TREMFYA® is the first FDA-approved medication of its kind to selectively block IL-23 for adults with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis.
WHAT IS PLAQUE PSORIASIS?
Plaque psoriasis is caused by an overactive immune system, and appears as flaky, red, or white scaly patches on your skin. No one knows how to cure it yet, but there are several treatment options that may help control it. Talk with your dermatologist to see which treatment option may be right for you.
WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF PLAQUE PSORIASIS?
The exact cause of plaque psoriasis is unknown. However, we do know that the immune system, environmental factors, and family history can all play a role. The immune system speeds up, which causes inflammation and a large number of skin cells to grow. Instead of falling off (shedding), the cells pile up on the surface of the skin, forming the psoriasis plaques.
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF PLAQUE PSORIASIS?
Plaque psoriasis appears as raised, red patches covered with a silvery white buildup of dead skin cells, or scales. These patches or plaques most often appear on the scalp, knees, elbows, and lower back. Plaque psoriasis can look and feel different for different people, depending on its severity. But here are some common symptoms of plaque psoriasis that you may notice on your skin:
If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, now’s the time to let your doctor know.
TIPS & TRICKS: SEIZE THE “HOW ARE YOU?” MOMENT WITH YOUR DOCTOR
The first question most doctors ask when you see them is “How are you?” It’s important to have a response prepared, so you can start off with a clear focus.
Having a response ready will increase your chances of achieving the goals of your visit. Be ready to share the following with your doctor as soon as you can during your visit:
- Describe the change in your plaque psoriasis (Is it spreading? Is it getting worse?)
- Emphasize the extent of coverage (Let the doctor know exactly where your plaque psoriasis is.)
- Discuss the impact plaque psoriasis has on you
START A CONFIDENT CONVERSATION WITH YOUR DOCTOR
Speaking up for yourself can be hard. That’s why we want to help you have a bolder, clearer conversation with your doctor.
TELL IT LIKE IT IS
Tell It Like It Is: Your Confident Conversation starts here
You can download a general DOCTOR DISCUSSION GUIDE by clicking the button below.
Or for a custom DOCTOR DISCUSSION GUIDE, answer the series of questions below. We’ll use your responses to make personalized talking points for your next dermatologist appointment.
RESULTS WITH TREMFYA®
In clinical studies at week 16, at least 7 out of 10 patients saw 90% clearer skin, and more than 8 out of 10 were rated clear or almost clear. Patients had improvements in symptoms of plaque psoriasis such as burning, stinging, and itching. Individual results may vary.
TREMFYA® is a 100 mg injection given under the skin as directed by your doctor at weeks 0 and 4, and then every 8 weeks.