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My Doctor Wants To Start Me On Enbrel, Humira Or Xeljenz. Has Anyone Had Any Luck With Any Of Them? What Side Effects Have You Experienced?

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Chicago, IL
May 3, 2020
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Members shared mixed experiences with Enbrel, Humira, and Xeljanz for rheumatoid arthritis treatment, with many finding initial success... Read more

Members shared mixed experiences with Enbrel, Humira, and Xeljanz for rheumatoid arthritis treatment, with many finding initial success followed by diminishing effectiveness over time, ranging from months to as long as 18 years. Several members described practical strategies including keeping a detailed medication journal, combining Xeljanz with methotrexate for better results, and working with their rheumatologist to switch medications when one stops working, with newer options like Rinvoq, Orencia, and Actemra also showing promise for some. A recurring theme was the deeply personal nature of medication response, with members emphasizing patience, self-advocacy with insurance companies, and remembering that what works wonderfully for one person may not work at all for another.

A myRAteam Member

Walk,
Welcome!
I tried Enbrel and Humeria and failed both. I am in my second year of remission on XeljanzXR. Now having said that, please remember that each of us responds differently to the medications. We may or may not have reactions, the meds may work for some time, then just quit working. I suggest you keep a journal of date, time, med, and any effects, then go over this information with your Rheumatologist.
I hope this helps.

May 3, 2020
A myRAteam Member

I was on Enbrel and the only side effect was injection site irritation but after about 3.5 years it quit working. Now I am on Xeljanx and I love it. No side effects and it work really well most of the time.

May 3, 2020
A myRAteam Member

I have been on Humira for 2 and 1/2 years now with wonderful results. AbVie covers it 100% for me. I haven't had a flair since. What a huge difference in my life! Good luck!

November 23, 2023
A myRAteam Member

Enbrel has worked great for me.

May 30, 2020
A myRAteam Member

After being on Enbrel and Humira which were not working am now on xeljanz xr and it is working great,,,,hopefully it keeps up it has been two months

May 14, 2020

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