STL Index for: Infliximab

Toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) is an immune-mediated, severe cutaneous adverse drug reaction characterized by epidermal detachment affecting greater than 30% body surface area.

Although biologics are well-studied, expertise regarding their use is often lacking. Many biologics have been added to the market in recent years with distinctive characteristics. This study was designed to create a tool to assist physicians involved in the care of patients with psoriasis undergoing biologic treatment.

This index covers all new skin treatments introduced in Skin Therapy Letter Dermatology Edition articles in 2020.

Update on Selumetinib capsules (Koselugo®), Crisaborole 2% ointment (Eucrisa®), Infliximab biosimilar for IV injection (Avsola™) and Baricitinib tablets (Olumiant®)

A variety of new skin treatments introduced in 2019.

This update covers Lebrikizumab SC injection (Dermira), Infliximab-axxq for IV injection (Avsola™, Amgen), Trifarotene cream 50 mcg/g (Aklief®, Galderma), Adalimumab-afzb for SC injection (Abrilada™, Pfizer), Lidocaine + tetracaine (7%/7%) local anesthetic cream (Pliaglis®, Crescita Therapeutics), Maralixibat oral solution (Mirum Pharmaceuticals), Cetirizine hydrochloride for IV injection (Quzyttir™, TerSera Therapeutics) and Minocycline foam 4% (Amzeeq™, Foamix)

A look back at skin treatments introduced in 2017 for the following type/class of therapy: Antibiotic agents, anti-cancer agents, atopic dermatitis, dermal fillers, fabry disease, hereditary angioedema, herpes zoster, hidradenitis suppurativa, psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, rosacea...

Hepatitis B virus (HBV) and hepatitis C virus (HCV) potentially impact the clinician's ability to manage patients with immunosuppressive medications such as biological therapy. In light of recent literature reviews, patients with HBV and HCV should be referred to a hepatologist.

This drug update covers Infliximab-abda for IV infusion Renflexis®, Ozenoxacin 1% cream Ozanex™, Standardized allergen extract of house dust mites sublingual tablet Acarizax®, Doxycycline hyclate immediate release tablet, and UVB Phototherapy SystemClarify™ Home Light Therapy System.

The list covers new skin treatments for Actinic Keratosis, Hemangioma, Hidradenitis Suppurativa, as well as Anti-acne Agents, Antibacterial Agents, Anti-cancer Agents, Dermal Fillers, Neuromodulator and other treatments and drugs.

In this review, we summarize the most common immunosuppressant medications currently used in dermatology, and provide recommendations for infection screening prior to initiating treatment.

This update covers Pembrolizumab IV injection (Keytruda®), Hyaluronic acid gel filler (Juvéderm Volbella® XC), Biosimilar of infliximab (Flixabi®), Ceftaroline fosamil for IV infusion (Teflaro®), Dermal filler with calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) + integral 0.3% lidocaine (Radiesse® + Lidocaine), Ixekizumab SC injection (Talz®), Adapalene gel 0.1% (Differin® Gel), C1 esterase inhibitor(human) for IV infusion (Berinert®)

Update on Betamethasone dipropionate 0.05% spray (Sernivo™), Dapsone 7.5% gel (Aczone®), Cobimetinib + vemurafenib (Cotellic™ + Zelboraf®), Botulinum toxin type A for injection (Bocouture®), Calcipotriol + betamethasone dipropionate foam (Enstilar®), (Talz®), (Inflectra™), (Pruridexin™), and (Dermadexin™)

Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic disease of the follicular unit that often leads to marked impairment of quality of life. This article reviews various treatment modalities for HS including laser, surgery, retinoids, immunosuppression, biologics, and antibiotics.

