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Whats The Dosage Period Of Folitrax In RA Patients?

SIR,I hav been suffring from R.A. since last two years, under medical consultation,cosuming Folitrax(20mg) in a week, Saaz- ds 500mgx2 per day & foloic acid 1in a day dropping 1 day when folitrax is taken. Am i going right. how long should i continue. Pls advise.
Wed, 29 Oct 2014
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Hi,Thanks for your query. After going through your query I came to know that you are suffering from RA. You are on disease modifying drugs. According to my opinion your treatment is right. You have to take these drugs life long, however your doctor can increase or decrease your dose depending on your requirement and symptoms. . You can discuss with your treating Doctor about it. I do hope that you have found something helpful. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.
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Whats The Dosage Period Of Folitrax In RA Patients?

Hi,Thanks for your query. After going through your query I came to know that you are suffering from RA. You are on disease modifying drugs. According to my opinion your treatment is right. You have to take these drugs life long, however your doctor can increase or decrease your dose depending on your requirement and symptoms. . You can discuss with your treating Doctor about it. I do hope that you have found something helpful. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.