why take the RA Biologics
RA drugs may be toxic, but they are the choices we currently have to slow the progression of RA.
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More on the biologics
The RA biologics are wonder drugs for some. For the rest of us, they have pitfalls. Actemra causes MS. The JAK inhibitors cause cancer. What gives?
Initial Treatment for RA
The American College of Rheumatology sets the protocols for RA treatment.
RA Biologics the Safe Way
The biologic drugs for rheumatoid arthritis have risks. But for many who have RA, the risks are worth it. With proper precautions the drugs can be taken safely.
JAK inhibitors
The first JAK inhibitor, Xeljanz (Tofacitinib), was approved for use by the FDA for rheumatoid arthritis use in 2012. It was a breakthrough medication for RA as it was the first to offer a targeted drug in pill form
RA symptoms, pain and Actemra
The reality is that the biologics do not relieve the RA symptoms for most of us. You only have to read the drug inserts to understand why.
Why the Shingles Vaccine?
With Shingrix you will less likely have Shingles and less likely have neuro complications caused by the varicella zoster virus.
And the answer is Actemra
When my biologic stopped working, what was next? Orencia is the safest of the biologics, but only works about ten months for me. There is Actemra.
A test for RA
Diagnosis of RA especially seronegative RA requires a good history, tests, and a doctor’s experience. Here is a simple test doctors use.
The drugstore pain relievers
Fundamentally we have four choices for pain relief on the drugstore shelf.
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