Rheumatoid Arthritis Questions (Page 19)

What side affects are there taking Enbrel, Pregabalin?

An anti-inflammatory for arthritis?

What medicines are best for Arthritis?

for persons with Diabetes

What vitamins should I be taking?

I have rheumatoid arthritis, osteopenia and being monitored for low grade, noninvasive bladder cancer. The only prescription I am on is estrogen and progesterone. Is a multivitamin enough?

Medrol Dosepak - I have 2 questions About the Medrol pack?

First i took 2 rounds., of Medrol dose Pak. In August, and September, Question 1 after finishing the last pill how long that last pill will be in the system. for osteoarthritis it didn't even help the inflammation or pain plus, question 2. can taking tons of oral steroids cause stomach issues... read more

How long can you take meloxicam?

I am 74 and have severe arthritis. My doctor has given me meloxicam in the past and it really helped. She will not let me take it for more than two weeks. I’ve had other people tell me that they are taking meloxicam on a daily basis for a long time. Is it really not safe to take meloxicam for... read more

Does leflunomide cause insomnia?

Could not stomach methotrexate. Extremely panicked about leflunomide.

Can hydroxychloroquine be taken if you have psoriasis?

Hydroxychloroquine 200mg bid was prescribed for rheumatoid arthritis which was diagnosed six months ago together with osteoarthritis. I also have psoriatic arthritis for many years without manifestations of other skin issues. Recently wore a girdle for several hours and upon removal that evening,... read more

Should my mom be taking meloxicam?

My mom was taken off of meloxicam and put on Tylenol 500 mg for arthritis pain when I was taking her to the doctor. Well my sister took over and put her on it again due to pharmacy didn't stop filling prescription after I told them the doctor said not to give it to her she is to take Tylenol.... read more

Can you use Topical Medications to Treat Arthritis Pain?

I have been on hydroxychloroquine for about one and a half to two years for my RA.

I have realized that I am struggling with emotional lability. I had read that hydroxychloroquine can do this so I stopped taking it about a week and a half ago. I am wondering how long this will take to get the crazies out of my system. This has progressed and I had a major rage 2 weeks ago and I... read more

Reducing methotrexate after a water only fast combined with a restrictive diet?

I'm currently on methotrexate but have completed a 6 day water only fast and am currently on a very restrictive diet to see if I can snuff out this Rhuematoid arthritis. Is there any harm in backing off the meth to see if the pain is gone? If the pain is not gone, I would kick it back up to my... read more

Can I drink wine on a regular basis while taking this medication?

While taking Kevzara

Can Orencia cause cancer and if so what types. I have been on Orencia for 3 years and am concerned

... about lymphoma and skin cancer(the )latter I've had diagnosed recently. What type of cancer is connected to Orencia? No one seems to know or they are not saying. Orencia cost approx.$5,000$7,000.00 for each monthly treatment) so it is a very profitable drug. All help is appreciated JJ

Does Adderall worsens arthritis? Both RH nad Osteo?

That should read both RH and Osteo