Top 10 Biologic Medications in the United States

For instance, biologics for rheumatoid arthritis work to block inflammatory proteins or cells.1

Arthritis Foundation. Biologics.

 Those for cancer can aid your immune system in identifying and destroying cancer cells.2

Types of biologics include:3

    Vaccines
    Insulin
    Cancer therapies
    Some gene therapies
    Growth factors
    Monoclonal antibodies

Biologics don’t always work for everyone, and it can be challenging to find the right biologic medication. They can also have severe, sometimes life-threatening side effects.
Side Effects

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