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hi everyone my consultant wants me to try filgotinib is anyone on here taking it and is it good and what are the side affects thanks xx

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I have heard of it being used for rheumatoid arthritis and Crohns. I have not heard if it being suggested for PMR. The side effects worry me a bit. ‘JAK inhibitors have been found to increase the risk of major cardiovascular problems, cancer, blood clots, serious infections, and death.”

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