Stelara

(ustekinumab)
0.5 ML ustekinumab 90 MG/ML Injection [Stelara]0.5 ML ustekinumab 90 MG/ML Prefilled Syringe [Stelara]
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Dosage & administration

Psoriasis Adult Subcutaneous Recommended Dosage :

Weight Range (kilograms)Dosage Regimen
less than or equal to 100 kg45 mg administered subcutaneously initially and 4 weeks later, followed by 45 mg administered subcutaneously every 12 weeks
greater than 100 kg 90 mg administered subcutaneously initially and 4 weeks later, followed by 90 mg administered subcutaneously every 12 weeks

Psoriasis Pediatric Patients (6 to 17 years old) Subcutaneous Recommended Dosage :

Weight-based dosing is recommended at the initial dose, 4 weeks later, then every 12 weeks thereafter.

Weight Range (kilograms)Dose
less than 60 kg0.75 mg/kg
60 kg to 100 kg45 mg
greater than 100 kg90 mg

Psoriatic Arthritis Adult Subcutaneous Recommended Dosage :

Psoriatic Arthritis Pediatric (6 to 17 years old) Subcutaneous Recommended Dosage : Weight-based dosing is recommended at the initial dose, 4 weeks later, then every 12 weeks thereafter.

Weight Range (kilograms)Dosage Regimen
less than 60 kg0.75 mg/kg
60 kg or more45 mg
greater than 100 kg with co-existent moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis90 mg

Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis Initial Adult Intravenous Recommended Dosage :

A single intravenous infusion using weight-based dosing:

Weight Range (kilograms)Recommended Dosage
up to 55 kg260 mg (2 vials)
greater than 55 kg to 85 kg390 mg (3 vials)
greater than 85 kg520 mg (4 vials)

Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis Maintenance Adult Subcutaneous Recommended Dosage :

A subcutaneous 90 mg dose 8 weeks after the initial intravenous dose, then every 8 weeks thereafter.

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prior authorization

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Most recent Stelara prior authorization forms

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Verified: Sep 10, 2023Kaiser Permanente - Mid Atlantic Stelara Prior Authorization Form Mid-Atlantic States
Verified: Oct 02, 2023Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan - FEP Stelara Prior Authorization Form (Medical Benefit)
Verified: Sep 28, 2023Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina - Stelara Prior Authorization Form
Verified: Sep 28, 2023Paramount - Stelara Prior Authorization Form
Verified: Sep 28, 2023Independence Blue Cross - Stelara Prior Authorization Form
Verified: Sep 28, 2023Caremark - Stelara Prior Authorization Form
Verified: Sep 28, 2023Cigna - Stelara SQ Prior Authorization Form
Verified: Sep 28, 2023Cigna - Stelara IV Prior Authorization Form
Verified: Sep 28, 2023Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina - Pediatric Plaque Psoriasis Prior Authorization Form
Verified: Sep 26, 2023Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan - Stelara SC Prior Authorization Form (Medical Benefit)

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Complete Letter of Medical Necessity

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Medication Guide

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Letter of Exception: Crohn's Disease

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Letter of Exception: Ulcerative Colitis

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Letter of Exception: Plaque Psoriasis

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Letter of Exception: Psoriatic Arthritis

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PA Checklist

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PA Checklist - Spanish

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Appeals Considerations Checklist

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Appeals Considerations Checklist - Spanish

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Gastroenterology Enrollment Form

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Dermatology & Rheumatology Enrollment Form
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Benefits investigation

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Gastroenterology Enrollment Form

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Dermatology & Rheumatology Enrollment Form
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Reimbursement help (FRM)

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Co-pay savings program

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Foundation programs

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Stelara patient education

Getting started on Stelara

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Instructions For Use: Plaque Psoriasis
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Instructions For Use: Psoriatic Arthritis
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Instructions For Use: Ulcerative Colitis
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Instructions For Use: Crohn's Disease
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Patient toolkit

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About Stelara: Plaque Psoriasis
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View How to Take Stelara: Plaque Psoriasis
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About Stelara: Pediatric Plaque Psoriasis
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Doctor Discussion Guide: Plaque Psoriasis
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About Stelara: Psoriatic Arthritis
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View How to Take Stelara: Psoriatic Arthritis
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Doctor Discussion Guide: Psoriatic Arthritis
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Patient Resources: Psoriatic Arthritis
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About Stelara: Ulcerative Colitis
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Patient Resources: Ulcerative Colitis
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About Stelara: Crohn's Disease
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Stelara FAQs

Is STELARA® safe to use during pregnancy?Limited data on the use of STELARA® in pregnant women are insufficient to inform a drug-associated risk. Animal studies have not shown any adverse effects, but the background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population(s) is unknown. Pregnant women should only use STELARA® if the potential benefits outweigh the risks.
Is it safe to use STELARA® while breastfeeding?There is no data on the presence of ustekinumab in human milk or the effects on milk production or the breastfed infant. Ustekinumab was present in the milk of lactating monkeys administered ustekinumab. Breastfeeding women should only use STELARA® if the potential benefits outweigh the risks.
Can children use STELARA®?STELARA® is approved for the treatment of moderate to severe plaque psoriasis in pediatric patients 6 to 17 years old, and psoriatic arthritis in pediatric patients 6 to 17 years old. Use in patients less than 6 years of age with psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis or in pediatric patients with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis has not been established.
Is STELARA® safe for geriatric patients?Although no overall differences in safety or efficacy were observed between older and younger patients, the number of patients aged 65 and over is not sufficient to determine whether they respond differently from younger patients. Geriatric patients using STELARA® may have a higher frequency of serious infection, so caution should be used when treating them.
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