Before starting Cosentyx, it's essential to discuss vaccination status with a healthcare professional [1]. Cosentyx is a biologic medication used to treat conditions such as plaque psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and hidradenitis suppurativa.
According to the manufacturer's guidelines, patients taking Cosentyx should be up-to-date on all non-live, inactivated vaccines, such as influenza, pneumococcal, and tetanus toxoid-containing vaccines [2]. Live vaccines, including MMR and varicella, are generally contraindicated in patients taking Cosentyx due to the risk of viral transmission [3].
Additionally, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend that patients considering Cosentyx should be current on all non-live vaccinations [4]. This includes receiving any necessary catch-up vaccinations.
The CDC Vaccine Information Statements also specify that it's recommended to avoid live vaccines during treatment with biologic medications like Cosentyx [5].
It's crucial to consult with a healthcare provider to determine the best vaccination schedule for individual patients before starting Cosentyx therapy. This might include receiving any necessary vaccinations and assessing any potential risks associated with live vaccines.
Sources:
[1] Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation. (n.d.). Cosentyx (secukinumab) Prescribing Information. Retrieved from https://www.cosentyx.com/us/pi/pifull.html
[2] Cosentyx (secukinumab) Prescribing Information [1]
[3] Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2020). Guidance for Evaluating Vaccination Responses in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis, Other Rheumatic Diseases, and Potential Risk of Infectious Disease or Immune Overload. Retrieved from https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/hcp/guidelines.html
[4] Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2020). Guidelines for Vaccination and Prevention of Influenza in Infants and Young Children. Retrieved from https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/vpd/mmr/general information/index.html
[5] Vaccine Information Statements - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Retrieved from https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/hcp/index.html