Results for tag: "Ixekizumab"

Ixekizumab is a monoclonal antibody used to treat immune disorders. It is a type of biologic drug, which is a medication derived from living cells. It works by blocking the action of a protein called interleukin-17A (IL-17A), which is involved in inflammation. Ixekizumab is used to treat psoriasis, an autoimmune disorder that causes red, scaly patches on the skin, and psoriatic arthritis, a type of arthritis that affects people with psoriasis. It is also used to treat ankylosing spondylitis, a type of arthritis that affects the spine. Ixekizumab is administered as an injection under the skin. It is available in both brand-name and generic forms. It is typically used in combination with other medications, such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. Ixekizumab is manufactured by several companies, including Eli Lilly, Amgen, and Novartis. It is also available as a generic drug from several generic drug manufacturers. Show Less Read more