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What medications are used to treat lupus?

There are several types of medications used to manage lupus, depending on your symptoms and disease severity. Here are the main categories:

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
These help reduce pain, inflammation, and fever. Examples include
* Ibuprofen (Motrin)
* Naproxen Show Full Answer

What medications are used to treat lupus?

There are several types of medications used to manage lupus, depending on your symptoms and disease severity. Here are the main categories:

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
These help reduce pain, inflammation, and fever. Examples include:
* Ibuprofen (Motrin)
* Naproxen (Aleve)
* Celecoxib (prescription)

Antimalarial Drugs
These are commonly prescribed to help control lupus symptoms and prevent flares:
* Hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil)
* Chloroquine

Corticosteroids
These powerful medications reduce inflammation during flares or severe symptoms:
* Prednisone
* Methylprednisolone
* Dexamethasone

Immunosuppressants
These medications suppress immune system activity, especially for severe cases:
* Azathioprine
* Methotrexate
* Mycophenolate mofetil
* Tacrolimus
* Voclosporin (Lupkynis)

Biologics
Newer medications that target specific parts of the immune system:
* Belimumab (Benlysta)
* Anifrolumab-fnia (Saphnelo)
* Rituximab (used off-label)

Your rheumatologist will work with you to determine which medications are best based on your specific symptoms, disease severity, and overall health. Many people take a combination of these medications to manage their lupus effectively.

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