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For the treatment of Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis: Obtain liver enzymes and bilirubin levels prior to initiating treatment with SKYRIZI. ( 2.1 , 5.4 ) Complete all age-appropriate vaccinations as recommended by current immunization guidelines ( 2.1 , 5.5 ) Recommended Dosage Plaque Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis: 150 mg administered by subcutaneous injection at Week 0, Week 4, and every 12 weeks thereafter. ( 2.3 , 2.4 ) In patients with psoriatic arthritis SKYRIZI can be administered alone or in combination with non-biologic disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs). ( 2.4 ) Crohn’s Disease: The recommended induction dosage is 600 mg administered by intravenous infusion over at least one hour at Week 0, Week 4, and Week 8. The recommended maintenance dosage is 180 mg or 360 mg administered by subcutaneous injection at Week 12, and every 8 weeks thereafter. Use the lowest effective dosage to maintain therapeutic response. ( 2.6 ) Ulcerative Colitis: The recommended induction dosage is 1,200 mg administered by intravenous infusion over at least two hours at Week 0, Week 4, and Week 8. The recommended maintenance dosage is 180 mg or 360 mg administered by subcutaneous injection at Week 12, and every 8 weeks thereafter. Use the lowest effective dosage to maintain therapeutic response. ( 2.7 ) 2.1 Procedures Prior to Treatment Initiation For the treatment of Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, obtain liver enzymes and bilirubin levels prior to initiating treatment with SKYRIZI [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] Evaluate patients for tuberculosis (TB) infection prior to initiating treatment with SKYRIZI [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] . Complete all age-appropriate vaccinations as recommended by current immunization guidelines [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )]. 2.2 General Considerations for Administration • Visually inspect SKYRIZI for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration. The solution may contain a few translucent to white particles. ○ SKYRIZI 150 mg/mL prefilled pen or prefilled syringe, 180 mg/1.2 mL prefilled syringe or prefilled cartridge, and 360 mg/2.4 mL prefilled cartridge: a colorless to yellow, and clear to slightly opalescent solution. ○ SKYRIZI 90 mg/mL prefilled syringe and 600 mg/10 mL vial: a colorless to slightly yellow, and clear to slightly opalescent solution. ○ Do not use if the solution contains large particles or is cloudy or discolored. • Discard after use. Do not reuse. 2. 3 Recommended Dosage for Plaque Psoriasis The recommended dosage is 150 mg administered by subcutaneous injection at Week 0, Week 4, and every 12 weeks thereafter. 2. 4 Recommended Dosage for Psoriatic Arthritis The recommended dosage is 150 mg administered by subcutaneous injection at Week 0, Week 4, and every 12 weeks thereafter. SKYRIZI may be administered alone or in combination with non-biologic disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs). 2. 5 Preparation and Administration Instruction s (Plaque Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis) Administer SKYRIZI 150 mg/mL prefilled pen or prefilled syringe subcutaneously. Patients may self-inject SKYRIZI after training in subcutaneous injection technique. Provide proper training to patients and/or caregivers on the subcutaneous injection technique of SKYRIZI. Before injecting, remove the carton with SKYRIZI from the refrigerator and without removing the prefilled pen or prefilled syringe from the carton, allow SKYRIZI to reach room temperature out of direct sunlight (30 to 90 minutes for the prefilled pen and 15 to 30 minutes for the prefilled syringe). Do not inject into areas where the skin is tender, bruised, erythematous, indurated or affected by psoriasis. Administration of SKYRIZI in the upper, outer arm may only be performed by a healthcare professional or caregiver. If a dose is missed, administer the dose as soon as possible. Thereafter, resume dosing at the regular scheduled time. The SKYRIZI “Instructions for Use” contai