STL Index for: Ustekinumab
Update on Drugs & Devices: July-August 2025
Update on Dupilumab SC injection (Dupixent®), Garadacimab-gxii for SC injection (Andembry®), Roflumilast foam, 0.3% (Zoryve®), Ustekinumab-hmny for SC injection (Starjemza®), Ustekinumab biosimilar SC/IV use (Otulfi®) and Prademagene zamikeracel genemodified cellular sheets (Zevaskyn™).
Update on Drugs & Devices: March-April 2025
Update on Mirdametinib 1 mg tablets for oral suspension & 1 mg/2 mg capsules (Gomekli™), Ustekinumab-stba SC/IV injection (Steqeyma®) and Nivolumab + hyaluronidase-nvhy for SC injection (Opdivo Qvantig™).
Update on Drugs & Devices: January-February 2025
Update on Cosibelimab-ipdl IV use (Unloxcyt™), Ustekinumab-kfce SC/IV use (Yesintek™), Minocycline hydrochloride capsules (Emrosi™).
Update on Drugs & Devices: November-December 2024
Update on Ruxolitinib phosphate cream 1.5% (Opzelura®), Roflumilast foam 0.3% (Zoryve®), Clindamycin 1.2%/adapalene 0.15%/benzoyl peroxide 3.1% fixed-dose topical gel (Cabtreo™), Lebrikizumab-lbkz (Ebglyss™ SC injection), Ustekinumab-srlf (Imuldosa™ SC/IV injection), Ustekinumab-aauz (Otulfi™ SC/IV injection), Ustekinumab biosimilar (Pyzchiva™ SC/IV injection).
Update on Drugs & Devices: September-October 2024
Update on Nemolizumab-ilto SC injection (Nemluvio®), Denileukin diftitox-cxdl IV use (Lymphir™), Deuruxolitinib phosphate tablets (Leqselvi™), Roflumilast cream (Zoryve™), Ustekinumab-ttwe SC/IV injectio (Pyzchiva®), Sofpironium gel, 12.45% (Sofdra™), Ustekinumab biosimilar (Steqeyma® SC/IV injection) and Lebrikizumab SC injection (Ebglyss™)
Update on Drugs & Devices: May – June 2024
Update on Mavorixafor capsules (Xolremdi™), Ustekinumab-aekn SC use (Selarsdi™), Spesolimab-sbzo IV/SC use (Spevigo™), LetibotulinumtoxinA-wlbg IM use (Letybo™), and Bimekizumab SC use (Bimzelx®).
Update on Drugs & Devices: March – April 2024
Update on Adalimumab-ryvk for SC injection (Simlandi®), B-Raf inhibitor gel (LUT014), Lifileucel tumorinfiltrating lymphocyte (TIL) suspension for IV use (Amtagvi™), Berdazimer topical gel, 10.3% (Zelsuvmi™), Artificial intelligencepowered skin cancer diagnostic tool (DermaSensor™), Smallpox vaccine (ACAM2000®), Oral brincidofovir (Tembexa®), Ritlecitinib tosylate capsules (Litfulo™), Ustekinumab biosimilar (Jamteki™).
Update on Drugs & Devices: January – February 2024
Update on Roflumilast foam, 0.3% (Zoryve®), Birch triterpenes gel (Filsuvez®), Rapamycin anhydrous gel, 3.9% (Qtorin™), Bimekizumab-bkzx for SC use (Bimzelx®), Secukinumab for SC use (Cosentyx®), and Ustekinumab-auub for SC/IV use (Wezlana™).
Risankizumab in Adults with Psoriatic Arthritis
Explore risankizumab for Psoriatic arthritis: Beyond ACR, it significantly improves enthesitis, dactylitis, and QoL scores like HAQ-DI. Promising in efficacy and safety, with full 208-week study results anticipated for a complete understanding.
Dupilumab for the Treatment of Prurigo Nodularis
Dupilumab: A groundbreaking FDA and Health Canada-approved treatment for Prurigo Nodularis (PN). This innovative therapy targets IL-4 and IL-13 signalling, effectively reducing inflammation, pruritus, and lesions. Its approval marks a paradigm shift in PN management, offering new hope for patients.
Psoriasis Education Tool for Patient-Physician Decision-Making About Biologics: A Pilot Study
Although biologics are well-studied, expertise regarding their use is often lacking. Many biologics have been added to the market in recent years with distinctive characteristics. This study was designed to create a tool to assist physicians involved in the care of patients with psoriasis undergoing biologic treatment.
Bimekizumab for Moderate-to-Severe Plaque Psoriasis
Bimekizumab is a novel treatment for moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis that has shown promising efficacy and safety in clinical trials. By simultaneously targeting two components of the IL-17 pathway, IL-17A and IL-17F, the biologic can downregulate proinflammatory signaling and rapidly improve patients’ skin.
Skin Treatments Introduced in 2020
This index covers all new skin treatments introduced in Skin Therapy Letter Dermatology Edition articles in 2020.
Update on Drugs & Devices: November – December 2020
This update covers: Gene therapy for DEB (AGLE-102), Golimumab for IV use (Simponi® Aria™), Clascoterone 1% cream (Winlevi®), Triplet melanoma therapy (Tecentriq® + Cotellic® and Zelboraf®), Ustekinumab for SC use (Stelara®), Calcipotriene + betamethasone dipropionate cream (Wynzora®), Abametapir 0.74% lotion (Xeglyze™), Sonidegib capsules (Odomzo®) and Halobetasol propionate + tazarotene lotion (Duobrii™).
