Connect with others who understand.

Sign up Log in
Quick Links
Q&A Treatments A-Z Help Center Guidelines Crisis Accessibility
Resources
Emotional Well-Being Living with RA RA Condition Information RA Symptoms RA Treatments All Resources
About myRAteam
What is This Site Terms of Use Privacy policy
Powered By
Real members of myRAteam have posted questions and answers that support our community guidelines, and should not be taken as medical advice. Looking for the latest medically reviewed content by doctors and experts? Visit our resource section.

There Seems To Be A Lot Of Medication’s To Take For RA. I Am On My Fourth Prescription And Will Soon Be Going On Another One As Nothing Seem

A myRAteam Member asked a question 💭
Middletown, NJ

I am curious as to what medication people are on. I am on my fourth medication and about to try another one is nothing seems to be working. Has anyone had this problem?

October 7, 2024
•
View reactions
A myRAteam Member

I'm on both right now and it's working for me

October 8, 2024
myRAteam

Yes, many people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) experience challenges finding the right medication. Here are some insights from a patient's journey:

- Initial Treatments: Standard treatments like methotrexate and hydroxychloroquine were tried but caused side effects such as hair loss and didn't provide relief
- Subsequent Show Full Answer

Yes, many people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) experience challenges finding the right medication. Here are some insights from a patient's journey:

- Initial Treatments: Standard treatments like methotrexate and hydroxychloroquine were tried but caused side effects such as hair loss and didn't provide relief.
- Subsequent Medications: Sulfasalazine and leflunomide were also ineffective.
- Biologics: After a year of unsuccessful trials, biologics were introduced, which provided better control of inflammation and brought the patient close to remission.
- Current Medication: The patient is now on a daily pill form of a biologic, which has reduced pain and fatigue but hasn't fully restored their previous activity level.

It's common to go through multiple medications before finding one that works effectively.

October 7, 2024

Related content

View All

Has Anyone Ever Had A Vein Or 2 Pop Up On The Top Of Your Feet And Become Painful?

A myRAteam Member asked a question 💭
Utah
April 25

Has Anyone Had Actemra Infusion?

A myRAteam Member asked a question 💭
McDermott
May 17, 2016

Does Anyne Have Severe Ra In Their Foot?

A myRAteam Member asked a question 💭
Greenville, SC
January 26, 2016

Topical Products To Help Manage Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain
Is It Normal for Bones To Feel Cold and Painful With Rheumatoid Arthritis?
The Ketogenic Diet and Rheumatoid Arthritis: 5 Things To Know
Continue with Facebook
Continue with Google
By joining, you accept our Terms of Use, and acknowledge our collection, sharing, and use of your data in accordance with our Health Data and Privacy policies.
Lock Icon Your privacy is our priority.
Already a Member? Log in