cosentyx
Pharmaranks rates Cosentyx 3.5/5 for recall safety — an independent score from its FDA recall history and its manufacturer's record. Cosentyx (Secukinumab) is an interleukin-17a antagonist used to treat Ankylosing Spondylitis, Psoriatic Arthritis.
Secukinumab · by Novartis
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Key facts
- Active ingredient
- Secukinumab
- Drug class
- Interleukin-17a Antagonist
- Form
- Injectable, Solution
- Strength
- Secukinumab 150MG/ML
- Type
- Prescription (Rx)
- Brand or generic
- Brand-name
- May treat
- ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis
- Manufacturer
- Novartis
- FDA application
- BLA125504
What is Cosentyx?
From the FDA label:Secukinumab, a recombinant human monoclonal IgG1/κ antibody, is an interleukin-17A antagonist. It is expressed in a recombinant Chinese Hamster Ovary (CHO) cell line. Secukinumab has a molecular mass of approximately 151 kDa; both heavy chains of secukinumab contain oligosaccharide chains. COSENTYX Injection for Subcutaneous Use COSENTYX injection is a sterile, preservative-free, clear to slightly opalescent, colorless to slightly yellow solution for subcutaneous use. COSENTYX injection is supplied in a single-dose UnoReady pen (300 mg/2 mL) with a 27-gauge fixed ½-inch needle, a single-dose Sensoready pen with a 27-gauge fixed ½-inch needle, or a single-dose prefilled syringe (300 mg/2 mL, 150 mg/mL, 75 mg/0.5 mL) with a 27-gauge fixed ½-inch needle. The removable cap of the COSENTYX Sensoready pen and prefilled syringes (150 mg/mL, 75 mg/0.5 mL) contains natural rubber latex. Each COSENTYX UnoReady pen or prefilled syringe (300 mg/2 mL) contains 300 mg of secukinumab formulated in: L-histidine/histidine hydrochloride monohydrate (6.206 mg), L-methionine (1.492 mg), polysorbate 80 (0.4 mg), trehalose dihydrate (151.34 mg), and Sterile Water for Injection, USP, at pH of 5.8. Each COSENTYX Sensoready pen or prefilled syringe (150 mg/mL) contains 150 mg of secukinumab formulated in: L-histidine/histidine hydrochloride monohydrate (3.103 mg), L-methionine (0.746 mg), polysorbate…
How to use
Cosentyx is sold in more than one form (Injectable and Solution), and each is dosed differently. The instructions below come from the FDA label for application BLA125504 — follow the label that came with the product you were actually prescribed.
Prior to COSENTYX initiation, complete all age-appropriate vaccinations, evaluate patients for tuberculosis (TB). ( 2.1 ) See Full Prescribing Information for instructions on preparation and administration of COSENTYX. ( 2.2 , 2.11 , 2.12 ) Administration of Intravenous Formulation: COSENTYX for intravenous use must be diluted prior to administration. Administer as an intravenous infusion after dilution over a period of 30 minutes. ( 2.12 ) Plaque Psoriasis: Subcutaneous Dosage in Adults: Recommended dosage is 300 mg by subcutaneous injection at Weeks 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 and every 4 weeks thereafter. For some patients, a dose of 150 mg may be acceptable. ( 2.3 ) Subcutaneous Dosage in Pediatric Patients 6 Years and Older: Recommended weight-based dosage is administered by subcutaneous injection at Weeks 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 and every 4 weeks thereafter. For patients < 50 kg, the dose is 75 mg. For patients ≥ 50 kg, the dose is 150 mg. ( 2.3 ) Psoriatic Arthritis: Adult Patients Subcutaneous Dosage: For PsA patients with coexistent moderate to severe PsO, use the dosage and administration for PsO. ( 2.3 ) For other PsA patients, administer with or without a loading dosage. With a loading dosage : 150 mg at Weeks 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 and every 4 weeks thereafter Without a loading dosage : 150 mg every 4 weeks If a patient continues to have active PsA, consider a dosage of 300 mg every 4…
Side effects
The following adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail elsewhere in the labeling: Infections [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)] Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)] Inflammatory Bowel Disease [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)] Eczematous Eruptions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5)] Most common adverse reactions (> 1%) are nasopharyngitis, diarrhea, and upper respiratory tract infection. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation at 1-888-669-6682 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch . 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. Adverse Reactions in Clinical Trials of Subcutaneous COSENTYX Adverse Reactions from Clinical Trials in Adults with PsO A total of 3,430 adult subjects with PsO were treated with COSENTYX in controlled and uncontrolled clinical trials. Of these, 1,641 subjects were treated with COSENTYX for at least 1 year. Four placebo-controlled Phase 3 trials in PsO subjects (Trials PsO1, PsO2, PsO3, and PsO4) were pooled to evaluate the safety of COSENTYX in comparison to placebo up to 12 weeks after treatment…
Warnings
Important safety information
