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How Fast Will I See Results From Biologics for Psoriatic Arthritis?

You might be in a rush for symptom relief, but you may also need patience.

Lauren Smith, MAAlexandra Schwarz, MD
Written by Lauren Smith, MA | Reviewed by Alexandra Schwarz, MD
Updated on January 31, 2024
Featuring Saakshi Khattri, MDReviewed by Alexandra Schwarz, MD | January 31, 2024

If you’re starting a new medication for psoriatic arthritis, it likely means you’ve been having symptoms that have been hard to control. As a result, you might be feeling impatient or desperate for some relief. How long does it take to see results from psoriatic arthritis treatment, specifically biologics?

You may need patience to see the treatment results you want after starting a biologic for psoriatic arthritis. For some people, it can take around three months to see meaningful results. Your doctor will likely have you stay on a biologic for at least six months to give it time to work. 

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Lauren Smith, MA
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Lauren Smith, MA
Lauren Smith, MA, has worked in health journalism since 2017. Before joining GoodRx, she was the senior health editor and writer for HealthiNation.
Alexandra Schwarz, MD, is a board-eligible sleep medicine physician and a board-certified family medicine physician. She is a member of both the AASM and the ABFM.

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