3mg is not enough

[Mazxstitch]

Having taken 10mg for 10 days, 8 for 5, 5 for 5, 3 for 5 and stayed on 3mg for a further 10 days, I am in pain again.Both upper arms, right shoulder and left side of hip are grumbling.

How much should I increase to?

[DorsetLady PMRGCAuk volunteer]

Oh, that’s a disappointment- think I’d be inclined to go to 5 or even 6mg and see what happens - you don’t really want to start the whole ‘flare’ process again. But as you are having problems getting back down to previous level , you may need to regard the increased dose as your new starting dose….

[Mazxstitch in reply to DorsetLady]

Thank you for your prompt reply . Apologies for my tardy response. I had to go out for an appointment. I have gone up to 6mg. I just cannot cope with continuing pain.

[DorsetLady PMRGCAuk volunteer in reply to Mazxstitch]

No probs about replying -just hope 6mg helps.

[Mazxstitch in reply to DorsetLady]

Will keep you updated x

[PMRpro Ambassador]

I agree with DL - if you have caught it quickly just going back to 5 or 6mg may work and save the whole process.

[Mazxstitch in reply to PMRpro]

Thank you. I am very grateful for the advice and guidance available from all on this Forum.