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Does anyone know anything about low-dose Naltrexone (LDN) treatment for Lupus? Anyone receiving it from their Rheumatologist?

A MyLupusTeam Member asked a question 💭
Tyrone, PA
February 26
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A MyLupusTeam Member

Thanks, Niranjana. I have an appointment with my Rheumatologist"s P.A. on the, 17th of March and you better believe I'm going to ask them about it!! Knowing the Arthritis and Osteoporosis Center of central PA, though, I'll only get told it won't work for me and I'll have to keep taking the Cellcept...which I don't think helps me much. 😟

February 27
A MyLupusTeam Member

LDN is effective for chronic pain, but it's not yet FDA-approved for lupus, Sharon. I have seen a few people on MLT mention in the past that they are taking it with good pain relief, so you could discuss it with your doctor.

February 27
MyLupusTeam

Are you curious about low-dose naltrexone (LDN) as a treatment option for lupus?

Unfortunately, the available information doesn't include details about low-dose naltrexone for lupus treatment. The search results focus on more commonly prescribed lupus medications like corticosteroids (prednisone), antimalarials Show Full Answer

Are you curious about low-dose naltrexone (LDN) as a treatment option for lupus?

Unfortunately, the available information doesn't include details about low-dose naltrexone for lupus treatment. The search results focus on more commonly prescribed lupus medications like corticosteroids (prednisone), antimalarials (hydroxychloroquine), immunosuppressants, and biologics.

Standard lupus treatments typically include:
* Corticosteroids like prednisone to reduce inflammation
* Antimalarial drugs such as hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil)
* Immunosuppressants to lower immune system activity
* NSAIDs for pain and inflammation
* Biologics like belimumab (Benlysta)

If you're interested in LDN, it would be worth having a conversation with your rheumatologist. They can discuss whether it might be appropriate for your specific situation and explain how it compares to the more established lupus treatments. Your doctor can provide personalized guidance based on your medical history and current symptoms.

February 26
A MyLupusTeam Member
February 27

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