Hello,
I am a 63yr old Dx'd with RA+ILD in 04/07. Have been receiving IV infusions of 750mg abatacept since 01/09 along with daily, oral 5mg pred. and IA pred. PRN, usually 40mg in hands/fingers at least every 3 mos.
I've flared pretty badly within 48hrs following my last two infusions a...
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Lene Andersen
Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at 11:58 AM
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Rheumatoid Arthritis and Cardiovascular Disease
Posted 11/20 Comments (1)
Do patients with RA have an increased risk of...
your question has a lot of technical/medical information - none of us who answer questions here are doctors, so keep in mind that answers are based in personal experience. That said, as far as I understand, experiencing joint pain is fairly normal following the dose of biologic medication, but it should subside. That yours isn't seems to indicate Orencia isn't working as it should. I would recommend you go back to your rheumatologist and discuss treatment options. The good news is that there are a number of medications out there that may work better for you. Have you tried the self injections like Enbrel and Humira? if not, it may be an idea to look into it.
Good luck!