How Ustekinumab Works

How a medicine actually work, it’s pathophysiology and pharmacology – in simple English with example followed by the scientific language.

Reviewed: 1 Jan 2026 • Next Review: 1 Jan 2027 • Source: FDA – SmPC – WHO • Suggest an edit

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Clinical Reviewer: S Chishti MRPharmS (UK)

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Simple English explanation with example

Reduces inflammation
Helps psoriasis and Crohn’s disease
Improves symptoms
Targets immune pathways
Example: clears skin and reduces gut inflammation

Scientific explanation

Monoclonal antibody
Targets IL-12 and IL-23
Suppresses immune response
Reduces inflammation
Used in autoimmune diseases

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