When things are going well, the periods between injections will be increased, usually up to four weeks. Since everyone reacts differently to gold, some people will require more frequent injections than other people. You may notice that your arthritis seems worse for a day or two after a gold injection. This does not always mean you must stop taking injections, but you should report these symptoms to your doctor. It is usually given as two capsules every day.
Some doctors prefer to start treatment with a single capsule for the first several weeks.
You may be given slightly higher or lower doses from time to time, depending on the side effects and how well your arthritis responds. Never change the dose on your own. Talk with your doctor if you have questions. Not everyone taking gold will have side effects. Most side effects are minor, but some can be serious.