Rheumatoid arthritis is a long-term condition in which the body?s immune system attacks the joints, leading to pain, swelling, and joint damage if not well controlled. In your case, since you already have deformities and your current medicines are not giving enough relief, it suggests that the disease is not fully controlled. Intacept 25 mg injection contains etanercept, a biological medicine that reduces the overactive immune response. It is usually considered when standard treatments are ineffective. Many patients notice improvement in pain, stiffness, and slowing of further joint damage after starting it. However, it can increase the risk of infections and may not be suitable for everyone. That is why proper screening and regular monitoring are important before and during treatment. The decision should be based on your disease activity, response to current medicines, overall health, and risk factors. In many such cases, switching to a biologic like Intacept is considered appropriate when standard therapy fails, but it should always be done under the close supervision of a doctor or rheumatologist.