Guest guest Posted April 2, 2005 Report Share Posted April 2, 2005 I was taken off MTX three weeks ago because my liver numbers were up. I was really concerned, because the MTX had worked so well for me and I was afraid to go without it. It turns out that I am in a bit of remission, so I am in pretty good shape right now with no meds. Sore hands, but I am able to function at about 85 percent. Went back to the Dr and they are going to put me back on a lower dose of MTX, and want to change me to the injectable form because it is easier on the liver. My rheumatoid factor numbers are very high, indicating an aggressive form of the disease, so they want me on the MTX even though I am in pretty good shape right now to prevent possible joint erosion. Problem is that there is apparently a shortage of the injectable form. They are starting me back on 3 pills a week (instead of the 5 I had been taking) until the injectable becomes available. I am really relieved, because the MTX really works well for me. Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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