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Secukinumab is classified as il-17a inhibitor. Brand names associated with this community include Cosentyx.
The label displayed here is for COSENTYX. Other brands or formulations may have different approved uses, doses and safety information; their names are included for navigation, not to imply interchangeability.
COSENTYX is a human interleukin-17A antagonist indicated for the treatment of:
moderate to severe plaque psoriasis (PsO) in adults and pediatric patients 6 years and older who are candidates for systemic therapy or phototherapy. ( 1.1 )
active psoriatic arthritis (PsA) in adults and pediatric patients 2 years of age and older. ( 1.2 )
active ankylosing spondylitis (AS) in adults and pediatric patients 12 years of age and older. ( 1.3 )
active non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis (nr-axSpA) in adults with objective signs of inflammation. ( 1.4 )
active enthesitis-related arthritis (ERA) in pediatric patients 4 years of age and older. ( 1.5 )
moderate to severe hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) in adults and pediatric patients 12 years of age and older. ( 1.6 )
COSENTYX ® is indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe plaque psoriasis (PsO) in adults and pediatric patients 6 years and older who are candidates for systemic therapy or phototherapy.
COSENTYX is indicated for the treatment of active psoriatic arthritis (PsA) in adults and pediatric patients 2 years of age and older.
COSENTYX is indicated for the treatment of active ankylosing spondylitis (AS) in adults and pediatric patients 12 years of age and older.
COSENTYX is indicated for the treatment of active non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis (nr-axSpA) in adult patients with objective signs of inflammation.
COSENTYX is indicated for the treatment of active enthesitis-related arthritis (ERA) in pediatric patients 4 years of age and older.
COSENTYX is indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) in adults and pediatric patients 12 years of age and older.
Dosage and administration — label text
Prior to COSENTYX initiation, complete all age-appropriate vaccinations, evaluate patients for tuberculosis (TB). ( 2.1 ) See Full Prescribing Information for instructions on preparation and administration of COSENTYX. ( 2.2 , 2.11 , 2.12 )
Administration of Intravenous Formulation: COSENTYX for intravenous use must be diluted prior to administration. Administer as an intravenous infusion after dilution over a period of 30 minutes. ( 2.12 )
Plaque Psoriasis: Subcutaneous Dosage in Adults: Recommended dosage is 300 mg by subcutaneous injection at Weeks 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 and every 4 weeks thereafter. For some patients, a dose of 150 mg may be acceptable. ( 2.3 ) Subcutaneous Dosage in Pediatric Patients 6 Years and Older: Recommended weight-based dosage is administered by subcutaneous injection at Weeks 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 and every 4 weeks thereafter. For patients < 50 kg, the dose is 75 mg. For patients ≥ 50 kg, the dose is 150 mg. ( 2.3 )
Psoriatic Arthritis: Adult Patients Subcutaneous Dosage: For PsA patients with coexistent moderate to severe PsO, use the dosage and administration for PsO. ( 2.3 ) For other PsA patients, administer with or without a loading dosage. With a loading dosage : 150 mg at Weeks 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 and every 4 weeks thereafter Without a loading dosage : 150 mg every 4 weeks If a patient continues to have active PsA, consider a dosage of 300 mg every 4 weeks. ( 2.4 ) Intravenous Dosage: The recommended intravenous dosages are: With a loading dosage : 6 mg/kg given at Week 0 as a loading dose, followed by 1.75 mg/kg every 4 weeks thereafter (max. maintenance dose 300 mg per infusion). Without a loading dosage : 1.75 mg/kg every 4 weeks (max. maintenance dose 300 mg per infusion). ( 2.4 ) Pediatric Patients 2 Years and Older Subcutaneous Dosages : Administer by subcutaneous injection at Weeks 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 and every 4 weeks thereafter: For patients ≥ 15 kg and < 50 kg the dose is 75 mg. For patients ≥ 50 kg the dose is 150 mg. ( 2.5 )
Ankylosing Spondylitis: Adult Patients Subcutaneous Dosage: Administer with or without a loading dosage. The recommended dosages are: With a loading dosage : 150 mg at Weeks 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 and every 4 weeks thereafter. Without a loading dosage : 150 mg every 4 weeks. If a patient continues to have active ankylosing spondylitis, consider a dosage of 300 mg every 4 weeks. ( 2.6 )
Intravenous Dosage:
The recommended intravenous dosages are:
With a loading dosage : 6 mg/kg given at Week 0 as a loading dose, followed by 1.75 mg/kg every 4 weeks thereafter (max. maintenance dose 300 mg per infusion).
Without a loading dosage : 1.75 mg/kg every 4 weeks (max. maintenance dose 300 mg per infusion). ( 2.6 )
Pediatric Patients 12 Years and Older Subcutaneous Dosage: Administer by subcutaneous injection at Weeks 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 and every 4 weeks thereafter.
For patients < 50 kg, the dose is 75 mg.
For patients ≥ 50 kg, the dose is 150 mg. ( 2.7 )
Non-Radiographic Axial Spondyloarthritis: Subcutaneous Dosage: Administer with or without a loading dosage. The recommended dosage is: With a loading dosage : 150 mg at Weeks 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 and every 4 weeks thereafter. Without a loading dosage : 150 mg every 4 weeks. ( 2.8 )
Intravenous Dosage:
The recommended intravenous dosages are:
With a loading dosage : 6 mg/kg given at Week 0 as a loading dose, followed by 1.75 mg/kg every 4 weeks thereafter (max. maintenance dose 300 mg per infusion).
Without a loading dosage : 1.75 mg/kg every 4 weeks (max. maintenance dose 300 mg per infusion). ( 2.8 )
Enthesitis-Related Arthritis: Recommended weight-based dosage is administered by subcutaneous injection at Weeks 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 and every 4 weeks thereafter. For patients ≥ 15 kg and < 50 kg the dose is 75 mg. For patients ≥ 50 kg the dose is 150 mg. ( 2.9 )
Hidradenitis Suppurativa: Subcutaneous Dosage in Adults : Recommended dosage is 300 mg by subcutaneous injection at Weeks 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 and every 4 weeks thereafter. If a patient does not adequately respond, consider increasing the dosage to 300 mg every 2 weeks. ( 2.10 ) Subcutaneous Dosage in Pediatric Patients 12 Years and Older : Recommended weight-based dosage is administered by subcutaneous injection at Weeks 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 and every 4 weeks thereafter. For patients ≥ 30 kg and < 90 kg, the dose is 150 mg. For patients ≥ 90 kg, the dose is 300 mg. ( 2.10 )
Perform the following evaluations prior to COSENTYX initiation:
Evaluate for active or latent tuberculosis (TB). COSENTYX initiation is not recommended in patients with active TB infection. Initiate treatment of latent TB prior to initiation of COSENTYX [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)] .
Complete all age-appropriate vaccinations as recommended by current immunization guidelines prior to initiating treatment with COSENTYX [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7)] .
COSENTYX is for use under the guidance and supervision of a healthcare provider.
UnoReady pen, Sensoready pen, and prefilled syringes are for subcutaneous use only.
Solution in vials is for intravenous use in adult patients only.
Important Subcutaneous Administration Instructions
Adult patients may self-administer COSENTYX or be injected by a caregiver after proper training in subcutaneous injection technique.
Pediatric patients should not self-administer COSENTYX. An adult caregiver should prepare and inject COSENTYX after proper training in subcutaneous injection technique.
Administer each subcutaneous injection at a different anatomic location (such as upper arms, thighs, or any quadrant of abdomen) than the previous injection, and not into areas where the skin is tender, bruised, erythematous, indurated, or affected by psoriasis. Administration of subcutaneous COSENTYX in the upper, outer arm may be performed by a caregiver or healthcare provider.
The COSENTYX “Instructions for Use” for each presentation and strength contains more detailed instructions on the preparation and administration of COSENTYX for patients and caregivers [see Instructions for Use] .
Important Intravenous Infusion Instructions
Intravenous infusion is only for use by a healthcare professional in a healthcare setting. Prepare COSENTYX intravenous infusion by diluting COSENTYX injection in vial(s) and administering based on patient body weight [see Dosage and Administration (2.12)] . Intravenous infusion may be administered only in adults with PsA, AS, and nr-axSpA.
Recommended Subcutaneous Dosage in Adults
The recommended dosage in adults with PsO is 300 mg by subcutaneous injection at Weeks 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 and every 4 weeks thereafter. Each 300 mg dosage is given as one subcutaneous injection of 300 mg or as two subcutaneous injections of 150 mg.
For some patients, a dosage of 150 mg by subcutaneous injection at Weeks 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 and every 4 weeks thereafter may be acceptable.
Recommended Subcutaneous Dosage in Pediatric Patients 6 Years of Age and Older
The recommended weight-based dosage in pediatric patients 6 years of age and older with PsO is administered by subcutaneous injection at Weeks 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 and every 4 weeks thereafter.
For patients < 50 kg, the recommended dose is 75 mg.
For patients ≥ 50 kg, the recommended dose is 150 mg.
COSENTYX may be administered with or without methotrexate.
