The FDA has approved the use of ustekinumab (Stelara - Centocor Ortho Biotech), an interleukin antagonist given by subcutaneous (SC) injection for treatment of adults with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis. It is the first agent in its class for this indication; the other biologic agents for psoriasis are Tcell or tumor necrosis factor (TNF) inhibitors....
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Title: Ustekinumab (Stelara) for Psoriasis
Publication: The Medical Letter on Drugs and Therapeutics
Issue #: 1330
Article Code: 1330c
Date: January 25, 2010
Volume: 52
Pages: 7-8