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Compare Taltz vs. Bimzelx

Head-to-head comparisons of medication uses, side effects, warnings, and more.

Key takeaways

Taltz (ixekizumab) and Bimzelx (bimekizumab) are both medications used to treat moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, and other inflammatory conditions, and belong to the interleukin antagonist class. However, they have several differences. Taltz is typically injected once a month after initial doses, whereas Bimzelx starts with monthly injections and then shifts to every other month. Neither medication has a generic available. Common side effects of Taltz include upper respiratory infections and injection site reactions, while Bimzelx can cause upper respiratory infections and oral thrush, in addition to injection site reactions. Both medications can increase the risk of infections and should be used with caution regarding live vaccines.

  • Taltz (ixekizumab)
    Bimzelx (bimekizumab)
  • Taltz (ixekizumab)
    Bimzelx (bimekizumab)

  • Summary of Taltz vs. Bimzelx

    Summary for Interleukin antagonist
    Prescription only

    Taltz (ixekizumab) is an injection that's given under the skin. It helps treat inflammatory conditions, including plaque psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, and some types of arthritis in the spine. This medication works as an interleukin antagonist to lessen inflammation in the body. You inject Taltz (ixekizumab) once a month using the prefilled syringe or autoinjector. The dose depends on the health problem you're treating. Side effects include upper respiratory infections. You also might feel pain or have redness around the injection area. Taltz (ixekizumab) is a brand-name medication.

    Summary for Interleukin antagonist
    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 of Taltz vs. Bimzelx

    Indications for
    •Moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis in people 6 years and older
    •Psoriatic arthritis in adults
    •Ankylosing spondylitis in adults
    •Non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis in adults
    Indications for
    •Moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis
    •Psoriatic arthritis
    •Non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis
    •Ankylosing spondylitis
    •Moderate-to-severe hidradenitis suppurativa

  • Pros and Cons of Taltz vs. Bimzelx

    Pros and Const for Interleukin antagonist
    Pros
    •Generally given once a month (might need some starter doses)
    •Available as a prefilled syringe or autoinjector for easier use
    •Can inject at home after a healthcare professional trains you (for most people)
    Cons
    •Only given as an injection under the skin
    •Raises the risk of infections
    •Might cause flare-ups in people with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis
    Pros and Const for Interleukin antagonist
    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
    •Can cause injection reactions, such as pain, bruising, and swelling
    •Might raise the risk of infections
    •Unknown if safe during pregnancy or while breastfeeding

  • Common Side Effects of Taltz vs. Bimzelx

    Common Side Effects for
    •Reaction at the injection site (e.g., redness, pain; 17%)
    •Upper respiratory tract infections (14%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Upper respiratory tract infection (runny nose, sore throat; 15%)
    •Oral thrush (9%)
    •Headache (3%)
    •Injection site reactions (redness, pain, swelling, bruising; 3%)
    •Fungal skin infections (3%)

  • Warnings of Taltz vs. Bimzelx

    Common Side Effects for
    •Risk of infection
    •Caution when getting vaccines
    •Eczema-like skin reaction
    •Allergic reaction
    •Inflammatory bowel disease
    Common Side Effects for
    •Suicidal thoughts or behavior
    •Risk of infections
    •Liver problems
    •Inflammatory bowel disease
    •Interaction with vaccines

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