Arthritis Rheumatol April 2023 PMID 36383175

The Effects of Daily Prednisone and Tocilizumab on Hemoglobin A During the Treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis.

Naomi J Patel, Veronica Tozzo, John M Higgins, John H Stone

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Nov 2022 – Oct 2024

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What people are saying

Discussions highlight the promising effects of tocilizumab on blood sugar control, with posts referencing the substudy and its independent effects, often using words like 'substantial reduction' and emphasizing the clinical significance. The tone reflects curiosity and acknowledgment of the drug's potential beyond its primary uses, suggesting a meaningful impact on treatment approaches.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions recognize the positive impact of tocilizumab on lowering HbA1c and support the study's conclusions.

InterestModerate interest

Participants show a moderate interest, focusing on the potential benefits and implications for treatment strategies.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments mention specific studies, substudies, and examples, indicating a reasonable level of engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest recognition that the findings could influence future treatment guidelines and patient management.

Abstract in brief

  • The study investigated how daily prednisone (a glucocorticoid) and tocilizumab (an IL-6 receptor inhibitor) affect hemoglobin A (HbA) levels over a year in patients with giant cell arteritis, showing that tocilizumab helps lower HbA levels.
  • Patients treated with both tocilizumab and glucocorticoids experienced a greater reduction in HbA levels compared to those on glucocorticoids alone, which improved glucose tolerance and reduced prediabetes in many patients.
  • Tocilizumab's ability to lower HbA was consistent regardless of baseline diabetes, suggesting it has significant glycemic and non-glycemic effects that could benefit treatment outcomes for GCA patients.]

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Richard Conway
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Tocilizumab assoc substantial reduction in HbA1c in GCA, independent of steroid exposure. Substudy of GiACTA by @NaomiRheumMD et al in @ACR_Journals https://t.co/qhnqBNAg0X

Nov 19, 2022 · 33 likes · 9 shares · 5,611 followers View post →
ACR_Journals
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Just accepted in Arthritis & Rheumatology: The effects of daily prednisone and tocilizumab on hemoglobin A1c during the treatment of giant cell arteritis https://t.co/ccn7xvyX8G

Dec 18, 2022 · 6 likes · 1 share · 14,300 followers View post →
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New Full Length from Arthritis & Rheumatology: The Effects of Daily Prednisone and Tocilizumab on Hemoglobin A1c During the Treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis https://t.co/AIaczdiL4Y #OpenAccess

Feb 28, 2023 · 1 like · 14,300 followers View post →
vasculitides
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The effects of daily prednisone and tocilizumab on hemoglobin A1c during the treatment of giant cell arteritis - Arthritis Rheumatol https://t.co/WwspJFco41

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MGH Pathology
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The effects of daily prednisone and tocilizumab on hemoglobin A1c during the treatment of giant cell arteritis ✏️ John M Higgins 2 3

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Elena Nikiphorou
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RT @RichardPAConway: Tocilizumab assoc substantial reduction in HbA1c in GCA, independent of steroid exposure. Substudy of GiACTA by @Naomi…

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ACR_Journals
@ACR_Journals · X

New Full Length from Arthritis & Rheumatology: The Effects of Daily Prednisone and Tocilizumab on Hemoglobin A1c During the Treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis https://t.co/AIaczdiL4Y #OpenAccess

Feb 28, 2023 · 1 like · 14,300 followers View post →
Daniel H Solomon
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RT @ACR_Journals: Just accepted in Arthritis & Rheumatology: The effects of daily prednisone and tocilizumab on hemoglobin A1c during the…

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ACR_Journals
@ACR_Journals · X

Just accepted in Arthritis & Rheumatology: The effects of daily prednisone and tocilizumab on hemoglobin A1c during the treatment of giant cell arteritis https://t.co/ccn7xvyX8G

Dec 18, 2022 · 6 likes · 1 share · 14,300 followers View post →
vasculitides
@vasculitides · X

The effects of daily prednisone and tocilizumab on hemoglobin A1c during the treatment of giant cell arteritis - Arthritis Rheumatol https://t.co/WwspJFco41

Nov 24, 2022 · 1 like · 4,909 followers View post →
MGH Pathology
@MGHPathology · X

The effects of daily prednisone and tocilizumab on hemoglobin A1c during the treatment of giant cell arteritis ✏️ John M Higgins 2 3

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Suresh kumar
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RT @RichardPAConway: Tocilizumab assoc substantial reduction in HbA1c in GCA, independent of steroid exposure. Substudy of GiACTA by @Naomi…

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Elena Nikiphorou
@ElenaNikiUK · X

RT @RichardPAConway: Tocilizumab assoc substantial reduction in HbA1c in GCA, independent of steroid exposure. Substudy of GiACTA by @Naomi…

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Ronald M. Chavin
@rmchavin · X

11-16-2022: Boston, MA: The 4 best anti-diabetes drugs are powerful plant antioxidants (use first), the biguanide, Glucophage (metformin) [use 2nd], the thiazolidinedione, Actos (pioglitazone) [use 3rd], and Actemra (tocilizumab) [use if available to you] https://t.co/l4kKOrL7jO

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Kyle Walker
@KyleWalkerM · X

RT @RichardPAConway: Tocilizumab assoc substantial reduction in HbA1c in GCA, independent of steroid exposure. Substudy of GiACTA by @Naomi…

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Luis Caminal
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RT @RichardPAConway: Tocilizumab assoc substantial reduction in HbA1c in GCA, independent of steroid exposure. Substudy of GiACTA by @Naomi…

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RT @RichardPAConway: Tocilizumab assoc substantial reduction in HbA1c in GCA, independent of steroid exposure. Substudy of GiACTA by @Naomi…

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Minna Kohler, MD, RhMSUS
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RT @RichardPAConway: Tocilizumab assoc substantial reduction in HbA1c in GCA, independent of steroid exposure. Substudy of GiACTA by @Naomi…

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Guy Katz, MD
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RT @RichardPAConway: Tocilizumab assoc substantial reduction in HbA1c in GCA, independent of steroid exposure. Substudy of GiACTA by @Naomi…

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Patricia (Pat) Mattinson
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RT @RichardPAConway: Tocilizumab assoc substantial reduction in HbA1c in GCA, independent of steroid exposure. Substudy of GiACTA by @Naomi…

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Jose Luis Morell
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RT @RichardPAConway: Tocilizumab assoc substantial reduction in HbA1c in GCA, independent of steroid exposure. Substudy of GiACTA by @Naomi…

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Richard Conway
@RichardPAConway · X

Tocilizumab assoc substantial reduction in HbA1c in GCA, independent of steroid exposure. Substudy of GiACTA by @NaomiRheumMD et al in @ACR_Journals https://t.co/qhnqBNAg0X

Nov 19, 2022 · 33 likes · 9 shares · 5,611 followers View post →
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