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STEQEYMA

ustekinumab-stba · Injection, Solution

Prescription Biologic BLA Official labelling
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Overview

Brand name
STEQEYMA
Generic name
ustekinumab-stba
Dosage form
Injection, Solution
Route
Subcutaneous
Marketing category
BLA · BLA
Labeler
CELLTRION USA, Inc.
Product type
Human Prescription Drug
DEA schedule
Not scheduled
Active ingredients
3
NDC product codes
4
Packages
4
Data completeness
74% of corroborating sources present

Active ingredients

Source: NDC Directory
Active ingredients and strengths as listed in the NDC Directory.
Ingredient Strength RxCUI Monograph
Ustekinumab 130 mg/26mL 2700669 View
Ustekinumab 45 mg/.5mL 2700669 View
Ustekinumab 90 mg/mL 2700669 View

Forms, strengths and routes

Source: NDC Directory
Dosage form
Injection, Solution
Route of administration
Subcutaneous
Presentations
8

Pharmacologic classes are listed in the class section below.

Pharmacologic class

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Established pharmacologic classes (EPC), mechanisms of action (MoA), chemical structures (CS) and physiologic effects (PE).
Class Type Browse
Interleukin-12 Antagonist [EPC] EPC All 14 members
Interleukin-12 Antagonists [MoA] MoA All 14 members
Interleukin-23 Antagonist [EPC] EPC All 17 members
Interleukin-23 Antagonists [MoA] MoA All 17 members

Regulatory status

Source: Drugs@FDANDC Directory
Application number
761338
Application type
BLA · Biologics License Application
Approval date
December 17, 2024
Sponsor
CELLTRION, INC.
Products on application
3
Submissions recorded
5
Products approved under application 761338.
Product Trade name Form Strength Ingredient Status TE Flags
761338-001 STEQEYMA INJECTABLE USTEKINUMAB-STBA Prescription —
761338-002 STEQEYMA INJECTABLE USTEKINUMAB-STBA Prescription —
761338-003 STEQEYMA INJECTABLE USTEKINUMAB-STBA Prescription —

Approval history

Source: Drugs@FDA
Most recent submissions on application 761338.
Type No. Action Status Date Review
Supplement 7 Labeling Approved December 12, 2025 Standard
Supplement 3 Labeling Approved June 13, 2025 Standard
Original application 2 Type 2 - New Active Ingredient Approved April 30, 2025 Standard
Supplement 1 Labeling Approved April 28, 2025 Standard
Original application 1 Type 2 - New Active Ingredient Approved December 17, 2024 Standard

Review documents

  • 0 · Supplement · December 18, 2025
  • 0 · Supplement · December 15, 2025
  • 0 · Original application · October 27, 2025
  • 0 · Original application · October 27, 2025
  • 0 · Supplement · June 27, 2025
  • 0 · Supplement · June 27, 2025
  • 0 · Supplement · June 13, 2025
  • 0 · Original application · May 5, 2025
  • 0 · Supplement · May 1, 2025
  • 0 · Original application · April 30, 2025
  • 0 · Supplement · April 29, 2025
  • 0 · Original application · December 18, 2024
  • 0 · Original application · December 18, 2024

Prescribing information

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Reproduced verbatim from the Structured Product Labeling submitted to the FDA (effective 20260407). This is the manufacturer's labelling text, not a summary and not advice.

HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG · 20260407

Recent Major Changes

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Dosage and Administration ( 2.1 , 2.2 , 2.4 ) 06/2025 Warnings and Precautions Serious Hypersensitivity Reactions ( 5.5 ) 12/2025

