just started on Plaquenil, quick ??

Hey guys quick question. I've had RA for 2 years.

My RA Dr just started me on Plaquenil on Monday (2 pills/day I think thats 400mg total, dont have the bottle in front of me). I'm currently on Enbrel but am having issued with my right index finger ONLY, and prednisone hasn't really done anything for it. Can't take methotrexate due to sensitivity.

The issue I'm having with my index finger is that it very stiff, swollen and I can not straighten it all the way out or bend it all the way in when making a fist (if that makes sense).

I'm doing great everywhere else and the Enbrel seems to be working everywhere but this one finger.

DR went over the typical warnings etc with the Plaquenil but was wondering if there is anything else I should be watching for. Also for those that are/were on it, how does it work for you etc ?

Anything else I should look into or maybe "suggest" to my Dr at my next appointment ref this one bad finger? I was thinking maybe they could do a direct injection with cortisone or something.

Thanks for listening and for any info you can provide.

I've been on plaquinel (400mg) for over 3 years now. I've had no trouble with it. It does take 3-4 months for it to fully kick in because it has to build up in the body. I also take Leflunomide. It seems to help my hands a great deal.

I do get the pinky thing though. I've found if I remember to flex it regularly it seems to help it.

Make sure to get your eyes checked regularly by a eye doctor for any changes.

I've been on for about 2 weeks now. I know that diarhrea can be a side effect but what about excessive gas. The pass couple of days have been BAD!! lol.

J-

couchtater said...
I don't know, I've always had bad gas issues. 😥😆

I can't walk around or even sit down without a toot or two. I've even scared my mom a few times with how loud it can get.

I've notice I can tame mine some with eating high fiber cereal first thing in the mornings.

LOL thanks Mine can be bad too just seems to have "ramped" up a bit since starting the Plaquneil.

J-

Got the bloating and gas with menopause. I take phazyme pretty regularly. Seems to work better than Gas x.
Beth