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A member asked:

I am on ra treatment for 12 y. just had dental surgery. should i continue arava, (leflunomide) prednisone, chloroquine along with prescribed antibiotics? thanks

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Continue meds: Yes, continue all your normal meds, plus the antibiotics.

Answered 9/28/2016

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