Novartis Published P-III (SUNSHINE) and (SUNRISE) Trials Results of Cosentyx (secukinumab) for Hidradenitis Suppurativa in The Lancet
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- The P-III (SUNSHINE) and (SUNRISE) trials evaluating Cosentyx (300mg, q2w/q4w) vs PBO in more than 1000 patients in 40 countries
- In both trials, patients treated with Cosentyx (300mg, q2w) achieved HiSCR (45.0% vs 33.7%) & (42.3% vs 31.2%) @16wks., Cosentyx (300mg, q4w) was superior to PBO (46.1% vs 31.2%) & (41.8% vs 33.7%)
- Treatment response rates continued to improve beyond the 1EPs analysis @16wk., 55% achieved a HiSCR measure @52wk., ≥60% were free of flares, and ≥50% reduction in pain. The safety results were consistent with the well-established profile of Cosentyx with no new signals & long-term efficacy & safety results were also seen who did not respond to biological therapies. The results have been submitted to regulatory authorities in the EU & US with decisions expected in 2023
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