Skyrizi

Skyrizi

risankizumab

Manufacturer:

Abbvie

Distributor:

Zuellig Pharma
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Risankizumab
Indications/Uses
Moderate to severe plaque psoriasis in adults who are candidates for systemic therapy. Monotherapy or in combination w/ MTX for active psoriatic arthritis in adults who inadequately respond or intolerant to ≥1 DMARDs.
Dosage/Direction for Use
150 mg SC inj at wk 0, 4 & every 12 wk thereafter.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity. Active infections eg, TB.
Special Precautions
Discontinue use if serious hypersensitivity reaction occurs. Not to be inj in tender, bruised, erythematous, indurated skin or w/ psoriasis. Not to be initiated in patients w/ clinically important active infection. Chronic or history of recurrent infection, or known risk factors for infection. Evaluate for TB prior to initiation; monitor for signs & symptoms of active TB. Not to be given w/ live vaccines during & for at least 21 wk after treatment. Women of childbearing potential should use effective contraception during & for at least 21 wk after treatment. Avoid use during pregnancy. Lactation. Childn & adolescents 5-18 yr; childn <6 yr w/ moderate to severe plaque psoriasis; childn <5 yr w/ psoriatic arthritis.
Adverse Reactions
URTI. Tinea infections; headache; pruritus; fatigue, inj site reactions.
MIMS Class
Immunosuppressants / Psoriasis, Seborrhea & Ichthyosis Preparations
ATC Classification
L04AC18 - risankizumab ; Belongs to the class of interleukin inhibitors. Used as immunosuppressants.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Skyrizi soln for inj 150 mg/mL
Packing/Price
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