All questions about Rheumatoid arthritis

What are biologics and JAK inhibitors?

Newer medicines used when DMARDs alone haven't worked well enough. They target specific parts of the immune system.

The full answer, with the sources, is in the guide.

Sources

• NHS: Rheumatoid arthritis, treatment
• American College of Rheumatology: Rheumatoid arthritis (patient fact sheet)
• US National Institutes of Health (NIAMS): Rheumatoid arthritis

Reviewed 2026-11-09 · next review 2027-11-09