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Should i be taking methotrexate with my rituxin..

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Hi,

That's really a question you should be asking your Consultant. Have you just started Rituximab?

I take 7.5 mg methotrexate with Rituximab. My rheumy wouldn't let me start it without at least a low dose. I used to have 27mg injections, but my liver function went too high, so had to have a break before restarting it, but have tablets now.

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Recently was advised that FDA never approved Methotrexate for GCV, on consult at Cleveland Clinic Research Center. And there is no credible evidence that it was ever effective. I immediately stopped. It gave me back 2.5 days a week of well-being. Went back to 5-10 mg prednisone daily. Am on Prolia.

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Also discontinued Folic Acid

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