Indications and Usage

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1. INDICATIONS AND USAGE STEQEYMA is a human interleukin-12 and -23 antagonist indicated for the treatment of: Adult patients with: moderate to severe plaque psoriasis (PsO) who are candidates for phototherapy or systemic therapy. ( 1.1 ) active psoriatic arthritis (PsA) . ( 1.2 ) moderately to severely active Crohn's disease (CD) . ( 1.3 ) moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis. ( 1.4 ) Pediatric patients 6 years and older with: moderate to severe plaque psoriasis (PsO), who are candidates for phototherapy or systemic therapy. ( 1.1 ) active psoriatic arthritis (PsA) . ( 1.2 ) 1.1. Plaque Psoriasis (PsO) STEQEYMA is indicated for the treatment of adults and pediatric patients 6 years of age and older with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis who are candidates for phototherapy or systemic therapy. 1.2. Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA) STEQEYMA is indicated for the treatment of adults and pediatric patients 6 years of age and older with active psoriatic arthritis. 1.3. Crohn's Disease (CD) STEQEYMA is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with moderately to severely active Crohn's disease. 1.4. Ulcerative Colitis STEQEYMA is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis.

Dosage and Administration

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2. DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Adult Patients with Plaque Psoriasis Subcutaneous Recommended Dosage ( 2.1 ) : Weight Range (kilograms) Dosage less than or equal to 100 kg 45 mg administered subcutaneously initially and 4 weeks later, followed by 45 mg administered subcutaneously every 12 weeks greater than 100 kg 90 mg administered subcutaneously initially and 4 weeks later, followed by 90 mg administered subcutaneously every 12 weeks Pediatric Patients 6 Years of Age and Older with Plaque Psoriasis Subcutaneous Recommended Dosage ( 2.1 ) : Weight-based dosing is recommended at the initial dose, 4 weeks later, then every 12 weeks thereafter. Weight Range (kilograms) Dose less than 60 kg 0.75 mg/kg 60 kg to 100 kg 45 mg greater than 100 kg 90 mg Psoriatic Arthritis Adult Subcutaneous Recommended Dosage ( 2.2 ) : The recommended dosage is 45 mg administered subcutaneously initially and 4 weeks later, followed by 45 mg administered subcutaneously every 12 weeks. For patients with co-existent moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis weighing greater than 100 kg, the recommended dosage is 90 mg administered subcutaneously initially and 4 weeks later, followed by 90 mg administered subcutaneously every 12 weeks. Psoriatic Arthritis Pediatric 6 Years of Age and Older Subcutaneous Recommended Dosage ( 2.2 ) : Weight-based dosing is recommended at the initial dose, 4 weeks later, then every 12 weeks thereafter. Weight Range (kilograms) Dose less than 60 kg 0.75 mg/kg 60 kg or more 45 mg greater than 100 kg with co- existent moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis 90 mg Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis Initial Adult Intravenous Recommended Dose ( 2.3 ) : A single intravenous infusion using weight- based dosing: Weight Range (kilograms) Recommended Dose up to 55 kg 260 mg (2 vials) greater than 55 kg to 85 kg 390 mg (3 vials) greater than 85 kg 520 mg (4 vials) Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis Maintenance Adult Subcutaneous Recommended Dosage ( 2.3 ) : A subcutaneous 90 mg dose 8 weeks after the initial intravenous dose, then every 8 weeks thereafter. 2.1. Recommended Dosage in Plaque Psoriasis Subcutaneous Adult Dosage Regimen For patients weighing 100 kg or less, the recommended dosage is 45 mg initially and 4 weeks later, followed by 45 mg every 12 weeks. For patients weighing more than 100 kg, the recommended dosage is 90 mg initially and 4 weeks later, followed by 90 mg every 12 weeks. In subjects weighing more than 100 kg, 45 mg was also shown to be efficacious. However, 90 mg resulted in greater efficacy in these subjects [see Clinical Studies (14) ] . Subcutaneous Pediatric Dosage Regimen Administer STEQEYMA subcutaneously at Weeks 0 and 4, then every 12 weeks thereafter. The recommended dose of STEQEYMA for pediatric patients 6 years of age and older with plaque psoriasis based on body weight is shown below (Table 1). Table 1: Recommended Dose of STEQEYMA for Subcutaneous Injection in Pediatric Patients 6 Years of Age and Older with Plaque Psoriasis Body Weight of Patient at the Time of Dosing Recommended Dose less than 60 kg 0.75 mg/kg 60 kg to 100 kg 45 mg more than 100 kg 90 mg For pediatric patients weighing less than 60 kg, the administration volume for the recommended dose (0.75 mg/kg) is shown in Table 2; withdraw the appropriate volume from the vial. Table 2: Injection volumes of STEQEYMA 45 mg/0.5 mL Vials for Pediatric Patients 6 Years of Age and Older with Plaque Psoriasis and Pediatric Patients 6 Years of Age and Older With Psoriatic Arthritis Refer to 2.2 Psoriatic Arthritis; Subcutaneous Pediatric Dosage Regimen. Weighing Less Than 60 kg Body Weight(kg) at the Time of Dosing Dose (mg) Volume of injection(mL) 15 11.3 0.12 16 12 0.13 17 12.8 0.14 18 13.5 0.15 19 14.3 0.16 20 15 0.17 21 15.8 0.17 22 16.5 0.18 23 17.3 0.19 24 18 0.2 25 18.8 0.21 26 19.5 0.22 27 20.3 0.22 28 21 0.23 29 21.8 0.24 30 22.5 0.25 31 23.3 0.26 32 24 0.27 33 24.8 0.27 34 25.5 0.28 35 26.3 0.29 36 27 0.3 37 27.8 0.31 38 28.5 0.32 39 29.3 0.32 …

