Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of the Efficacy and Safety of Leflunomide and Methotrexate in the Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis

    Roberto Alfaro-Lara, Fabricio Espinosa-Ortega, César Alejandro Arce-Salinas
    Studysummary In this systematic review and meta-analysis, researchers found that methotrexate and leflunomide have similar efficacy for rheumatoid arthritis as first-line treatments, but methotrexate offered a greater reduction in swollen joints, while leflunomide was more associated with liver enzyme increases and fewer gastrointestinal side effects.
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