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Bimzelx vs. Skyrizi

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Bimzelx

(bimekizumab)

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(risankizumab)

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Summary for Bimzelx

Prescription only

Bimzelx (bimekizumab or bimekizumab-bkzx) is an injection that's used to treat several inflammatory conditions in adults. They include plaque psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, and hidradenitis suppurativa, to name a few. It's a type of monoclonal antibody called an interleukin antagonist. It works to reduce inflammation in the body. Bimzelx (bimekizumab) comes in prefilled autoinjectors or prefilled syringes. You inject the medication under the skin either every month or every other month. It can cause side effects like upper respiratory infections.

Indications for Bimzelx

Pros and Cons for Bimzelx

Pros

  • Dosing schedule is either every month or every other month, so it's convenient for most people
  • An option for plaque psoriasis if topical medications have stopped working
  • Available as prefilled autoinjectors and prefilled syringes

Cons

Common Side Effects for Bimzelx

Warnings for Bimzelx

  • Suicidal thoughts or behavior
  • Risk of infections
  • Liver problems
  • Inflammatory bowel disease
  • Interaction with vaccines

Summary for Skyrizi

Prescription only

Skyrizi (risankizumab or risankizumab-rzaa) is an injection used to treat different inflammatory conditions in adults. This includes plaque psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, Crohn's disease, and ulcerative colitis. It belongs to the drug class called interleukin antagonists. It works to lower inflammation and relieve symptoms. After the first few doses, you usually get the Skyrizi (risankizumab) injection every 2 or 3 months. This medication can raise your risk of infection as a side effect.

Indications for Skyrizi

Pros and Cons for Skyrizi

Pros

  • Given every 2 or 3 months after a couple of starter doses (depends on your condition)
  • Can give injections under the skin at home after you get trained

Cons

  • Must be given as an injection
  • Not approved for children

Common Side Effects for Skyrizi

Warnings for Skyrizi

  • Allergic reaction
  • Risk of infection
  • Rare case of liver injury
  • Caution when getting vaccines

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Bimzelx1 carton / 1 autoinjector of 320mg/2ml
$16,039.69-
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Skyrizi1 package / 1 pen of 150mg/ml
$20,217.99-
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