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Secukinumab

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Secukinumab - What is it for

Secukinumab belongs to a class of medicines called biologics. Biologics are genetically-engineered proteins. Secukinumab works by blocking the activity of a protein called interleukin (IL) 17A.IL-17A levels are increased in diseases such as psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. Secukinumab blocks IL-17A and helps to reduce the activity of the immune system and the symptoms of the diseases.

It may be used alone or together with other DMARDs.

Secukinumab - Additional Information

  • Updated on 10/31/2023 12:00:00 AM
  • Article contributed by PSS National Medication Information Workgroup PSS National Medication Information Workgroup
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