Infections : Serious infections have occurred. Exercise caution when considering the use of COSENTYX in patients with a chronic infection or a history of recurrent infection. If a serious infection develops, discontinue COSENTYX until the infection resolves. ( 5.1 ) Hypersensitivity Reactions : If an anaphylactic reaction or other serious allergic reaction occurs, discontinue COSENTYX immediately and initiate appropriate therapy. ( 5.2 ) Tuberculosis (TB) : Prior to initiating treatment with COSENTYX, evaluate for TB. ( 5.3 ) Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) : Cases of IBD were observed in clinical trials. Exercise caution when prescribing COSENTYX to patients with IBD. ( 5.4 ) Eczematous Eruptions : Cases of severe eczematous eruptions have occurred in patients receiving COSENTYX. ( 5.5 ) Immunizations : Avoid use of live vaccines in patients treated with COSENTYX. ( 5.7 ) 5.1 Infections COSENTYX may increase the risk of infections. In clinical trials, a higher rate of infections was observed in COSENTYX treated subjects compared to placebo-treated subjects. In placebo-controlled clinical trials in subjects with moderate to severe PsO, higher rates of common infections, such as nasopharyngitis (11.4% versus 8.6%), upper respiratory tract infection (2.5% versus 0.7%) and mucocutaneous infections with candida (1.2% versus 0.3%) were observed in subjects treated with COSENTYX compared to placebo-treated subjects. A similar increase in risk of infection in subjects treated with COSENTYX was seen in placebo-controlled trials in subjects with PsA, AS and nr-axSpA. The incidence of some types of infections, including fungal infections, appeared to be dose-dependent in clinical trials [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)] . In the postmarketing setting, serious bacterial, viral, and fungal opportunistic infections, and some fatal infections have been reported in patients receiving IL-17 inhibitors including COSENTYX. Cases of Hepatitis B virus reactivation have been reported [see Adverse Reactions (6.2)] . Exercise caution when considering the use of COSENTYX in patients with a chronic infection or a history of recurrent infection. Instruct patients to seek medical advice if signs or symptoms suggestive of an infection occur. If a patient develops a serious infection, monitor the patient closely and discontinue COSENTYX until the infection resolves. If signs of Hepatitis B virus reactivation occur, consult a hepatitis specialist. COSENTYX is not recommended for use in patients with active viral hepatitis. 5.2 Hypersensitivity Reactions Serious hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis, angioedema, and urticaria have been reported in COSENTYX treated subjects in clinical trials and in the post-marketing setting [see Adverse Reactions (6.1, 6.2)] . If an anaphylactic or other serious allergic reaction occurs, immediately discontinue administration of COSENTYX and initiate appropriate therapy [see Contraindications (4)] . 5.3 Pre-Treatment Evaluation for Tuberculosis Evaluate patients for active or latent TB infection prior to initiating treatment with COSENTYX. Avoid administration of COSENTYX to patients with active TB infection. Initiate treatment of latent TB prior to administering COSENTYX. Consider anti-TB therapy prior to initiation of COSENTYX in patients with a past history of latent or active TB in whom an adequate course of treatment cannot be confirmed. Monitor patients closely for signs and symptoms of active TB during and after treatment. In the postmarketing setting, cases were reported where patients with a history of latent tuberculosis (TB) who were treated with COSENTYX developed active TB. 5.4 Inflammatory Bowel Disease Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) exacerbations, in some cases serious and/or leading to discontinuation of COSENTYX, occurred in COSENTYX treated subjects during clinical trials in PsO, PsA, AS, nr-axSpA, and HS. In adult subjects with HS, the incidence of IBD was higher in subjects who received COSENTYX 300 mg every 2 weeks (Ulcerative Colitis [UC] 1 case, EAIR 0.2/100 subject-years; Crohn`s Disease [CD] 1 case, EAIR 0.2/100 subject-years) compared to subjects who received COSENTYX 300 mg every 4 weeks (IBD 1 case, EAIR 0.2/100 subject-years). In addition, new onset IBD cases occurred in subjects treated with COSENTYX in clinical trials. In an exploratory trial in 59 subjects with active Crohn’s disease [COSENTYX is not approved for the treatment of Crohn`s disease], there were trends toward greater disease activity and increased adverse reactions in subjects treated with COSENTYX as compared to placebo-treated subjects. Exercise caution when prescribing COSENTYX to patients with IBD. Patients treated with COSENTYX should be monitored for signs and symptoms of IBD [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)] . 5.5 Eczematous Eruptions In postmarketing reports, cases of severe eczematous eruptions, including atopic dermatitis-like eruptions, dyshidrotic eczema, and erythroderma, were reported in patients receiving COSENTYX; some cases resulted in hospitalization. The onset of eczematous eruptions was variable, ranging from days to months after the first dose of COSENTYX. Treatment may need to be discontinued to resolve the eczematous eruption. Some patients were successfully treated for eczematous eruptions while continuing COSENTYX. 5.6 Risk of Hypersensitivity in Latex-Sensitive Individuals The removable cap of the COSENTYX Sensoready pen and prefilled syringes (150 mg/mL, 75 mg/0.5 mL) contains natural rubber latex, which may cause a hypersensitivity reaction in latex-sensitive individuals. The safe use of the COSENTYX Sensoready pen or prefilled syringes (150 mg/mL, 75 mg/0.5 mL) in latex-sensitive individuals has not been studied. 5.7 Immunizations Prior to initiating therapy with COSENTYX, consider completion of all age-appropriate immunizations according to current immunization guidelines. COSENTYX may alter a patient's immune response to live vaccines. Avoid use of live vaccines in patients treated with COSENTYX [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.2)] .
