Shar
Hi Ida, I'm so glad you are feeling better! Yes, I think you are right about 5 mg being the magic dose. My doc said it equals the amount our bodies normally produce, and that it is a safer level for long term. He also said that 7.5 mg is almost as safe. Of course, this is a concern for me, because I haven't been able to stay at 5 mg without the PMR coming back with a vengeance. We'll have to see what happens next month, when my doc has me try reducing the dose again. I am not taking Vioxx anymore, and I seem to be doing pretty well. In fact, I have noticed a lessening in my pain this past week. I would say that I feel about 90% like my old self, and sometimes a little better than that! I feel lucky that I don't have something worse! I hope you continue to feel well as the dose is lowered. Let me know how you are doing! Best wishes! Shar