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Dupixent?
My psoriasis started several months ago and is all over my body now. Mild to moderate. My doctor suggested Dupixent after topical steroids have not been successful. Is anyone on it? I would very much appreciate hearing about your experience. Thanks.
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The condition started with me in the fall of 2023 and was actually detected shortly after that. Through the discomfort and the ups and downs and various creams and ointments and prednisone cycles, I just started the Dupixent treatment December 1st with bimonthly follow ups. Prior to starting the treatment it did seem to be in a state of remission, however flare ups were anticipated and the program started. I have been told that it takes 2-3 months for Dupixent to have effect and I am now hopeful that will be the case as I approach the first month.
@camtastic
I am hoping the Dupixent works for you. I have the same condition andI am highly sensitive to the side effects of Prednisone. Dupixent is patented so I understand there is no generic. Cash price is $3500 per moth and my insurance says $1200. Still not really affordable. BIG PHARMA is greedy.
@anc50
Still to early to determine success or failure and maybe due to my age and coverage the Dupixent is affordable. The odd thing for me was that while the decision was to try the Dupixent well before the first injections my condition seemed to be in remission so now I’m not even sure how effective it is or will be. How long have you been afflicted and I agree with you that the prednisone, while definitely effective, is not a long term answer.