Ustekirel 90mg Injection contains the active substance Ustekinumab. It is a monoclonal antibody that belongs to the group of medications called interleukin inhibitors. Monoclonal antibodies are specific proteins that identify and bind to certain proteins in the body. It treats moderate to severe plaque psoriasis (skin disease with red and scaly patches on some body areas). It is used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat active psoriatic arthritis (a condition that causes joint pain, swelling, and scales on the skin) in adults. Ustekirel 90mg Injection is also indicated to treat moderate to severe Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis in adults. Both are inflammatory bowel diseases. Crohn’s disease is a condition in which the body attacks the lining of the digestive tract, causing abdominal pain, diarrhoea, weight loss, and fever. Ulcerative colitis is a condition that causes swelling and sores in the lining of the colon (large intestine) and rectum. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not take Ustekirel 90mg Injection if you are allergic to Ustekinumab or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. Do not take this medicine if you have any active infections. Inform your doctor if you recently had tuberculosis, skin diseases, allergies, or other diseases. Tell your doctor if you are taking other treatments for psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis. This medicine is not recommended for use in children under 18 years of age with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis.
Ustekirel 90mg Injection is a monoclonal antibody that binds specifically to certain signalling proteins (interleukin-12 and interleukin-23) in the body, which is involved in inflammatory and immune responses. It works by targeting, neutralising, and stopping the action of certain cells in the body that cause the symptoms of certain diseases.
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
• Severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis)
• Skin cancer
• Infections
• Lung inflammation and infection
• Heart attack
It will be given to you by a doctor or nurse in a hospital or clinic setting. It is given as an intravenous infusion (into your vein). Do not self-administer the injection. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of the treatment based on your disease severity, body weight, and other factors.
• Breast Feeding: Breastfeeding is not recommended in patients taking Ustekirel 90mg Injection because the medicine passes into the breast milk in small amounts and may harm your baby.
• Alcohol: It is unknown whether consuming alcohol is safe during the treatment with Ustekirel 90mg Injection. Inform your doctor if you are a chronic drinker.
• Liver: It is unknown whether Ustekirel 90mg Injection can be used in patients with liver disorders. Consult your doctor if you have any liver problems before starting the treatment.
• Lungs: It is unknown whether Ustekirel 90mg Injection can be used in patients with lung disorders. Consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.
• Driving: Ustekirel 90mg Injection does not affect the ability to drive. If you feel tired or dizzy after taking this medicine, do not drive and consult your doctor for more advice.
• Pregnancy: Ustekirel 90mg Injection is unsafe to administer in pregnant women because it may affect the fetus. Inform your physician if you are pregnant, suspect pregnancy, or planning to become pregnant. Using effective contraception during the treatment and for at least 15 weeks after your last dose is necessary.