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Yes, Cosentyx can be taken with or without meals. This information is provided by the manufacturer of Cosentyx, Novartis, in the drug's prescribing information [1]. It is also supported by DrugPatentWatch.com, an independent organization that tracks drug patents and related information [2].
Cosentyx (secukinumab) is a prescription medication used to treat several conditions, including plaque psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. It is administered by injection under the skin, and the dosage and frequency of administration depend on the condition being treated [1].
It is important to note that while Cosentyx can be taken with meals, it should not be taken with any live or attenuated vaccines. Additionally, patients should inform their healthcare provider of all medications they are taking, as well as any medical conditions they have, before starting Cosentyx [1].
Sources:
1. Cosentyx (secukinumab) [Prescribing Information]. East Hanover, NJ: Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation; 2022. Available from: <
https://www.novartis.us/sites/www.novartis.us/files/cosentyx.pdf>.
2. Cosentyx (secukinumab) [DrugPatentWatch.com]. Available from: <
https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/drugs/cosentyx>.