Methotrexate, Exorex??
Tim & Linda
I used Exorex and for 3 months and had little clearing from it. It's main
ingredient it coal tar. If coal tar helps you then I would say give it a
try, but I must tell you there are many other less expensive tars on the
market.
Tim
Charee Biggs <Big...@home.com> wrote in message
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> Hi Everyone,
> I just found this group. I have P and Psoriatic Arthritis really bad. I
have
> been in so much pain. My knee was so swollen in November that I had to get
> it drained three times. My Dr. has put me on so many drugs. I am on
> Methottrexate and it is suppose to clear your arthritis and your P. It
> hasn't helped my P at all. I'm not sure if it has helped my arthritis,its
so
> hard to tell because I am also on Predisone, Vioxx, and Ultram.I was
> starting to get side affects from the Methrotrexate, so he lowered my mgs.
> and now I am starting another drug called Azulfidine. Is there anyone out
> there like me? That has tried any of these drugs? I am so curious about
the
> Methrotrexate. If it has helped anyone with P. My Dr. says it has helped
all
> his other patients.
>
> I haven't read anything about Exorex. Has anyone tried it? It worked
really
> good for me, my dad and my brother when we first started using it. It took
> away all the spots on my body for 2 months, but it never helped my scalp.
> But everyone is different, and those 2 months were nice. Has anyone tried
> it? Their web site is www.imxn.com
>
> Thanks,
> Charee
>
> Thanks,
>
> "Rockytop" <rock...@mindless.com> wrote in message
> news:OT2G4.496$B52....@news.direcpc.com...
> > I'm currently seeing some significant clearing of most of my P areas.
I've
> > started to scale back on steroid use by dropping from using Ultravate
once
> > day, to once every three days, to currently, once a week. Along with
using
> > Tazarac every other day, this seems to be working so far. I'm also in a
> spa
> > tub for about 30 minutes twice a day, plus a rinse shower after, for
> reasons
> > unrelated to my P. I moisturize thoroughly after each tub session.
> >
> > I'm thinking of switching to a lower potency steroid, such as Lidex, as
> the
> > next step. Has anyone followed a progressive withdrawal from strong
> steroid
> > use and been successful in avoiding rebound? Also, what withdrawal
> schedule
> > did you use?
> >
> > Thanks,
> >
> > Rocky
> >
> >
>
>
Charee Biggs
DollBaby321
better - good luck
Tim & Linda
Been there done that.........no help.
Tim
suzanne924
There are lots of helpful and friendly people (even some
doctors) at that newsgroup. There is one lady in particular who
has P.A. and is very informative, her name is LadyAndy...look
for her posts.
Good luck,
Suzanne
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Michael Kramer
few months. I was worried about the side effects so when I saw no change, I
dropped it. Even though my doc wants to keep trying me on internal meds, I
have been sticking with Dovonex ointment. It keeps the itch down, and
doesn't give me any side effects. Still looking for the miracle cure.
SkinCap came out a couple months ago and it started working, but was dropped
because of an ingredient.
Good luck.
Michael Kramer
mkra...@erols.com
Charee Biggs <Big...@home.com> wrote in message
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Cathy Mattison
Methotrexate. For me Methotrexate caused a lot of respiratory problems and
I stopped it. I'm using enbrel for the arthritis and it has helped a lot.
I know its not labeled for PA but my doctor managed to get my insurance
company to approve it and its been great. Maybe thats a path to try.
Cathymailto:matt...@fulton-net.com
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Leslie
Methotrexate (injections), Prednisone, Azulfidine, and Vioxx. Honestly, the
Metho has been my life saver for the PA, but it hasn't done anything for the
P. I've been using Dovenex. It doesn't make it disappear, but it at least
takes the pain away when it gets sore. I've just started using Tea Tree Oil.
So far so good with that.
I've also had knee drainings. My right one was done 9 times and my left
twice. As for the Azulfidine, I haven't noticed a difference when I take it
or not. When I first got the PA 5 years ago, my doctor put me right on the
Methotrexate. I couldn't even walk without someone to hold on to. My Sed
Rate was 95. I just went to the doctor on Friday and my Sed Rate is down to
21!!! My doc did just upped the Metho to .7cc a week. I give myself the
injections. I've been having problems with my fingers. If the Metho doesn't
work, I will have to get a Tenosynovectomy on my finger. That's where they
go in and scrape out the damaged tendons and scar tissue. If you want to
talk more, email me privately at re...@pottsville.infi.net
*hugs*
Leslie
suzanne924
I saw your post and wanted to let you know that there are 2
psoriasis newsgroups and the more active one is:
alt.support.skin-diseases.psoriasis
You might want to email Charlee because I haven't noticed her
posting much to either newsgroup. Most people who post are
receptive to being emailed. I've met some very nice people that
way. Good luck and I hope to see you posting more.
Suzanne
posted & emailed.
D
except on scalp & face. I use Synalar gel on scalp which is a water based
invisible steroid chemical which is great.
My body is almost clear of obvious outbreaks of psoriasis and I haven't
looked back. Its available on national health too!
Dave
lorn...@my-deja.com
steroids and cortisones because it does not contain any. There aren't
any side effects either. It can be used on the body and scalp. They
have combination packs available in the pharmacies. Check out their
website if you want more info http://www.exorexusa.com
> > > Hi Everyone,In article <pdVY4.981$9Y2.14568@news6-
win.server.ntlworld.com>,
"D" <no.resp...@email.com> wrote:
> Yeah, Exorex excellent for me. Its done what nothing else even
approached
> except on scalp & face. I use Synalar gel on scalp which is a water
based
> invisible steroid chemical which is great.
> My body is almost clear of obvious outbreaks of psoriasis and I
haven't
> looked back. Its available on national health too!
> Dave
>
> > > I just found this group. I have P and Psoriatic Arthritis really
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Before you buy.
shrikant
effects. It reducess white blood cell.It also affects your
growth. Creats heavy hair loss.Also it is necessary to
check wbc counts every month.And it dosent cures P. Second
day it starts when you stop this drug.It is adviceable only
in seveior conditions & for short period.
Good is to neglect it & be Happy.
I have been gifted since 1981. I have wasted much money.
Last four years I am using one oil,sold by one person from
interior town near by me. He dosents tell what it is. I am
using externally amd in good controll,not cured.I think
this is the only cure.
Shrikant Shaha.sh...@vsnl.com
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buddy
now.. Never helped my arthritist.. but did make my psoriasis
completely go away..! It all depends on the dosage.. My
rheumatologist was making me take 6 pills every week-end..
didn't do a thing.. my dermatologist changed it to 12 pills
every two week-ends..Boy!! whitin a month and a half, my skin
was like new.. I didn't believe it.. I did have to take folic
acid tho... all week before taking the methotrexate, 'cause I
don't have to tell you the methotrexate side effects... Now I'm
out for a couple weeks.. and it's all reappearing... I'm
searching for something natural now.. don't wanna take drugs all
my life... Good Luck!
Buddy
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suzanne924
As you've probably already guessed not too many people post here
in this newsgroup. I see you've already found your way to
alt.support.skin-diseases.psoriasis
I hope you find it helpful. I don't have PA and I've never
tried MTX yet as my psoriasis isn't that severe yet. But if you
need any help finding information I'm pretty good at that. You
are welcome to email me.
Suzanne