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Are there any medicines that will help with my ra?

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Yes: There are many effective medications for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. To name a few: methotrexate, Leflunomide (arava), Hydroxychloroquine (plaquenil), Adalimumab (humira), Etanercept (enbrel), infliximab, orencia, cimzia, rituxan, tocilizumab, simponi (golimumab)...

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/6/2014

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Oh yes!: There are several medications that can help with ra. With appropriate treatment an RA patient should be able to live a normal life. Best to start by seeing a rheumatologist.

Dr Mallia agreed

Answered 4/15/2019

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