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Compare ACITRETIN (ACITRETIN) and BRODALUMAB (Siliq) — clinical data, side effects, and patient experiences.
ACITRETIN · Retinoid
How it works
Other agent
Approved for
Siliq · Biologic (IL-17 Inhibitor)
How it works
12.1 Mechanism of Action Brodalumab is a human monoclonal IgG2 antibody that selectively binds to human IL-17RA and inhibits its interactions with cytokines IL-17A, IL-17F, IL-17C,...
Approved for
Estimated frequency (%) based on clinical trial data
Based on 18 Reddit discussions
ACITRETIN
9%
positive
11 threads
BRODALUMAB
43%
positive
7 threads
% of discussions mentioning each side effect
11 Reddit threads analysed for ACITRETIN
Overall Sentiment
Mixed
Comparison Threads
8
Avg Post Score
6 upvotes
Most discussed side effects in community
Threads directly comparing ACITRETIN to other medications
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Hi all, Looking for some input or shared experiences from others in similar shoes. I’ve had psoriasis and PsA for several years now. Current treatment includes: * Methotrexate (MTX) – has helped, but I wouldn't call it a miracle. hasnt changed skin much, I started taking it right as a PsA flare wa
I, 25m 5'11 176lbs constantly get a sore throat all year round, get the flu at least three times a year every now and then catch a cold and almost always have a stuffy nose. I've been diagnosed with hidradenitis suppurativa (mild case treated with acitretin) and because of depression take brintelli
I see that many people here are prescribed Isotretinoin for HS than Acitretin. But from what I have read (research papers on the drugs), Acitretin seems to work better with a number of people going into remissions for 1-4 years. Have anyone been on Acitretin? I am aware that Acitretin affects infert
> **Background:** Treatment of recalcitrant warts represents a continuing therapeutic challenge. Combination therapies can help improve treatment response, decrease adverse effects, and reduce recurrence. > **Objective:** To compare the efficacy, safety and immunological effects of a combined
* [https://imgur.com/a/9qkp9IW](https://imgur.com/a/9qkp9IW) * 27 * Male * 6'2 * 180 * White * Chronic since age 13; severity drastically increased at age 21 * 80% of entire body. * Previous diagnosis of Psoriasis;More recent diagnosis of Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris. * Acitretin, 50 mg/ day I'd appre
Female, 34, have psoriasis. Take cosentyx, acitretin, iron, and birth control all by rx. Non-rx I take Xyzal. Got off 7 day cruise(family event) Monday morning. Went straight to hotel, to wait for 5am flight Tuesday. About 4pm Monday I was hit hard. Vomiting and diarrhea simultaneously(and wtf Seat
I (18 M, Indian, 180cm, 186 lbs) currently on Acitretin for psoriasis and HS for 8 months got a flare-up out of nowhere 2 days ago where my whole body turned red and started burning/itching starting from my chest and ears and gradually spreading to the whole body. It was unbearable. I have my dermat
Community discussions are sourced from public Reddit threads. Content reflects individual opinions and is not medical advice.
7 Reddit threads analysed for BRODALUMAB
Overall Sentiment
Mixed
Comparison Threads
0
Avg Post Score
5 upvotes
Most discussed side effects in community
Earlier today I was browsing Reddit and stumbled [upon a post](http://www.reddit.com/r/AskReddit/comments/33ej71/disabled_people_of_reddit_what_is_something_we_do/cqkbwu7) It made me remember all I vowed to do if I ever managed rid myself of psoriasis. To this date I’ve not yet shared a whole lot
I'm currenlty engaged in a clinical trail for a new drug called "Brodalumab", am considering doing an AMA. Is there enough interest in this to warrant the AMA? My P had taken over 80-90% of my body and is now well under 5%. It has been a life changing experience and I want to tell others of the hope
Hello folks, Apologies if this is against the rules despite my reading them, I wanted to ask if folks have any experience with Leflunomide with treating psoriatic arthritis. I'm already on Brodalumab which has completely reversed the skin side but now at 35/36 I've started getting awful joint pains
Hello everyone, I've been dealing with psoriasis for about 9 years. I've tried Methotrexate and also Accutane. The latter helped significantly at first, but eventually stopped working. Now I'm supposed to start a medication called Kyntheum (active ingredient: Brodalumab). It's a biologic. Has anyon
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I've been desperately looking into the 'cures,' making headway with recent science. As I've been going through an especially treacherous winter flare. It seems like stem cell therapies have made some profound headway in permanent remission of this disease, but unfortunately they are not legal treatm
Like the title says, I was supposed to start on Taltz but my doctor presumed that Siliq or Brodalumab would be best for me, He asked if I had any depression etc, I said I was never diagnosed but I do experience spells of depression as do anyone, I'm wondering if anyone here uses Siliq/Brodalumab an
Community discussions are sourced from public Reddit threads. Content reflects individual opinions and is not medical advice.
ACITRETIN is a Retinoid, while BRODALUMAB belongs to the Biologic (IL-17 Inhibitor) class. This means they work through different pharmacological mechanisms, which may influence both efficacy and side effect profiles. ACITRETIN is administered via Oral, whereas BRODALUMAB uses Subcutaneous. Route of administration can affect onset of action and patient adherence.
ACITRETIN carries 4 FDA warnings. BRODALUMAB carries 4 FDA warnings. Patients should discuss all warnings and contraindications with their healthcare provider before starting or switching medications..
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