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Ustekinumab-Ttwe

Generic of Ustekinumab-Ttwe

What is Ustekinumab-Ttwe 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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Ustekinumab-Ttwe Frequently Asked Questions

Read the Medication Guide and the Instructions for Use provided by your pharmacist before you start using ustekinumab and each time you get a refill. Ask your health care professional how to prepare and use this medication. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Before starting this drug, you should take a tuberculosis (TB) skin test to check for a type of tuberculosis that may not be causing any symptoms (latent TB). If you are diagnosed with TB, to prevent a serious TB infection you must first be treated for it before you start ustekinumab.

Inject this medication under the skin as directed by your doctor. For the treatment of psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis, the first 2 doses are usually given 4 weeks apart and then the medication is given every 12 weeks thereafter. For the treatment of Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis, the first dose of this medication is usually given by injection into a vein by a health care professional and then the medication is given by injection under the skin every 8 weeks thereafter. When given under the skin, the injection is given in the upper arms, buttock, thighs, or abdomen. The dosage is based on your weight, medical condition, and response to treatment.

Do not shake medication. Some brands of this medication may contain a few small white particles while other brands should not have any particles (see Instructions for Use). Before using, check this product for unusual particles or discoloration. If either is present, do not use the liquid. Before injecting each dose, clean the skin you are going to inject into (the injection site) with rubbing alcohol. Change the injection site each time to lessen injury under the skin. Do not inject into skin that is irritated, sore, or infected. To lessen bruising, do not rub the injection site after a shot. Learn how to store and discard medical supplies safely.

Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, mark your calendar with a reminder.

Tell your doctor if your condition does not get better or if it gets worse.