Tremfya User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

• Ram...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 27, 2022

For Plaque Psoriasis "Wow, just wow. I have had plaque psoriasis for 7 years straight. I mean, when I say nothing helped, nothing-Otezla, creams, or pills, nothing. I have just started Tremfya and been on it for 6 days now. I noticed it working by day 3, my face, hands, head, everything is starting to clear. I’m not even on my second shot, and this is a miracle."

• LC8...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 4, 2019

For Psoriasis "Been on Tremfya for about a year now. I had some form of psoriasis on about 80% of my body before I began treatment. After the first injection, I had 70% clearer skin and 100% after the second. The needle is tiny, and it is really easy to give myself the injection with little to no discomfort. No joint pain, I have hypothyroidism, so I cannot comment on the fatigue side effects as I am always tired anyway. Did have minor headaches for a couple of days after injections. Loved the drug, but within the last month, I have started developing plaques on my scalp and elbows again. Sad doesn’t even begin to describe my emotions. I have another 4 weeks until my next injection, so we’ll see what happens. Heading back to the dermatologist if my symptoms worsen after that."

• Bry...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 19, 2018

For Plaque Psoriasis "I've been taking Tremfya for just over 6 months now, and I haven't seen any improvement. I was really hoping to get the results others were getting because I've heard 90% of users are clear within 90 days. I haven't experienced any side effects really, except I've noticed recently I've had to urinate a little more often."

• Ter...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• November 1, 2023

For Psoriasis "I am 62 years old. I started 100mg/mL Tremfya injections one year ago after suffering for 10 years with progressively worsening psoriasis. I had spots all over my body, including my privates. I was depressed and spent hours daily taking care of my skin (baths, exfoliating, moisturizing). I didn't want to go out or let anyone see my skin. Within a week of my starter dose, there was visible improvement. By 2 months, I was completely clear of all psoriasis spots. What a relief! I'm back to my old self! I have no difficulty administering the injection myself at home, and the pharmacy delivers it right to my door. I've had no negative side effects. Tremfya has been a lifesaver for me."

• Tax...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 25, 2022

For Psoriatic Arthritis "I have a very advanced case of psoriatic arthritis. I was switched from Orencia to Tremfya in 2021 because Orencia could no longer overcome the effects of the disease. Tremfya was slow to get traction but did begin to work. Tremfya does a fair job in reducing inflammation and preventing further joint erosion. It seems to wear off beginning in week 6 out of the 56 days. No noticeable side effects."

• sid...
• February 9, 2023

For Psoriatic Arthritis "I had been taking Enbrel for 20 years and switched to Tremfya. Have taken it for one month now, and it started working from day one. It has decreased the stiffness in my joint, and I feel less discomfort. I do feel more lethargic, though. Will decide next month if I continue taking it."

• Rob...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• August 13, 2023

For Psoriatic Arthritis "I have minimal psoriasis. Bad PsA. Helpful early shots weeks 0,4,8 - improved energy, reduced pain, inflammation and increased functionality. Side effects tolerable (sinus and some tinea). Tiredness after shot (2 days). But after that, the 8 weekly schedule poor. Tremfya poops out around week 4-5, and for the next 3-4 weeks my PsA spreads further - now in both feet and hands, all fingers. Now moving to 6 weekly. Not guaranteed this will be possible long term. It's been 12 months now. I still use Lyrica 75 mg for enthesitis pain at the end of toes and fingers at night. A 4 weekly schedule would be far better. But the Australian government won't allow it (so far). I intend reporting accurately to TGA and Janssen in hope the schedule can be moved to 4 weekly. I agree the self-injection pen is terrible. Too hard to push. I once lost a dose by incomplete pressing (in the hospital, so the nurse observing said it wasn't my fault.) Janssen replaced it for free (thanks Janssen)."

