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Should arthritis patients fear the side effects of Enbrel, Remicade, and Humira?

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Should arthritis patients fear the side effects of Enbrel, Remicade, and Humira?

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Should Arthritis Patients Fear the Side Effects of Enbrel, Remicade, and Humira? Monday February 28, 2005 Arthritis patients are sometimes afraid of the biologic response modifiers known as anti-TNF drugs. The side effects can be very serious (serious infection, lymphoma etc.), so their fears are not illogical. What is the benefit vs. risk for TNF blockers? If your condition is out of control, the risk may be obviously necessary. Are the TNF blockers ever a first-line defense though? Read the answer from Dr. Scott J. Zashin. More about: ???–>Comments (1)See All Posts

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Should Arthritis Patients Fear the Side Effects of Enbrel, Remicade, and Humira? Monday February 28, 2005Arthritis patients are sometimes afraid of the biologic response modifiers known as anti-TNF drugs. The side effects can be very serious (serious infection, lymphoma etc.), so their fears are not illogical. What is the benefit vs. risk for TNF blockers? If your condition is out of control, the risk may be obviously necessary. Are the TNF blockers ever a first-line defense though? Read the answer from Dr. Scott J. Zashin. Comments (1)See All Posts