Recommended Subcutaneous Dosage
For adult patients with PsA and with coexistent moderate to severe PsO, use the dosage and administration recommendations for adults with PsO [see Dosage and Administration (2.3)] .
For other adult patients with PsA, administer COSENTYX with or without a loading dosage by subcutaneous injection.
The recommended dosage in adults with PsA:
With a loading dosage is 150 mg at Weeks 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 and every 4 weeks thereafter.
Without a loading dosage is 150 mg every 4 weeks.
If a patient continues to have active PsA, consider increasing the dosage to 300 mg by subcutaneous injection every 4 weeks. Each 300 mg dosage is given as one subcutaneous injection of 300 mg or as two subcutaneous injections of 150 mg.
Recommended Intravenous Dosage
COSENTYX injection for intravenous use (solution in vials) requires dilution prior to intravenous administration. The recommended intravenous dosage regimen in adults with PsA:
With a loading dosage is 6 mg/kg loading dose given at Week 0, followed by 1.75 mg/kg every 4 weeks thereafter (maintenance dosage).
Without a loading dosage is 1.75 mg/kg every 4 weeks.
Administer as an intravenous infusion over a period of 30 minutes [see Dosage and Administration (2.12)] .
Total doses exceeding 300 mg per infusion are not recommended for the 1.75 mg/kg maintenance dose in adults with PsA [see Dosage and Administration (2.12)] .
COSENTYX may be administered with or without methotrexate.
The recommended weight-based subcutaneous dosage in pediatric patients 2 years of age and older with PsA at Weeks 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 and every 4 weeks thereafter is as follows:
For patients ≥ 15 kg and < 50 kg, the recommended dose is 75 mg.
For patients ≥ 50 kg, the recommended dose is 150 mg.
Recommended Subcutaneous Dosage
Administer COSENTYX with or without a loading dosage by subcutaneous injection in adult patients with active AS. The recommended dosage:
With a loading dosage is 150 mg at Weeks 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 and every 4 weeks thereafter.
Without a loading dosage is 150 mg every 4 weeks.
If a patient continues to have active AS, consider increasing the dosage to 300 mg every 4 weeks by subcutaneous injection. Each 300 mg dosage is given as one subcutaneous injection of 300 mg or as two subcutaneous injections of 150 mg.
Recommended Intravenous Dosage
COSENTYX injection for intravenous use (solution in vials) requires dilution prior to intravenous administration. The recommended intravenous dosage regimen in adult patients with active AS:
With a loading dosage is 6 mg/kg loading dose given at Week 0, followed by 1.75 mg/kg every 4 weeks thereafter (maintenance dosage).
Without a loading dosage is 1.75 mg/kg every 4 weeks.
Administer as an intravenous infusion over a period of 30 minutes [see Dosage and Administration (2.12)] .
Total doses exceeding 300 mg per infusion are not recommended for the 1.75 mg/kg maintenance dose in patients with AS [see Dosage and Administration (2.11)] .
The recommended weight-based subcutaneous dosage in pediatric patients 12 years of age and older with AS at Weeks 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 and every 4 weeks thereafter is as follows:
For patients < 50 kg, the recommended dose is 75 mg.
For patients ≥ 50 kg, the recommended dose is 150 mg.
Recommended Subcutaneous Dosage
Administer COSENTYX with or without a loading dosage by subcutaneous injection in adult patients with active nr-axSpA. The recommended dosage:
With a loading dosage is 150 mg at Weeks 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 and every 4 weeks thereafter.
Without a loading dosage is 150 mg every 4 weeks.
Recommended Intravenous Dosage
COSENTYX injection for intravenous use (solution in vials) requires dilution prior to intravenous administration. The recommended intravenous dosage regimen in adult patients with active nr-axSpA:
With a loading dosage is 6 mg/kg loading dose given at Week 0, followed by 1.75 mg/kg every 4 weeks thereafter (maintenance dosage).
Without a loading dosage is 1.75 mg/kg every 4 weeks.
Administer as an intravenous infusion over a period of 30 minutes [see Dosage and Administration (2.12)] .
Total doses exceeding 300 mg per infusion are not recommended for the 1.75 mg/kg maintenance dose in patients with nr-axSpA [see Dosage and Administration (2.12)] .
COSENTYX may only be administered as a subcutaneous injection in pediatric patients aged 4 years and older with active ERA.
The recommended weight-based dosage in pediatric patients 4 years of age and older with ERA is administered by subcutaneous injection at Weeks 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 and every 4 weeks thereafter:
For patients ≥ 15 kg and < 50 kg, the recommended dose is 75 mg.
For patients ≥ 50 kg, the recommended dose is 150 mg.
Recommended Subcutaneous Dosage in Adults
The recommended dosage in adult patients with moderate to severe HS is 300 mg by subcutaneous injection at Weeks 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 and every 4 weeks thereafter.
If an adult patient does not adequately respond, consider increasing the dosage to 300 mg every 2 weeks. Each 300 mg dosage is given as one subcutaneous injection of 300 mg or as two subcutaneous injections of 150 mg.
Recommended Subcutaneous Dosage in Pediatric Patients 12 Years of Age and Older
The recommended weight-based dosage in pediatric patients 12 years of age and older with moderate to severe HS is administered by subcutaneous injection at Weeks 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 and every 4 weeks thereafter [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)] .
For patients ≥ 30 kg and < 90 kg, the recommended dose is 150 mg.
For patients ≥ 90 kg, the recommended dose is 300 mg.
COSENTYX UnoReady pen, Sensoready pen, and prefilled syringes are for subcutaneous injection only.
Before subcutaneous injection, remove COSENTYX from the refrigerator and allow COSENTYX to reach room temperature (15 to 30 minutes for the Sensoready pen and prefilled syringes (150 mg/mL, 75 mg/0.5 mL); 30 to 45 minutes for the UnoReady pen) without removing the needle cap.
The removable cap of the COSENTYX Sensoready pen and prefilled syringes (150 mg/mL, 75 mg/0.5 mL) contains natural rubber latex and should not be handled by latex-sensitive individuals [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6)] .
Inspect COSENTYX visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration. COSENTYX injection is a clear to slightly opalescent, colorless to slightly yellow solution. Do not use if the liquid contains visible particles, is discolored or cloudy. Discard any unused product.
COSENTYX (for intravenous use) must be diluted prior to infusion. Using aseptic technique, prepare COSENTYX (for intravenous use) as follows:
Step 1. Volume Calculation
Calculate the total volume of COSENTYX for intravenous use solution (in mL) required based on the patient’s actual body weight as follows: Loading dose (6 mg/kg) is 0.24 mL/kg Maintenance dose (1.75 mg/kg) is 0.07 mL/kg
Use the number of vials based on total volume needed (one vial contains 5 mL of COSENTYX solution).
Step 2. Dilution
Parenteral drug product should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit. Do not use if particulates or discolorations are noted.
Follow Table 1 for recommended infusion bag size based on patient's body weight.
Table 1: Recommended Infusion Bags for Dilution and Preparation of COSENTYX for Intravenous Use Based on Body Weight and Dose
* If a 50 mL infusion bag is unavailable, then use a 100 mL infusion bag and withdraw and discard 50 mL of saline using aseptic technique and continue to follow the preparation and administration steps.
Body weight at time of dosing For the loading dose (6 mg/kg) recommended infusion bag For maintenance dose (1.75 mg/kg) recommended infusion bag
Greater than 52 kg 100 mL 100 mL
Less than or equal to 52 kg 100 mL 50 mL *
From the infusion bag, withdraw and discard a volume of 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, equal to the calculated volume of the COSENTYX solution required for the patient’s dose [see Dosage and Administration (2.4, 2.6, 2.8)] .
From the vial(s), withdraw the calculated volume (mL) of COSENTYX solution and add slowly into the 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP infusion bag. To mix the solution, gently invert the bag to avoid foaming. Do not shake.
Discard unused COSENTYX product in vials because it does not contain preservatives.
Allow the diluted COSENTYX solution for infusion to warm to room temperature prior to the start of the intravenous infusion. Administer the diluted COSENTYX solution for infusion as soon as possible. If not administered immediately, store the diluted solution either:
At room temperature 20ºC to 25ºC (68ºF to 77ºF) for no more than 4.5 hours from the start of the preparation (piercing the first vial) to the completion of infusion.
Under refrigeration at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) for no more than 24 hours, from the start of the time of the preparation (piercing the first vial) to the completion of infusion. This time includes the refrigeration of the diluted solution and the time to allow the diluted solution to warm to room temperature. Protect the diluted solution from light during storage under refrigeration.
Step 3. Administration
Use only an infusion set with an in-line, sterile, non-pyrogenic, low protein-binding filter (pore size 0.2 micrometer).
Administer the infusion at a flow rate of about 3.3 mL/minute for a 100 mL bag or 1.7 mL/min for a 50 mL bag (total administration time: 30 minutes).
When administration is complete, flush the line with 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP to guarantee that all the COSENTYX solution for infusion in the line has been administered.
Do not infuse COSENTYX concomitantly in the same intravenous line with other drugs. No physical or biochemical compatibility studies have been conducted to evaluate the IV coadministration of COSENTYX with other drugs.
