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Which is better medication for lupus patient sle , plaquenil or sulfasalazine ?
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Depends: I have used many drugs for Lupus but have not used Sulfasalazine. Alot of what is chosen depends on the symptoms and the labs so there is not just one best drug for everyone.
Answered 2/24/2019
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