I was found HLA B27 positive last week. I have been experiencing back pain for one year and cramps in both legs. My doctor (MD, BAMS) prescribed the following medicines: Rabewal LSR (rabeprazole sodium 20 mg, levosulpiride 75 mg) BD before meals Saaz (sulfasalazine USP 500 mg) BD Gabaxon (methylcobalamin 500 mcg, gabapentin 300 mg) Half tablet BD Soft P (nimesulide 100 mg, paracetamol 325 mg) BD Wysolone (prednisolone 5 mg) BD Lasilactone (furosemide 20 mg, spironolactone 50 mg) Half tablet OD Is this the correct treatment for my condition?

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Dr Bhanu Prakash

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You have symptoms of Ankylosing Spondylitis. The medication list is appropriate: Saaz (sulfasalazine) is standard, Gabapentin for nerve pain, Wysolone short term steroid, Rabewal LSR for gastric protection. Continue meds, but rheumatologist supervision is crucial for long term management.

Dr. Bhanu Suggests...

Take a CRP Test (C - Reactive Protein) Test or Take a ESR Test (Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate) Test

Book CRP Test (C - Reactive Protein) Test Book ESR Test (Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate) Test

Answered 04/09/2025

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