Golimumab for Rheumatoid Arthritis User Reviews (Page 3)

• LVe...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• October 17, 2022

Golimumab "Simponi has been the most effective biologic for me. I've used (infusions or injectable) Humira, Enbrel, Orencia, Remicade, and Simponi. I have been on Simponi 3 times as long as any other medication. Over 6 years of effectiveness. I take one 50 mg syringe monthly, and although I still struggle with fatigue, flares are managed as well as joint degeneration."

• dre...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 20, 2023

Golimumab "I had my first infusion and was totally exhausted after it. Within two days, though, I felt fine. My hands are not as stiff, and I can feel a difference in my feet. I am getting my second infusion this week and hope it continues to improve my rheumatoid arthritis symptoms."

• Uns...
• September 15, 2015

Golimumab "I had to take Simponi for a brief time due to a change in insurance. I was taking Enbrel previously and was almost symptom-free. Simponi did not help my RA at all! I took it once a week for about 8 weeks. I decided to pay the extra monthly expense for the Enbrel!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 12, 2022

Golimumab "I have had 3 infusions, and I felt good after the first one. I don’t feel tired and have no pain. I do have 1 eye that twitches, eyelashes and eyebrows are falling out. The skin around my neck and around my hairline is red, itchy, scaly, and numb around my hairline. My face is slightly red and swollen."

• Tes...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 9, 2020

Golimumab "Simponi Aria was no help in joint pain. Feel stupid, I have a very hard time understanding people. My eyesight changed for the worse. I see objects, but it takes me a while to comprehend what I am looking at. I limit my driving, as I worry about crashing. If it’s like this, I’d rather die, as I can’t do my work. Already like being by myself, but not feeling like an idiot."

• Kin...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 11, 2023

Golimumab "I was taking Enbrel previously and found that it helped, but my doctor moved me on to Simponi. I have done two infusions of Simponi and developed psoriasis on my face, which is painful. The doctor has told me I have had an allergic reaction to this medication. I have had an allergic reaction to a similar medication, Humira. If you can't take Humira, do not use Simponi."

• Joj...
• November 9, 2020

Golimumab "I've had 2 Simponi infusions. Recently, I started breaking out with hives, especially on my legs and feet. Sometimes on my arms and the backs of my hands. It itches terribly but clears up within 30 minutes to an hour. But it's been happening every day for about 2 weeks now. Is this a common side effect of this drug?"

• Cir...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 28, 2021

Golimumab "Diagnosed with RA in March of 2020 at age 65, it hit me like a Mack truck. Would have been in a wheelchair within a year. Started on methotrexate, which got me maybe 90% there. After 6 months, started the Simponi, I feel completely normal now. Stopped the methotrexate in February. It is now August 2021, and I'm feeling great, no restrictions - workout all the time. Do it as an IV every 60 days."

• deb...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 20, 2023

Golimumab "I have had two infusions so far. The first one made me feel really good, but the second one did not so much. The third one is coming up shortly, and I am hoping it helps. I had no side effects from either infusion."

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

Golimumab "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."

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

"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!"

• Jan...
• July 17, 2019

"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

"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."

• Avi...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• November 5, 2024

Golimumab "My experience has been, for the most part, positive. I have experienced a few side effects: psoriasis on my scalp and face, chronic infection in my nose. However, pain in my body has decreased by half, and I can wear my wedding ring again. Flare-ups are not near as debilitating."

• Wil...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• April 27, 2022

"I've seen a lot of negative comments, which scared me, and I thought I would share my experience with ankylosing spondylitis and Simponi. When I was 25 years old, I had pain in my buttock, it turned out to be ankylosing spondylitis. I was prescribed Naprosyn, and the pain came and went. I took tablets when necessary. When I hit 36 years old, the tablets did not work anymore, and the flare-ups were really intense and lasted a lot longer. I was given Simponi by my rheumatologist, and it’s been 3 years, no problems, and I am like a new man, like I was 18 again. I am so thankful it has worked for me, and I hope it works for others."

• Anonymous
• September 28, 2012

Golimumab "Second injection today. After the first injection, I felt results in two weeks. I am very happy."

• ark...
• June 5, 2015

Golimumab "Amazing. I noticed a difference after my first infusion. So thankful to have the use of my hands back (musician). No side effects at all."

• Anonymous
• May 17, 2015

Golimumab "I think it makes me sad. This was my 3rd dose, and I'm almost suicidal."

• Sim...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 24, 2024

Golimumab "After 9 to 10 infusions, I developed hives. Itching was constant and randomly affected the stomach, back, legs, and arms."

• Mar...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 28, 2019

Golimumab "It seems to have calmed down inflammation in my hands, but my feet, knees, and elbows still hurt."

• Joh...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• August 26, 2023

Golimumab "To me, it is a wonderful drug, ever since I have been on it. I have felt a lot better if I run out of it. I am in so much pain that I cannot function."

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

Golimumab "Not worth the $25 I pay every month. Never mind the $2000 they charge Blue Cross. Put you through a living nightmare to get this ugly drug, and then it doesn’t work! Duh."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• June 30, 2024

Golimumab "Works great and I can definitely tell when it’s about time for a dose as I nearly much start to hurt. I’m currently experiencing hives how soon after infusion does a reaction usually occur?"

• Lul...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• April 27, 2021

Golimumab "Does not work as well as other medication."

• Tex...
• January 11, 2015

"Good for the first 3 years, but starting to lose its effectiveness. Very expensive, most insurance companies refuse to cover the cost. So it's great if you are wealthy or have great insurance."