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GLP-1 Drugs Effects on PMR

Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Jul 16 2:16pm | Replies (44)

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Yes. My rheumatologist actually told me there were indications it might help, but not enough studies to make it something he could prescribe. I'd been considering it to help shed the weight post-prednisone. So I tried it. My insurance won't cover it, so I take a compounded daily dose.
I've forgotten three times and when I have, I am aware of both inflammation pain all day and crashing blood sugar in the afternoon.
For reference, the only thing I am on for PMR now is Kevzara.
I suspect if I just bit the bullet and paid for Terzepatide it would make a bigger difference -- I'm considering it.

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@elizterrel my situation is similar in that I went on zepbound while taking prednisone for a year. I was able to lose 50 lb however the PMR came back after I was off the prednisone. I'm now about to start the Kevzara,Curious how you're doing on the kevzara