secukinumab
Used for Psoriasis
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Manufactured by various FDA-approved generic manufacturers.
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secukinumab key facts
What dosages is secukinumab available in?
secukinumab is available in the following:
- Subcutaneous Injection
300 mg/2 mL solution in a single-dose UnoReady® pen and in a single-dose prefilled syringe
150 mg/mL solution in a single-dose Sensoready® pen and in a single-dose prefilled syringe
75 mg/0.5 mL solution in a single-dose prefilled syringe (for pediatric patients) Intravenous Infusion - 125 mg/5 mL solution in a single-dose vial
What is secukinumab used for?
secukinumab is an interleukin 17 (IL-17) inhibitor and is used for the following:
- Plaque psoriasis (PsO) in people ages 6 years and older
- Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) in people ages 2 years and older who weigh at least 33 lbs
- Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) in adults
- Non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis (nr-axSpA) in adults
- Enthesitis-related arthritis in people ages 4 years and older who weigh at least 33 lbs
- Hidradenitis suppurativa in adults
How does secukinumab work?
secukinumab is a monoclonal antibody that works as an interleukin inhibitor. It blocks a protein in your immune system called interleukin-17 (IL-17), which tends to be overly active in certain inflammatory conditions. In doing so, secukinumab lowers swelling, pain, and inflammation.
How do I take secukinumab?
secukinumab is dosed as follows:
Adults
- Plaque psoriasis (PsO) and hidradenitis suppurativa: The typical starting dose is 300 mg injected under the skin weekly for 5 weeks. After that, the maintenance dose is usually 300 mg injected monthly
- Psoriatic arthritis (PsA), ankylosing spondylitis (AS), and non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis (nr-axSpA): The starting dose can be optional; if given, the typical dose is 150 mg injected under the skin (SQ) weekly for 5 weeks. After that, the maintenance dose is usually 150 mg injected under the skin monthly. If appropriate, your provider might raise your dose to 300 mg monthly
Children
- secukinumab is approved for children to treat PsO (ages 6 years and older), PsA (ages 2 years and older), and enthesitis-related arthritis (ages 4 years and older)
- Body weight 33 lbs to 110 lbs: The typical starting dose is 75 mg injected under the skin weekly for 5 weeks. After that, the maintenance dose is usually 75 mg injected monthly
- Body weight 110 lbs or more: The typical starting dose is 150 mg injected under the skin weekly for 5 weeks. After that, the maintenance dose is usually 150 mg injected monthly
- secukinumab can also be given as an injection through the veins for PsA, AS, and nr-axSpA for adults only. Your provider will calculate the dose based on your body weight. The injection is usually given by a healthcare provider in a clinic setting
Is it safe for me to take secukinumab?
secukinumab is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you.
secukinumab Common Side Effects
Common side effects of secukinumab:
- Diarrhea
- Upper respiratory infections
- Common cold
secukinumab Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with secukinumab. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Serious allergic reactions: difficulty breathing; hives; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat
- Infection: fever; cough; difficulty breathing; diarrhea; weakness; sweating; chills; scaly, itchy, or burning skin
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on secukinumab
The following medications may interact with secukinumab:
- Upon beginning or stopping secukinumab in patients who are receiving concomitant CYP450 substrates
- particularly those where minimal decreases in the concentration may reduce CYP substrate effectiveness or minimal increases in the concentration may increase CYP substrate adverse reactions, consider monitoring for therapeutic effect or concentration of the CYP substrate and consider dosage adjustment of the CYP substrate as needed
Who makes secukinumab?
Various FDA-approved generic manufacturers
Is secukinumab safe in pregnancy?
It is not known if secukinumab can harm your unborn baby. You and your healthcare provider should decide if you will use secukinumab.
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How can NowPatient help me to lower the cost of my secukinumab prescription?
After you create a FREE account with NowPatient, you will have access to 4 programs that can help lower the cost of your secukinumab prescription
Applicability to each program will be dependent on your insurance status.
How do the NowPatient secukinumab savings programs work?
After you have created your FREE account with NowPatient, you can access the various programs from your account dashboard. Each program has clear instructions on how to check your eligibility. You can see how the process works by clicking on the feature link below and seeing the ‘How it works’ steps.
Drug Coupon and Patient Assistance Programs require an eligibility quiz to be completed.
Are the NowPatient secukinumab savings programs suitable for everyone, regardless of insurance status?
No. Each program has its own eligibility and applicability requirements. The table below shows if a program is available to you, based on your insurance status.
| Rx Advantage Card* for secukinumab | Canadian Prescription Savings* for secukinumab | secukinumab Drug Coupon* | secukinumab Patient Assistance Program* | |
| Insured (federal, state or government) | Available | Available | Not Available | Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company |
| Insured (Commercial or Private) | Available | Available | Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company | Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company |
| Uninsured | Available | Available | Not Available | Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company |
| Insured but without pharmacy benefit or drug coverage | Available | Available | Not Available | Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company |
*This is not insurance.
Are the NowPatient drug savings programs suitable for brand and generic versions of secukinumab?
