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Leflunomide (Arava)

by ChiquiDYKE on Rheumatoid Arthritis
Friday, December 19 2008

Went for my blood lab and it came back ok.  Doc decided not to put me back on MTX, but instead told me start on Leflunomide 20 mg/day.  I started this past Monday and so far, no complaints.  I've read there are a few side effects, hope it doesn't affect me.  I'm still on Enbrel 50mg/week and taking it one day @ a... Read moreChevron

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Methotrexate

by ChiquiDYKE on Rheumatoid Arthritis
Wednesday, October 15 2008

I was diagnosed with RA two years ago and started on a Clinical Trial.  After 2 years of being in it (it finished in August), I was de-blinded and informed that I was on active Enbrel and MTX, but my blood labs started going crazy.  My liver enzymes were elevated and my rheumy decided to take me completely off of... Read moreChevron

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