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How long do you continue IVIG for myositis patients in remission on that therapy?

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Rheumatology · University of Pittsburgh
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Typical total duration of IVIG is about 1-2 years. If someone is in remission, I will decrease IVIG to 1 gm/kg monthly dose. If still in remission for 3 months, I decrease to 1 gm/kg every other month for 2 more cycles. If still in remission, you could either stop or do 1-2 doses every 3 months befo...

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