Home » Arthritis » Gold Gold - useful in patients with RA, especially those in early progressive arthritis; - Toxic Side Effects: - nephrotoxicity, proteinuria, dermatitis, stomatitis, thrombocytopenia, aplastic anemia, and erythematous maculopapular rash Comparison of auranofin, methotrexate, and the combination of both in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. A controlled clinical trial.