While many women speak to their Rheumatologist before planning a pregnancy, the same also applies to men.

Can I continue my anti-arthritis drugs while planning to start a family?

Methotrexate: Men should stop methotrexate at least 1 month prior to planning pregnancy.

Sulphasalazine: sulphasalzine may decrease the sperm count & motility. However, this is reversible & the counts/ motility return to normal by 2 months.

Leflunomide: Men should stop leflunomide prior to planning pregnancy.