Otezla gets FDA approval for Psoriatic Arthritis

[Fred]

I saw my dermatologist today. He recommend that I try this for PsA since Stelara isn't working as well as I hoped for joint pain. Unfortunately, I would have to give up Stelara to try this. The dosing is strict and similar to birth control pills. The Approximate cost is 23000 USD yearly or approximately 12000 USD less than the standard dose of Stelara.

I can understand your reluctance to stop Stelara as I was once asked about going onto a trial and had to wait a while. It was horrible after being clear for a few years then suddenly psoriasis starts coming back when you stop, in the end I didn't go on the trial and went back on to Stelara.

In your case I would say give it a try, the Stelara is not helping you enough and you can always switch back if you want at any time.

If you do go for it please feel free to start a new thread in Prescribed Treatments For Psoriasis and share your experience as it could help others.

Good luck with you choice.