List of Treatments for Lupus

Below is a listing of treatments and therapies for lupus. Click on one to read more information or connect with others currently using it.

Neurontin (Gabapentin)

Overview
Neurontin is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat postherpetic neuralgia and some types of seizures. Neurontin is sometimes prescribed to treat neuropathic pain and… read more

Pamelor (Nortriptyline)

Overview
Many people with lupus experience depression because of disease activity, medication side effects, or the stress of living with a chronic illness. Pamelor is a prescription medication approved by the Food and… read more

Plaquenil (Hydroxychloroquine)

Overview
Plaquenil is a prescription medication approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat inflammation associated with lupus in people whose symptoms have not responded to drugs with lower risk for… read more

Prednisone

Overview
Prednisone is a prescription medication approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the 1950s to treat inflammation associated with lupus. Prednisone may be prescribed at a low dose for maintenance,… read more

Relafen (Nabumetone) for Lupus

The Relafen brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. for reasons unrelated to safety or efficacy. Other brand names or generic alternatives may be available. If you’re currently taking this medication, talk to your… read more

Rheumatrex (Methotrexate) for Lupus

The Rheumatrex brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. for reasons unrelated to safety or efficacy. Other brand names or generic alternatives may be available. If you’re currently taking this medication, talk to… read more

Rituxan (Rituximab)

Overview
Rituxan is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat moderately to severely active rheumatoid arthritis in conjunction with Methotrexate. Rituxan may be prescribed… read more

Saphnelo (Anifrolumab-fnia)

Overview
Saphnelo is a prescription drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat adults with moderate to severe systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), or lupus, who are receiving other lupus… read more

Topamax (Topiramate)

Overview
Topamax is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat epilepsy and prevent migraines. Topamax may be prescribed to control seizures associated with lupus. Topamax is also… read more

Ultram (Tramadol) for Lupus

The Ultram brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. for reasons unrelated to safety or efficacy. Other brand names or generic alternatives may be available. If you’re currently taking this medication, talk to your… read more

Wellbutrin (Bupropion)

Overview
Many people with lupus experience depression because of disease activity, medication side effects, or the stress of living with a chronic illness. Wellbutrin is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug… read more

Zoloft (Sertraline)

Overview
Many people with lupus experience depression because of disease activity, medication side effects, or the stress of living with a chronic illness. Zoloft is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug… read more

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