Need more info: Without knowing what interventions you have tried hard to say if you have utilized all available options. In addition to prescription medications there are alternative interventions that can be helpful in some patients. These include diet and supplements. I find them more helpful in patients earlier on in the disease process. If you have not gone this route you should find an appropriate provider.
Answered 1/28/2015
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RA: Which meds ? Drugs used for RA: Nonbiologic DMARDs •Antimalarials such as hydroxychloroquine or chloroquine •Leflunomide •Methotrexate •Sulfasalazine •Azathioprine •Cyclophosphamide •Cyclosporine •Gold salts •Minocycline •Penicillamine Biologics •Abatace •Adalimumab •Anakinra •Certolizumab •Etanercept •Golimumab •Infliximab •Rituximab •Tocilizumab Tofacitinib- Xeljanz Discuss w/rheumatologist
Answered 1/19/2015
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Many meds for this: RA is very treatable. There are many meds and combinations which produce great relief for nearly all patients. Please see your rheumatologist for a comprehensive approach.
Answered 1/19/2015
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