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Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) - Introduce yourself and meet others

Autoimmune Diseases | Last Active: Sep 24, 2024 | Replies (878)
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@sbcher

Thank you Becky! I was dianosed with R/A in my late 50s. Wrist & hands. All the drugs I've tried have not helped. Currently on Methotrexate 2.5 4 pills a week. It seems to be tearing up my stomach, not much relief in my joints.

Looks for other treatments and help that others have experienced.

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catartist | @catartist | May 30, 2024

Hi! I am new to the group but that Methotrexate comment helped me already! 35 years with RA - if. I’m so tired! Fight in!

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Becky, Volunteer Mentor | @becsbuddy | May 30, 2024

@sbcher How absolutely awful to have stomach misery all the time! Do you take the methotrexate with food? This Webmd site explains very clearly what you need to know when taking methotrexate. Pay special attention to the sections on side effects and precautions!
https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-3441/methotrexate-anti-rheumatic-oral/details
As for the nausea, it will usually go away after your body adjusts to the medicine. If not, tell your doctor. They may have a remedy. And for the positive effect of metho, it can take several weeks also.
I know you can do this!!! Is there anything (besides the stomach probs) that would make you stop taking methotrexate?

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