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Diagnosed With Rheumatoid Arthritis. Having Relief From Humira. Having Side Effects. Wean Off Or Stop?

Hello, I am 58 years old - was diagnsed with RA in 2003. After trying several medications , I have been on Humira since 2006 and have felt great ever since. I am obviously in remission and am becoming concerned about being on Humira for so long and all the side effects. I am thinking about stopping Humira and would like to know if I need to wean off or just stop. Also, what are your thoughts about me stopping completely after the success I ve had? Debbie
Tue, 5 Feb 2013
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Hello.
Thanks for writing to us.
Since you are on a remission after taking Humira, it is best to gradually taper off the doses that too after consulting your rheumatologist. Do not stop the treatment abruptly as it may cause a relapse of the symptoms.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. You can consult me again directly through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal
drtayal72@gmail.com
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Diagnosed With Rheumatoid Arthritis. Having Relief From Humira. Having Side Effects. Wean Off Or Stop?

Hello. Thanks for writing to us. Since you are on a remission after taking Humira, it is best to gradually taper off the doses that too after consulting your rheumatologist. Do not stop the treatment abruptly as it may cause a relapse of the symptoms. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. You can consult me again directly through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal Regards, Dr. Praveen Tayal drtayal72@gmail.com