There is also evidence of a reduction in joint damage. In a small proportion of patients no significant improvement is seen. Your doctor will assess your response to treatment and consider stopping it if it is of no benefit. You will need to attend the hospital for the day for each infusion. Infusions are given the day you start, at 2 and 6 weeks after the first infusion, and then at 8 weekly intervals.
Some patients experience side-effects during the infusion.
If you experience any kind of discomfort during the infusion, let the nurse know immediately. The nurse may need to slow down the infusion. Other more long term side-effects may also occur. If you develop a serious infection, remicade therapy will be stopped. If you have a chronic infection, or a history of recurring infection, be sure to let your doctor know.