection once before after coming off of another biologic that made my symptoms worse. I did not really give it a chance as I did not seem to get any better. I was frustrated with my symptoms and took myself off of everything for 3 months. I had terrible joint pain, could not open anything up, and severe rash flare-up, so I tried it again with better results. So far, I will be on my second consecutive dose shortly. The only thing I have found odd and maybe unrelated is heart flutters and an upset stomach."

• ian...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• November 23, 2023

Golimumab for Psoriatic Arthritis "This medication has been a life changer. After years of medications that seemed to have no major effect on my condition, there was a very noticeable improvement in my affected joints from the very first dose. I have suffered no side effects and have found both types of injections easier to administer than I imagined."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• July 30, 2016

For Rheumatoid Arthritis "I'm 27, and I have had RA for 6 years. I've been on a few medications (Plaquenil, Celebrex, methotrexate) to find the best fit for me. I have been taking Simponi injections once a month (as well as 20 mg MTX weekly) for 7 months now, and I've had great success! Very slight pain in my foot by the end of the month, but nothing like what I've been through before. I exercise regularly and don't have any kind of pain, so happy. The only side effect I've noticed is fatigue, which can be challenging to manage at times, but I also really like naps, so if that's all I have to manage, I'm OK with that! My doctor says he's hoping he can start lowering/removing my dose of MTX soon too!"

• Ani...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 1, 2022

Golimumab for Ankylosing Spondylitis "Used for psoriatic arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. Seriously multiplied my pain by at least 10, psoriasis was also much, much worse than I’d ever had it previously. Extremely tired, asleep more than awake, terrible pressure felt on the top of my head daily, stuck with it for 5 months in the hope it would settle. No such luck in my case… could say it was worth trying, however, it really, really wasn’t. Wish I never used it at all."

• Kel...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• April 12, 2023

Golimumab for Ankylosing Spondylitis "Treating ankylosing spondylitis - took a long time to diagnose, but once I was, it explained the pain and stiffness, lethargy I experienced. I used to rest to reduce back pain, which was obviously the wrong thing for this condition. So, along with an increase in activity, I started Simponi (Golimumab) after suffering for about 7 years with the disease. I have now been on it for over 6 years or so and have had very little to no noticeable issues. However, the change in my sleep, stiffness, and pain is considerable. Even joints not typically associated with AS are improved pain-wise (I have a lot of sporting injuries). I sometimes get some stiffness creeping in at about the 4-week mark as I am due for the next injection (4 weekly). I also take glucosamine supplements for my knees, which also improve soreness for me, and coupled with Simponi, my knees have never been so good. I have often found Simponi to actually improve flu/fever/covid symptoms, contrary to instructions about infections."

• can...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• December 16, 2022

Golimumab for Psoriatic Arthritis "After taking sulfasalazine and Celebrex for years (also worked quite well)... Started my first biological, Simponi, 13 years ago, and it was a life changer. I have lived pain-free and clear skin since the day after I took my first shot. I know for me it gave me a quality of life I had only dreamed about for years. Wouldn't change it for anything. Sometimes the risk brings rewards. This was the case."

• Bob...
• September 29, 2022

Golimumab for Ankylosing Spondylitis "I’ve been using Simponi for almost 10 years now. Since starting, my back, neck, and hip pain has gone from an 8/10 to a 2/10, and my energy has almost doubled. It’s been life-changing. Side effects for me included psoriasis, hair loss, and weight gain. Well worth it, though, to not always be in constant and debilitating pain all the time. After 10 years, I’d say it’s still about 90% effective."

• Kay...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 23, 2020

Golimumab for Ulcerative Colitis "Simponi has been a godsend! Prior to starting Simponi, I was unable to leave my home for any length of time. I had suffered for 2 years with UC and failed other treatments. My last C-scope in November 2020 was the best of the last 4. ❤ If I had one suggestion, it would be to package alcohol swabs with each injection (like Humira does)."

• Jim...
• September 24, 2020

Golimumab for Ulcerative Colitis "Been on Simponi for 3 months, 5 tubes. I think I'm worse than before. Bloating and going to the toilet more often! I’ll give it another 3 months, but I can tell it's not working. I know someone who also had no success with Simponi, but might with Humira."

