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The information on this sheet is based on approvals granted by the Japanese regulatory authority. Approval details may vary by country. Medicines have adverse reactions (risks) as well as efficacies (benefits). It is important to minimize adverse reactions and maximize efficacy. To obtain a better therapeutic response, patients should understand their medication and cooperate with the treatment.
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Brand name :
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TALTZ Subcutaneous Injection 80 mg auto injector
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Active ingredient:
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Ixekizumab (genetical recombination)
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Effects of this medicine
This medicine inhibits interleukin(IL)-17A, which is one of the causes of inflammatory response that plays a role in the development of psoriasis, and psoriatic arthritis.
It is usually used to treat plaque psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, pustular psoriasis and erythrodermic psoriasis with inadequate response to conventional therapies.
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Before using this medicine, be sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist
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If you have previously experienced any allergic reactions (itch, rash, etc.) to any medicines. If you have infections or suspected of them, active tuberculosis or a history of tuberculosis. If you have inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's Disease or ulcerative colitis). If you are scheduled for vaccination with a live vaccine.
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If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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If you are taking any other medicinal products. (Some medicines may interact to enhance or diminish medicinal effects. Beware of over-the-counter medicines and dietary supplements as well as other prescription medicines.)
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Dosing schedule (How to take this medicine)
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Your dosing schedule prescribed by your doctor is (( to be written by a healthcare professional))
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For adults, inject 2 syringes subcutaneously at the first time, followed by one syringe every 2 weeks for 12 weeks. After 12 weeks, inject one syringe every 4 weeks.
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Depending on your response to the treatment, this medicine may be administered over a long period of time.
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If you miss the doctor's appointment to receive the injection, contact your prescribed doctor when you realize it.
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Precautions while taking this medicine
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Preventing from any infections such as common cold or influenza, washing hands and gargling is important to keep your health condition better.
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Possible adverse reactions to this medicine
The most commonly reported adverse reactions include injection site reaction (erythema, pain etc.), nasopharyngitis, and upper respiratory tract infection. If any of these symptoms occur, consult with your doctor or pharmacist.
The symptoms described below are rarely seen as initial symptoms of the adverse reactions indicated in brackets. If any of these symptoms occur, stop taking this medicine and see your doctor immediately.
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fever, cold-like symptoms, general malaise [serious infections]
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fever, hives, swelling around the lips [serious hypersensitivity reaction]
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fever, sore throat [neutropenia]
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abdominal pain, chronic diarrhea, feces with mucus or blood [inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease)]
The above symptoms do not describe all the adverse reactions to this medicine. Consult with your doctor or pharmacist if you notice any symptoms of concern other than those listed above.
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Storage conditions and other information
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This medicine has immuno-suppressive effect, avoid receiving live vaccines during the treatment.
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