Ilumya
Ilumya (tildrakizumab-asmn) is a biologic medication prescribed to treat moderate to severe plaque psoriasis. Plaque psoriasis is an autoimmune disease that primarily affects the skin.
This disease occurs when the immune system begins to attack healthy skin cells leading to plaque inflamed scaly patches that form in various locations throughout the body.
These scaly patches of skin, known as plaques will appear as red or pink patches covered with silvery scales. On dark skin, plaques can appear thicker, ranging from dark brown, purple, or light gray.
Ilumya stops the body’s excessive immune response by blocking a cytokine known as interleukin-23 (IL-23). IL-23 may be responsible for activation of interleukin-17 (IL-17) and Tumor Necrosis Factor- Alpha (TNF-Alpha).
IL-17 and TNF help fight of infection and disease, but when they are overproduced, it leads to healthy cells being attacked instead of just the bad intruder cells. Blocking IL-23 limits the activity of both IL-17 and TNF-Alpha to reduce inflammation and psoriatic lesions.
What is Ilumya?
What Does Ilumya Treat?
Moderate to severe plaque psoriasis
Upper respiratory infections
Diarrhea
Injection site reactions
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Possible Side Effects
Injection Duration
Ilumya is given as a subcutaneous injection under the skin
Given at week 0, 4, and then every 12 weeks
Injection Cycle
What to Expect During Your Infusion:
Remember to drink plenty of water so you are hydrated for your appointment.
Your nurse will review your medical history, check your vitals, and discuss any questions and potential side effects of your infusion therapy.
Your nurse will begin your infusion and monitor you closely during your treatment.
You’ll continue to be monitored for 30 minutes post your infusion to ensure there are no reactions to the therapy.
IMPORTANT: Remember to let us know of any changes in your insurance prior to your visit to ensure that we are still an in-network provider for your infusion therapy.
Why Patients Choose Flourish for Infusion Treatments
At Flourish, our mission is providing patients with expert medical care and a relaxing spa-like infusion experience. Data suggests that care at ambulatory infusion centers costs over 50% less than the same services offered at hospitals. We also increase affordability with co-pay assistance and additional financial aid programs to our patients. Our clinical model ensures a 3:1 patient to nurse ratio. Popular entertainment streaming options, high speed WiFi access, relaxing recliners, and delicious food and beverage selections pamper patients and provide them with an experience they can enjoy for hours.