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Rheum wants Kevzara but Methotrexate much cheaper, work as well?
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: 14 hours ago | Replies (58)Comment receiving replies
@jeff97 Thank you so much for all this info. I really appreciate it. I don't take any other expensive drugs, so I'll look at what my total drug max for year is. Really can't afford such high costs per year due to my husband's and my ages but probably make too much to qualify for help, but I'll check that as well for Kevzara and Actemra. This PMR support group is so helpful. I've learned so much from each post. Thank you again and Blessings on your journey.
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@boomermeg
I was diagnosed with PMR in March 2026. I responded extremely well to Prednisone, but asked the rheumatologist to taper me off of it after researching and learning about the side effects of long term use of Prednisone.
She started me on Methotrexate (20 mgs) one per week. Fortunately, I have not experienced any major side effects beside being tired the day after I take it.
The PMR symptoms are under control, but I do have some stiffness, but I’m functioning considerably well.
Good luck to you as you navigate this part of your journey.