Who should not take Cosentyx
COSENTYX is contraindicated in patients with a previous serious hypersensitivity reaction to secukinumab or to any of the excipients in COSENTYX. Cases of anaphylaxis and angioedema have been reported during treatment with COSENTYX [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)] . Serious hypersensitivity to secukinumab or any excipients in COSENTYX. ( 4 )
Overdose — what happens if you take too much
In the event of overdosage, it is recommended that the patient be monitored for any signs or symptoms of adverse reactions and appropriate symptomatic treatment be instituted. Consider contacting the Poison Help line (1-800-222-1222) or a medical toxicologist for additional overdose management recommendations.
U.S. Poison Control: call or text 1-800-222-1222 (free, 24/7). In an emergency call 911. From the FDA label; not medical advice.
Interactions
Certain CYP450 Substrates Increased concentrations of cytokines (e.g., IL-17) during chronic inflammation associated with certain diseases including PsO, PsA, AS, nr-axSpA, ERA, and HS may suppress the formation of CYP enzymes. Upon initiation or discontinuation of COSENTYX 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 [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)] .
Storing Cosentyx, and how long it keeps
Quoted from this product’s own FDA label. Storage belongs to the product and its device, not to the drug in general — a pen and a tablet of the same medicine are kept completely differently.
- “Discard if stored outside of the refrigerator over 4 days.”
- “Instruct patients to discard if kept outside of the refrigerator over 4 days [see How Supplied/Storage and Handling (16)] .”
- “Keep COSENTYX in the original carton to protect from light until the time of use.”
- “Instruct patients to store COSENTYX in a refrigerator at 2°C to 8°C (36ºF to 46ºF) and to discard expired or unused COSENTYX.”
Drug class
May treat (source: NIH RxClass)
Dosage forms
Injectable and Solution
The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Cosentyx treat?
- Cosentyx (Secukinumab) may be used to treat ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.
- How is Cosentyx rated?
- pharmaranks gives Cosentyx a composite score of 3.5 out of 5, currently based on 1 weighted source (FDA regulatory recall-safety data weighted highest). See our methodology at /how-we-rate.
- Is there a coupon or discount for Cosentyx?
- pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Cosentyx. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.
- Who makes Cosentyx?
- Cosentyx is marketed by Novartis. You can see Novartis's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
- Is Cosentyx a brand-name or generic drug?
- Cosentyx is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Secukinumab.
- Is Cosentyx available over the counter?
- No. Cosentyx is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.
- What forms does Cosentyx come in?
- Cosentyx is currently marketed as injectable and solution, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
- What class of drug is Cosentyx?
- Cosentyx is classified as interleukin-17a antagonist, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.
- Is Cosentyx FDA-registered?
- Cosentyx is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number BLA125504. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
- Has Cosentyx been recalled by the FDA?
- Cosentyx has no FDA recalls recorded under its own application in the openFDA enforcement database. Its recall-safety score reflects its manufacturer's overall recall record. This is general reference, not medical advice — check the FDA recall database for the latest alerts.
- Is Cosentyx safe?
- There's no single safe-or-not verdict. pharmaranks gives Cosentyx a recall-safety score of 70/100, based on its FDA recall history (no recalls under its own FDA application) — not an efficacy or side-effect rating. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings before use, and always consult a licensed professional.
- What are the side effects of Cosentyx?
- Cosentyx's side effects are taken directly from its FDA label. From the label: The following adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail elsewhere in the labeling: Infections [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)] Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)] Inflammatory Bowel Disease [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)] Eczematous Eruptions [see Warning… Both common and serious reactions are documented in full on this page. This is general reference from the FDA, not medical advice — always consult a professional.
Clinical content sourced from the FDA label via openFDA (U.S. FDA). View the FDA label on DailyMed → Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.
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