Forms and strengths
Injection for subcutaneous use:
300 mg/2 mL as a clear to opalescent, colorless to slightly yellowish solution in a single-dose UnoReady pen
150 mg/mL as a clear to opalescent, colorless to slightly yellowish solution in a single-dose Sensoready pen
150 mg/mL as a clear to opalescent, colorless to slightly yellowish solution in a single-dose prefilled syringe
75 mg/0.5 mL as a clear to opalescent, colorless to slightly yellowish solution in a single-dose prefilled syringe (for pediatric patients less than 50 kg)
Injection for intravenous use:
125 mg/5 mL as a clear to opalescent, colorless to slightly yellowish solution in a single-dose vial for dilution prior to intravenous infusion (for healthcare professional use only).
Subcutaneous Injection
Injection : 300 mg/2 mL solution in a single-dose UnoReady ® pen. ( 3 )
Injection : 150 mg/mL solution in a single-dose Sensoready ® pen and in a single-dose prefilled syringe. ( 3 )
Injection : 75 mg/0.5 mL solution in a single-dose prefilled syringe (for pediatric patients). ( 3 )
Intravenous Infusion
Injection : 125 mg/5 mL solution in a single-dose vial. ( 3 )
Contraindications
COSENTYX is contraindicated in patients with a previous serious hypersensitivity reaction to secukinumab or to any of the excipients in COSENTYX. Cases of anaphylaxis and angioedema have been reported during treatment with COSENTYX [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)] .
Serious hypersensitivity to secukinumab or any excipients in COSENTYX. ( 4 )
Warnings and precautions
Infections : Serious infections have occurred. Exercise caution when considering the use of COSENTYX in patients with a chronic infection or a history of recurrent infection. If a serious infection develops, discontinue COSENTYX until the infection resolves. ( 5.1 )
Hypersensitivity Reactions : If an anaphylactic reaction or other serious allergic reaction occurs, discontinue COSENTYX immediately and initiate appropriate therapy. ( 5.2 )
Tuberculosis (TB) : Prior to initiating treatment with COSENTYX, evaluate for TB. ( 5.3 )
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) : Cases of IBD were observed in clinical trials. Exercise caution when prescribing COSENTYX to patients with IBD. ( 5.4 )
Eczematous Eruptions : Cases of severe eczematous eruptions have occurred in patients receiving COSENTYX. ( 5.5 )
Immunizations : Avoid use of live vaccines in patients treated with COSENTYX. ( 5.7 )
COSENTYX may increase the risk of infections. In clinical trials, a higher rate of infections was observed in COSENTYX treated subjects compared to placebo-treated subjects. In placebo-controlled clinical trials in subjects with moderate to severe PsO, higher rates of common infections, such as nasopharyngitis (11.4% versus 8.6%), upper respiratory tract infection (2.5% versus 0.7%) and mucocutaneous infections with candida (1.2% versus 0.3%) were observed in subjects treated with COSENTYX compared to placebo-treated subjects. A similar increase in risk of infection in subjects treated with COSENTYX was seen in placebo-controlled trials in subjects with PsA, AS and nr-axSpA. The incidence of some types of infections, including fungal infections, appeared to be dose-dependent in clinical trials [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)] .
In the postmarketing setting, serious bacterial, viral, and fungal opportunistic infections, and some fatal infections have been reported in patients receiving IL-17 inhibitors including COSENTYX. Cases of Hepatitis B virus reactivation have been reported [see Adverse Reactions (6.2)] .
Exercise caution when considering the use of COSENTYX in patients with a chronic infection or a history of recurrent infection. Instruct patients to seek medical advice if signs or symptoms suggestive of an infection occur. If a patient develops a serious infection, monitor the patient closely and discontinue COSENTYX until the infection resolves.
If signs of Hepatitis B virus reactivation occur, consult a hepatitis specialist. COSENTYX is not recommended for use in patients with active viral hepatitis.
Serious hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis, angioedema, and urticaria have been reported in COSENTYX treated subjects in clinical trials and in the post-marketing setting [see Adverse Reactions (6.1, 6.2)] . If an anaphylactic or other serious allergic reaction occurs, immediately discontinue administration of COSENTYX and initiate appropriate therapy [see Contraindications (4)] .
Evaluate patients for active or latent TB infection prior to initiating treatment with COSENTYX. Avoid administration of COSENTYX to patients with active TB infection. Initiate treatment of latent TB prior to administering COSENTYX. Consider anti-TB therapy prior to initiation of COSENTYX in patients with a past history of latent or active TB in whom an adequate course of treatment cannot be confirmed. Monitor patients closely for signs and symptoms of active TB during and after treatment.
In the postmarketing setting, cases were reported where patients with a history of latent tuberculosis (TB) who were treated with COSENTYX developed active TB.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) exacerbations, in some cases serious and/or leading to discontinuation of COSENTYX, occurred in COSENTYX treated subjects during clinical trials in PsO, PsA, AS, nr-axSpA, and HS. In adult subjects with HS, the incidence of IBD was higher in subjects who received COSENTYX 300 mg every 2 weeks (Ulcerative Colitis [UC] 1 case, EAIR 0.2/100 subject-years; Crohn`s Disease [CD] 1 case, EAIR 0.2/100 subject-years) compared to subjects who received COSENTYX 300 mg every 4 weeks (IBD 1 case, EAIR 0.2/100 subject-years). In addition, new onset IBD cases occurred in subjects treated with COSENTYX in clinical trials. In an exploratory trial in 59 subjects with active Crohn’s disease [COSENTYX is not approved for the treatment of Crohn`s disease], there were trends toward greater disease activity and increased adverse reactions in subjects treated with COSENTYX as compared to placebo-treated subjects.
Exercise caution when prescribing COSENTYX to patients with IBD. Patients treated with COSENTYX should be monitored for signs and symptoms of IBD [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)] .
In postmarketing reports, cases of severe eczematous eruptions, including atopic dermatitis-like eruptions, dyshidrotic eczema, and erythroderma, were reported in patients receiving COSENTYX; some cases resulted in hospitalization. The onset of eczematous eruptions was variable, ranging from days to months after the first dose of COSENTYX.
Treatment may need to be discontinued to resolve the eczematous eruption. Some patients were successfully treated for eczematous eruptions while continuing COSENTYX.
The removable cap of the COSENTYX Sensoready pen and prefilled syringes (150 mg/mL, 75 mg/0.5 mL) contains natural rubber latex, which may cause a hypersensitivity reaction in latex-sensitive individuals. The safe use of the COSENTYX Sensoready pen or prefilled syringes (150 mg/mL, 75 mg/0.5 mL) in latex-sensitive individuals has not been studied.
Prior to initiating therapy with COSENTYX, consider completion of all age-appropriate immunizations according to current immunization guidelines. COSENTYX may alter a patient's immune response to live vaccines. Avoid use of live vaccines in patients treated with COSENTYX [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.2)] .
Adverse reactions
The following adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail elsewhere in the labeling:
Infections [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)]
Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)]
Inflammatory Bowel Disease [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)]
Eczematous Eruptions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5)]
Most common adverse reactions (> 1%) are nasopharyngitis, diarrhea, and upper respiratory tract infection. ( 6.1 )
To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation at 1-888-669-6682 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch .
Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice.
Adverse Reactions in Clinical Trials of Subcutaneous COSENTYX
Adverse Reactions from Clinical Trials in Adults with PsO
A total of 3,430 adult subjects with PsO were treated with COSENTYX in controlled and uncontrolled clinical trials. Of these, 1,641 subjects were treated with COSENTYX for at least 1 year.
Four placebo-controlled Phase 3 trials in PsO subjects (Trials PsO1, PsO2, PsO3, and PsO4) were pooled to evaluate the safety of COSENTYX in comparison to placebo up to 12 weeks after treatment initiation. In total, 2,077 subjects were evaluated (691 in the COSENTYX 300 mg group, 692 in the COSENTYX 150 mg group, and 694 in the placebo group). Subjects randomized to COSENTYX received 300 mg or 150 mg doses subcutaneously at Weeks 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 followed by the same dose every 4 weeks [see Clinical Studies (14)] .
Table 2 summarizes the adverse reactions that occurred at a rate of at least 1% and at a higher rate in the COSENTYX groups than the placebo group during the 12-week placebo-controlled period of these trials.
Table 2: Adverse Reactions Reported by Greater Than 1% of Adult Subjects With PsO (and at a Higher Rate in Subjects Treated with COSENTYX) Through Week 12 in Trials PsO1, PsO2, PsO3, and PsO4
COSENTYX
Adverse reactions 300 mg (N = 691) n (%) 150 mg (N = 692) n (%) Placebo (N = 694) n (%)
Nasopharyngitis 79 (11.4) 85 (12.3) 60 (8.6)
Diarrhea 28 (4.1) 18 (2.6) 10 (1.4)
Upper respiratory tract infection 17 (2.5) 22 (3.2) 5 (0.7)
Rhinitis 10 (1.4) 10 (1.4) 5 (0.7)
Oral herpes 9 (1.3) 1 (0.1) 2 (0.3)
Pharyngitis 8 (1.2) 7 (1.0) 0 (0)
Urticaria 4 (0.6) 8 (1.2) 1 (0.1)
Rhinorrhea 8 (1.2) 2 (0.3) 1 (0.1)
Adverse reactions that occurred in subjects treated with COSENTYX at rates less than 1% in the placebo-controlled period of Trials PsO1, PsO2, PsO3, and PsO4 through Week 12 included: sinusitis, tinea pedis, conjunctivitis, tonsillitis, oral candidiasis, impetigo, otitis media, otitis externa, IBD, increased liver transaminases, and neutropenia.
