Secukinumab (IL17A) - Research Grade Biosimilar

Secukinumab (Cosentyx) is a human monoclonal antibody designed for the treatment of uveitis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and psoriasis. Secukinumab is an interleukin-17A (IL-17A) inhibitor marketed by Novartis. IL-17 is a group of proinflammatory cytokines released by cells of the immune system and and exist in higher levels in many immune conditions associated with chronic inflammation. By targeting IL-17A, secukinumab has shown excellent efficacy in psoriasis by normalizing skin histology and was approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration on January 21, 2015 to treat adults with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis.

Use a manual defrost freezer and avoid repeated freeze thaw cycles. Store at 2 to 8 ˚ C for 1-2 weeks. Store at -20 ˚ C for 12 months. Store at -80 ˚ C for long term storage.