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New Anti-TNF Drugs

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traveler123
traveler123

I have read on several message boards lately that there could be two new ant-tnf drugs coming to the market soon. Would that make the total 5? If so then does anyone know when these will be available to the UK market?

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  • lucynewas
    lucynewas traveler123

    Posted

    I'm interested to hear the responses too. My consultant is talking about changing me to them.
  • daleywaley
    daleywaley traveler123

    Posted

    I don't know what is out there, but there are some promising trials for secukinumab, as I am currently not responding to adalimubab (Humira) - lung function is decreasing weekly, constant pain across the chest from the moment I wake until I sleep. Unfortunately I don't think anyone can now get on these trials. Certainly the organisation responsible does not respond to any email queries.

  • Tigger_the_Wing
    Tigger_the_Wing traveler123

    Posted

    I just started on Cimzia, almost six weeks ago. It seems to be working really well so far. After being largely housebound (and mostly bedridden) for several months after I had to stop taking all NSAIDs and Prednisone because of NAFLD, I am now out and about a lot, including some long rides on my electric-assist pedal wheelchair/trike.
  • jim93390
    jim93390 traveler123

    Posted

    My Rheme told me that Remecade or Cimzia are the 2 best meds. for AS
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