Ustekinumab

Crohnie4Life

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Posted 2/20/2010 1:44 AM (GMT 0)

Is anyone participating in a trial study for Ustekinumab. It is a biologic that is in either phase 2b or 3. My GI said that the drug has been approved for psoriasis and it is now being checked for Crohn's. I have my first infusion on Monday and I was hoping to hear from anyone currently in the trial. Thanks

ivy6

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Posted 2/20/2010 2:31 AM (GMT 0)

You might like to do a back search of forum posts: we have had discussions about the drug in the past.

One tip: try Googling

Ustekinumab Crohn's site:healingwell.com

Good luck with your infusion on Monday. Please do let us know how it goes!

debilitated

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Posted 2/20/2010 2:52 AM (GMT 0)

Ustekinumab works on interluken 12 and 24. DOES NOT have the PML risk. It is also NOT another TNF. I like this one so far. May be another good drug.

Rider Fan

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Posted 2/20/2010 3:54 AM (GMT 0)

Good luck and let us know how you do!

80sChick

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Posted 2/20/2010 4:35 AM (GMT 0)

I was almost in a study for this but I didn't qualify! I hope it goes well...keep us posted!!

Crohnie4Life

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Posted 2/20/2010 5:17 PM (GMT 0)

Thanks for the responses. I will try to keep the boards updated!

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