Infections
In the placebo-controlled period of the clinical trials in PsO (a total of 1,382 subjects treated with COSENTYX and 694 subjects treated with placebo up to 12 weeks), infections were reported in 28.7% of subjects treated with COSENTYX compared with 18.9% of subjects treated with placebo.
Over the entire treatment period (a total of 3,430 PsO subjects treated with COSENTYX for up to 52 weeks for the majority of subjects), infections were reported in 47.5% of subjects treated with COSENTYX (0.9 per subject-year of follow-up) and serious infections were reported in 1.2% of subjects treated with COSENTYX (0.015 per subject-year of follow-up).
Phase 3 data showed an increasing trend for some types of infection with increasing serum secukinumab concentrations. Candida infections, herpes viral infections, staphylococcal skin infections, and infections requiring treatment increased as serum secukinumab concentration increased.
In the PsO open-label extension of Trials PsO1 and PsO2 (median follow-up of 3.9 years), representing 3,582 subject-years of exposure, 74% of COSENTYX treated subjects reported infections (55 per 100 subject-years) and serious infections were reported in 4.5% of COSENTYX treated subjects (1.4 per 100 subject-years). Sepsis was reported in 5 COSENTYX treated subjects (0.2 per 100 subject-years).
Neutropenia was observed in controlled portion of clinical trials. Most cases of COSENTYX associated neutropenia were transient and reversible. No serious infections were associated with cases of neutropenia.
In the open-label extension of Trials PsO1 and PsO2, neutropenia (ANC < 1 x 10 9 /L) was reported in 1% of COSENTYX treated subjects (0.3 per 100 subject-years). Some cases of serious infections were associated with neutropenia; however, the causal relationship was not established.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Cases of IBD, in some cases serious, were observed in subjects treated with COSENTYX in clinical trials. In the PsO program, with 3,430 subjects exposed to COSENTYX over the entire treatment period for up to 52 weeks (2,725 subject-years), there were 3 cases (0.11 per 100 subject-years) of exacerbation of CD, 2 cases (0.08 per 100 subject-years) of exacerbation of UC, and 2 cases (0.08 per 100 subject-years) of new onset UC. There were no IBD cases in placebo-treated subjects (N = 793; 176 subject-years) during the 12-week placebo-controlled period.
One case of exacerbation of Crohn’s disease in a subject treated with COSENTYX subject was reported in open-label portions of clinical trials in PsO.
Adverse Reactions from Clinical Trials in Pediatric Subjects with PsO
The safety of COSENTYX was assessed in two Phase 3 trials in pediatric subjects with PsO.
The first was a randomized, double-blind, placebo and active-controlled, 236-week trial (Trial PsO8) that enrolled 162 pediatric subjects 6 years of age and older, with severe PsO (defined by PASI score ≥ 20, an IGA modified 2011 score of 4, and involving ≥ 10% of the body surface area [BSA]) who were candidates for systemic therapy. The 162 subjects were randomized to receive placebo, a biologic active control, or COSENTYX. In the COSENTYX groups, subjects with body weight (BW) less than 25 kg received 75 mg, subjects with BW 25 to less than 50 kg received either 75 mg or 150 mg (2 times the recommended dose), and subjects with BW of at least 50 kg received either 150 mg or 300 mg (2 times the recommended dose). Subjects were dosed at Weeks 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 and every 4 weeks thereafter.
The second trial was a randomized, open-label, 208-week trial (Trial PsO9; NCT03668613) of 84 pediatric subjects 6 years of age and older with moderate to severe PsO (defined by a PASI score ≥ 12, IGA mod 2011 score of ≥ 3, and BSA involvement of ≥ 10% at randomization) who were randomized into two COSENTYX arms [Arm 1: 75 mg for BW < 50 kg or 150 mg for ≥ 50 kg; and Arm 2: 75 mg for BW < 25 kg, 150 mg for BW ≥ 25 kg and < 50 kg, or 300 mg for BW ≥ 50 kg]. Subjects were dosed at Weeks 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 and every 4 weeks thereafter.
The safety profile of COSENTYX reported in these trials was consistent with the safety profile reported in adult PsO trials.
Infections
One case of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) toxic shock syndrome (TSS) was reported in a COSENTYX treated pediatric subject during the placebo-controlled period.
In the pediatric safety pool, which includes all subjects who took at least one dose of COSENTYX during the treatment periods [198 subjects (287 subject-years)], 22 (11%) subjects reported ≥ Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (CTCAE) Grade 2 neutropenia (≥ 1,000 to < 1,500 cells/mm 3 ) with 57% of subjects followed for one year or more and 30% of subjects followed for two years or more. During the placebo-controlled period, which included a total of 80 pediatric subjects treated with COSENTYX and 41 subjects treated with placebo up to 12 weeks, ≥ CTCAE Grade 2 neutropenia was reported in 3 (4%) of the subjects treated with COSENTYX compared with no subjects treated with placebo. No serious infections were associated with cases of neutropenia.
Adverse Reactions from Clinical Trials in Adults with PsA
COSENTYX was studied in two placebo-controlled PsA trials with 1,003 adult patients (703 patients on COSENTYX and 300 patients on placebo). Of the 703 patients who received COSENTYX, 299 patients received a subcutaneous loading dose of COSENTYX (PsA1) and 404 patients received an intravenous loading dose of secukinumab (PsA2) followed by COSENTYX administered by subcutaneous injection every 4 weeks. During the 16-week placebo-controlled period of the trials in patients with PsA, the overall proportion of patients with adverse events was similar in the secukinumab and placebo-treatment groups (59% and 58%, respectively). The adverse events that occurred at a proportion of at least 2% and at a higher proportion in the COSENTYX groups than the placebo groups during the 16-week placebo-controlled period were nasopharyngitis, upper respiratory tract infection, headache, nausea, and hypercholesterolemia. The safety profile observed in adult patients with PsA treated with COSENTYX is consistent with the safety profile in the PsO trials in adults.
Similar to the clinical trials in patients with PsO, there was an increased proportion of patients with infections in the COSENTYX groups (29%) compared to placebo group (26%).
There were cases of CD and UC in the secukinumab group that included patients who experienced either exacerbations or the development of new disease. There were three cases of IBD, of which two patients received secukinumab and one received placebo.
Adverse Reactions from Clinical Trials in Adults with AS
COSENTYX was studied in two placebo-controlled AS trials with 590 adult patients (394 patients on COSENTYX and 196 patients on placebo). Of the 394 patients who received COSENTYX, 145 patients received a subcutaneous load of COSENTYX (study AS1), and 249 received an intravenous loading dose of secukinumab (study AS2) followed by COSENTYX administered by subcutaneous injection every 4 weeks. During the 16-week placebo-controlled period of the trials in patients with AS, the overall proportion of patients with adverse events was higher in the secukinumab groups than the placebo-treatment groups (66% and 59%, respectively). The adverse events that occurred at a proportion of at least 2% and at a higher proportion in the COSENTYX groups than the placebo groups during the 16-week placebo-controlled period were nasopharyngitis, nausea, and upper respiratory tract infection. The safety profile observed in patients with AS treated with COSENTYX is consistent with the safety profile in PsO clinical trials. In a third controlled trial of AS (study AS3), the safety profile of the 300 mg dose of COSENTYX was consistent with the safety profile of the 150 mg dose of COSENTYX.
Similar to clinical trials in patients with PsO, there was an increased proportion of patients with infections in the COSENTYX groups (31%) compared to the placebo group (18%).
In the original AS program, with 571 patients exposed to COSENTYX, there were 8 cases of IBD during the entire treatment period [5 cases of Crohn’s (0.7 per 100 patient-years) and 3 cases of UC (0.4 per 100 patient-years)]. During the placebo-controlled 16-week period, there were 2 Crohn’s disease exacerbations and 1 new onset UC case that was a serious adverse event in patients treated with COSENTYX compared to none of the patients treated with placebo. During the remainder of the trial when all patients received COSENTYX, 1 patient developed Crohn’s disease, 2 patients had Crohn’s exacerbations, 1 patient developed UC, and 1 patient had an UC exacerbation.
