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I can only hope that the rewards are greater than the risks otherwise the consultant wouldn't have considered
Leflunomide
. I was wondering whether other people have had success in reducing their Pred intake as a result of using
Leflunomide
I can only hope that the rewards are greater than the risks otherwise the consultant wouldn't have considered
Leflunomide
. I was wondering whether other people have had success in reducing their Pred intake as a result of using
Leflunomide
Robert17
in
PMRGCAuk
8 years ago
Update on Meds and Diagnosis
I had to go back to my Rheumatologist because since stopping the
Leflunomide
, my symptoms seem to have got worse. Because of my neutropenia, she was not keen on putting me on any more disease modifying drugs. Therefore I will remain on Hydroxychloroquine 400mg daily.
I had to go back to my Rheumatologist because since stopping the
Leflunomide
, my symptoms seem to have got worse. Because of my neutropenia, she was not keen on putting me on any more disease modifying drugs. Therefore I will remain on Hydroxychloroquine 400mg daily.
InnerBeauty
in
LUPUS UK
7 years ago
Update on Meds and Diagnosis and Advice Please
I had to go back to my Rheumatologist because since stopping the
Leflunomide
, my symptoms seem to have got worse. Because of my neutropenia, she was not keen on putting me on any more disease modifying drugs. Therefore I will remain on Hydroxychloroquine 400mg daily.
I had to go back to my Rheumatologist because since stopping the
Leflunomide
, my symptoms seem to have got worse. Because of my neutropenia, she was not keen on putting me on any more disease modifying drugs. Therefore I will remain on Hydroxychloroquine 400mg daily.
InnerBeauty
in
NRAS
7 years ago
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Can having a cold cause a flare
Hi I am on 5mg of pred and 10mg of
Leflunomide
a day, since starting
Leflunomide
3mths ago I can't believe the difference in the swelling of my knees,ankles,legs and feet, still get some stiffness in thighs,hips,buttocks,arms and shoulders, stared a cold 3days ago well I just ache all over with pain
Hi I am on 5mg of pred and 10mg of
Leflunomide
a day, since starting
Leflunomide
3mths ago I can't believe the difference in the swelling of my knees,ankles,legs and feet, still get some stiffness in thighs,hips,buttocks,arms and shoulders, stared a cold 3days ago well I just ache all over with pain
valrene
in
PMRGCAuk
8 years ago
Antibiotics and leflunomide
Hi i am on
leflunomide
since last friday! I have a really horrible chest infection, been given amoxicillin antibiotics. Nurse said i was ok to take
leflunomide
this evening but to ring helpline which i have. So awaiting reply. Just wondered if anyone on Lef took antibiotics while on this drug.
Hi i am on
leflunomide
since last friday! I have a really horrible chest infection, been given amoxicillin antibiotics. Nurse said i was ok to take
leflunomide
this evening but to ring helpline which i have. So awaiting reply. Just wondered if anyone on Lef took antibiotics while on this drug.
Seashoreshanty
in
NRAS
8 years ago
Leflunomide
Starting it today, slightly anxious . So fed up at the moment with the aches and pains and lack of sleep Getting frustrated over what I can't do. Just feel bloody miserable. Have handed notice in at work and waiting on whether or not my PIP claim in successful.
Starting it today, slightly anxious . So fed up at the moment with the aches and pains and lack of sleep Getting frustrated over what I can't do. Just feel bloody miserable. Have handed notice in at work and waiting on whether or not my PIP claim in successful.
Ellieellie
in
NRAS
8 years ago
The New Girl
I'm now on Arava (
Leflunomide
) and 6 weeks in, I still do not have any relief. I'm ready to get this under control! You should say hi, I'm pretty friendly ;-)
I'm now on Arava (
Leflunomide
) and 6 weeks in, I still do not have any relief. I'm ready to get this under control! You should say hi, I'm pretty friendly ;-)
sunshinebc79
in
Cure Arthritis Community
7 years ago
Leflunomide
Am starting this on Tuesday. Has any one had experience of this drug. Can no longer tolerate Methotroxate. Am suffering significant aches on joints causing me not to sleep on a night. My shoulders especially. Finding walking more difficult. So tired of this condition.
Am starting this on Tuesday. Has any one had experience of this drug. Can no longer tolerate Methotroxate. Am suffering significant aches on joints causing me not to sleep on a night. My shoulders especially. Finding walking more difficult. So tired of this condition.
Ellieellie
in
NRAS
8 years ago
Leflunomide
Went to rhummy today and i am starting
leflunomide
, had methotex last time so just wondering if anybody has info on this drug re the side affects?
Went to rhummy today and i am starting
leflunomide
, had methotex last time so just wondering if anybody has info on this drug re the side affects?
Seashoreshanty
in
NRAS
8 years ago
Taking Leflunomide
I've just received my first pack of this. Have been hoping for it and here it is. Now it says on the information sheet to take it with plenty of water and with food, so I'm thinking with the evening meal. But I thought I'd check with any of you who've had experience with this meds. Fingers crossed!
