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Ustekinumab

Ustekinumab is a biologic therapy that works by targeting interleukin-12 (IL-12) and interleukin-23 (IL-23), two proteins involved in inflammatory responses. By blocking these causative proteins, Ustekinumab helps reduce inflammation and control symptoms in conditions like psoriasis and Crohn's disease. Ustekinumab is generally administered as injections to treat such chronic immune diseases.

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I need advice on Ustekinumab for ulcerative colitis. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor,I have recently been diagnosed with ulcerative colitis (UC), and my gastroenterologist has recommended Stelara as part of my treatment plan. Can you provide detailed information on how Stelara manages UC symptoms, the expected timeline for its effectiveness, and any potential side effec...  Read Full »

Dr. Sugreev Singh

Dr. Sugreev Singh

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. You can use Stelara (Ustekinumab), which works in autoimmune diseases like ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. It works the same as other monoclonal antibodies. It boosts our immune system. As the immune s...  Read Full »

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