by telrheum | Jun 19, 2024 | Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis, Rheumatic Drugs, tumour necrosis factor inhibitors (TNFis)
Background: Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is a condition in children causing joint inflammation. Etanercept is a common medication for JIA, but the best dose for effectiveness is unclear. This study looks at whether increasing the dose of etanercept helps...
by telrheum | Apr 6, 2024 | Biologic Therapy, Rheumatic Drugs, Rheumatoid Arthritis
The ARCTIC REWIND study explored the long-term effects of reducing and stopping tumor necrosis factor inhibitor (TNFi) treatment in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who were in sustained remission. The study involved randomly assigning patients who had been in...
by telrheum | Mar 24, 2024 | Biologic Therapy, Rheumatic Drugs, Vasculitis
The MAINTANCAVAS study, short for “Maintenance of ANCA Vasculitis Remission by Intermittent Rituximab Dosing,” was a clinical trial aimed at determining the best strategy to maintain remission in patients with ANCA vasculitis who have previously been...
by telrheum | Mar 23, 2024 | Biologic Therapy, Psoriatic Arthritis, Rheumatic Drugs, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Spondyloarthritis, Viral Infections
Paxlovid’s Effectiveness Paxlovid, comprised of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir, has been recognized for its effectiveness in treating COVID-19. It works by inhibiting the protease of SARS-CoV-2, preventing the virus from replicating. Studies indicate that it...
by telrheum | Mar 21, 2024 | Biologic Therapy, Rheumatic Drugs, Rheumatoid Arthritis
The presentation of RA typically involves symmetric joint pain, stiffness, and swelling, most commonly affecting the hands, wrists, and feet. The stiffness is often worse in the morning or after periods of inactivity, lasting for more than thirty minutes. RA can also...
by telrheum | Mar 18, 2024 | Rheumatic Drugs, Biologic Therapy, Psoriatic Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Spondyloarthritis
Arthritis is a common condition characterized by inflammation of one or more joints, leading to pain, swelling, stiffness, and reduced range of motion. It affects millions of people worldwide and can significantly impact quality of life. There are several types of...
