Ibrutinib for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia User Reviews (Page 3)
Brand names: Imbruvica
Reviews for Ibrutinib
- BBa...
- January 3, 2019
Ibrutinib "My mother has been given this medicine, and when her dose increased, it shut down her internal organs, she nearly died. She now gets blood transfusions."
- Ter...
- February 29, 2016
"Been on IMBRUVICA for 3 weeks. Dramatic shrinkage of cervical nodes. Platelets high, increased energy. Lucky Canada health care pays for this or I would be dead."
Frequently asked questions
- How long can you stay on Imbruvica (ibrutinib)?
- How much does Imbruvica cost?
- Can ibrutinib be stopped safely?
- How quickly does Imbruvica (ibrutinib) work?
- jim...
- Taken for 5 to 10 years
- April 26, 2024
Ibrutinib "Using this for a few years now with no side effects so far."
- Sim...
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- December 1, 2020
Ibrutinib "Taking this drug for over 3 years. Thankfully, never had any side effects. It is a lifesaver. Dropped my numbers from 160 to 13."
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Your review helps others make informed decisions.- Tba...
- March 14, 2021
Ibrutinib "Arm sores so bad had to stop using."
- Ann...
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- May 31, 2024
Ibrutinib "Brought white blood cell count back to normal. On it for three years. Today I found out I now have atrial fibrillation!"
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- les...
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- January 4, 2018
"I have been taking Imbruvica for 1 year. WBC count went from 44,000 to 10,000. Took a year but feeling great with no severe side effects whatsoever. I take 3 each morning. Amazing so far."
- Shi...
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- August 20, 2017
"Went through Rituximab treatment first. Now taking for over a year. No side effects. My WC count dropped from 450,000 to 11,500. Feel very good."
- Luk...
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- October 18, 2024
Ibrutinib "Mild swelling of lower legs at sock line. Purpura with both arms and hands. Mild fatigue. A greater need to rest at times."
- jwe...
- Taken for 10 years or more
- April 9, 2025
"Been using since created. Blood close to normal. Side effects: swelling feet, red patches on hands and arms."
- Jan...
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- February 1, 2025
Ibrutinib "It is a wonderful drug and I have been taking it for 5 years. Very happy with the outcome it has given me."
- Cha...
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- March 29, 2024
Ibrutinib "I have taken Imbruvica from May 2023 until this week when it was stopped due to a severe rash on my torso, head, and arms."
- Anonymous
- Taken for 5 to 10 years
- December 1, 2023
Ibrutinib "Has kept me alive - I had recurring Hodgkin's Lymphoma 7 years or so ago. Has side effects though - bruising easily - eyesight changing - increased blood pressure and fatigue"
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"Side effects for me: muscle spasms, mouth ulcers, diarrhea, fatigue, dizziness, itchy skin, sore throat, cramps, insomnia, sun sensitivity, and drowsiness."