How often is Cosentyx injected?
Cosentyx (secukinumab) is usually injected once every week during the initial loading period, then once every 4 weeks for ongoing treatment, depending on the condition being treated.
What schedule is typical for plaque psoriasis?
For plaque psoriasis, the standard dosing is:
- Weekly injections for the first 5 weeks, then
- Every 4 weeks afterward.
What schedule is used for psoriatic arthritis?
For psoriatic arthritis, the typical approach is:
- Weekly dosing for the first 5 weeks, then
- Every 4 weeks after that.
What schedule is used for ankylosing spondylitis or non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis?
For ankylosing spondylitis and non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis, dosing commonly follows:
- Weekly injections for the first 5 weeks, then
- Every 4 weeks thereafter.
Can the injection frequency change?
Yes. Your clinician may adjust how often you take Cosentyx based on your response, tolerability, and the specific indication.
If you tell me which condition you’re using Cosentyx for (plaque psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, or non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis), I can restate the most likely schedule for that situation.