Dosage Forms and Strengths

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3. DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS STEQEYMA (ustekinumab-stba) is a clear to very slightly opalescent and colorless to pale yellow solution. Subcutaneous Injection ( 3 ) Injection: 45 mg/0.5 mL or 90 mg/mL solution in a single-dose prefilled syringe Injection: 45 mg/0.5 mL solution in a single-dose vial Intravenous Infusion ( 3 ) Injection: 130 mg/26 mL (5 mg/mL) solution in a single-dose vial ( 3 ) Subcutaneous Injection Injection: 45 mg/0.5 mL or 90 mg/mL solution in a single-dose prefilled syringe Injection: 45 mg/0.5 mL solution in a single-dose vial Intravenous Infusion Injection: 130 mg/26 mL (5 mg/mL) solution in a single-dose vial

Contraindications

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4. CONTRAINDICATIONS STEQEYMA is contraindicated in patients with clinically significant hypersensitivity to ustekinumab products or to any of the excipients in STEQEYMA [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ]. Clinically significant hypersensitivity to ustekinumab products or to any of the excipients in STEQEYMA. ( 4 )

Warnings and Cautions

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5. WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Infections : Serious infections have occurred. Avoid starting STEQEYMA during any clinically important active infection. If a serious infection or clinically significant infection develops, discontinue STEQEYMA until the infection resolves. ( 5.1 ) Theoretical Risk for Particular Infections : Serious infections from mycobacteria, salmonella, and Bacillus Calmette-Guerin (BCG) vaccinations have been reported in patients genetically deficient in IL-12/IL-23. Consider diagnostic tests for these infections as dictated by clinical circumstances. ( 5.2 ) Tuberculosis (TB) : Evaluate patients for TB prior to initiating treatment with STEQEYMA. Initiate treatment of latent TB before administering STEQEYMA. ( 5.3 ) Malignancies : Ustekinumab products may increase risk of malignancy. The safety of ustekinumab products in patients with a history of or a known malignancy has not been evaluated. ( 5.4 ) Serious Hypersensitivity Reactions : If a severe or other clinically significant hypersensitivity reaction occurs, discontinue STEQEYMA immediately and initiate appropriate medical treatment. ( 5.5 ) Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome (PRES) : If PRES is suspected, treat promptly, and discontinue STEQEYMA. ( 5.6 ) Immunizations : Avoid use of live vaccines in patients during treatment with STEQEYMA. ( 5.7 ) Noninfectious Pneumonia : Cases of interstitial pneumonia, eosinophilic pneumonia, and cryptogenic organizing pneumonia have been reported during post-approval use of ustekinumab products. If diagnosis is confirmed, discontinue STEQEYMA and institute appropriate treatment. ( 5.8 ) 5.1. Infections Ustekinumab products may increase the risk of infections and reactivation of latent infections. Serious bacterial, mycobacterial, fungal, and viral infections were observed in patients receiving ustekinumab products [see Adverse Reactions (6.1 , 6.3) ] . Serious infections requiring hospitalization, or otherwise clinically significant infections, reported in clinical trials included the following: Plaque Psoriasis : diverticulitis, cellulitis, pneumonia, appendicitis, cholecystitis, sepsis, osteomyelitis, viral infections, gastroenteritis, and urinary tract infections. Psoriatic arthritis : cholecystitis. Crohn's disease : anal abscess, gastroenteritis, ophthalmic herpes zoster, pneumonia, and listeria meningitis. Ulcerative colitis : gastroenteritis, ophthalmic herpes zoster, pneumonia, and listeriosis. Avoid initiating treatment with STEQEYMA in patients with any clinically important active infection until the infection resolves or is adequately treated. Consider the risks and benefits of treatment prior to initiating use of STEQEYMA in patients with a chronic infection or a history of recurrent infection. Instruct patients to seek medical advice if signs or symptoms suggestive of an infection occur while on treatment with STEQEYMA and discontinue STEQEYMA for serious or clinically significant infections until the infection resolves or is adequately treated. 5.2. Theoretical Risk for Vulnerability to Particular Infections Individuals genetically deficient in IL-12/IL-23 are particularly vulnerable to disseminated infections from mycobacteria (including nontuberculous, environmental mycobacteria), salmonella (including nontyphi strains), and Bacillus Calmette-Guerin (BCG) vaccinations. Serious infections and fatal outcomes have been reported in such patients. It is not known whether patients with pharmacologic blockade of IL-12/IL-23 from treatment with ustekinumab products may be susceptible to these types of infections. Consider appropriate diagnostic testing (e.g., tissue culture, stool culture, as dictated by clinical circumstances). 5.3. Pre-treatment Evaluation for Tuberculosis Evaluate patients for tuberculosis infection prior to initiating treatment with STEQEYMA. Avoid administering STEQEYMA to patients with active tuberculosis infection. Initiate treatment of latent tuberculosis prior to administe …

