2 new treatments for rheumatoid arthritis approved in Japan

Although I mean to make this blog as wide-reaching as possible, most of the news I find is geared towards North America and sometimes Europe and Australia/New Zealand. It’s not from the lack of trying – I do search for news elsewhere.

Today I found that there are two medications now approved for use in Japan to treat the pain and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis. For those living with pain caused by RA, this is – hopefully – good news.

Abbott Announces HUMIRA® (adalimumab) Approved In Japan For The Treatment Of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Actemra Approved In Japan To Treat Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis

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