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Treating PMR with Prednisone and Hydroxychloroquine

Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Sep 5 5:10pm | Replies (86)
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@1942marilyne

On hydroxy 2 weeks. Do not see difference yet. Prednisone 11 mg Qd. Am I rushing things? 3. 1/2 years now on PMR. A little discouraging.

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ekgilpin1 | @ekgilpin1 | Feb 11 9:25am

I tried hydroxychloroquine but had allergic reaction and was told to stop. My rheumatologist said it takes 2-3 months to determine if it helps.

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helendances | @helendances | Feb 11 5:10pm

Hydroxychloroquine can take many weeks (up to 12 even) to work, plus there are two doses. Do you have a follow-up appointment with your doctor scheduled? If not, perhaps set one up.

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