Adverse Reactions

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6. ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions are discussed elsewhere in the label: Infections [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Malignancies [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Serious Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome (PRES) [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] Noninfectious Pneumonia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8) ] Most common adverse reactions are: Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis (≥3%) : nasopharyngitis, upper respiratory tract infection, headache, and fatigue. ( 6.1 ) Crohn's Disease, induction (≥3%) : vomiting. ( 6.1 ) Crohn's Disease, maintenance (≥3%) : nasopharyngitis, injection site erythema, vulvovaginal candidiasis/mycotic infection, bronchitis, pruritus, urinary tract infection, and sinusitis. ( 6.1 ) Ulcerative colitis, induction (≥3%) : nasopharyngitis ( 6.1 ) Ulcerative colitis, maintenance (≥3%) : nasopharyngitis, headache, abdominal pain, influenza, fever, diarrhea, sinusitis, fatigue, and nausea ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact CELLTRION USA, Inc. at 1-800-560-9414 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 6.1. Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. Adult Subjects with Plaque Psoriasis The safety data reflect exposure to ustekinumab in 3117 adult subjects with plaque psoriasis, including 2414 exposed for at least 6 months, 1855 exposed for at least one year, 1653 exposed for at least two years, 1569 exposed for at least three years, 1482 exposed for at least four years and 838 exposed for at least five years. Table 5 summarizes the adverse reactions that occurred at a rate of at least 1% with higher rates in the ustekinumab groups during the placebo-controlled period of Ps STUDY 1 and Ps STUDY 2 [see Clinical Studies (14) ] . Table 5: Adverse Reactions, Reported by ≥1% of Subjects with Plaque Psoriasis and at Higher Rates in the ustekinumab groups through Week 12 in Ps STUDY 1 and Ps STUDY 2 Ustekinumab Placebo 45 mg 90 mg Subjects treated 665 664 666 Nasopharyngitis 51 (8%) 56 (8%) 49 (7%) Upper respiratory tract infection 30 (5%) 36 (5%) 28 (4%) Headache 23 (3%) 33 (5%) 32 (5%) Fatigue 14 (2%) 18 (3%) 17 (3%) Back pain 8 (1%) 9 (1%) 14 (2%) Dizziness 8 (1%) 8 (1%) 14 (2%) Pharyngolaryngeal pain 7 (1%) 9 (1%) 12 (2%) Pruritus 9 (1%) 10 (2%) 9 (1%) Injection site erythema 3 (<1%) 6 (1%) 13 (2%) Myalgia 4 (1%) 7 (1%) 8 (1%) Depression 3 (<1%) 8 (1%) 4 (1%) Adverse reactions that occurred at rates less than 1% in the controlled period of Ps STUDIES 1 and 2 through week 12 included: cellulitis, herpes zoster, diverticulitis, and certain injection site reactions (pain, swelling, pruritus, induration, hemorrhage, bruising, and irritation). One case of PRES occurred during clinical trials in adult subjects with plaque psoriasis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] . Infections In the placebo-controlled period of clinical trials of subjects with plaque psoriasis (average follow-up of 12.6 weeks for subjects receiving placebo and 13.4 weeks for ustekinumab-treated subjects), 27% of ustekinumab-treated subjects reported infections (1.39 per patient-years of follow-up) compared with 24% of subjects receiving placebo (1.21 per patient-years of follow-up). Serious infections occurred in 0.3% of ustekinumab-treated subjects (0.01 per patient-years of follow-up) and in 0.4% of subjects receiving placebo (0.02 per patient-year of follow-up) [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . In the controlled and non-controlled portions of clinical trials in subjects with plaque psoriasis (median follow-up of 3.2 years), representing 8998 patient-years of exposure, 72.3% of ustekinumab-treated subjects reported infections (0.87 per patient-years of foll …

