Debra Hughes, MS

Meta-analysis found no evidence of efficacy with NSAIDs, corticosteroids, or acetaminophen in the in the long-term management of knee osteoarthritis.

Biologic originator to biosimilar switching is recommended to remain a clinical decision made by the treating physician and patient

Most commonly used to treat chronic uveitis, weekly adalimumab was linked to a positive clinical response in 93% of patients.

Adalimumab therapy added to initial methotrexate (MTX) therapy in patients with early RA and history of inadequate response to MTX results in a reduction in disease activity and halts further radiographic progression.

Cycling to a different tumor necrosis factor alpha inhibitor after initial treatment failure should be considered in patients with rheumatoid arthritis

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health defines workplace violence as “violent acts, including
physical assaults and threats of assault, directed toward persons at work or on duty.”

The use of biologic agents in treatment of patients rheumatoid arthritis or psoriasis is associated with a significant risk of heptatis B flares.