I've just received my first pack of this. Have been hoping for it and here it is. Now it says on the information sheet to take it with plenty of water and with food, so I'm thinking with the evening meal. But I thought I'd check with any of you who've had experience with this meds. Fingers crossed!
cathie
in
NRAS
8 years ago
Too scared to take medication!
I got my new prescription from chemist today (
leflunomide
). Anything ending in 'omide" freaks me out for a start! Then I read the list of "possible" side effects. Oh dear. Now intellectually I of course know that it is only a list of possible side effects, and I might not get any.
I got my new prescription from chemist today (
leflunomide
). Anything ending in 'omide" freaks me out for a start! Then I read the list of "possible" side effects. Oh dear. Now intellectually I of course know that it is only a list of possible side effects, and I might not get any.
Hidden
in
NRAS
7 years ago
dodgy knees and ankles
I've only just managed, a fortnight ago, to reduce to 10mg and have put this down to the
Leflunomide
that my rheumy put me on nearly three months ago.
I've only just managed, a fortnight ago, to reduce to 10mg and have put this down to the
Leflunomide
that my rheumy put me on nearly three months ago.
mamma1027
in
PMRGCAuk
8 years ago
So stiff
Well I started on the
Leflunomide
on Wednesday, not expecting a quick change after the nurse explained it to be but I seem to be getting worse since I started it. All my joints are aching causing me not to sleep. Can't close my hand into a fist and one particular finger refuses to hardly bend.
Well I started on the
Leflunomide
on Wednesday, not expecting a quick change after the nurse explained it to be but I seem to be getting worse since I started it. All my joints are aching causing me not to sleep. Can't close my hand into a fist and one particular finger refuses to hardly bend.
Ellieellie
in
NRAS
8 years ago
OMG Moment with GCA!
However he did say that he would recommend one drug and that was
leflunomide
- which I have never heard of as it had never been mentioned by any other consultant. I have been on three drug sparing drugs and have not been able to tolerate any of them. 5.
However he did say that he would recommend one drug and that was
leflunomide
- which I have never heard of as it had never been mentioned by any other consultant. I have been on three drug sparing drugs and have not been able to tolerate any of them. 5.
Stkeyna
in
PMRGCAuk
8 years ago
What do you, as a patient, need to know when starting a new medication?
For instance,
Leflunomide
(Arava – DMARD) has a common side effect of an upset stomach but the accompanying leaflet has no information on how one can deal with it. One of our members is on an advisory board for patient information leaflets and needs your views!
For instance,
Leflunomide
(Arava – DMARD) has a common side effect of an upset stomach but the accompanying leaflet has no information on how one can deal with it. One of our members is on an advisory board for patient information leaflets and needs your views!
Shivam-NRAS
NRAS
in
NRAS
8 years ago
Vasculitis and Peripheral Neuropathy
My GPA symptoms are just about ok at the moment (about the best control I have had for a few years) thanks to
Leflunomide
(my body previously objected to Azathioprine and then Methotrexat).
My GPA symptoms are just about ok at the moment (about the best control I have had for a few years) thanks to
Leflunomide
(my body previously objected to Azathioprine and then Methotrexat).
PCAD
in
Vasculitis UK
8 years ago
Waiting time for delivery of metoject pens
Not looking forward to the experience but need something more and decided against
Leflunomide
which was my only other choice. It's beautiful here in the sunny Peak District so hope you all have a good day. Linda
Not looking forward to the experience but need something more and decided against
Leflunomide
which was my only other choice. It's beautiful here in the sunny Peak District so hope you all have a good day. Linda
Hidden
in
NRAS
8 years ago
Feet
I am on
Leflunomide
(DMARD) and Golimulab (biologic) injection. My rheumatologist dismisses my bunions as if they are unrelated to RA, but I had no sign of them before and was unaware they were developing gradually, so I'm sure they are related to RA. I can no longer bend my big toes.
I am on
Leflunomide
(DMARD) and Golimulab (biologic) injection. My rheumatologist dismisses my bunions as if they are unrelated to RA, but I had no sign of them before and was unaware they were developing gradually, so I'm sure they are related to RA. I can no longer bend my big toes.
HallJackie123
in
NRAS
8 years ago
How Long Does Arava Take To Work?
Good Morning All, I started 10 mg of Arava/
Leflunomide
nearly 2 months ago now, alongside Sulfasalazine which I have been taking for 3 years but which never fully controlled my RA.
Good Morning All, I started 10 mg of Arava/
Leflunomide
nearly 2 months ago now, alongside Sulfasalazine which I have been taking for 3 years but which never fully controlled my RA.
Pat64
in
NRAS
8 years ago
New drug & different pred regime
Had azathriprine (made me seriously ill), methotrexate (did nothing), mycophenalte (did nothing) and
leflunomide
which at 20mg a day gave me severe stomach pains.
Had azathriprine (made me seriously ill), methotrexate (did nothing), mycophenalte (did nothing) and
leflunomide
which at 20mg a day gave me severe stomach pains.
Griggser
in
PMRGCAuk
8 years ago
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