Risankizumab, an IL-23p19 Inhibitor for Psoriasis: A Review of the Current Literature
The addition of biologics that target IL-23p19 (Risankizumab) to our therapeutic armamentarium has succeeded in improving outcomes in patients with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis.
A Closer Look at the Data Regarding Suicidal Ideation and Behavior in Psoriasis Patients: The Case of Brodalumab
There is no clear evidence that monoclonal antibodies influence neurological function and modulate behavior in humans. More research in this area is necessary in order to begin to understand the potential effects of..
Brodalumab: A Review of Safety
Interleukin (IL)-17 is important in the pathophysiology of psoriasis and has proven to be an effective therapeutic target. As brodalumab enters the marketplace, a review of this important biologic, its safety profile, and discussion of possible adverse effects is in order.
Update on Drugs and Drug News: January-February 2018
Update on drugs includes Onabotulinum-toxinA for injection (Botox® Cosmetic), Hyaluronic acid dermal filler (Restylane® Silk), Ustekinumab for SC injection (Stelara®), Golimumab for IV infusion (RSimponi Aria®), Herpes zoster vaccine (non-live recombinant, AS01B adjuvanted) suspension for IM injection (Shingrix), Brentuximab vedotin for IV infusion (Adcetris®)
Secukinumab in the Treatment of Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis: A Review of the Literature
Secukinumab demonstrates rapid and robust clinical improvement accompanied by a favorable short- term safety profile. The results of the phase III trials continue to reinforce the theory that the IL-17 pathway is an essential target in psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis treatment.
Hepatitis B and C Viruses and Biologics
Hepatitis B virus (HBV) and hepatitis C virus (HCV) potentially impact the clinician's ability to manage patients with immunosuppressive medications such as biological therapy. In light of recent literature reviews, patients with HBV and HCV should be referred to a hepatologist.
A Review of Guselkumab, an IL-23 Inhibitor, for Moderate-to-Severe Plaque Psoriasis
Psoriasis is thought to arise from a combination of pathogenic factors including genetic susceptibility and environmental exacerbation. This article reviews the current status of guselkumab as a therapy for moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis.
Skin Treatments Introduced in 2016
The list covers new skin treatments for Actinic Keratosis, Hemangioma, Hidradenitis Suppurativa, as well as Anti-acne Agents, Antibacterial Agents, Anti-cancer Agents, Dermal Fillers, Neuromodulator and other treatments and drugs.
A Review of Brodalumab, an IL-17 Receptor Antagonist, for Moderate-to-Severe Plaque Psoriasis
Psoriasis is a chronic immune-mediated inflammatory disease with epidermal hyperplasia. Interleukin (IL)-17 signaling has a central role in its pathogenesis, and is being looked at as a target. The rationale for IL-17 inhibitors, clinical trial results of new drugs like Brodalumab are included.
A Dermatologist’s Guide to Infection Screening Prior to Initiating Immunosuppressive Therapy
In this review, we summarize the most common immunosuppressant medications currently used in dermatology, and provide recommendations for infection screening prior to
initiating treatment.
Update on Drugs and Drug News: March-April 2016
Update on (Beteflam™), Human papillomavirus (HPV) 9-valent vaccine, recombinant (Gardasil®9), (Imlygic®), Pembrolizumab IV injection (Keytruda®), Adalimumab SC injection (Humira®), Secukinumab SC injection (Cosentyx®), Ustekinumab SC injection (Stelara®), and Nivolumab + ipilimumab (Opdivo® + Yervoy®).
Hidradenitis Suppurativa: A Review with a Focus on Treatment Data
Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic disease of the follicular unit that often leads to marked impairment of quality of life. This article reviews various treatment modalities for HS including laser, surgery, retinoids, immunosuppression, biologics, and antibiotics.
Interleukin-23 in the Pathogenesis and Treatment of Psoriasis
In the past three decades, major advances have been made in understanding the pathogenesis of psoriasis. This review focuses on the role of IL-23 in psoriasis pathogenesis and the current therapies targeting IL-23 that are being studied in clinical trials.
The Evolving Role of Biologics in the Treatment of Pediatric Psoriasis
The exact role of biologics in the treatment of pediatric psoriasis remains undefined but evolving. This article will provide a summary of the cumulative pediatric safety and efficacy data for the anti-tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α) agents and interleukin (IL)-12 and IL-23 (IL12/23) pathway inhibitor.
Biologic Therapy and Risk of Infection
Biologic compounds are being used more frequently to treat a multitude of systemic inflammatory conditions. This article discusses the increased risk of opportunistic infections of tuberculosis, herpes zoster, Legionella pneumophila, and Listeria monocytogenes.
Combination Therapy of Biologics with Traditional Agents in Psoriasis
Biologics plays an important role in treating moderate to severe psoriasis. This article looks at combination treatment with traditional systemics and topicals, and the possible benefits of this approach.
Update on Drugs and Drug News: November 2009
Updates on Ustekinumab Stelara® Centocor Ortho Biotech, Romidepsin ISTODAX® Gloucester Pharmaceuticals and news from US FDA.
IL-12/IL-23 Inhibitors: The Advantages and Disadvantages of this Novel Approach for the Treatment of Psoriasis
Psoriasis is a common chronic inflammatory skin disease that is mediated, in part by the body’s T-cell inflammatory response mechanisms. Current data regarding the efficacy of these agents show they may have the potential to become the new clinical gold standard for biologic therapy to treat psoriasis.