Secukinumab for Psoriatic Arthritis User Reviews (Page 3)
Brand names: Cosentyx
Secukinumab has an average rating of 5.2 out of 10 from a total of 66 reviews for the treatment of Psoriatic Arthritis. 41% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 39% reported a negative experience.
Reviews for Secukinumab
- PA ne...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- November 17, 2021
Cosentyx (secukinumab) "I was diagnosed 3 years ago with psoriasis. I'm pretty sure I've had it for a long time. Red spots appeared on my legs so the dermatologist biopsied them. The arthritis aspect hit about 2 years ago. I started Cosentyx in July after 3 years on methotrexate (apparently it was affecting my liver enzymes). It worked on my PA pretty quickly but in September I noticed I was extremely aggravated, easily irritated, could not think straight. My thoughts raced so fast that I could not think straight. I could not make decisions. After a lot of research & being told by my adult daughter that I was not myself, I did a lot of digging & research only to find out that Cosentyx can cause manic episodes. That was exactly what happened to me. I've been off it for a month & now I realize that my psoriasis is 100 times worse. I have bumps literally covering my body. I had pustular psoriasis on my toes & now I have several patches of plaque psoriasis, which is something I did not have before. This sucks."
- 04-07...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- June 20, 2023
Cosentyx (secukinumab) "I got both a fungal and bacterial infection. I've been fighting Necrotising Granulamatosus inflammation since the 4th dose. I stopped after the 5th dose. After 7 biopsies and almost 5 months and I'm still fighting this inflammation. No treatment for it either. I have nothing positive to say about this drug."
Frequently asked questions
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- almost...
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- September 6, 2021
Cosentyx (secukinumab) "After years of various treatments for psoriasis that developed into psoriatic arthritis, I started Cosentyx. It cleared up my psoriasis almost completely, and my arthritic pain is manageable. I was an emotional wreck before this medication because my scalp was so flaky I could not touch it. My entire body was covered with plaque. Once the arthritis became untenable I was at the end of my rope. Now, life is enjoyable again."
- Old...
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- August 5, 2018
Cosentyx (secukinumab) "This drug changed my life. Arthritis is gone. I am back on the field competing against guys half my age. Thank you Cosentyx!"
Are you taking this medicine?
- gailkay
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- October 31, 2018
Cosentyx (secukinumab) "Cosentyx started working for me almost from the first injection. After a year+ of taking it, I am almost symptom-free."
- Red
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- February 9, 2019
Cosentyx (secukinumab) "Have had great results on the psoriasis and arthritis but am having some problems with side effects. Anybody else?"
More FAQ
- How long does Cosentyx take to work?
- How and where do you inject Cosentyx?
- Can I get a flu shot while taking Cosentyx?
- Does Cosentyx treat Rheumatoid Arthritis?
- Chris...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- March 12, 2018
Cosentyx (secukinumab) "I have plaque psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis.I have been on cosentyx for 5 months it has been a blessing for more my psoriasis is gone and my arthritis feels 85% better."
- Sunsh...
- March 3, 2019
Cosentyx (secukinumab) "I've been receiving injections for 3 weeks. My psoriasis has stopped spreading as well as there is no more flaking of my skin. I'm very excited to reach my goal of clear skin of psoriasis."
- Danny...
- August 2, 2017
Cosentyx (secukinumab) "Had much more pain in joints than the any other treatment including methotrexate, Humara, and for a couple years of nothing but Tylenol and Advil. Week 8 and going back to Humara."
- JayT
- Taken for less than 1 month
- July 1, 2019
Cosentyx (secukinumab) "Had terrible reaction to this within 5 minutes of first loading dose. Terrible drug, should be taken off market given how few people report any benefits but most report negatives."
- Good...
- November 20, 2017
Cosentyx (secukinumab) "Cleared about 80% of plaques, mild help on arthritis pain. Major hair loss"
- Mama...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- December 10, 2022
Cosentyx (secukinumab) "Four months in using Cosentyx and there is no changes to to my arthritis. Really stiff getting up from a sitting position. Sore muscles. Especially after injections."
- Georgia...
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- November 4, 2021
Cosentyx (secukinumab) "Cosentyx has been a God send!!! It has been a huge blessing. It has helped my pain tremendously. I highly, highly recommend it."
- JLS
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- April 21, 2023
Cosentyx (secukinumab) "Pretty good results for my skin. Some softening of stools. Results reduced over time but still much better than before taking it."
- Charles
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- July 25, 2023
Cosentyx (secukinumab) "Cosentyx has been wonderful for clearing up my psoriasis. It's not as helpful with the arthritis pain though. It does provide some pain relief, which is always welcomed."
- Trish
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- June 21, 2023
Cosentyx (secukinumab) "It helps with joint pain. I do get side effects but the benefits of the medication outweigh those side effects."
- Anonymous
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- August 19, 2023
Cosentyx (secukinumab) "It worked well with psoriatic arthritis. But constantly had chest pressure, breathing difficulties"
- Dstew
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- June 21, 2023
Cosentyx (secukinumab) "Hard to get insurance to cover. Had gaps in medicine because of this. It works but slowly and wears off before next dose. I’ve had alot of small infections because of taking this medication."
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Cosentyx (secukinumab) "I was on 25mg of prendisolone and 20mg of Arava, and sulfalsasine, for PSA. My rheumatologist put me on cosentyx after a fecal test for ibd which was negative. 2 days after my first loading dose I noticed pain in my rectum and fissures. I then couldn’t go to toilet and couldn’t sleep waking in anxiety in middle of night absolutely excruciating pain. I rang my gp and rheumatologist and they told me it would go away and to keep going, I injected next dose only to be worse so was sent for a colonoscopy which came back clear? So diagnosed me with ibs? I refused to keep taking cosentyx as my cosentyx nurse also said this raised red flags. My rheumatologist switched me to humira which is absolutely my miracle drug, I am off all other drugs just humira no pain in joints and skin fully clear. I am back to a normal life swimming and working physically. Love humira"