Biologics Without the Jargon

How TNF, IL-17 and IL-23 blockers work, and how to stay safe from infections.

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How it works · Blocking TNF

Immune cells release TNF

TNF is a chemical messenger. Overactive immune cells release it to call in more inflammation.

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Topic

Medications

Length

9 min

Reviewed by Farhan Tahir, MD, FACR

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