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Yes, a different medication can be prescribed instead of Cosentyx for psoriasis patients with allergies. Cosentyx, also known as secukinumab, is a biologic medication used to treat psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis [1]. However, some patients may experience allergic reactions to Cosentyx or other biologic medications.

In such cases, there are several alternative medications available for the treatment of psoriasis. These medications include other biologics such as adalimumab, ustekinumab, and guselkumab, as well as non-biologic systemic medications such as methotrexate, cyclosporine, and acitretin [2].

It is important for patients with allergies to discuss their medication options with their healthcare provider. Healthcare providers will consider several factors when selecting a medication, including the patient's medical history, the severity of their psoriasis, and the potential risks and benefits of each medication [3].

In addition, it is important for patients to be aware of the cost of each medication. Biologic medications, including Cosentyx, can be expensive, and some patients may have difficulty affording them [4]. However, there are resources available to help patients access affordable medications, including patient assistance programs offered by drug manufacturers and government-funded programs such as Medicaid and Medicare [5].

In summary, patients with allergies to Cosentyx can be prescribed alternative medications for the treatment of psoriasis. Healthcare providers will consider several factors when selecting a medication, including the patient's medical history, the severity of their psoriasis, and the potential risks and benefits of each medication. Patients should discuss their medication options with their healthcare provider and be aware of the cost of each medication.

Sources:

1. Cosentyx (secukinumab) [Internet]. Drugs.com. [cited 2023 Mar 21]. Available from: <https://www.drugs.com/cosentyx.html>.
2. Psoriasis treatment: beyond biologics [Internet]. American Academy of Dermatology. 2021 [cited 2023 Mar 21]. Available from: <https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/psoriasis/treatment/beyond-biologics>.
3. Biologic therapies for psoriasis: what dermatologists need to know [Internet]. American Academy of Dermatology. 2019 [cited 2023 Mar 21]. Available from: <https://www.aad.org/member/clinical-resources/biologic-therapies-for-psoriasis>.
4. Biologic drugs for psoriasis: what you need to know [Internet]. American Academy of Dermatology. 2021 [cited 2023 Mar 21]. Available from: <https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/psoriasis/biologics>.
5. Patient assistance programs [Internet]. DrugPatentWatch.com. [cited 2023 Mar 21]. Available from: <https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/resources/patient-assistance-programs/>.