Adverse Reactions from Clinical Trials in Adults with nr-axSpA
COSENTYX was studied in one randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled nr-axSpA trial with 555 adult patients (185 patients received a loading COSENTYX dose, 184 patients did not receive a loading COSENTYX dose, and 186 patients received placebo). The safety profile for patients with nr-axSpA treated with COSENTYX was overall similar to the safety profile seen in patients with AS and other previous experience with COSENTYX. Patients in nr-axSpA1 trial who received the loading dosing regimen compared to those without the loading regimen, had higher incidence of infections and infestations (92 per 100 patient-years versus 72 per 100 patient-years), including nasopharyngitis, upper respiratory tract infection and urinary tract infection, and gastrointestinal disorders (27 per 100 patient-years versus 22 per 100 patient-years), including gastritis, lower abdominal pain, colitis, diarrhea, and hematochezia.
Adverse Reactions from Clinical Trials in Pediatric Patients with Juvenile Psoriatic Arthritis (JPsA) and ERA
COSENTYX was studied in one double-blind, placebo-controlled, event-driven, randomized trial in 86 pediatric patients aged 2 to less than 18 years old with JPsA and ERA. The safety profile reported in this trial was consistent with the safety profile of secukinumab.
Adverse Reactions from Clinical Trials in Adults with HS
COSENTYX was studied in two 52-week, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled HS trials with 1,084 adult subjects (361 subjects received COSENTYX 300 mg every 2 weeks, 360 subjects received COSENTYX 300 mg every 4 weeks, and 363 subjects received placebo) with a total of 901 subject-years of COSENTYX exposure (the median duration of exposure for subjects treated with COSENTYX was 360 days). The safety profile of COSENTYX observed in these HS trials was consistent with the known safety profile of COSENTYX observed in the PsO trials.
Infections
During the 16-week placebo-controlled period, subjects who received COSENTYX 300 mg every 2 weeks had the highest incidence of fungal infections (5.3%), compared to subjects who received COSENTYX 300 mg every 4 weeks (4.2%) and subjects who received placebo (2.8%). With longer exposure, the rate of fungal infections remained higher for subjects who received COSENTYX 300 mg every 2 weeks (14.7/100 subject-years) compared to subjects who received COSENTYX 300 mg every 4 weeks (10.1/100 subject-years). The majority of the cases were reported as non-serious, non-severe, and resolved with anti-fungal treatment.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
In the open-labeled portion of HS clinical trials, five (0.7%) IBD adverse reactions were reported, all of which were serious and led to withdrawal of trial drug, and occurred only in subjects treated with COSENTYX 300 mg every 2 weeks. There were no IBD cases in subjects treated with COSENTYX 300 mg every 4 weeks.
Adverse Reactions of Intravenous COSENTYX
The safety of intravenous COSENTYX is based on the pharmacokinetic exposure and extrapolation of the established safety of subcutaneous COSENTYX in PsA, AS and nr-axSpA patients [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)] .
The following adverse reactions have been reported during post-approval use of COSENTYX. Because they are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure.
Immune system disorders : anaphylaxis, angioedema, systemic vasculitis
Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders : eczematous eruptions (atopic dermatitis-like eruptions, dyshidrotic eczema, and erythroderma), cutaneous vasculitis, pyoderma gangrenosum
Infections : bacterial, viral, and fungal opportunistic infections, including esophageal candidiasis, tracheobronchial candidiasis, cutaneous aspergillosis, cytomegalovirus gastroenteritis/colitis, herpes simplex encephalitis, herpes simplex keratitis, Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia, Hepatitis B virus reactivation, histoplasmosis, toxoplasmosis
Drug interactions
Certain CYP450 Substrates
Increased concentrations of cytokines (e.g., IL-17) during chronic inflammation associated with certain diseases including PsO, PsA, AS, nr-axSpA, ERA, and HS may suppress the formation of CYP enzymes.
Upon initiation or discontinuation of COSENTYX in patients who are receiving concomitant CYP450 substrates, particularly those where minimal decreases in the concentration may reduce CYP substrate effectiveness or minimal increases in the concentration may increase CYP substrate adverse reactions, consider monitoring for therapeutic effect or concentration of the CYP substrate and consider dosage adjustment of the CYP substrate as needed [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)] .
Special populations
Risk Summary
Limited available human data with COSENTYX use in pregnant women are insufficient to inform a drug-associated risk of adverse developmental outcomes. In an embryo-fetal development study, no adverse developmental effects were observed in infants born to pregnant monkeys after subcutaneous administration of secukinumab during organogenesis at doses up to 30 times the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) (see Data) .
The background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown; however, the background risk in the U.S. general population of major birth defects is 2% to 4% and of miscarriage is 15% to 20% of clinically recognized pregnancies.
Data
Animal Data
An embryo-fetal development study was performed in cynomolgus monkeys with secukinumab. No malformations or embryo-fetal toxicity were observed in fetuses from pregnant monkeys that were administered secukinumab weekly by the subcutaneous route during the period of organogenesis at doses up to 30 times the MRHD (on a mg/kg basis at a maternal dose of 150 mg/kg).
A pre- and post-natal development toxicity study was performed in mice with a murine analog of secukinumab. No treatment-related effects on functional, morphological, or immunological development were observed in fetuses from pregnant mice that were administered the murine analog of secukinumab on gestation days 6, 11, and 17 and on postpartum days 4, 10, and 16 at doses up to 150 mg/kg/dose.
Risk Summary
It is not known whether secukinumab is excreted in human milk or absorbed systemically after ingestion. There are no data on the effects of COSENTYX on the breastfed child or the effects on milk production. The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother’s clinical need for COSENTYX and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed child from COSENTYX or from the underlying maternal condition.
Subcutaneous Administration
Pediatric Plaque Psoriasis
The safety and effectiveness of COSENTYX have been established for the treatment of moderate to severe PsO in pediatric patients aged 6 years and older who are candidates for systemic therapy or phototherapy [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) and Clinical Studies (14.2)] .
The safety and effectiveness of COSENTYX in pediatric patients with PsO below the age of 6 years old have not been established.
Juvenile Psoriatic Arthritis
The safety and effectiveness of COSENTYX have been established for the treatment of active JPsA in pediatric patients aged 2 years and older who weigh 15 kg or more [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) and Clinical Studies (14.6)] .
The safety and effectiveness of COSENTYX in pediatric patients with JPsA below the age of 2 years old or with a body weight less than 15 kg have not been established.
Juvenile Ankylosing Spondylitis
The safety and effectiveness of COSENTYX have been established for treatment of JAS in pediatric patients 12 years of age and older. Use of COSENTYX for this indication is supported by safety and efficacy data from adequate and well-controlled trials in adult subjects with AS. Additional evidence includes pharmacokinetic data from adult subjects with PsO, PsA, and AS and pediatric subjects with PsO, JPsA, and ERA, as well as safety data from clinical trials in pediatric subjects with PsO, JPsA, and ERA. The pharmacokinetics are predicted to be comparable between adult AS and pediatric subjects with JAS [see Adverse Reactions (6.1), Clinical Pharmacology (12.3), and Clinical Studies (14.4)] .
The safety and effectiveness of COSENTYX in pediatric patients with JAS below the age of 12 years old have not been established.
Axial Juvenile Spondyloarthritis
Six pediatric patients with axial symptoms were participants in a study for JPsA and ERA (NCT03031782). Due to the limited number of patients and uncertainty fulfilling Axial Juvenile Spondyloarthritis (AxJSpA) classification criteria, the effectiveness and safety of COSENTYX in AxJSpA has not been established. Safety was comparable to pediatric patients treated with COSENTYX for JPsA and ERA [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)] .
Enthesitis-Related Arthritis
The safety and effectiveness of COSENTYX have been established for the treatment of active ERA in pediatric patients aged 4 years and older who weigh 15 kg or more [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) and Clinical Studies (14.6)] .
The safety and effectiveness of COSENTYX in pediatric patients with ERA below the age of 4 years old or with body weight less than 15 kg have not been established.
Hidradenitis Suppurativa
The safety and effectiveness of COSENTYX have been established for the treatment of moderate to severe HS in pediatric patients 12 years of age and older who weigh 30 kg or more. Use of COSENTYX for this indication is supported by safety and efficacy data from adequate and well-controlled trials in adult subjects with moderate to severe HS. Additional evidence includes population pharmacokinetic modeling and simulation based on data from adult subjects with PsO and HS and pediatric subjects with PsO, as well as safety data from clinical trials in pediatric subjects with PsO and JIA (JPsA and ERA) [see Adverse Reactions (6.1), Clinical Pharmacology (12.3), and Clinical Studies (14.7)] .
The safety and effectiveness of COSENTYX in pediatric patients with HS below the age of 12 years old or with a body weight less than 30 kg have not been established.
Intravenous Administration
The safety and effectiveness of intravenous COSENTYX in pediatric patients have not been established.
Of the 3,430 PsO subjects exposed to subcutaneous COSENTYX in clinical trials, a total of 230 (7%) were 65 years of age and older, and 32 (1%) subjects were 75 years of age and older. Although no differences in safety or efficacy were observed between subjects 65 years of age and older and younger adult subjects, the number of subjects 65 years of age and older was not sufficient to determine whether they respond differently from younger adult subjects.
