Spesolimab: a comprehensive review on the anti-IL-36 receptor antibody in dermatology

Int J Dermatol. 2024 Jan;63(1):88-93. doi: 10.1111/ijd.16941. Epub 2023 Nov 29.

Abstract

Interleukin-36 (IL-36) cytokines contribute to the pathogenesis of various inflammatory skin conditions and are potential therapeutic targets. Spesolimab is a monoclonal antibody that inhibits IL-36 signaling recently approved by the Food and Drug Administration for the management of generalized pustular psoriasis flares in adults. Clinical trials are evaluating the efficacy of this monoclonal antibody in a few other dermatological conditions. Here, this review comprehensively summarizes the safety and efficacy of spesolimab treatment in various dermatological conditions.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Antibodies, Monoclonal, Humanized* / administration & dosage
  • Antibodies, Monoclonal, Humanized* / adverse effects
  • Antibodies, Monoclonal, Humanized* / pharmacokinetics
  • Antibodies, Monoclonal, Humanized* / pharmacology
  • Dermatitis / drug therapy
  • Dermatitis / genetics
  • Dermatitis / physiopathology
  • Humans
  • Interleukin-1 / metabolism
  • Skin Diseases* / drug therapy

Substances

  • Antibodies, Monoclonal, Humanized
  • spesolimab
  • interleukin 36, human
  • Interleukin-1