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Interleukin Antagonists

Interleukin antagonists are used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ulcerative colitis, crohn's disease, psoriasis and other autoinflammatory syndromes. They work to reduce swelling and to suppress the immune system.

Why are interleukin antagonists prescribed?

  1. Plaque Psoriasis (21%)
  2. Psoriatic Arthritis (14%)
  3. Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (7%)
  4. Eczema (7%)
  5. COVID-19 (7%)
  6. Non-radiographic Axial Spondyloarthritis (7%)
  7. Ankylosing Spondylitis (7%)
  8. Hidradenitis Suppurativa (7%)
  9. Ulcerative Colitis (7%)
  10. Crohn's Disease (7%)

Key takeaways

Interleukin antagonists are used to treat conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, and asthma. They also have other uses, such as managing inflammatory bowel disease and COVID-19. These medications work by blocking the action of specific interleukins, which are proteins that can cause inflammation and other immune responses in your body. Interleukin antagonists typically come as injections and infusions. There are many examples available, including Stelara (ustekinumab), Bimzelx (bimekizumab), Nucala (mepolizumab), and more.

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Bimzelx

as low as$5
BIMEKIZUMAB treats psoriasis. It works by slowing down an overactive immune system.  It is a monoclonal antibody.
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Adbry

as low as$4,296
TRALOKINUMAB reduces swelling, redness, itching, or rashes caused by skin conditions, such as eczema. It works by decreasing inflammation of the skin. It is a monoclonal antibody.
SECUKINUMAB treats autoimmune conditions, such as psoriasis and arthritis. It works by slowing down an overactive immune system. It is a monoclonal antibody.
TOCILIZUMAB treats autoimmune conditions, such as arthritis. It works by slowing down an overactive immune system. It may also be used to treat severe COVID-19 in people who are hospitalized. It is a monoclonal antibody.
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Icotyde

as low as$8,177
Icotyde is part of the Interleukin Antagonists class and treats Plaque Psoriasis. Interleukin antagonists are used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ulcerative colitis, crohn's disease, psoriasis and other autoinflammatory syndromes. They work to reduce swelling and to suppress the immune system. Icotyde is only available as a brand name drug.
Tremfya (guselkumab) is indicated for the treatment of adults with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis who are candidates for systemic therapy or phototherapy. It is also used for the treatment of adults with active psoriatic arthritis. There are currently no generic alternatives for Tremfya. It may be covered by your Medicare or insurance plan, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices could help offset the cost.
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Ebglyss

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Ebglyss is part of the Interleukin Antagonists class and treats Eczema. Interleukin antagonists are used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ulcerative colitis, crohn's disease, psoriasis and other autoinflammatory syndromes. They work to reduce swelling and to suppress the immune system. Ebglyss is only available as a brand name drug.
Yesintek is part of the Interleukin Antagonists class and treats Plaque Psoriasis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Ulcerative Colitis and other conditions. Interleukin antagonists are used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ulcerative colitis, crohn's disease, psoriasis and other autoinflammatory syndromes. They work to reduce swelling and to suppress the immune system. Yesintek is only available as a brand name drug.
Pyzchiva is part of the Interleukin Antagonists class and treats Plaque Psoriasis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Ulcerative Colitis and other conditions. Interleukin antagonists are used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ulcerative colitis, crohn's disease, psoriasis and other autoinflammatory syndromes. They work to reduce swelling and to suppress the immune system. Pyzchiva is only available as a brand name drug.
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Wezlana

as low as$2,816
Wezlana is part of the Interleukin Antagonists class and treats Psoriasis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Ulcerative Colitis and other conditions. Interleukin antagonists are used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ulcerative colitis, crohn's disease, psoriasis and other autoinflammatory syndromes. They work to reduce swelling and to suppress the immune system. Wezlana is only available as a brand name drug.
Nemluvio is part of the Interleukin Antagonists class and treats Prurigo Nodularis and Eczema. Interleukin antagonists are used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ulcerative colitis, crohn's disease, psoriasis and other autoinflammatory syndromes. They work to reduce swelling and to suppress the immune system. Nemluvio is only available as a brand name drug.
Stelara (ustekinumab) is an expensive drug used to treat plaque psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis and ulcerative colitis. This medicine is also used to treat Crohn's disease. It is not a cure. This drug is more popular than comparable drugs. There are currently no generic alternatives to Stelara. While 96% of insurance plans cover the most common version of Stelara at a co-pay of $32.50-$80.00, many of them have restrictions.
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Omvoh

as low as$11,523
MIRIKIZUMAB treats ulcerative colitis. It works by decreasing inflammation in the digestive tract. It is a monoclonal antibody.
Skyrizi (risankizumab-rzaa) is used to treat plaque psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis and crohn's disease. There are currently no generic alternatives for skyrizi. It may be covered by your Medicare or insurance plan.
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Kevzara

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SARILUMAB treats autoimmune conditions, such as arthritis. It works by slowing down an overactive immune system. It is a monoclonal antibody.
RILONACEPT treats inflammatory conditions, such as cryopyrin-associated perioidic syndromes (CAPS), deficiency of interluekin-1 receptor antagonist (DIRA), and pericarditis. It works by decreasing inflammation. This reduces symptoms.
Avtozma is part of the Interleukin Antagonists class and treats Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis, COVID-19 and Rheumatoid Arthritis. Interleukin antagonists are used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ulcerative colitis, crohn's disease, psoriasis and other autoinflammatory syndromes. They work to reduce swelling and to suppress the immune system. Avtozma is only available as a brand name drug.
RESLIZUMAB prevents the symptoms of asthma. It is prescribed when other asthma medications have not worked well enough. It works by decreasing inflammation of the airways, making it easier to breathe. Do not use it to treat a sudden asthma attack. It is a monoclonal antibody.
Exdensur is part of the Interleukin Antagonists class and treats Asthma. Interleukin antagonists are used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ulcerative colitis, crohn's disease, psoriasis and other autoinflammatory syndromes. They work to reduce swelling and to suppress the immune system. Exdensur is only available as a brand name drug.
Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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