Biologics and RA -- What Treatment Looks Like
Symptoms Can Hit You Hard
You May Not Notice Early Joint Damage
Early, Aggressive RA Treatment Can Help
Biologics Can Prevent Joint Damage
When Are Biologics an Option?
Do Biologics Help?
Potential Side Effects of Biologics
Tell Your Doctor About Infection
Biologics Can Be Expensive
How and When You'll Take a Biologic
If You Take Biologics by Shot
If You Take Biologics by Infusion
Biologics May Take Time to Work
Can Biologics Cure My RA?
Work With Your Doctor
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SOURCES:
University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, MedPage Today: "Biologics and Combinations Top Arthritis Recommendations."
American College of Rheumatology 2008 Recommendations for the Use of Nonbiologic and Biologic Disease-Modifying Antirheumatic Drugs in Rheumatoid Arthritis.
Arthritis Today Drug Guide: "Biologics."
Arthritis Today: "When Should I See My Doctor?"
American Academy of Rheumatology: "Biologic Treatments for Rheumatoid Arthritis."
AARP Bulletin: "The High Cost of Biologics."
Arthritis Foundation: "Biologics: Learn About These Treatments for Rheumatoid Arthritis and Other Diseases."
National Institutes of Health, Medline Plus: "Rheumatoid Arthritis."