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Use of certain medications known as monoclonal anti"“ tumor necrosis factor (TNF-) antibodies for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis appears to be associated with an increased risk for herpes zoster (shingles), the painful infection characterized by blisters, according to a study in the February 18 issue of JAMA.
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