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Roseburg, OR
August 30
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Members responded to a question about what RA treatment options come next after Plaquenil, methotrexate, Humira, and Enbrel, sharing their own... Read more

Members responded to a question about what RA treatment options come next after Plaquenil, methotrexate, Humira, and Enbrel, sharing their own medication journeys and suggestions. Several members mentioned switching to JAK inhibitors like Rinvoq or Xeljanz, biologics like Orencia or Simponi Aria, and biosimilars like Inflectra, noting that each person responds differently and finding the right fit takes time. A recurring theme was the importance of working closely with a rheumatologist, doing research ahead of appointments, and checking with insurance before starting new medications.

A myRAteam Member

Esther if I were in your shoes I would make an appointment with your Rheumatologist and discuss options with them. When Enbrel let Flares happen to me, my Rheumatologist wanted to switch me to Rinvoq. Ask about their opinion about it and or Xeljanz. There is something out there, you just have to discover it. Keep Hope!

August 30
A myRAteam Member

JAK inhibitors are synthetic biologics like Xeljanz and Rinvoq

August 30
A myRAteam Member

I have cataracts too, but the dr said they are slow.growing. He said in about 7 to 10 years they will be ready. All I could say was "whoopee!"
Heading to see the professional torturer 2morrow. Hope she is proud of me...been doing the workout with the drill sargent watching me. I feel so loved!!😁😁😁😁

September 2
A myRAteam Member

Awwww Denise there is always going to be that one patient who outdoes everyone else. I think they need a reward.

September 2
A myRAteam Member

I had my cataracts removed when I was 40. They grew so fast and thick they caused temporary blindness
Still need glasses

September 2

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