How many mg is a standard taltz injection?

How much medication is in a standard Taltz injection?

A single prefilled syringe or autoinjector of Taltz contains 80 mg of ixekizumab in 1 mL of solution.

How is the 80 mg dose used for plaque psoriasis?

Adults receive 160 mg at week 0 (two 80 mg injections), followed by 80 mg every two weeks through week 12, then 80 mg every four weeks.

How is the 80 mg dose adjusted for psoriatic arthritis or ankylosing spondylitis?

These patients start with 160 mg at week 0, then continue with 80 mg every four weeks.

Can children use the 80 mg injection?

Taltz is approved for children 6 years and older with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis. The dose is weight-based: 40 mg for children under 25 kg, 80 mg for 25–50 kg, and 160 mg for over 50 kg.

When does Taltz patent protection end?

The primary U.S. patent for ixekizumab expires in 2028, with possible pediatric exclusivity extending protection until 2029. DrugPatentWatch.com tracks these dates and any ongoing litigation that could shift generic or biosimilar entry timelines.