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Kevzara (sarilumab) to treat PMR
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Aug 24 6:34am | Replies (162)Comment receiving replies
Why did you decide to stay on prednisone? Why can't you taper off prednisone?
If you started prednisone in June 2022 when you were diagnosed with PMR then it seems like you are making good progress. However, if you have recurring symptoms and/or have a relapse that requires you to increase your prednisone dose maybe you should reconsider Kevzara.
There is no guarantee that Kevzara will work but you won't know unless you try it to see if it works or not.
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I have made it down to 0.5 mg Pred and will be off completely in a few weeks. There is no need for Kevzara and whatever side effects it brings. I have not had trouble tapering off of Pred - 15mg to 0 in less than 18 months is not bad. If I can manage the discomfort I have with occasional OTC meds, that is far better than Kevzara.