Drug Interactions

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7. DRUG INTERACTIONS 7.1. Concomitant Therapies In trials in subjects with plaque psoriasis the safety of ustekinumab products in combination with immunosuppressive agents or phototherapy has not been evaluated. In trials in subjects with psoriatic arthritis, concomitant MTX use did not appear to influence the safety or efficacy of ustekinumab. In trials in subjects with Crohn's disease (CD-1 and CD-2) and ulcerative colitis (UC-1), immunomodulators (6-MP, AZA, MTX) were used concomitantly in approximately 30% of subjects and corticosteroids were used concomitantly in approximately 40% and 50% of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis subjects, respectively. Use of these concomitant therapies did not appear to influence the overall safety or efficacy of ustekinumab. 7.2. CYP450 Substrates The formation of CYP450 enzymes can be suppressed by increased levels of certain cytokines (e.g., IL-1, IL-6, TNFα, IFN) during chronic inflammation. Thus, use of ustekinumab products, antagonists of IL-12 and IL-23, could normalize the formation of CYP450 enzymes. Upon initiation or discontinuation of STEQEYMA in patients who are receiving concomitant CYP450 substrates, particularly those with a narrow therapeutic index, consider monitoring for therapeutic effect or drug concentration and adjust the individual dosage of the CYP substrate as needed. See the prescribing information of specific CYP substrates. A CYP-mediated drug interaction effect was not observed in subjects with Crohn's disease [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . 7.3. Allergen Immunotherapy Ustekinumab products have not been evaluated in patients who have undergone allergy immunotherapy. Ustekinumab products may decrease the protective effect of allergen immunotherapy (decrease tolerance) which may increase the risk of an allergic reaction to a dose of allergen immunotherapy. Therefore, caution should be exercised in patients receiving or who have received allergen immunotherapy, particularly for anaphylaxis.

