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How long does it take for Kevzara to work?

Medically reviewed by Carmen Pope, BPharm. Last updated on June 18, 2024.

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Following a single injection of Kevzara, a rapid reduction in CRP levels was observed within two weeks in most people, although it may take up to 12 weeks (three months) for Kevzara to work in some people.

About Kevzara

Kevzara (sarilumab) is used to treat moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis (RA) or PMR in adults. It is also approved for patients weighing 63 kg or greater with active pJIA. It belongs to a family of medicines called interleukin-6 (IL-6) inhibitors and is a type of biologic.

Kevzara is usually given after other medications for RA have been tried and shown not to work. It is usually given in addition to other medications, such as methotrexate. In PMR, Kevzara is used in adults who have not responded to corticosteroids or who cannot tolerate a decrease in corticosteroid dose. For pJIA, Kevzara represents a new treatment option.

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