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This thread is intended to give you information on the most common prescribed biological treatments for psoriasis & psoriatic arthritis. You should always check the information with your GP or Dermatologist.
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What Are Biologics ?
Biologic drugs are made from living human or animal proteins. They are designed to treat psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis by targeting overactive cells in the body. Some biologics target a type of immune cell called T cells while others target the chemical messengers released by activated T cells.
Tests: Patients should be checked for tuberculosis (TB) before taking Biologicals and you should have regular blood tests. You may also be given X Rays.
Storage:
Always keep Biologicals in the fridge (Not Freezer) Take them out about 15 minutes before using this will make them sting less. Please follow the relevant link to the manufacturers web site for detailed storage instructions.
Using:
Always wash your hands well before use and make sure you have a clean area to work on, wipe the area of skin well with the alcohol swab provided with the medication. Pinch an inch of skin on your chosen site usually the stomach, and stab the needle in "don't push it in" the slower you go the more it will sting. Slowly push the syringe till all the medication has gone, remove the needle, let go of your skin and give a final wipe with an alcohol swab. Don't worry about injecting yourself it's a simple process and not painful, and your adviser will make sure you are comfortable with it before letting you go it alone. But once you do, you will wonder what all the fuss is about.
For detailed instructions please follow the relevant link to the manufacturers web site found in each post.
Side Effects: Please read each section for side effects and follow the link to the manufacturers web site.
Please click a biologic from the list or scroll down to view all.
Humira (adalimumab) Targets TNF-a
Enbrel (etanercept) Targets TNF-a
Remicade (infliximab) Targets TNF-a
Stelara (ustekinumab) Targets interleukin 12 and interleukin 23
Simponi (golimumab) Targets TNF-a
Cimzia (certolizumab pegol) Targets TNF-a
Cosentyx (secukinumab) Targets interleukin 17
Taltz (ixekizumab) Targets interleukin 17
Kyntheum / Siliq (brodalumab) Targets interleukin 17
Tremfya (guselkumab) Targets interleukin 23
Orencia (abatacept) Targets TNF *Only used for psoriatic arthritis.
Ilumetri / Ilumya (tildrakizumab) Targets interleukin 23
Skyrizi (risankizumab) Targets interleukin 23
Bimzelx (bimekizumab) Targets interluken 17F & 17A
Spevigo (spesolimab) Targets interleukin 36 *Only used for Generalized Pustular Psoriasis.
I will lock this thread to save any confusion, if you want to comment on the thread please start a new topic or send me a PM.
What Are Biologics ?
Biologic drugs are made from living human or animal proteins. They are designed to treat psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis by targeting overactive cells in the body. Some biologics target a type of immune cell called T cells while others target the chemical messengers released by activated T cells.
Tests: Patients should be checked for tuberculosis (TB) before taking Biologicals and you should have regular blood tests. You may also be given X Rays.
Storage:
Always keep Biologicals in the fridge (Not Freezer) Take them out about 15 minutes before using this will make them sting less. Please follow the relevant link to the manufacturers web site for detailed storage instructions.
Using:
Always wash your hands well before use and make sure you have a clean area to work on, wipe the area of skin well with the alcohol swab provided with the medication. Pinch an inch of skin on your chosen site usually the stomach, and stab the needle in "don't push it in" the slower you go the more it will sting. Slowly push the syringe till all the medication has gone, remove the needle, let go of your skin and give a final wipe with an alcohol swab. Don't worry about injecting yourself it's a simple process and not painful, and your adviser will make sure you are comfortable with it before letting you go it alone. But once you do, you will wonder what all the fuss is about.
For detailed instructions please follow the relevant link to the manufacturers web site found in each post.
Side Effects: Please read each section for side effects and follow the link to the manufacturers web site.
Please click a biologic from the list or scroll down to view all.
Humira (adalimumab) Targets TNF-a
Enbrel (etanercept) Targets TNF-a
Remicade (infliximab) Targets TNF-a
Stelara (ustekinumab) Targets interleukin 12 and interleukin 23
Simponi (golimumab) Targets TNF-a
Cimzia (certolizumab pegol) Targets TNF-a
Cosentyx (secukinumab) Targets interleukin 17
Taltz (ixekizumab) Targets interleukin 17
Kyntheum / Siliq (brodalumab) Targets interleukin 17
Tremfya (guselkumab) Targets interleukin 23
Orencia (abatacept) Targets TNF *Only used for psoriatic arthritis.
Ilumetri / Ilumya (tildrakizumab) Targets interleukin 23
Skyrizi (risankizumab) Targets interleukin 23
Bimzelx (bimekizumab) Targets interluken 17F & 17A
Spevigo (spesolimab) Targets interleukin 36 *Only used for Generalized Pustular Psoriasis.
