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DMARD Taper to Discontinuation With Conventional Synthetics or TNF Inhibitors Increases Flare Risk in RA

In two trials, most patients with RA in remission who tapered csDMARD or TNF inhibitor drugs to withdrawal experienced flares within 3 years. read more

Modifying Gut Microbiota May Enhance DMARD Efficacy in RA

Investigators have found evidence suggesting that bad bugs in the belly may contribute to inflammation in the joints, and that modulating gut microbes could improve rheumatoid arthritis treatment. read more

Signs Your DMARD Isn’t Working

They usually start working within a few weeks. So if you've started them on a DMARD and given it a few weeks, one to two months, at least, and the disease is still active, or they don't feel good ... read more

DMARDs vs Biologics: Different Treatments for RA

Despite their differences, many people try both treatments. Your doctor will likely start you on a DMARD and move to a biologic if it doesn't work. Navigating so many options can be tricky but it ... read more

Dupilumab Linked to Increased Risk of Cutaneous T Cell Lymphoma in Atopic Dermatitis Patients: Study

Researchers have found that the use of dupilumab, a human monoclonal antibody targeting the IL-4 alpha receptor, is associated with an increased risk of cutaneous T cell lymphoma (CTCL) in ... read more

Triple conventional synthetic DMARD therapy may lower disease activity in RA patients: Study

A recent study published in the Joint Bone Spine journal unveiled comparative insights into the effectiveness of conventional synthetic disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug (csDMARD) ... read more

Stelara vs. Humira: What You Should Know

For this use, Stelara or Humira may be used alone or with another disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (DMARD). Additional factors may determine whether Stelara or Humira is right for your condition. read more

12 Bad Habits That Can Make Psoriatic Arthritis Worse

a disease-modifying anti-rheumatic medication (DMARD) frequently prescribed to treat psoriatic arthritis. According to guidelines from the American College of Rheumatology, alcohol should be ... read more

Understanding oral medication options for psoriatic arthritis

Another option is Otezla, which a doctor can prescribe on its own or with a conventional DMARD. Yes, in fact, doctors often combine them to increase each other’s effects. Doctors can combine up ... read more

The Consumer’s Guide to Biologics for Psoriatic Arthritis

I f you’re having trouble getting your psoriatic arthritis under control, it may be time to consider a biologic. Biologics are highly effective in treating psoriatic arthritis (as well as its ... read more

Rheumatoid arthritis market

Methotrexate (MTX), an older oral DMARD, remains the gold standard of treatment and is included in most combination therapy strategies. However, traditional DMARDs have a slow onset of action and ... read more

Can we achieve true drug-free remission in patients with RA?

In past decades, remission was seldom assessed as an outcome measure... An earlier randomized, placebo-controlled study of stoppage versus continuation of DMARD therapy in patients with ... read more