Biosimilar Biologics
When the patent of an originator expires, other manufacturers are allowed to make a biosimilar version of the medicine. A biosimilar has similar effectiveness, safety, and quality and delivers the same therapeutic benefits to patients as its originator. 4
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Biosimilars for the Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis <p>Rheumatologist talks about Biosimilars for the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis</p>Rheumatologist talks about Biosimilars for the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis
What are biosimilar biologics?
When the patent of an originator expires, other manufacturers are allowed to make a biosimilar version of the medicine. A biosimilar has similar effectiveness, safety, and quality and delivers the same therapeutic benefits to patients as its originator. 4 They are typically prescribed to inflammatory arthritis patients by a rheumatologist.