Chinese Journal of Dermatology ›› 2023, Vol. 56 ›› Issue (2): 181-184.doi: 10.35541/cjd.20200712

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Application of the interleukin-23 inhibitor guselkumab in the treatment of psoriasis

Huang He, Zhang Xuejun   

  1. Department of Dermatology and Venereology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei 230022, China
  • Received:2020-07-13 Revised:2021-02-20 Online:2023-02-15 Published:2023-02-01
  • Contact: Zhang Xuejun E-mail:ayzxj@vip.sina.com

Abstract: 【Abstract】 Guselkumab is the first monoclonal antibody that selectively targets interleukin (IL)-23. Several randomized controlled clinical trials have demonstrated that it is highly effective and safe in the treatment of moderate to severe plaque psoriasis, and can significantly improve the quality of life of patients. This review summarizes the action mechanisms of IL-23 and guselkumab, as well as the application of guselkumab in the treatment of psoriasis.

Key words: Psoriasis, Interleukin-23, Guselkumab