• Amb...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• April 26, 2019

For Psoriasis "Been on Tremfya for over 6 months. Cleared 100% almost immediately. Failed Humira and Cosentyx previously. Body aches and joint pain on the rise. Cold sores occurring. A couple of intense colds. Energy drain. So far, worth the side effects for me. For now :)"

• Pam...
• March 2, 2022

For Psoriatic Arthritis "Tremfya was the worst experience. I gave it more than a year, actually 14 months, and then those 14 months I had a horrible rheumatologist put me on methotrexate, which caused chronic UTIs. She didn’t diagnose them. I suffered with a SED rate of 120, which a normal SED rate should be 30. The reason I was put on methotrexate is because I was still in severe pain with every joint inflamed while on the Tremfya. It is horrible for psoriatic arthritis, but it did work very, very well for my plaque psoriasis. If you have just a few patches of plaque but have bad joint pain, do not take this medication. Try Otezla, it has worked miracles on me. I cannot believe I suffered for 14 months with Tremfya."

• Bob...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• June 10, 2020

For Psoriasis "I have psoriasis, but I take this medicine more for psoriatic arthritis. It has not yet been approved by the FDA as of this writing for that purpose. Other medicines in the same category have been approved for this treatment. My psoriasis plaques cleared about 95% after a few months. No side effects that I've noticed. My only complaint is that you take the medicine every 8 weeks on maintenance dosage. By the 6th week, I have bad joint pain flare-ups in my knees and hand joints. So, usually by that time, I'm asking for a cortisone shot and begin taking meloxicam along with it until my next dose."

• Bac...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 29, 2021

For Plaque Psoriasis "I have had plaque psoriasis since I was 16. I had to use topicals, and as I became an adult, my doctor wasn't confident that a biologic wasn't going to affect me adversely. There hadn't been enough study, so she advised against it back in the day. Recently, in the last two-year period, I started with Humira, which started to work for 3 months at work, and at the 3-month mark it started to come back. I was so disappointed because I looked good when it was going away, I was so happy. So I kept on going. Next, I tried Taltz. I didn't see much with this, but the injection was so painful I couldn't tolerate it, and I have no idea why it was utterly painful. I had to have been allergic to the buffers, but I was not getting any significant results with it. Then I went to Tremfya, and oh my goodness, it works. I look great, I feel great, I can go to the beach now without looking at people staring at me!"

• KSl...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 29, 2020

For Psoriasis "I have been on Tremfya for about 12 months now and have really loved the results. I do have small flare-ups just before I am due to take my next injection, but overall I have remained psoriasis-free. I do have some joint pain, which I assume is from the Tremfya, but even so, it is worth it. Wes, I think you will find getting hypothyroidism could be linked to already having an autoimmune condition such as psoriasis. Often, when you have one autoimmune condition, you are at risk of ending up with two or three. I have both of these conditions. I find intermittent fasting does help a little bit with my overall health."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 5, 2019

For Psoriasis "I started Tremfya in February 2019. Now my skin is clear, joint pain 90% gone, however, questionable upper respiratory infection after the 2nd shot, and bronchitis after the 3rd and now 4th shot. Side effects after the 4th shot included worsening bronchitis, fever, chills, and big-time malaise... almost flu-like symptoms. Continuing to take Tremfya until I can trend the patterns and make sure they are related under my Dr's observations."

• Wal...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 1, 2020

For Psoriasis "The dermatologist recommended I switch from Enbrel to Tremfya after 7 years of my psoriasis under control. Tremfya did nothing. My scaling came back in multiple areas, and I had blotching on my face as well. Bye-bye Tremfya."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 19, 2023

For Psoriatic Arthritis "I have BOTH: psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. Like most of the reviews here, my plaques are 100% gone, BUT the joint pain in hips and knees is off the charts. For years, I only had pain in my right hip, but since starting Tremfya about 6 months ago, now having bilateral hip pain, and knees have flared up as well. Like you have to choose: do you want to treat the plaques or the pain, because NOTHING has helped me with both."

• Cli...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• October 22, 2022

For Plaque Psoriasis "I have been using Tremfya for 2 years now, without side effects. It has completely cleared up my severe plaque psoriasis. I wonder if anyone has successfully stopped Tremfya without the symptoms returning?"

