Efficacy of Cyclosporin A in Rheumatoid Arthritis: Long-term Follow-up Data and the Effect on Quality of Life
- 1 January 1992
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in Scandinavian Journal of Rheumatology
- Vol. 21 (sup95) , 29-33
- https://doi.org/10.3109/03009749209101480
Abstract
Cyclosporin A is a potent immunomodulator which was used initially in organ transplantation. It has subsequently been used in the management of various autoimmune conditions. This paper is concerned with experience to date with cyclosporin A in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. It considers the major clinical trials, long-term experience, and the impact of cyclosporin A on quality of life.Keywords
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