How does HUMIRA work? with Dr. Ackerman Video Transcript

WHILE THE EXACT CAUSE OF HS IS UNKNOWN, DR. ACKERMAN EXPLAINS A POSSIBLE CAUSE.

With HS, your body produces too much of a protein called TNF-alpha. This, along with other inflammatory proteins, leads to increased inflammation, which in turn can cause abscesses underneath or on the surface of your skin.

HUMIRA works by targeting and blocking TNF-alpha, thought to contribute to the symptoms of HS.

Many patients saw meaningful results. with at least a 50-percent reduction in the number of abscesses and nodules. Again, this was meaningful to the patients who suffer from moderate to severe HS.

It’s important to discuss risks and benefits.

HUMIRA can lower your ability to fight infections, including tuberculosis. Serious, sometimes fatal infections and cancers, including lymphoma, have happened; as have blood, liver, and nervous system problems, serious allergic reactions, and new or worsening heart failure. Before treatment, get tested for TB. Tell your doctor if you’ve been to areas where certain fungal infections are common, and if you’ve had TB, hepatitis B, are prone to infections, or have flu-like symptoms or sores. Don’t start HUMIRA if you have an infection.