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I have been a " lurker' for a long time, and thought I might be able to shed

some insight on the above subject. I had been on Prednisone for 18 months

because of pericarditis due to a viral infection. I have had RA since 2002. It

has taken me 18 months to get off Prednisone (long story.)

After various attempts, I was started on Methotrexate 3 pills a week, with no

problems. It has enabled me to " get off " the Prednisone. I am also on

Plaquenil (since 2002) and Enbrel (since 2004.) Both Prednisone and MTX can

cause your hair to thin, become dry and brittle. I am also on folic acid on the

days I do not take MTX.

I have been coloring my hair for at least 15 years. Nothing I take seems to

affect it. While on Prednisone I started using Nexxus VitaTress Biotin Shampoo.

I do believe it helped quite a bit. Biotin is good for hair and nails. As the

Prednisone was reduced from 40 mg down, my hair has come in very curly (I didn't

have curly hair before) and quite thick. It's worth a try. Good luck.

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