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Tag: Autoimmune myopathies

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What is the new drug for myositis? Exploring Breakthroughs and Emerging Treatments

3 min read
For years, patients with myositis relied on older immunosuppressants and corticosteroids, but the landscape is rapidly evolving with new, targeted therapies. A key advancement is Octagam 10% (Intravenous Immunoglobulin or IVIg), which received FDA approval in 2021 specifically for adult dermatomyositis. This milestone highlights significant progress in answering the question, 'What is the new drug for myositis?'