Update on Omalizumab (Xolair®), Pembrolizumab (Keytruda®), Oritavancin (Orbactiv™), and Calcipotriene 0.005% + betamethasone dipropionate 0.064% topical suspension (Taclonex®)

An overview and update of skin treatments introduced in 2013: Quick overview of drug name, indications and regulatory status. Adapalene 0.1% + benzoyl peroxide 2.5% gel (Epiduo®), Ingenol mebutate gel (0.015%, 0.05%) (Picato®), Efinaconazole 10% topical solution (Jublia®) and many other drugs are covered.

Update on Brimonidine tartrate 0.33% topical gel (Mirvaso®), Mechlorethamine gel (Valchlor™), OnabotulinumtoxinA for injection (Botox® Cosmetic), Ustekinumab (Stelara®), Certolizumab pegol (Cimzia®), Infliximab (Inflectra™), Efinaconazole 10% topical solution (Jublia®)

The exact role of biologics in the treatment of pediatric psoriasis remains undefined but evolving. This article will provide a summary of the cumulative pediatric safety and efficacy data for the anti-tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α) agents and interleukin (IL)-12 and IL-23 (IL12/23) pathway inhibitor.

Biologic compounds are being used more frequently to treat a multitude of systemic inflammatory conditions. This article discusses the increased risk of opportunistic infections of tuberculosis, herpes zoster, Legionella pneumophila, and Listeria monocytogenes.

Pregnancy is characterized by multiple physiologic changes. Herein, we review the complicated relationships between psoriasis and pregnancy.

Biologics plays an important role in treating moderate to severe psoriasis. This article looks at combination treatment with traditional systemics and topicals, and the possible benefits of this approach.

Biologic agents were introduced during the past decade as a new class of treatments for chronic psoriasis. This review will discuss data from clinical trials that have provided new insights into the efficacy, safety, and cost effectiveness of alefacept as a treatment for psoriasis.

The pemphigus variants represent a group of potentially life-threatening autoimmune mucocutaneous blistering diseases. Herein, we focus on the new and emerging therapies in the management of pemphigus.

Infliximab is monoclonal antibody targeted against human tumor necrosis factor-alpha. Dosage, side-effects, and drug interactions are discussed.

This article provides an important overview of the mechanisms and objectives in using immunobiologics to control psoriatic arthritis.

To date, the US FDA has approved three tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-a inhibitors for use in dermatology. The distinct and targeted mechanism of action of the TNF inhibitors allows dermatologists to customize therapy to match the individual needs and characteristics of patients who are candidates for systemic therapy.

An overview and update of skin conditions and treatments introduced in 2006: Quick overview of drug name, indications and regulatory status

Moderate-to-severe psoriasis is known to affect millions of people around the globe. This chronic disease substantially impacts patients by impairing their quality of life. The biologics are the newest and most effective therapeutic weapon in the treatment of moderate-to-severe psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis.

Biologics are one of the more effective and relatively safe options for long-term control of psoriasis. They have reduced the time needed to clear the signs of chronic disease, and are effective in maintaining a disease-free state for longer durations. Biologics can safely be used with other treatment modalities (i.e., methotrexate, cyclosporine, acitretin and hydroxyurea).

Skin conditions and treatments introduced in 2005 including Clindamycin Foam 1% Aluma®Skin Renewal System with FACES™, Meropenem for Injection MERREM® AstraZeneca, Moxifloxacin HCl Avelox® Bayer HealthCare Schering-Plough, Tygacycline Tygacil®, and other drugs and conditions.

Etanercept has recently been approved for the treatment of moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis at a dose of 50mg twice per week for 12 weeks followed by a maintenance dose of 50mg once weekly thereafter. Clinical studies have shown excellent efficacy and a good safety profile in patients with psoriasis.

Etanercept (Enbrel®, Amgen and Wyeth), a tumor necrosis factor (TNF) antagonist, was approved in January 2002, for the treatment of psoriatic arthritis (PsA). Etanercept was evaluated for the treatment of PsA and psoriasis in a preliminary study of 60 patients and in a confirmatory phase III study of 205 patients.