How can we approach tapering or discontinuing biologic DMARDs in an 80 year old with well controlled rheumatoid arthritis?
Answer from: at Academic Institution
Not a simple answer, unfortunately, as we know Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic disease and thus requires long-term treatment!If, however, the patient's preference is to taper or discontinue a biologic DMARD, per ACR RA treatment guidelines, it can be considered after the patient has been in r...