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Ustekinumab-Ttwe

What is Pyzchiva used for?

Ustekinumab is used to treat plaque psoriasis, a certain type of arthritis (psoriatic arthritis), or certain bowel conditions (Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis). It works by blocking certain natural proteins in your body (interleukin-12 and interleukin-23) that cause inflammation (swelling) in these conditions. Ustekinumab does not cure these diseases, but helps to lessen symptoms of the disease. It can help to decrease the amount of plaques in plaque psoriasis, decrease the number of swollen/painful joints in psoriatic arthritis, and decrease symptoms such as abdominal pain/cramping and diarrhea in Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. This monograph is about the following ustekinumab products: ustekinumab, ustekinumab-aauz, ustekinumab-aekn, ustekinumab-auub, ustekinumab-kfce, ustekinumab-srlf, ustekinumab-stba, ustekinumab-ttwe.

CHEMICAL NAME

Ustekinumab-Ttwe (US-te-KIN-ue-mab)

DRUG TYPE

Inflammatory Conditions

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Pyzchiva Frequently Asked Questions

Before using ustekinumab, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to any ustekinumab products, or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients (such as dry natural rubber/latex found in the needle cover of some brands), which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: current/recent/returning infection (including hepatitis and tuberculosis), cancer.

Ustekinumab can make you more likely to get infections or may make current infections worse. Do not have immunizations/vaccinations without the consent of your doctor, and avoid contact with people who have recently received oral polio vaccine or flu vaccine inhaled through the nose. Avoid receiving BCG vaccines for one year after completing treatment with ustekinumab. Also, stay away from anyone who has an infection that may easily spread (such as chickenpox, COVID-19, measles, flu). Talk to your doctor if you have been exposed to an infection or for more details.

Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).

During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

This drug may pass into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.

IMPORTANT: HOW TO USE THIS INFORMATION: This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this product and your specific health needs.

Pyzchiva Dosage and Form Information

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