7 plus years diagnosed GCA via biopsies on both temporal region. I am not a believer of being diagnosed with GCA without biopsies as there are so many other issues that could exhibit same. I was not exhibiting “text book” symptoms. Although it was rough until diagnosed, infused monthly (x 5 yrs) Actemra was the best treatment for me. My insurance (Medicare + Capital Blue Cross) covered all infusions. No other drugs accompanied the infusions ie, Prednisone, or the other drugs mentioned in the various blogs. I am in remission (2 years) and getting routine blood work follow-up. Going off Actemra did not present any adverse reaction for me although it was tapered.