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What to choose instead of Enbrel

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Finally bit the bullet today and rang the Rheumy to request a different biologic. Enbrel has been great for 14 years but the last year has been steadily downhill. My consultant said it was ok to change and gave me a choice of 4 others. (Mus try and find the list)

My question is, do I go for another anti-tnf as enbrel worked so well or should I choose a totally different

Has anyone else changed from Enbrel, if so, what did you change to and was it successful.

Thanks

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Speak to your rheumy nurse & ask her to explain the difference between the 4 choices you have been given.

My rheumy has always explained exactly why he advises x,y or z.

Presumably the 4 you have been offered are all suitable...just need fine tuning!

Good Luck!

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Maggsie in reply to AgedCrone

Thanks, I spoke to the nurse this afternoon and we've narrowed it down to rituximab or orencia. Need to do a bit more digging and make a decision between the two.

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AgedCrone in reply to Maggsie

I have been on Rituximab since 2016 .....it has been very successful for me - originally two infusions two weeks apart twice a year ....have now been told I can go to once a year or possibly on demand. Obviously can’t say it will suit you but I am very happy with it .

Do you hope which ever one you choose is a great success.

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