A member asked:

Having bad ra flare ups 2 weeks after actemra (tocilizumab) iv. medication starts to wear off sooner since starting 6 mon ago. please help, no meds work anymore.

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Overreaction: You did not list prior meds but I would guess you have many options left. In addition, while Actemra (tocilizumab) can be used alone it works best when combined with methotrexate or Arava.

Answered 3/13/2015

3.1k views

Thank
Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Maybe under treated!: I use Actemra, an IL-6 inhibitor with other drugs, including MTX subcutaneous, sulphasalazine, and other drugs in combination. I rarely use a biologic solo! Have your doc get a CRP and assess inflammation. Pain has many causes. The goal is to stop inflammation, which has long term cardiovascular consequences!

Answered 11/28/2017

508 views

Thank

Related Questions

Sponsored Content
HealthTap Medical Group does not endorse products or services. Sponsored content revenues support our mission to make health information free and accessible to all.Learn more