- If you are allergic to the active ingredient of SKYRIZI (risankizumab) or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in the Product details section of the Consumer Medicine Information).
- If you have an active infection which your doctor thinks is important.
- After the expiry date printed on the pack.
Talk to your specialist before and during the use of SKYRIZI if:
- You currently have an infection or if you have an infection that keeps coming back.
- You have or have had tuberculosis (TB).
- You have recently received or plan to receive an immunisation (vaccine).
You should not be given certain types of vaccines while using SKYRIZI.
Let your doctor know that you are using SKYRIZI before any vaccinations.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
If you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before using this medicine. This is because it is not known how this medicine will affect the baby. If you become pregnant while using SKYRIZI, tell your doctor immediately.
What you may expect from SKYRIZI treatment
How fast will you see improvement in your symptoms?
Some people can see a difference in their symptoms after 4 weeks of treatment (4 weeks after your first dose), others may need to wait longer. If you stop treatment, or miss any doses, your symptoms may come back. Your doctor will conduct an assessment of your symptoms after at least 12 weeks of SKYRIZI treatment to determine your response.1,2
How will your specialist be involved in your ongoing treatment eligibility?
SKYRIZI is a specialised medicine and Medicare is required to check that you are eligible for PBS-subsidised treatment before they approve your prescription.
Your specialist will continue to make sure you have shown improvement in your symptoms.3 They will assess your skin using a scale called the Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (PASI). This is a numerical scale that measures how severe your psoriasis is and how much of your body is affected.3
AbbVie Care – SKYRIZI patient support program
AbbVie Care complements the care and support you receive from your specialist. By enrolling in the AbbVie Care program you will get access to a range of practical tools and services to help you on your treatment journey.
