APPENDIX A EXCEPTION DRUG STATUS PROGRAM
Psoriatic arthritis For the treatment of psoriatic arthritis in patients who have failed, or are intolerant to, methotrexate and one other non-biologic, disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug (DMARD). Note: This product should be used in consultation with a specialist in this area. Ankylosing Spondylitis For the treatment of ankylosing spondylitis (AS) according to the …
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