• Kel...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 24, 2019

For Psoriatic Arthritis "I started on Simponi 16 months ago and got the Simponi infusion every 2 months. Mid-summer I suddenly got underarm itching and now, 6 months later, I have severe itching on my back, neck, shoulders, and abdomen. I bleed from scratching and then scab all over those areas. But there is no rash or hives. Unfortunately, last week I had another infusion and wish I hadn’t. Needless to say, I’m miserable, to say the least. I’m scratching incessantly and have been to 5 different medical specialists who are not sure what is causing it. Has anyone else had this problem? Thanks!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 10, 2021

Golimumab for Psoriatic Arthritis "I have gotten worse while taking this drug. My skin is far worse, and I’m incredibly itchy. I’ve suffered 2 severe middle ear infections and pustule psoriasis that I never had before in places I never had problems. I took 4 doses altogether. The side effects are not worth it for me. I’m happy it works for some people, unfortunately, I am not one of them."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 18, 2023

Golimumab for Ankylosing Spondylitis "Using it for 3 months due to spondylitis and I haven't been feeling this good for a long time. My range of motion is much better and my neck and back pain is a lot better. A few things that I've noticed are that I had an infection that progressed very fast, but after antibiotics, it was cured. I'm also getting a lot of small scrapes on my skin on the hands and face."

• Jan...
• July 17, 2019

For Rheumatoid Arthritis "I have used Simponi Aria for nearly one year, and what a difference it has made in my life. I have chosen quality of life versus quantity. I am just about nearly normal again. It has given me the quality of life and hopefully the quantity of life that I so desperately needed. I am 61 years old."

• Ann...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 16, 2018

For Rheumatoid Arthritis "So far, no good. Although I've only had my second infusion today. 2nd month. I was diagnosed with RA over 10 years ago. I've tried a number of biologics, with Enbrel working best, but I can't afford that. I've had side effects with most of them, from dangerous blood pressure levels to diverticulitis. I have sharp generalized joint pain, meaning all over, almost every joint. Worse in my shoulders now, but that could change to other joints. I feel like my entire body is sprained and fatigued. The golimumab, or 'Simponi' as the brand name, has not yet started working for me. After my infusion today, I got really severe burning in my chest and throat, as well as a headache and fatigue. That has settled down now, four hours later. I also feel a little sad. Has anyone else felt sad? I don't know if this is due to the medication or not. I'll check back and revise my review if this stuff kicks in any better."

• FHP...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• September 18, 2021

Golimumab for Ulcerative Colitis "Been on Simponi for over 10 years. It has worked miracles with my UC. Full remission. Now I have major joint pain. It started about a year or so ago in my left thumb joint. Now the pain is in every joint except one shoulder, all within the last 8 months. I have no idea what is going on, but the pain from the joints is becoming greater by the day. The docs say age. I'm 62 and no history of RA in the family, but who knows."

• Ama...
• October 7, 2016

For Ankylosing Spondylitis "I was diagnosed three years ago with ankylosing spondylitis. I first started with Enbrel, which I had some success with, and the doctor ordered me to stop the injectors due to a delayed skin reaction. We decided to go with the Remicade infusion, which ended up landing me in the hospital 24 hours after infusion due to a delayed hypersensitivity reaction involving swelling of my throat, lips, eyelids, and hives. After a brief hospital stay, I had to take several weeks of steroids and Benadryl to bypass the infusion until it was out of my system. I refused treatment for a year until last Thursday when I received my first infusion of Simponi. I've had very minimal side effects: nausea, dizziness, but I am already feeling the difference! This drug is amazing."

• Dou...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• September 9, 2024

Golimumab for Ankylosing Spondylitis "I have been taking monthly injections of Simponi since 2017 after switching from Remicade at my rheumatologist's suggestion, due to minor side effects. Simponi has done an amazing job alleviating the pain of ankylosing spondylitis, and I have had no further side effects."

• Ian...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• January 16, 2023

For Ankylosing Spondylitis "Golimumab works very well for me. I have both ankylosing spondylitis and Crohn's disease, which are both very challenging to treat with conventional medicines. With golimumab, I don't need to take any extra medicines to manage both pain and issues such as internal bleeding, and the ankylosing spondylitis is not causing further damage. I have been using golimumab for some years now, with no obvious side effects or issues. I have an allergic reaction to Humira, another biologic sometimes used, so really, golimumab is my only option. Since I am Australian, the cost is covered by Australia's very generous Medicare program. I have read that the monthly cost in the USA is around $US 6,000. I pay $AUD 6.70 a month."