Personal MTX update

williamlargs
williamlargs Member Posts: 143
edited 8. Sep 2010, 15:08 in Living with Arthritis archive
As a former sulphasalazine user that was allowed to stop a few years ago I was started on MTX in early July after a flare.

Delighted to say I am now noticing a difference and have been able to cut my cut my anti inflmas and pain killer usage in half if not more.

Blood tests have also been fine with inflamation levels back to normal. Liver function also normal despite still enjoying a sherbert or two. Within moderation of course :wink:

Whilst realising it could all go t... up and that MTX doesn't work for everyone I hope this report will give some others encouragement, if recommended and considering this drug, which does get some pretty bad internet press, so to speak.

Side effects have been pretty minimal and more or less restricted to sleepiness 48 hours after taking.

Hope as many as possible are having a pain free day. :)

P.S

I ain't gloating folks just trying to give some encouragement.

W

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  • wibberley
    wibberley Member Posts: 421
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Great to hear it's working so well - and I don't think you're gloating at all, in fact I wish more folks would post when things are going well, but I suppose they're just getting on with other things in life.

    I know when I first joined, I paniced a bit and had to remind myself of the fact that most people post when they are in pain, and in need of advice.

    Hope things continue to go well, William.

    Lois x
  • tkachev
    tkachev Member Posts: 8,332
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    I am similar to you- bloods normal, 48 hours sleepiness but also nausea and headaches.

    I am still taking the sulfa as well as MTX though.


    Glad to read you feel better William,

    Elizabeth
    Never be bullied into silence.
    Never allow yourself to be made a victim.
    Accept no ones definition of your life

    Define yourself........

    Harvey Fierstein
  • dreamdaisy
    dreamdaisy Member Posts: 31,520
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    What lovely news, William: I know that meth does work for some and you seem to be one of those lucky few. Let's hope it continues! Are you well in yourself generally? DD
    Have you got the despatches? No, I always walk like this. Eddie Braben
  • williamlargs
    williamlargs Member Posts: 143
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi DD. Yes I am well thanks. Since having to retire from the footie I have taken to swimming a few times a week as well as walking the dog and feeling the benifit.

    How are you?
  • dreamdaisy
    dreamdaisy Member Posts: 31,520
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Good for you. Keeping active will stave off further damage and keep you healthy. I used to swim etc but found tht my knees ballooned so much after I was immobile for 48 hours or so - pointless! We will have to resurrect the footie thread on chitchat every Monday until the end of the season. ITFC are doing disgustingly well (compared to this time last year). I hope the same applies to your gang. Well done on the international last night - a very late winner! DD
    Have you got the despatches? No, I always walk like this. Eddie Braben
  • williamlargs
    williamlargs Member Posts: 143
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Yes we shall.

    Very much a late one last night.

    As an aside my youngest son and I are travelling down to the so called theatre of dreams next week for the champions league match against the mancs.

    Herding us in and out like cattle as punishment for a minorities behaviour at the UEFA cup final 2 years ago :(

    Keep well x
  • ironic
    ironic Member Posts: 2,361
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Really happy the meds are doing their job.

    You are right your post will encourage others. We need and look forward to positive feed back.

    Enjoy your trip out.


    Lv, Ix
  • speedalong
    speedalong Member Posts: 3,315
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi William, good to hear that meth is working out for you - long may it continue.

    Glad you are enjoying the swimming and I bet the dogs are pleased that you are walking them too.

    Not a footie fan myself, but enjoy.

    Speedy
    I have had OA since mid twenties. It affects my hips and knees. I had a THR on the left aged 30 and now have a resurface-replacement on the right - done May 2010.
  • dreamdaisy
    dreamdaisy Member Posts: 31,520
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    'Tis always the way William, the minority spoiling it for the majority. Look at yourself - meth works for you with minimal side FX! :D
    Have you got the despatches? No, I always walk like this. Eddie Braben
  • williamlargs
    williamlargs Member Posts: 143
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    :lol::lol::lol:

    Like your style x
  • dreamdaisy
    dreamdaisy Member Posts: 31,520
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Phew! That could have gone horribly wrong - humour needs more than words sometimes! DD
    Have you got the despatches? No, I always walk like this. Eddie Braben
  • tillytop
    tillytop Member Posts: 3,460
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi William - just wanted to say how pleased I am for you that the meth is working with few side effects. Long may it continue!

    I am sure your post will give much needed encouragement to others - me included because I am just about to start meth for the second time after many years break and I am a tad nervous to say the least!

    Really, really hope that things continue to improve for you.

    Love Tilly x
  • cebeem
    cebeem Bots Posts: 472
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi Williamlargs
    You have inspired me!
    Had a consultant appt this evening!
    Methx has been suggested but not pushed yet!
    Had sulpha for many a year but hate it!!!!!!
    As my sero negative has now evolved to asymmetric psoriatic Arther methx is a future treatment yet my response has been apprehensive
    so far.
    Your post has encouraged me....sounds like it really suits your needs.
    Good Luck *CB* :)

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