Lives Changed by REMICADE

Colleen's Story

Colleen has lived with psoriasis since she was in college. After years of struggling with the disease, she finally got the results she was looking for with REMICADE.

"I tried lots of treatments over the years — creams, pills, light therapy. Nothing worked.
So I just did my best to conceal the problem: long pants, long sleeves, light colors. Dating was awkward; I would always wait months before I would talk about my psoriasis. Then I started dating the man who is now my husband — he has a house in Florida, and I couldn't even enjoy going to the beach with him.

"I tried lots of treatments over the years — creams, pills, light therapy. Nothing worked."

My mom told me about REMICADE — a treatment that was working well for many people. So I talked to my dermatologist, and we decided it was the right medication for me. Well, I started to see results after just 2 weeks. And within 2 months, my skin was pretty much clear. And for the first time in 17 years, I could wear shorts without feeling self-conscious.

"I can just be myself, and enjoy summer like everyone else."

"I know there's no cure for psoriasis. But for me, REMICADE made all the difference. Now I get a treatment every two months. I don't need my creams anymore — one year later and my skin is still pretty much clear. I can just be myself, and enjoy summer like everyone else."

Colleen is representative of patients responding to therapy with REMICADE under a physician's supervision. Individual results may vary.

Is REMICADE right for you?

REMICADE is not for everyone; only your doctor can decide if REMICADE is right for you. REMICADE, like other medicines that affect your immune system, is a strong medicine that can cause serious side effects. Please read the Important Safety Information and the Medication Guide for REMICADE and discuss any questions or symptoms with your doctor.

REMICADE is approved for the treatment of adult patients with chronic severe (extensive and/or disabling) plaque psoriasis under the care of a physician who will determine if REMICADE is appropriate considering other available therapies.

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