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Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: May 23, 2021 | Replies (12)Comment receiving replies
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@ncgal, Both times my PMR was active I was started at a 20 mg dosage of prednisone but was not given any other medications for the PMR. I think in some cases doctors or rheumatologists weigh different patient considerations when prescribing drugs for conditions. Here's some information that talks about using Hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil) with prednisone.
Hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil®) Drug Information Sheet: https://www.hopkinsarthritis.org/patient-corner/drug-information/hydroxychloroquine-plaquenil/