Rituxan User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

• Neena
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 16, 2019

For Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma "I had my first treatment two days ago for NHL and other than a flu like symptoms once or twice a day I feel good for at least 6 hours and then I will take motrin and feel good another 6 hours. I feel great in the morning and go down hill in the afternoon. What's odd is that my hip and leg pain on my left side is going away. I don't know if Rituxan can work that fast but I feel better already. I have the infusion once a week so we'll see how I continue to do. But so far I'm only missing one day a week of work and that's my infusion day. The next day is a little tough from feeling so tired but then I feel back to my old self for a few hours,"

• dugly
• February 19, 2020

For Rheumatoid Arthritis "I feel for Kid in his comments, I too have severe itching of the skin, and have been on rituxan for almost ten years,I am also always cold and feels like my skin is thinning, told my rummy but nothing done yet."

• azam
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• March 5, 2024

For Rheumatoid Arthritis "I am diagnosed with both RA and LUPUS and am taking medication for 7+ years (two infusions every 4 months). Medication avoided any visible joint deformations and keeps joint swelling in control. On the LUPUS side, since Rituxan, my organs are very thankful and autoimmune is not able to do any significant damage to any of the organs ... and how I know it ... I was pretty sick for years before Rituxan. Nothing is free though, there are a few side effects which I am able to deal with easily, but as I age and the longer I take this medication, fatigue lasts longer and longer after each infusion. I simply stay in bed longer. I plan on taking the Rituxan as long as my body can deal with the fatigue."

• Andy...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• February 4, 2024

For Follicular Lymphoma "Rituxan with Bendamustine put me back into remission. Prior to treatment, I had a host of B symptoms. They disappeared following the first round of treatment. I'm currently on maintenance doses of IV Rituxan, bimonthly."

• Lisa
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 23, 2022

For Rheumatoid Arthritis "I had my first infusion of Rituxan yesterday. I had RA for 6 years and have never gotten rid of my pain after trying 7 other medications. Had some relief but not enough, My doctor PREMEDICATED me with benadryl, tylenol and IV solumedrol. I started to itch then burn like anything with pain. It went down the back of my sinuses to my throat and down my esphogus very quickly. This sounds crazy, but she said it was a gastrointestinal side effect and gave me IV PEPCID. It worked. I felt better in 2 minutes and all the symptoms were gone in 20 minutes and never returned. I will need Pepcid during every IV. It is NOT considered a reaction, but a side effect. Hope this helps someone. I seen others with these symptoms and the doctor gave up on the med. I will add to this review in 6 months and let you know how it worked. Today I feel better with some less pain but not sure if it is the med or the IV steroids that is doing this. Take care and feel better everyone."

• vipsan
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 18, 2024

For Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma "I had my first infusion last Friday and was premedicated with Benadryl, Tylenol, Pepcid, and a steroid. It was started slowly, but after being bumped up the second time, I became short of breath and dizzy, feeling like I was going to pass out. It was stopped and I was given more Benadryl & Steroid through my IV, waited an hour, and started again but got a headache and body aches. It was stopped, and I was told to go back on Monday to try again. I was given the same starting meds plus the injection of steroid prior to starting, and I had no reactions and was able to finish the entire infusion. I am hopeful the next three over the next three weeks continue to go well. The nurses said most people they have seen have a reaction to the first infusion but then do well after that. I do feel like I have more energy already, but that could be from all of the steroids."

• Cathy
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• April 28, 2021

For Microscopic Polyangiitis "I started on rituximab two years ago due to vascularitus which attacked my kidneys. I lost 50 percent of kidney function. I was already suffering from RA and was using embrel and methotrexate. Rituximab now treats both illnesses for me. I did however get pneumonia twice in the second year but maybe that was due to the fact that l missed taking my antibiotic sometimes, so follow your doctors instructions well. I am so thankful for this treatment, l am in great form, had no side effects, no pain and my illnesses are stable. Scientific progress is great."

• Mom...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 13, 2020

"My 14 yr old daughter was diagnosed w/lupus nephritis IV 3 weeks ago. I didn't agree w/ the infusion of Rituxan & protested but it was administered even though the prescribing procedure clearly states "DO NOT ADMINISTER TO PATIENTS WITH RENAL IMPAIRMENT". I read that it was NOT approved to treat lupus in adults or children. The side effects have been extremely painful for her. I'm livid because her RA has no interest in even seeing her until the next infusion has been approved. Her nephrologist hasn't called either but In my opinion this isn't a typical OTC that you infuse & send a patient home without worrying about the effects."

• mary
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 13, 2024

"I seemed to get along quite well with this. The only thing different is that it did not last the 6 months it was supposed to. They have now switched me to every 28 days. The only other thing I want to mention is that it is very expensive. I am working part-time to pay for all of this shizzet."

• Jazzp...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• February 20, 2013

For Rheumatoid Arthritis "For me Rituxan has been the best medicine yet. I have been through Enbrel and Humira which helped but began to lose their effectiveness after awhile."

• Anonymous
• February 29, 2012

For Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma "I am doing maintenance with Rituxan for Non Hodgin's Lymphoma. Last Chemo was March 2011. This medicine saved my life, and still does so."

• Bw853
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 15, 2014

For Rheumatoid Arthritis "I had two infusions. Both lasted 18-20 hours. I couldn't tolerate the infusion faster than 33ml/hr. I would get chest pain and muscle rigors. MD refused to continue after that. "

• Lt_Taz
• September 21, 2008

For Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma "I thought this was a spectacular medicine, very quick acting engorged lymph nodes were reduced within about 7 days. I am now in remission and doing maintenance."

• mann
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 31, 2019

For Rheumatoid Arthritis "I have taken this medicine Rituxan in 2018 November. After first course of Rituxan, I observed difference after 2 month. My pain gradually decreased to zero pain."

• Anonymous
• January 9, 2009

For Pemphigus "This medication has helped my spouse. All other medicines did not work. He has had a significant reduction of symptoms."

• janevir
• May 10, 2011

For Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis "I've had great results (remission) by having this medicine for Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis. Very thankful for this medicine."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• November 18, 2019

"on Rituxan for multiple Sclerosis and it Went well. Only side effects were headaches. Brain lesions reduced in size with no new lesions"

• Tedcath
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• October 22, 2021

For Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis "Keeps my disease in check without any severe side effects."

• bher
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• July 16, 2019

"No relapses on Rituxan. No EDSS changes. I am NMO (MOG+) "