Is Siliq a Biologic

This medication is used to treat plaque psoriasis. Brodalumab belongs to a class of drugs known as monoclonal antibodies. It works by blocking a certain natural protein in your body (interleukin-17A) that may cause inflammation and swelling.

What kind of drug is Siliq?

This medication is used to treat plaque psoriasis. Brodalumab belongs to a class of drugs known as monoclonal antibodies. It works by blocking a certain natural protein in your body (interleukin-17A) that may cause inflammation and swelling.

Is Siliq approved for psoriatic arthritis?

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved brodalumab (Siliq) for the treatment of adults and moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis. Brodalumab, which is administered as an injection, is a monoclonal antibody that neutralizes IL-17 receptor type A – an important cytokine in psoriatic arthritis.