I have sarcoidosis and take defrazacort and MMF. How long will I need these medications, and are there alternatives with fewer side effects?
The duration of treatment for sarcoidosis depends on how active the disease is and which organs are affected. Deflazacort is usually taken for a few months and then slowly reduced, while MMF may be needed longer to keep the disease under control. There are alternative medicines with fewer steroid side effects, but the best option varies for each person. Always discuss changes with your doctor and do not stop medicines on your own.