Name the 3 NSAIDs approved for use in kids with JRA
naproxen, ibuprofen, tolmetin
Name the 4 DMARDs used in kids with JRA
gold salts, antimalarials, D-penicillamine, sulfasalazine
Oral gold drug ______ has been found to be safe for use in kids with JRA
auranofin - less effications than IM admin
_____ is the most commonly used antimalarial drug for JRA
hydroxychloroquine – can lead to macular degeneration
How does cyclosporine work?
blocks IL2 and proliferation of synovial T-cells.
Which drug is effective in peds with refractory JRA?
azathioprine, can reduce use of steroids. (is not approved for use in children)