Category: Rheumatology
Addressing Knee Osteoarthritis Pain with Hyalgan
Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a prevalent and often debilitating degenerative joint disease that significantly impacts the mobility and quality of life for millions worldwide. While conservative measures form the first line of treatment, many patients experience persistent pain and functional limitations. Intra-articular hyaluronic acid (HA) injections, a therapy known as viscosupplementation, offer a valuable option …
Remicade®: Understanding This Foundation of IV Biologic Therapy
When tackling tough chronic inflammatory and autoimmune diseases, TNF inhibitors have been game-changers. Remicade® (infliximab) stands out as one of the early and highly impactful players in this class, delivered differently than many others – intravenously. For practitioners managing conditions like Crohn’s, rheumatoid arthritis, and more, understanding Remicade’s role as an IV biologic is key. …
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Cimzia® Loading Dose: What Practitioners Need to Know
Cimzia® (certolizumab pegol), like other biologic therapies, often starts with a loading dose. This isn’t just an arbitrary higher dose; it’s a strategic approach to quickly get enough medication into the body to start working effectively. For patients with chronic inflammatory diseases, achieving therapeutic drug levels fast can mean sooner symptom relief and better control …
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Understanding Biologic TNF Inhibitors
Managing chronic inflammatory and autoimmune diseases can be complex, but a class of medications called biologics has revolutionized treatment for many patients. Within this category, TNF inhibitors are some of the most well-known and widely used therapies. They work by targeting a specific culprit in the inflammatory process. Understanding what TNF inhibitors are and how …