Use in Specific Populations

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8. USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS 8.1. Pregnancy Risk Summary Available data from the Organization of Teratology Information Specialists (OTIS)/MotherToBaby Pregnancy Registry, published literature and pharmacovigilance in pregnant women have not identified a ustekinumab-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or other adverse maternal or fetal outcomes ( see Data ). There are risks to the mother and the fetus associated with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in pregnancy. In animal reproductive and developmental toxicity studies, no adverse developmental effects were observed in offspring after administration of ustekinumab to pregnant monkeys at exposures greater than 100 times the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD). All pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage of clinically recognized pregnancies is 2% to 4% and 15% to 20%, respectively. Clinical Considerations Disease-associated Maternal and Embryo/Fetal Risk Published data suggest that the risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes in women with IBD is associated with increased disease activity. Adverse pregnancy outcomes include preterm delivery (before 37 weeks of gestation), low birth weight (less than 2500 g) infants, and small for gestational age at birth. Fetal/Neonatal Adverse Reactions Transport of endogenous IgG antibodies across the placenta increases as pregnancy progresses, and peaks during the third trimester. Therefore, ustekinumab products may be present in infants exposed in utero . The potential clinical impact of ustekinumab product exposure in infants exposed in utero should be considered. Data Human Data An observational pregnancy registry conducted by (OTIS)/MotherToBaby in the U.S. and Canada (enrollment between 2013 and 2019) assessed the risk of major birth defects, pattern of major and minor anomalies in live-born infants, miscarriage, and adverse infant outcomes in women with ustekinumab exposure. In the registry study, there were 101 participants and 107 pregnancies with exposure to ustekinumab (88 prospective; 19 retrospective). Most participants had a primary indication of CD (65.4%) or psoriasis (30.8%). The pregnancy registry did not identify a ustekinumab-associated risk of major birth defects, pattern of major or minor anomalies, increased risk of miscarriage or adverse infant outcomes. Methodological limitations of the registry include small sample size, lack of an internal comparison group, a mix of prospective and retrospective reports, and unmeasured confounders. The conclusions from the pregnancy registry were consistent with the published literature and pharmacovigilance. Animal Data Ustekinumab was tested in two embryo-fetal development toxicity studies in cynomolgus monkeys. No teratogenic or other adverse developmental effects were observed in fetuses from pregnant monkeys that were administered ustekinumab subcutaneously twice weekly or intravenously weekly during the period of organogenesis. Serum concentrations of ustekinumab in pregnant monkeys were greater than 100 times the serum concentration in patients treated subcutaneously with 90 mg of ustekinumab weekly for 4 weeks. In a combined embryo-fetal development and pre- and post-natal development toxicity study, pregnant cynomolgus monkeys were administered subcutaneous doses of ustekinumab twice weekly at exposures greater than 100 times the MRHD from the beginning of organogenesis to Day 33 after delivery. Neonatal deaths occurred in the offspring of one monkey administered ustekinumab at 22.5 mg/kg and one monkey dosed at 45 mg/kg. No ustekinumab-related-effects on functional, morphological, or immunological development were observed in the neonates from birth through six months of age. 8.2. Lactation Risk Summary Limited data from published literature suggests that ustekinumab is present in human breast milk. There are no av …

Mechanism of Action

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12.1. Mechanism of Action Ustekinumab products are human IgG1қ monoclonal antibodies that bind with specificity to the p40 protein subunit used by both the IL-12 and IL-23 cytokines. IL-12 and IL-23 are naturally occurring cytokines that are involved in inflammatory and immune responses, such as natural killer cell activation and CD4+ T-cell differentiation and activation. In in vitro models, ustekinumab products were shown to disrupt IL-12 and IL-23 mediated signaling and cytokine cascades by disrupting the interaction of these cytokines with a shared cell-surface receptor chain, IL-12Rβ1. The cytokines IL-12 and IL-23 have been implicated as important contributors to the chronic inflammation that is a hallmark of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. In animal models of colitis, genetic absence or antibody blockade of the p40 subunit of IL-12 and IL-23, the target of ustekinumab products, was shown to be protective.

