Switching from MTX to Sulfasalazine

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Well, after 3 months on MTX my rheumy is switching me to

sulfasalazine. While it worked great at first it seems to have

plateaued and I'm one of the " lucky " ones that has pretty strong side

effects, plus a few weird effects.

I also switched dr's today - or was switched by the clinic. Even

though she has my files I kind of feel like I'm starting over since

she hasn't seen the progression so far. I'm just hoping the files are

complete and tell the whole story (what there is of it).

My biggest worry is that I may take a step back here. While I have

side effects from the MTX I also know that it's working to some

degree. She told me to stop the MTX immediately and start with the

sulfasalazine, building up to the full dose over a month. I'm worried

that stopping the MTX before finding out if the sulfasalzine works or

before I'm at full dose is going to send me into a flare or quickly

regress me to where I was before. Anyone have experience doing this

with your meds? What was your experience?

I'm a nervous Nelly right now, leaping into that unknown again.

Thanks, any input appreciated!

Kim