[Solutions for off-label therapy].
About 25% of administrations are for off-label indications. The treatment of many rheumatic diseases includes off-label use. Reimbursement from the health insurance is possible if no other approved therapy is available, and if scientific studies prove the effectiveness of the drug.
Schmidt
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Rheumaklinik Berlin-Buch, Karower Strasse 11, 13125 Berlin, Germany. schmidt.wa@t-online.de
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