No. Each program has applicability requirements. Please see below
| Rx Advantage Card* for secukinumab | Canadian Prescription Savings* for secukinumab | secukinumab Drug Coupon* | secukinumab Patient Assistance Program* | |
| Brand | Yes | Yes | Yes, If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company | Yes, If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company |
| Generic | Yes | Yes | No | No |
*This is not insurance.
If you have Medicare Part D or Medicare Advantage and none of the secukinumab savings options are applicable or affordable for me, what can you do?
If you are insured with Medicare and the secukinumab drug savings options are not applicable to you and still remain unaffordable, then you can check Medicaid eligibility in your state by following the instructions at HealthCare.gov.
The government site is easy to use and after you have selected your state, it will navigate you to the appropriate contact point to make the application. State Medicaid programs may cover the full cost of your medication.
People who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid are called ‘dual eligibles’.
If you are denied Medicaid for secukinumab, and you are still unable to afford your copay or co-insurance element (for example if you are in the coverage gap or Donut Hole) then you may be eligible for a federal support program like Low Income Subsidy. To be eligible for Low Income Subsidy, you need to be a resident in one of the 50 States or the District of Columbia. You can check eligibility online at SSA Medicare D Extra Help. You can also call Social Security at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778).
I am uninsured or underinsured and none of the secukinumab prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, what can I do?
If you are uninsured or underinsured (for example, secukinumab is not covered by your plan) and the drug savings options are not applicable or still unaffordable, then you can check Medicaid eligibility in your state by following the instructions at HealthCare.gov.
The government site is easy to use and you can select your state and it will navigate you to the appropriate contact point to make the application. State Medicaid programs may cover the full cost of your medication.
If you are denied and all else fails, and if you have been prescribed secukinumab for an FDA-approved indication, you can call the pharmaceutical company to see if they have any other assistance programs.
I am commercially or privately insured and none of the secukinumab prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, what can I do?
If your medication is not covered by your plan, you can appeal your insurance company’s decision. Sometimes, a formal appeal can result in the drug being covered if it is deemed medically necessary.
If you cannot afford your copay contribution, then you can check Medicaid eligibility in your state by following the instructions at HealthCare.gov.
However, being privately insured might complicate your eligibility for Medicaid, as having private insurance may be considered in the financial eligibility assessment.
The government site is easy to use and you can select your state and it will navigate you to the appropriate contact point to make the application. If you qualify, state Medicaid may cover the full cost of your medication.
If I have federal, state or commercial insurance and none of the secukinumab prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, are there any other support organisations that can help me with my co-insurance or copay contributions?
If you have already tried Medicaid and received a denial letter or if you are insured with Medicare and have been denied Low-Income Subsidy, then you can try one of the following organizational support programs:
1. Patient Access Network Foundation (PAN) assistance for secukinumab
If you are having trouble paying for your secukinumab medication due to unaffordable copays or deductibles, the Patient Access Network Foundation (PAN), may be able to assist you. To qualify for PAN assistance for secukinumab you will need to meet one or all of the following criteria:
- Your income is below 400% of the federal poverty level
- secukinumab is prescribed for an approved FDA indication
- You live in and receive treatment in the United States or U.S. territories, even if you do not have U.S. citizenship
- You have Medicare insurance coverage that covers secukinumab
- If secukinumab is listed on PAN’s list of covered medications
You can check the Patient Access Network Foundation Website for more information.
2. HealthWell Foundation Copay Program for secukinumab
If you are having trouble paying for your secukinumab medication due to unaffordable copays or deductibles, the HealthWell Foundation Copay Program may be able to assist you. To qualify for assistance for secukinumab you will need to meet the following criteria:
- You live in and are being treated in the United States
- You are insured and your plan covers secukinumab
- If secukinumab is listed on the HealthWell Foundation’s list of covered medications
You can check the HealthWell Foundation Website for more information.
3. Patient Advocate Foundation Co-Pay Relief Program for secukinumab
Patient Advocate Foundation’s Co-Pay Relief program exists to help reduce the financial distress you or your family may face when paying for your secukinumab treatment. If you qualify and can demonstrate the need, the foundation will provide you with direct payment covering co-pays, co-insurance, and deductibles. To qualify for assistance for secukinumab you will need to meet the following criteria:
- You must be currently insured and have coverage for secukinumab
- You must have a confirmed diagnosis and treatment plan
- You must reside and receive treatment in the United States
- Your Income must fall at or below 300% or 400% of the Federal Poverty Guideline (FPG) with consideration for the Cost of Living Index (COLI) and number in the household
- Applications can also be completed by contacting the program sponsor, toll-free at 866-512-3861.
You can check the Patient Advocate Foundation Website for more information.
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The information provided here about medications is subject to change and is not meant to include all uses, precautions, warnings, directions, drug interactions, allergic reactions, or negative effects. The absence of warnings or other information for a particular medication does not imply that the medication or medication combination is appropriate for all patients or for all possible purposes.
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