How effective is Humira for ulcerative colitis?

Humira has been highly effective for ulcerative colitis, though it is not yet approved for it. It is however approved for Chron's Disease. Humira is designed to alter your immune system and is one of the stronter medications that most patients with the disease work with. Most people take Humira after their body rejects Remicade,which also tends to cost more than Humira. Although it is effective, it has several side effects such as itchy scalp, joint pains, and psoriasis.

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