Of the 1,060 subjects with HS exposed to COSENTYX in clinical trials, a total of 14 (1.3%) were 65 years of age and older. Clinical trials in HS did not include sufficient numbers of subjects 65 years of age and older to determine whether they respond differently from younger adult subjects.
Pregnancy
Risk Summary
Limited available human data with COSENTYX use in pregnant women are insufficient to inform a drug-associated risk of adverse developmental outcomes. In an embryo-fetal development study, no adverse developmental effects were observed in infants born to pregnant monkeys after subcutaneous administration of secukinumab during organogenesis at doses up to 30 times the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) (see Data) .
The background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown; however, the background risk in the U.S. general population of major birth defects is 2% to 4% and of miscarriage is 15% to 20% of clinically recognized pregnancies.
Data
Animal Data
An embryo-fetal development study was performed in cynomolgus monkeys with secukinumab. No malformations or embryo-fetal toxicity were observed in fetuses from pregnant monkeys that were administered secukinumab weekly by the subcutaneous route during the period of organogenesis at doses up to 30 times the MRHD (on a mg/kg basis at a maternal dose of 150 mg/kg).
A pre- and post-natal development toxicity study was performed in mice with a murine analog of secukinumab. No treatment-related effects on functional, morphological, or immunological development were observed in fetuses from pregnant mice that were administered the murine analog of secukinumab on gestation days 6, 11, and 17 and on postpartum days 4, 10, and 16 at doses up to 150 mg/kg/dose.
Breastfeeding
Risk Summary
It is not known whether secukinumab is excreted in human milk or absorbed systemically after ingestion. There are no data on the effects of COSENTYX on the breastfed child or the effects on milk production. The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother’s clinical need for COSENTYX and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed child from COSENTYX or from the underlying maternal condition.
Children and adolescents
Subcutaneous Administration
Pediatric Plaque Psoriasis
The safety and effectiveness of COSENTYX have been established for the treatment of moderate to severe PsO in pediatric patients aged 6 years and older who are candidates for systemic therapy or phototherapy [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) and Clinical Studies (14.2)] .
The safety and effectiveness of COSENTYX in pediatric patients with PsO below the age of 6 years old have not been established.
Juvenile Psoriatic Arthritis
The safety and effectiveness of COSENTYX have been established for the treatment of active JPsA in pediatric patients aged 2 years and older who weigh 15 kg or more [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) and Clinical Studies (14.6)] .
The safety and effectiveness of COSENTYX in pediatric patients with JPsA below the age of 2 years old or with a body weight less than 15 kg have not been established.
Juvenile Ankylosing Spondylitis
The safety and effectiveness of COSENTYX have been established for treatment of JAS in pediatric patients 12 years of age and older. Use of COSENTYX for this indication is supported by safety and efficacy data from adequate and well-controlled trials in adult subjects with AS. Additional evidence includes pharmacokinetic data from adult subjects with PsO, PsA, and AS and pediatric subjects with PsO, JPsA, and ERA, as well as safety data from clinical trials in pediatric subjects with PsO, JPsA, and ERA. The pharmacokinetics are predicted to be comparable between adult AS and pediatric subjects with JAS [see Adverse Reactions (6.1), Clinical Pharmacology (12.3), and Clinical Studies (14.4)] .
The safety and effectiveness of COSENTYX in pediatric patients with JAS below the age of 12 years old have not been established.
Axial Juvenile Spondyloarthritis
Six pediatric patients with axial symptoms were participants in a study for JPsA and ERA (NCT03031782). Due to the limited number of patients and uncertainty fulfilling Axial Juvenile Spondyloarthritis (AxJSpA) classification criteria, the effectiveness and safety of COSENTYX in AxJSpA has not been established. Safety was comparable to pediatric patients treated with COSENTYX for JPsA and ERA [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)] .
Enthesitis-Related Arthritis
The safety and effectiveness of COSENTYX have been established for the treatment of active ERA in pediatric patients aged 4 years and older who weigh 15 kg or more [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) and Clinical Studies (14.6)] .
The safety and effectiveness of COSENTYX in pediatric patients with ERA below the age of 4 years old or with body weight less than 15 kg have not been established.
Hidradenitis Suppurativa
The safety and effectiveness of COSENTYX have been established for the treatment of moderate to severe HS in pediatric patients 12 years of age and older who weigh 30 kg or more. Use of COSENTYX for this indication is supported by safety and efficacy data from adequate and well-controlled trials in adult subjects with moderate to severe HS. Additional evidence includes population pharmacokinetic modeling and simulation based on data from adult subjects with PsO and HS and pediatric subjects with PsO, as well as safety data from clinical trials in pediatric subjects with PsO and JIA (JPsA and ERA) [see Adverse Reactions (6.1), Clinical Pharmacology (12.3), and Clinical Studies (14.7)] .
The safety and effectiveness of COSENTYX in pediatric patients with HS below the age of 12 years old or with a body weight less than 30 kg have not been established.
Intravenous Administration
The safety and effectiveness of intravenous COSENTYX in pediatric patients have not been established.
Older adults
Of the 3,430 PsO subjects exposed to subcutaneous COSENTYX in clinical trials, a total of 230 (7%) were 65 years of age and older, and 32 (1%) subjects were 75 years of age and older. Although no differences in safety or efficacy were observed between subjects 65 years of age and older and younger adult subjects, the number of subjects 65 years of age and older was not sufficient to determine whether they respond differently from younger adult subjects.
Of the 1,060 subjects with HS exposed to COSENTYX in clinical trials, a total of 14 (1.3%) were 65 years of age and older. Clinical trials in HS did not include sufficient numbers of subjects 65 years of age and older to determine whether they respond differently from younger adult subjects.
Overdose information
In the event of overdosage, it is recommended that the patient be monitored for any signs or symptoms of adverse reactions and appropriate symptomatic treatment be instituted. Consider contacting the Poison Help line (1-800-222-1222) or a medical toxicologist for additional overdose management recommendations.
Product description
Secukinumab, a recombinant human monoclonal IgG1/κ antibody, is an interleukin-17A antagonist. It is expressed in a recombinant Chinese Hamster Ovary (CHO) cell line. Secukinumab has a molecular mass of approximately 151 kDa; both heavy chains of secukinumab contain oligosaccharide chains.
COSENTYX Injection for Subcutaneous Use
COSENTYX injection is a sterile, preservative-free, clear to slightly opalescent, colorless to slightly yellow solution for subcutaneous use. COSENTYX injection is supplied in a single-dose UnoReady pen (300 mg/2 mL) with a 27-gauge fixed ½-inch needle, a single-dose Sensoready pen (150 mg/mL) with a 27-gauge fixed ½-inch needle, or a single-dose prefilled syringe (150 mg/mL, 75 mg/0.5 mL) with a 27-gauge fixed ½-inch needle. The removable cap of the COSENTYX Sensoready pen and prefilled syringes (150 mg/mL, 75 mg/0.5 mL) contains natural rubber latex.
Each COSENTYX UnoReady pen (300 mg/2 mL) contains 300 mg of secukinumab formulated in: L-histidine/histidine hydrochloride monohydrate (6.206 mg), L-methionine (1.492 mg), polysorbate 80 (0.4 mg), trehalose dihydrate (151.34 mg), and Sterile Water for Injection, USP, at pH of 5.8.
Each COSENTYX Sensoready pen or prefilled syringe (150 mg/mL) contains 150 mg of secukinumab formulated in: L-histidine/histidine hydrochloride monohydrate (3.103 mg), L-methionine (0.746 mg), polysorbate 80 (0.2 mg), trehalose dihydrate (75.67 mg), and Sterile Water for Injection, USP, at pH of 5.8.
Each COSENTYX prefilled syringe (75 mg/0.5 mL) contains 75 mg of secukinumab formulated in: L-histidine/histidine hydrochloride monohydrate (1.552 mg), L-methionine (0.373 mg), polysorbate 80 (0.1 mg), trehalose dihydrate (37.83 mg), and Sterile Water for Injection, USP, at pH of 5.8.
COSENTYX Injection for Intravenous Use
COSENTYX solution is supplied as a sterile, preservative free, clear to opalescent, colorless to slightly yellowish solution in single-dose vials for intravenous infusion after dilution.
Each COSENTYX vial (125 mg/5 mL) contains 125 mg of secukinumab formulated in: L-histidine (5.67 mg), L-histidine hydrochloride monohydrate (13.3 mg), L-methionine (3.73 mg), polysorbate 80 (1 mg), trehalose dihydrate (426 mg), and Sterile Water for Injection, USP, at pH of 5.8.
Clinical pharmacology
Serious hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis, angioedema, and urticaria have been reported in COSENTYX treated subjects in clinical trials and in the post-marketing setting [see Adverse Reactions (6.1, 6.2)] . If an anaphylactic or other serious allergic reaction occurs, immediately discontinue administration of COSENTYX and initiate appropriate therapy [see Contraindications (4)] .
How it works
Secukinumab is a human IgG1 monoclonal antibody that selectively binds to the interleukin-17A (IL-17A) cytokine and inhibits its interaction with the IL-17 receptor. IL-17A is a naturally occurring cytokine that is involved in normal inflammatory and immune responses. Secukinumab inhibits the release of proinflammatory cytokines and chemokines.
