Re: Tappering off Prednisone

Question  I have been tapering off prednisone for about 2 years. I am taking 3mg a day and hoping to go down to 2mg next month . I seen to have more stiffness in my joints , but I am determined
to completely get off it. I also take 1mg of folic acid a day
and 12.5mg of methotrexate a week .
Would it help to increase the methotrexate .
 
Answer  The general answer is yes likely, but discuss with your doctor.

Last update: 02:54 PM Friday, March 30, 2007

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Alan Matsumoto, M.D.

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