Spondyloarthropathies
From the Journals
Methotrexate does not impair sperm quality, small study finds
The findings provide reassurance that men can start methotrexate therapy while actively pursuing parenthood.
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After Yusimry’s steep discount, little clarity on future adalimumab biosimilar pricing
SmithRx, which bills itself as “next-generation pharmacy benefits management,” announced that it will offer Yusimry to its members at a discount...
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High-intensity interval training has sustainable effects in patients with inflammatory arthritis
Patients in a randomized trial improved their cardiorespiratory fitness, but the positive response did not coincide with changes in pain or...
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Early axial spondyloarthritis diagnosis in referred patients remains stable in most
Patients who are diagnosed with axial spondyloarthritis after referral to a rheumatologist for chronic back pain most often keep that diagnosis,...
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Enthesitis, arthritis, tenosynovitis linked to dupilumab use for atopic dermatitis
Musculoskeletal symptoms identified in some patients treated with dupilumab for atopic dermatitis could help further understanding of how...
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Two biologics show no difference in axial spondyloarthritis radiographic progression over 2 years
This study represents the first head-to-head trial comparing the effects of two biologics in axial spondyloarthritis, in this case in patients at...
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AxSpA remission on TNFi seen in half of patients with comorbid IBD
Those who had IBD for less than 5 years and those taking adalimumab, as opposed to another TNFi, had higher likelihood of reaching axSpA remission...
News from the FDA/CDC
FDA approves Yuflyma as ninth adalimumab biosimilar
The manufacturer Celltrion is also seeking an interchangeability designation from the FDA, tentatively expected in the fourth quarter of 2024.
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AxSpA effects may be more severe for Black patients
A higher percentage of Black patients had elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate, C-reactive protein, and hip involvement in a small study. Black...
News from the FDA/CDC
FDA approves autoinjector pen for Humira biosimilar, Cyltezo
The drug will be commercially available on July 1, 2023.
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Researchers make headway in understanding axSpA diagnostic delay
A pilot study finds longer delays (more than 4 years) were associated with history of uveitis, ankylosing spondylitis at diagnosis, and being in...