Pharmacodynamics
Elevated levels of IL-17A are found in psoriatic plaques and in HS lesions. Treatment with COSENTYX may reduce epidermal neutrophils and IL-17A levels in psoriatic plaques. Serum levels of total IL-17A (free and secukinumab-bound IL-17A) measured at Week 4 and Week 12 were increased following secukinumab treatment. These pharmacodynamic activities are based on small exploratory trials. The relationship between these pharmacodynamic activities and the mechanism(s) by which secukinumab exerts its clinical effects is unknown.
Increased numbers of IL-17A producing lymphocytes and innate immune cells and increased levels of IL-17A have been found in the blood of patients with PsA and AS. Increased numbers of IL-17A producing lymphocytes have also been found in patients with nr-axSpA.
Immune Response to Non-Live Vaccines During Treatment
Healthy individuals who received a single 150 mg dose of COSENTYX 2 weeks prior to vaccination with a non-U.S.-approved group C meningococcal polysaccharide conjugate vaccine and a non-U.S.-approved inactivated seasonal influenza vaccine had similar antibody responses compared to individuals who did not receive COSENTYX prior to vaccination. The clinical effectiveness of meningococcal and influenza vaccines has not been assessed in patients undergoing treatment with COSENTYX [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7)] .
Pharmacokinetics
Pharmacokinetics Following Subcutaneous Administration
The observed pharmacokinetics (PK) of secukinumab administered subcutaneously in patients with PsO, PsA, AS and nr-axSpA were similar. The secukinumab PK is also similar in pediatric patients with ERA and PsO for the same weight tiered dosing regimen.
The mean steady-state trough concentration of secukinumab was approximately 26% lower in HS subjects than that of PsO subjects.
Absorption
Following a single subcutaneous dose of either 150 mg or 300 mg (administered as two injections of 150 mg) of COSENTYX in PsO subjects, secukinumab reached peak mean (± SD) serum concentrations (C max ) of 13.7 ± 4.8 mcg/mL and 27.3 ± 9.5 mcg/mL, respectively, by approximately 6 days post dose.
Following multiple subcutaneous doses of COSENTYX (administered as one or two injections of 150 mg), the mean (± SD) serum trough concentrations of secukinumab ranged from 22.8 ± 10.2 mcg/mL (150 mg) to 45.4 ± 21.2 mcg/mL (300 mg) at Week 12. At the 300 mg dose at Week 4 and Week 12, the mean trough concentrations resulted from the Sensoready pen were approximately 30% higher than those from the prefilled syringe. Following multiple subcutaneous doses of 300 mg administered via the UnoReady pen, the mean serum trough concentrations of secukinumab were generally consistent with those in the previous Sensoready pen study used to deliver 300 mg.
Steady-state concentrations of secukinumab were achieved by Week 24 following the every 4-week dosing regimen. The mean (± SD) steady-state trough concentrations ranged from 16.7 ± 8.2 mcg/mL (150 mg) to 34.4 ± 16.6 mcg/mL (300 mg administered as two injections of 150 mg).
In healthy subjects and subjects with PsO, secukinumab bioavailability ranged from 55% to 77% following subcutaneous COSENTYX dose of 150 mg or 300 mg (administered as two injections of 150 mg).
Following subcutaneous administrations of 300 mg of COSENTYX at Weeks 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 and then every 4 weeks thereafter, steady-state concentrations of secukinumab were achieved by Week 24 in both HS trials. The mean (± SD) steady-state trough concentrations were 25.7 ± 15.7 mcg/mL and 26.0 ± 13.9 mcg/mL in HS Trial 1 and HS Trial 2, respectively.
Following subcutaneous administrations of 300 mg of COSENTYX at Weeks 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 and then every 2 weeks thereafter, steady-state concentrations of secukinumab were achieved by Week 16 in both HS trials. The mean (± SD) steady-state trough concentrations were 55.0 ± 26.1 mcg/mL and 58.1 ± 30.1 mcg/mL in HS Trial 1 and HS Trial 2, respectively.
Distribution
The mean volume of distribution during the terminal phase (Vz) following a single intravenous administration ranged from 7.10 to 8.60 L in PsO subjects.
Secukinumab concentrations in interstitial fluid in lesional and non-lesional skin of PsO subjects ranged from 27% to 40% of those in serum at 1 and 2 weeks after a single subcutaneous dose of COSENTYX 300 mg (administered as two injections of 150 mg).
Elimination
Metabolism
The metabolic pathway of secukinumab has not been characterized. As a human IgG1κ monoclonal antibody secukinumab is expected to be degraded into small peptides and amino acids via catabolic pathways in the same manner as endogenous IgG.
Excretion
The mean systemic clearance (CL) ranged from 0.14 L/day to 0.22 L/day and the mean half-life ranged from 22 to 31 days in PsO subjects following intravenous and subcutaneous administration across all PsO trials.
In a population PK analysis, the mean systemic CL in subjects with HS was 0.26 L/day. The mean elimination half-life, as estimated from population PK analysis, was 23 days in HS subjects.
Dose Linearity
Secukinumab exhibited dose-proportional PK in subjects with PsO over a dose range from 25 mg (approximately 0.083 times the recommended dose) to 300 mg following subcutaneous administrations.
Weight
Secukinumab clearance and volume of distribution increase as body weight increases.
Specific Populations
Patients with Hepatic or Renal Impairment
No formal trial of the effect of hepatic or renal impairment on the PK of secukinumab was conducted.
Geriatric Patients
Population PK analysis indicated that the clearance of secukinumab was not significantly influenced by age in adult subjects with PsO, PsA and AS. Subjects who are 65 years and older had apparent clearance of secukinumab similar to subjects less than 65 years old.
Pediatric Patients
In a pool of the two pediatric trials, subjects with moderate to severe PsO (6 years of age and older) were administered subcutaneous COSENTYX at the recommended pediatric dosing regimen. At Week 24, secukinumab steady state mean ± SD serum trough concentrations were 32.6 ± 10.8 mcg/mL (n = 8), 19.8 ± 6.96 mcg/mL (n = 24), and 27.3 ± 10.1 mcg/mL (n = 36), in subjects who weighed less than 25 kg and received 75 mg of subcutaneous COSENTYX, subjects who weighed at least 25 kg and less than 50 kg and received 75 mg of subcutaneous COSENTYX, and subjects who weighed at least 50 kg and received 150 mg of subcutaneous COSENTYX, respectively.
In a pediatric trial, JPsA and ERA patients (2 to less than 18 years of age) were administered subcutaneous COSENTYX at the recommended pediatric dosing regimen. At Week 24, patients who weighed at least 15 kg and less than 50 kg, and patients who weighed at least 50 kg had a mean ± SD steady-state trough concentration of 25.2 ± 5.45 mcg/mL (n = 10) and 27.9 ± 9.57 mcg/mL (n = 19), respectively.
Based on population pharmacokinetic modeling and simulation, secukinumab concentrations for the every 4-week dosing regimen in pediatric patients 12 years of age and older who weigh at least 30 kg with moderate to severe HS are predicted to be similar to exposures observed in adults with moderate to severe HS who received 300 mg of subcutaneous COSENTYX administered every 4 weeks.
The observed pre-dose (trough) concentrations are generally comparable between adults with AS, PsO, and PsA and pediatric patients with PsO, JPsA, and ERA. Based on PK comparison, secukinumab concentrations in pediatric patients (12 years of age and older) with JAS who received the recommended pediatric dosing regimen were predicted to be comparable to exposures observed in adults with AS.
Drug Interactions
Cytochrome P450 Substrates
In adult subjects with PsO, midazolam (CYP3A4 substrate) PK was similar when administered alone, or when administered following either a single or five weekly subcutaneous administrations of 300 mg of COSENTYX [see Drug Interactions (7)] .
Pharmacokinetics Following Intravenous Administration
Following an intravenous administration of 1.75 mg/kg maintenance dose every 4 weeks, with or without a loading dose of 6 mg/kg at Day 0, the secukinumab concentrations [steady state trough secukinumab concentrations (C min,ss ), mean secukinumab concentrations (C avg,ss ), and maximum secukinumab concentrations (C max,ss )] are estimated to be within the range of the steady state concentrations following subcutaneous administration of 150 mg and 300 mg doses of COSENTYX administered every 4 weeks.
Nonclinical toxicology
Animal studies have not been conducted to evaluate the carcinogenic or mutagenic potential of COSENTYX. Some published literature suggests that IL-17A directly promotes cancer cell invasion in vitro, whereas other reports indicate IL-17A promotes T-cell mediated tumor rejection. Depletion of IL-17A with a neutralizing antibody inhibited tumor development in mice. The relevance of experimental findings in mouse models for malignancy risk in humans is unknown.
No effects on fertility were observed in male and female mice that were administered a murine analog of secukinumab at subcutaneous doses up to 150 mg/kg once weekly prior to and during the mating period.
