medications for sjogren's syndrome
Immunosuppressive drugs: These agents may be suitable for people with SjÃ¶gren's syndrome who develop a major organ manifestation such as interstitial lung disease. Examples include prednisone (cortisone), methotrexate, cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan), azathioprine (Imuran), and mycophenolate mofetil (CellCept).
Rituximab has a promising effect in the treatment of patients with severe extraglandular manifestations of SjÃ¶gren syndrome. Although some data support its efficacy for glandular involvement, it is not currently used for the treatment of sicca symptoms alone. Rituximab has an off-label indication for SjÃ¶gren syndrome.