Great question! Humira (adalimumab) is a biologic medication used to treat RA, and many people find it helpful in reducing symptoms and slowing joint damage.
Here's what myRAteam members have shared about their experience with biologic self-injections like Humira:
- Many found self-injection scary at first but quickly got Show Full Answer
Great question! Humira (adalimumab) is a biologic medication used to treat RA, and many people find it helpful in reducing symptoms and slowing joint damage.
Here's what myRAteam members have shared about their experience with biologic self-injections like Humira:
- Many found self-injection scary at first but quickly got comfortable with it
- "Self-injection was scary at first, but it was much easier than I thought — a little pinch and done"
- "Self-injection is the best. You feel absolutely nothing!!!"
- Some members noted occasional bruising or redness at the injection site As for dosing and frequency, that's something a rheumatologist determines individually, so it's best to check with yours for the right schedule and dose for your specific situation.
It's worth noting that some biologics can take time to work — sometimes up to a couple of months — so patience is key when starting out.
If Humira isn't providing enough relief, other biologic options exist that your doctor can discuss with you.
September 6
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