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Great question! The duration of infusion therapy for RA can vary quite a bit depending on the specific biologic being used. Here's a general breakdown:

- Orencia (abatacept): Infusions last 30–60 minutes, given monthly after the initial doses
- Rituxan (rituximab): Each infusion takes 3–4 hours, with two infusions given Show Full Answer

Great question! The duration of infusion therapy for RA can vary quite a bit depending on the specific biologic being used. Here's a general breakdown:

- Orencia (abatacept): Infusions last 30–60 minutes, given monthly after the initial doses
- Rituxan (rituximab): Each infusion takes 3–4 hours, with two infusions given two weeks apart, then repeated every six months
- Remicade (infliximab): Infusions last 2–4 hours, starting every 15 days, then moving to every eight weeks for maintenance
- Actemra (tocilizumab): Takes about an hour per infusion

As for how long a person continues infusion therapy overall, that depends on how well the treatment is working and what a rheumatologist recommends. Some people stay on infusion therapy for many years if it's managing their RA effectively.

It's always best to discuss the long-term plan with a rheumatologist, as they'll tailor the schedule to individual needs and monitor for any side effects along the way.

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Infusion Therapy for Rheumatoid Arthritis: Your Guide