I liked these articles from John Hopkins as they are easy to read.
Anti-Malarial Drugs
- You should always take your anti-malarial medications with food to prevent stomach upset.
- even though you may feel the benefits of anti-malarial therapy after about a month of treatment, it may take up to three months for the full benefits of the drug to manifest
- Potential benefits include greater protection from UV light and lower cholesterol and blood glucose levels
https://www.hopkinslupus.org/lupus-treatment/lupus-medications/antimalarial-drugs/
Immunosuppressive Medications
https://www.hopkinslupus.org/lupus-treatment/lupus-medications/immunosuppressive-medications/
*I take Methotrexate and Rheum mentioned to notify him if I go on vacation in the south, then Plaquinel will be increased to help with UV rays (methx has made me more sensitive to sun)
Steroids
https://www.hopkinslupus.org/lupus-treatment/lupus-medications/steroids/