Taltz® Alternatives
Taltz®
(ixekizumab)Taltz, a monoclonal antibody, has anti-inflammatory properties and can potentially alleviate symptoms of psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, or ankylosing spondylitis. Its administration involves subcutaneous injection, and the most common side effects include injection site reactions and an elevated susceptibility to infections.
Taltz is FDA approved for the following indications: Plaque Psoriasis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, and Non-Radiographic Axial Spondylarthritis.
Cosentyx®
(secukinumab)Cosentyx is a monoclonal antibody treatment option for several conditions, including plaque psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and others. Following the initial loading dose, subcutaneous injection of Cosentyx is required every four weeks, but patients can typically be taught to self-administer using the Sensoready pen or prefilled syringe. Nasopharyngitis and an elevated risk of infection are the most frequently reported side effects.
Cosentyx is FDA approved for the following indications: Plaque Psoriasis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Non-Radiographic Axial Spondylarthritis, and Enthesitis-related Arthritis.