Methotrexate in rheumatoid arthritis: when NSAIDs fail.

Cleve Clin J Med · 1995

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Abstract

Methotrexate has become the agent of choice for rheumatoid arthritis that does not respond to nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. In appropriately selected patients and with diligent monitoring, methotrexate in low weekly doses is effective and has a much better safety profile than was originally perceived.