Dr. Gary’s Lupus Treatment Reviews

Biologics like Belimumab can effectively manage lupus symptoms by targeting specific proteins involved in the disease.

Steroids can provide quick relief for mild to moderate symptoms and are often used to manage internal organ involvement.

These medications can improve muscle and joint pain, skin rashes, and other symptoms, and may have additional benefits like UV protection and lower cholesterol levels.

These drugs can control more severe lupus activity affecting major organs, such as the kidneys, brain, and cardiovascular system, and may reduce the need for steroids.

BENLYSTA reduces disease activity when added to common lupus medications, compared to those medications alone.

It decreases the risk of severe flares in the first year of use.

Symptom improvements are seen in muscles, joints, skin, mouth, kidneys, and the immune system.

BENLYSTA can reduce the steroid dose by 25% or more, allowing for a daily dose of 7.5 mg or less.

It targets an underlying cause of lupus, affecting an immune process that leads to inflammation, without suppressing the entire immune system.

Patients can access personalized support and special resources, including stories from other lupus warriors.

Biologics, corticosteroids, and immunosuppressive medications can have significant side effects, including muscle aches, weakness, and increased risk of infections and cancer.

Long-term use of anti-malarial drugs can lead to retinal damage, and immunosuppressive medications increase the risk of cancer and other complications.

These medications can interact with other treatments or lifestyle factors, such as smoking, which can worsen symptoms and reduce the effectiveness of the drugs.