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COSENTYX is the first FDA-approved biologic treatment of its kind

What is a biologic?

A biologic is a protein-based medication that is made from living sources and is taken by injection or infusion.

 

COSENTYX is designed to target and block IL-17A, which is believed to play a role in inflammation that causes psoriasis plaques and joint pain in people with psoriatic arthritis

Why is IL-17A important?

With psoriasis, an overactive immune system overproduces certain proteins, one of which is  IL-17A, causing inflammation and painful, itchy plaques to appear on the skin. In some people, this inflammation can also cause pain in the joints. COSENTYX is the first and most prescribed† FDA-approved IL-17A blocker.

†Across all indications.

Brenelle talks to an expert to uncover how COSENTYX works

Results fast. Clear skin that can last.

In clinical trials, the majority of people taking COSENTYX 300 mg were clear or almost clear at 12 weeks. Approximately 8 out of 10 people saw 75% skin clearance. Approximately 6 out of 10 people saw 90% skin clearance. Many who saw results at 1 year maintained them at 5 years.‡

‡After 3 years, patients and doctors were told which medication was being used. Knowing the study drug being used may affect the results.

Cyndi Lauper Cosentyx patient
Cyndi
Actual Patient

Individual results may vary. Cyndi was compensated for her time.

“I’m just grateful now that I actually am in the clear. I started summer 2015, so it’s 3 years for me, and I am so grateful to feel better, you know?”

Feel relief fast

Among people who kept a symptom diary (39% of people), improvement in psoriasis symptoms like pain, itching, and scaling was seen in those taking COSENTYX after just 12 weeks.§

§Compared to those not taking COSENTYX.

Cosentyx psoriasis patient Dewey
Dewey
Actual Patient

Individual results may vary. Dewey was compensated for his time.

“The best feeling is to be out in public and actually have people see me—not, ‘Oh my gosh, he’s got psoriasis. He looks funny.’”

Feel real relief from pain that goes deeper

COSENTYX is also proven to help relieve joint pain and swelling and other symptoms of psoriatic arthritis. Learn more about how COSENTYX works on the pain that goes deeper.

Cosentyx psoriasis patient Darren
Darren
Actual Patient

Individual results may vary. Darren was compensated for his time.

“It’s not running my life anymore. I don’t feel like crap all the time.”

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Indications

COSENTYX® (secukinumab) is a prescription medicine used to treat adults:

  • with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis that involves large areas or many areas of the body, and who may benefit from taking injections or pills (systemic therapy) or phototherapy (treatment using ultraviolet or UV light, alone or with systemic therapy)

  • with active psoriatic arthritis

  • with active ankylosing spondylitis

Important Safety Information

Do not use COSENTYX if you have had a severe allergic reaction to secukinumab or any of the other ingredients in COSENTYX. See the Medication Guide for a complete list of ingredients.

COSENTYX is a medicine that affects your immune system. COSENTYX may increase your risk of having serious side effects such as:

Infections

COSENTYX may lower the ability of your immune system to fight infections and may increase your risk of infections.

  • Your doctor should check you for tuberculosis (TB) before starting treatment with COSENTYX.
  • If your doctor feels that you are at risk for TB, you may be treated with medicine for TB before you begin treatment with COSENTYX and during treatment with COSENTYX.
  • Your doctor should watch you closely for signs and symptoms of TB during treatment with COSENTYX. Do not take COSENTYX if you have an active TB infection.

Before starting COSENTYX, tell your doctor if you:

  • are being treated for an infection
  • have an infection that does not go away or that keeps coming back
  • have TB or have been in close contact with someone with TB
  • think you have an infection or have symptoms of an infection, such as: fevers, sweats, or chills; muscle aches; cough; shortness of breath; blood in your phlegm; weight loss; warm, red, or painful skin or sores on your body; diarrhea or stomach pain; burning when you urinate or urinate more often than normal

After starting COSENTYX, call your doctor right away if you have any signs of infection listed above. Do not use COSENTYX if you have any signs of infection unless you are instructed to by your doctor.

Inflammatory Bowel Disease

New cases of inflammatory bowel disease or “flare-ups” can happen with COSENTYX, and can sometimes be serious. If you have inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease), tell your doctor if you have worsening disease symptoms during treatment with COSENTYX or develop new symptoms of stomach pain or diarrhea.

Serious Allergic Reactions

Serious allergic reactions can occur. Get emergency medical help right away if you get any of the following symptoms: feeling faint; swelling of your face, eyelids, lips, mouth, tongue, or throat; trouble breathing or throat tightness; chest tightness; or skin rash. If you have a severe allergic reaction, do not give another injection of COSENTYX.  

Before starting COSENTYX, tell your doctor if you:

  • have any of the conditions or symptoms listed above for infections
  • have inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis)
  • are allergic to latex. The needle caps contain latex.
  • have recently received or are scheduled to receive an immunization (vaccine). People who take COSENTYX should not receive live vaccines.
  • have any other medical conditions
  • are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if COSENTYX can harm your unborn baby. You and your doctor should decide if you will use COSENTYX.
  • are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if COSENTYX passes into your breast milk.

Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Know the medicines you take. Keep a list of your medicines to show your doctor and pharmacist when you get a new medicine.

How should I use COSENTYX?

See the detailed Instructions for Use that comes with your COSENTYX for information on how to prepare and inject a dose of COSENTYX, and how to properly throw away (dispose of) used COSENTYX Sensoready® pens and prefilled syringes.

  • Use COSENTYX exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
  • If your doctor decides that you or a caregiver may give your injections of COSENTYX at home, you should receive training on the right way to prepare and inject COSENTYX. Do not try to inject COSENTYX yourself, until you or your caregiver has been shown how to inject COSENTYX by your doctor or nurse.

The most common side effects of COSENTYX include: cold symptoms, diarrhea, and upper respiratory infections. These are not all of the possible side effects of COSENTYX. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

 Please see full Prescribing Information, including Medication Guide.

 

*Limitations apply. Up to a $16,000 annual limit. Offer not valid under Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal or state program. Novartis reserves the right to rescind, revoke, or amend this program without notice. See complete Terms & Conditions for details.

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