• VT ...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• October 13, 2022

For Plaque Psoriasis "I have been on Tremfya for about a year and a half. I developed psoriasis plaques at the age of 5 and have been on every cream, tar compound, and under the lights. I have the kind that worsens with sun exposure and was slightly better in the winter months. So, just when the shorts and t-shirts came out, so did the psoriasis! So difficult with the teasing growing up and the pain of cracking and bleeding. I was considered moderate to severe with the plaques I had. After 55 years of dealing with this, I relented and tried Tremfya. It has been amazing, I am totally clear. I have been a bit more prone to colds and coughs, including bronchitis. I also contracted COVID, which was getting more serious, but Paxlovid really worked for me then. I have felt the immune suppression side effect, but still worth the freedom from plaques and hopefully psoriatic arthritis. I am grateful for Tremfya and have had no other side effects."

• Jud...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 5, 2024

For Psoriatic Arthritis "I am feeling like a new person after only 12 weeks on Tremfya. I can move my body without pain, struggled to walk, sleep, and look after my personal needs, which I've not been able to do since my 30s. I have ceased taking 6 ibuprofen per day and now starting 25g less of Lyrica I've been taking for years, tomorrow. I'm 78 years of age and only diagnosed 8 months ago. For me, it's been life-changing."

• pta...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 20, 2023

For Psoriatic Arthritis "Tremfya worked well for a short period of time, then the pain and swelling returned. 8 weeks is too long between doses. It lasts about 4 weeks at best. Maybe it's not safe to take it sooner than 8 weeks. I've been through Otezla, Enbrel, and Humira. They were all effective for about a year, then the same thing happened. I'm beginning to understand that there isn't going to be any miracles. I just have to get used to being in pain."

• Sam...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 5, 2022

For Plaque Psoriasis "I am now a week out from my second injection. The first month went great, with skin psoriasis mostly gone and psoriatic arthritis pain very slightly better. Two weeks after my second injection, full-on joint pain worse than before taking and the return of my psoriasis. Going to switch to Humira and pray for better results!"

• Hig...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 21, 2022

For Psoriatic Arthritis "Tremfya was OK for psoriasis but terrible for joint pain. Hobbled down stairs all day long, did not get better through the day, cannot walk much. Have been in aqua PT for several months. Now rheumatologist switched me to Stelara every 8 weeks, cannot wait to start it and go for a walk!"

• Dx1...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• September 14, 2022

For Psoriatic Arthritis "Totally resolved all plaques. Look forward to the shots because I feel like a superhero immediately afterward - but it doesn’t last 8 weeks. After 4 weeks, I’m right back to creaks, cracks, and pains all over, waiting for my next dose."

• Loc...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• September 8, 2019

For Psoriasis "15 mo on Tremfya for psoriasis. Pros: confidence in public settings, 100% skin clearance, super easy company to work with if insurance won’t cover, once every 8 weeks after startup compared to daily. Cons: many bouts of upper respiratory illnesses, several skin infections, skin sensitivity to sun, diarrhea, extreme tiredness week before my shot, will not help joints."

• Dre...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• March 17, 2024

For Psoriatic Arthritis "I have been using Tremfya for over 12 months, started at 8-weekly intervals, found at week 7 pain was returning so taking at 7-week intervals now, but after last 6 months at week 5 to 6 pain is returning worse. I am still taking every 7 weeks as per instructions. However, every treatment I have tried, my body seems to adapt. This is possibly the 10th drug to trial."

• Rob...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• March 1, 2024

For Plaque Psoriasis "I’m 42 years old and I’ve had plaque psoriasis since I was a teenager. Not only on my elbows and other common places, but literally all over my body. When I went to a new dermatologist about 6 years ago, I had over 90% coverage on my body. I was miserable and embarrassed to be seen by anyone. My quality of life was suffering a lot due to plaque psoriasis. I was prescribed Otezla and took 2 pills a day. It helped a lot but didn’t clear my skin completely. I took it for 2 years before telling my doctor I wanted to try something else to see if I could get my skin even clearer. 4 years ago, I started Tremfya injections. Within 2 weeks of the first injection, I could see significant improvement in my skin. About a month after the first shot, I had 0% coverage. All signs of psoriasis were completely gone everywhere on my body and have been ever since. For me, Tremfya is a miracle drug. It truly has given me my life and confidence back. I haven’t had any noticeable side effects either."