My rheumatologist asked me if I would be willing to try Actemra six years ago. It was offered to me and I accepted to offer. My rheumatologist said Actemra was probably my best hope of ever getting off prednisone. My quality of life was low after 12 years of prednisone so I felt like I had nothing to lose by trying Actemra. I didn’t expect much but Actemra gave my life back. I have mostly recovered from PMR and prednisone side effects.