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Feeling tired! Do others with PMR feel significantly more tired?
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Jun 1, 2023 | Replies (75)Comment receiving replies
I too suffer from severe fatigue and am on Methotrexate along with Prednisone. Right now on 15mg Methotrexate and tapering down to 9 mg Prednisone. However, I still have the flu feeling...weakness in arms and legs. I refuse to give in to this beast! Are you having any side effect from the Methotrexate?
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Haven't noticed any ---- HOWEVER, I forgot to mention I take a Folic Acid pill everyday ---- both of my doctors stated I MUST TAKE THE FOLIC ---
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Welcome @chefj, I've never been on Methotrexate for my PMR. Hoping other members on Methotrexate can share their experience with you. The Arthritis Foundation has some information on the side effects that may be helpful.
"Up to one-third develop mouth ulcers or sores. Many also complain of headaches, fatigue and an overall “blah” feeling. This is sometimes called “methotrexate fog,” and can occur a day after receiving a dose of methotrexate (which is taken in pill form or injected once a week)." --- Methotrexate: Managing Side Effects - Arthritis Foundation: https://www.arthritis.org/health-wellness/treatment/treatment-plan/disease-management/methotrexate-managing-side-effects
How are you handling the fatigue now?