How Biologics Work
Unlike systemic drugs that affect your entire immune system, biologics target specific parts of your immune system. Psoriatic biologics block a type of immune cell called a T cell or certain proteins, such as TNF-alpha or interleukins 12 and 23. These cells and proteins lead to the inflammation and overproduction of skin cells seen in psoriasis.
Medically Reviewed By: Williams, Robert, MD
Last Annual Review Date: 2012-03-28
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