Read about bDMARDS and how they can be used to treat axSpA
How biologics have improved the treatment of axSpA
Biologics are a type of medication that can be prescribed for axSpA.
Adalimumab is a class of medicine called biological disease modifying antirheumatic drugs (bDMARDS)
Etanercept is one of a group of medicines called biological disease modifying antirheumatic drugs
Upadacitinib is a medicine used to treat symptoms of AxSpA and other inflammatory conditions.
Infliximab helps with blocking natural substances called cytokines found in joints of people suffering from axSpA
Golimumab lessens inflammation, pain symptoms and helps stop further joint damage
Certolizumab lessens inflammation, pain symptoms and helps stop further joint damage
Ixekizumab (Taltz) is a medicine used to treat axSpA
Tofacitinib is a tablet that belongs to a class of medicines called Janus Kinase (JAK) inhibitors
Secukinumab is used to treat axSpA and minimise joint swelling, pain and stiffness
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