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There is no practical difference between the various TNF inhibitors, in terms of clinical response or side effects.
Responders will respond fast enough, like, in 1-2 weeks. Those who don’t are primary inadequate responders, and should be switched to another targeted therapy with a different mode of action.
Try non-TNF biologics for RA if anti-TNF fails
Rheumatoid arthritis patients who were unsuccessfully treated with anti–tumor necrosis factor drugs fared significantly better when treated with a non-TNF biolo
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