Psoriatic Arthritis
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Oral IL-23 receptor antagonist for psoriasis promising: Phase 2b study
Similar to the primary outcome of PASI 75, all treatment groups demonstrated a statistically significant dose-response in PASI 90, compared with...
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Study finds subcutaneous spesolimab reduces flares in patients with GPP
The intravenous formulation of spesolimab was approved for the treatment of GPP flares in adults by the Food and Drug Administration in September...
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For psoriasis, review finds several biosimilars as safe and effective as biologics
“The biosimilars evaluated in this study could be considered alongside originators for biologic-naive patients to improve the accessibility of...
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Does colchicine have a role in treating excess ASCVD risk in patients with chronic inflammatory conditions?
Experts in rheumatology, dermatology, and gastroenterology assess the potential of colchicine 0.5 mg to treat residual risk for atherosclerotic...
From the Journals
Methotrexate does not impair sperm quality, small study finds
The findings provide reassurance that men can start methotrexate therapy while actively pursuing parenthood.
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After Yusimry’s steep discount, little clarity on future adalimumab biosimilar pricing
SmithRx, which bills itself as “next-generation pharmacy benefits management,” announced that it will offer Yusimry to its members at a discount...
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Why not both? Dual biologics for treatment-resistant RA and PsA
Previous clinical trials of dual biologic therapies have raised safety issues, but more recent, promising findings from clinical trials and case...
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How does psoriasis affect fertility and birth outcomes?
“The mechanism to link the higher risk of pregnancy loss in patients with psoriasis is not clear,” the authors wrote.
Guidelines
EULAR PsA recommendations update emphasizes safety, nonmusculoskeletal manifestations
The update builds on 2019 recommendations and incorporates safety concerns about JAK inhibitors, advises on differential drug efficacy across...
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Cell activity in psoriasis may predict disease severity and provide clues to comorbidities
Skin samples from patients with psoriasis showed more fibroblast clusters in the upper layers of the skin in moderate to severe cases.
Commentary
A Joint Effort to Save the Joints: What Dermatologists Need to Know About Psoriatic Arthritis
Dermatologists are in a pivotal position to identify patients affected by psoriatic arthritis and start an appropriate systemic medication.