How Supplied
COSENTYX (secukinumab) injection is a clear to opalescent, colorless to slightly yellowish solution available as follows:
COSENTYX injection for subcutaneous use
Strength Dosage Form Carton Contents NDC
75 mg/0.5 mL COSENTYX prefilled syringe 1 prefilled syringe 0078-1056-97
150 mg/mL COSENTYX prefilled syringe 1 prefilled syringe 0078-0639-97
2 prefilled syringes 0078-0639-98
COSENTYX Sensoready pen 1 Sensoready pen 0078-0639-68
2 Sensoready pens 0078-0639-41
300 mg/2 mL COSENTYX UnoReady pen 1 UnoReady pen 0078-1070-68
The removable cap of the COSENTYX Sensoready pen and prefilled syringes (150 mg/mL, 75 mg/0.5 mL) contains natural rubber latex.
All COSENTYX pens and prefilled syringes are equipped with a needle safety guard.
COSENTYX injection for intravenous use
Strength Dosage Form Carton Contents NDC
125 mg/5 mL COSENTYX vial 1 vial of solution for dilution prior to intravenous infusion 0078-1168-61
Storage and Handling
Refrigerate COSENTYX at 2ºC to 8ºC (36ºF to 46ºF).
Keep COSENTYX in the original carton to protect from light until the time of use.
Do not freeze.
To avoid foaming, do not shake.
COSENTYX does not contain a preservative; discard any unused portion.
If removed from refrigeration, COSENTYX Sensoready pen and prefilled syringes (150 mg/mL, 75 mg/0.5 mL):
May be stored for up to 4 days at room temperature not to exceed 30°C (86°F).
Write the date COSENTYX is removed from and returned to the refrigerator in the space provided on the carton.
Discard if stored outside of the refrigerator over 4 days.
May be returned to the refrigerator only one time and must be stored at 2ºC to 8ºC (36ºF to 46ºF) until used or expired.
This Medication Guide has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Revised: August 2026
T2026-33
MEDICATION GUIDE COSENTYX ® (koe-sen-tix) (secukinumab) injection, for subcutaneous or intravenous use
What is the most important information I should know about COSENTYX? 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. Some people have had serious infections during treatment with COSENTYX, including tuberculosis (TB), and infections caused by bacteria, fungi, or viruses. Some people have died from these infections. Your healthcare provider should check you for TB before starting treatment with COSENTYX. If your healthcare provider 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 healthcare provider should watch you closely for signs and symptoms of TB during treatment with COSENTYX. Do not use COSENTYX if you have an active TB infection.
Before starting COSENTYX, tell your healthcare provider 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 have or have had Hepatitis B think you have an infection or have symptoms of an infection such as:
◦ fever, 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 healthcare provider right away if you have any of the signs of infection listed above. Do not use COSENTYX if you have any signs of infection unless you are instructed to by your healthcare provider. See “What are the possible side effects of COSENTYX?” for more information about side effects.
What is COSENTYX? COSENTYX is a prescription medicine used to treat: adults and children 6 years of age and older with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis (PsO) who may benefit from taking injections or medicines by mouth (systemic therapy) or phototherapy (treatment using ultraviolet or UV light) adults and children 2 years of age and older with active psoriatic arthritis (PsA) adults and children 12 years of age and older with active ankylosing spondylitis (AS) adults with active non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis (nr-axSpA) and objective signs of inflammation children 4 years of age and older with active enthesitis-related arthritis (ERA) adults and children 12 years of age and older with moderate to severe hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) It is not known if COSENTYX is safe and effective in children: under 6 years of age with PsO under 2 years of age or weighing less than 33 pounds (15 kg) with active PsA under 12 years of age with AS under 4 years of age or weighing less than 33 pounds (15 kg) with active ERA under 12 years of age or weighing less than 66 pounds (30 kg) with HS
Who should not use COSENTYX? Do not use COSENTYX if you have had a serious allergic reaction to secukinumab or any of the other ingredients in COSENTYX. See the end of this Medication Guide for a complete list of ingredients in COSENTYX.
Before using COSENTYX, tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions, including if you: have any of the conditions or symptoms listed in the section “What is the most important information I should know about COSENTYX?” have inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis). are allergic to latex. The removable needle cap on the COSENTYX Sensoready pen and prefilled syringes (150 mg/mL, 75 mg/0.5 mL) contains latex. have recently received or are scheduled to receive an immunization (vaccine). People who take COSENTYX should not receive live vaccines. Children should be brought up to date with all vaccines before starting COSENTYX. are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if COSENTYX can harm your unborn baby. You and your healthcare provider 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 healthcare provider 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 healthcare provider and pharmacist when you get a new medicine.
How will I receive COSENTYX? When administered subcutaneously (under your skin) Read 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. Use COSENTYX exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider. COSENTYX comes in a single-dose UnoReady pen, single-dose Sensoready pen, or single-dose prefilled syringes (150 mg/mL, 75 mg/0.5 mL) that you or your caregiver may use at home to give injections. Your healthcare provider will decide which type of COSENTYX and which dose is right for you. If your healthcare provider 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 healthcare provider. Children should not inject themselves with COSENTYX. An adult caregiver should prepare and inject COSENTYX after receiving training on the right way to prepare and inject COSENTYX. Do not handle the removable needle cap of the COSENTYX Sensoready pen or prefilled syringes (150 mg/mL, 75 mg/0.5 mL) if you are sensitive to latex. COSENTYX is given as an injection under your skin (subcutaneous injection) in your upper legs (thighs) or stomach-area (abdomen) by you or a caregiver. A caregiver or healthcare provider may also give you an injection of COSENTYX in your upper outer arm. Do not give an injection in an area of the skin that is tender, bruised, red or hard, or in an area of skin that is affected by psoriasis. Each injection should be given at a different site. Do not use the 2-inch area around your navel (belly button). If you inject more COSENTYX than prescribed, call your healthcare provider or Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222, or go to the nearest emergency room right away. When administered intravenously (by vein) You will be given COSENTYX by a healthcare provider through a needle placed in a vein (infusion). It takes about 30 minutes to give you the full dose of COSENTYX. Your healthcare provider will tell you how often you should receive COSENTYX. If you miss an appointment to receive COSENTYX, make another appointment as soon as possible.
What are the possible side effects of COSENTYX? COSENTYX may cause serious side effects, including: See “What is the most important information I should know about COSENTYX?” Serious allergic reactions. Get emergency medical help right away if you get any of the following symptoms of a serious allergic reaction:
◦ feel faint ◦ swelling of your face, eyelids, lips, mouth, tongue, or throat ◦ trouble breathing or throat tightness ◦ chest tightness ◦ skin rash ◦ hives (red, itchy bumps)
If you have a serious allergic reaction, do not give another injection of COSENTYX.
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 healthcare provider if you have worsening disease symptoms during treatment with COSENTYX or develop new symptoms of stomach pain or diarrhea. Severe skin reactions that look like eczema can happen during treatment with COSENTYX from days to months after your first dose and can sometimes lead to hospitalization. Your healthcare provider may temporarily stop treatment with COSENTYX if you develop severe skin reactions. Tell your healthcare provider if you get any of the following signs or symptoms:
◦ redness or rash ◦ itching ◦ small bumps or patches ◦ your skin is dry or feels like leather ◦ blisters on the hands or feet that ooze or become crusty ◦ skin peeling
The most common side effects of COSENTYX include:
• cold symptoms • diarrhea • upper respiratory tract infections
These are not all of the possible side effects of COSENTYX. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
How should I store COSENTYX? Store COSENTYX in a refrigerator between 36°F to 46°F (2°C to 8°C). Keep COSENTYX in the original carton until ready for use to protect from light. If you use COSENTYX Sensoready pen or prefilled syringes (150 mg/mL, 75 mg/0.5 mL): It may be stored at room temperature, up to 86°F (30°C), for up to 4 days. Write the date it was removed from and returned to the refrigerator in the space provided on the carton. Throw it away if it has been stored outside of the refrigerator over 4 days. It may be returned to the refrigerator only 1 time and must be stored between 36°F to 46°F (2°C to 8°C) until you use it or until it expires. Do not freeze COSENTYX. Do not shake COSENTYX. Throw away any expired or unused COSENTYX. Keep COSENTYX and all medicines out of the reach of children.
General information about the safe and effective use of COSENTYX. Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a Medication Guide. Do not use COSENTYX for a condition for which it was not prescribed. Do not give COSENTYX to other people, even if they have the same symptoms that you have. It may harm them. You can ask your pharmacist or healthcare provider for information about COSENTYX that is written for health professionals.
What are the ingredients in COSENTYX? Active ingredient: secukinumab. Inactive ingredients: L-histidine/histidine hydrochloride monohydrate, L-methionine, polysorbate 80, trehalose dihydrate, and sterile water for injection. Manufactured by: Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation, East Hanover, New Jersey 07936, U.S. License Number 1244 For more information, call 1-888-669-6682 or go to www.COSENTYX.com
Secukinumab, sold under the brand name Cosentyx among others, is a human IgG1κ monoclonal antibody used for the treatment of psoriasis, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis, and hidradenitis suppurativa. It binds to the protein interleukin (IL)-17A and is marketed by Novartis.
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