Description

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11. DESCRIPTION Ustekinumab-stba, a human IgG1κ monoclonal antibody, is a human interleukin-12 and -23 antagonist. Using DNA recombinant technology, ustekinumab-stba is produced in a Chinese Hamster Ovary (CHO) cell line. The manufacturing process contains steps for the clearance of viruses. Ustekinumab-stba is comprised of 1326 amino acids and has an estimated molecular mass that ranges from 148,079 to 149,690 Daltons. STEQEYMA (ustekinumab-stba) injection is a sterile, preservative-free, clear to very slightly opalescent, and colorless to pale yellow solution with pH of 5.7. STEQEYMA for Subcutaneous Use Available as 45 mg of ustekinumab-stba in 0.5 mL and 90 mg of ustekinumab-stba in 1 mL, supplied as a sterile solution in a single-dose prefilled syringe with a 27 gauge fixed 1⁄2 inch needle and as 45 mg of ustekinumab-stba in 0.5 mL in a single-dose vial with a rubber stopper. The syringe is fitted with a needle safety guard and a needle cover. Each 0.5 mL prefilled syringe or vial delivers 45 mg ustekinumab-stba, histidine (0.18 mg), L-histidine monohydrochloride monohydrate (0.46 mg), polysorbate 80 (0.02 mg), sucrose (38 mg), and Water for Injection. Each 1 mL prefilled syringe delivers 90 mg ustekinumab-stba, histidine (0.36 mg), L-histidine monohydrochloride monohydrate (0.91 mg), polysorbate 80 (0.04 mg), sucrose (76 mg), and Water for Injection. STEQEYMA for Intravenous Infusion Available as 130 mg of ustekinumab-stba in 26 mL, supplied as a single-dose 30 mL Type I glass vial with a coated stopper. Each 26 mL vial delivers 130 mg ustekinumab-stba, edetate disodium (0.47 mg), histidine (9.36 mg), L-histidine monohydrochloride monohydrate (23.66 mg), methionine (10.56 mg), polysorbate 80 (10.37 mg), sucrose (1,976 mg), and Water for Injection.

10. OVERDOSAGE Single doses up to 6 mg/kg intravenously have been administered in clinical trials without dose-limiting toxicity. In case of overdosage, monitor the patient for any signs or symptoms of adverse reactions or effects and institute appropriate symptomatic treatment immediately. Consider contacting the Poison Help line 1-800-222-1222 or a medical toxicologist for additional overdose management recommendations.

How Supplied / Storage and Handling

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16. HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING STEQEYMA (ustekinumab-stba) injection is a sterile, preservative-free, clear to very slightly opalescent, and colorless to pale yellow solution. It is supplied as individually packaged, single-dose prefilled syringes or single-dose vials. For Subcutaneous Use Prefilled Syringes 45 mg/0.5 mL (NDC 72606-027-01) 90 mg/mL (NDC 72606-028-01) Each prefilled syringe is equipped with a 27-gauge fixed 1⁄2 inch needle, a needle safety guard, and a needle cover that is not made with natural rubber latex. Single-dose Vial 45 mg/0.5 mL (NDC 72606-060-01) For Intravenous Infusion Single-dose Vial 130 mg/26 mL (5 mg/mL) (NDC 72606-029-01) Storage and Stability Store STEQEYMA vials and prefilled syringes refrigerated between 2oC to 8oC (36oF to 46oF). Store STEQEYMA vials upright. Keep the product in the original carton to protect from light until the time of use. Do not freeze. Do not shake. Prefilled Syringes If needed, individual pre-filled syringes may be stored at room temperature up to 25°C (77°F) for a maximum single period of up to 31 days in the original carton to protect from light. Record the date when the pre-filled syringe is first removed from the refrigerator on the carton in the space provided. At any time before the end of this period at room temperature, a pre-filled syringe can be returned to the refrigerator once up to the original expiration date. Discard the pre-filled syringe if not used within 31 days at room temperature storage. Do not use STEQEYMA after the expiration date on the carton or on the prefilled syringe. Single-dose Vial If needed, individual vials may be stored at room temperature up to 30°C (86°F) for a maximum single period of up to 15 days in the original carton to protect from light. Record the date when the vial is first removed from the refrigerator on the carton in the space provided. Once a vial has been stored at room temperature, do not return to the refrigerator. Discard the vial if not used within 15 days at room temperature storage. Do not use STEQEYMA after the expiration date on the carton or on the vial.

Adverse event reports

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102,265
FAERS reports mentioning this drug
as of 2026-09-25T03:42:24+00:00
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Attributed to this product's most-reported active ingredient: USTEKINUMAB. Combination products with more than six active ingredients are not attributed, because a report count summed across a long ingredient list measures the list, not the medicine.

Packaging and NDCs

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Package NDC Product NDC Labeler Description Marketing start
72606-027-01 72606-027 CELLTRION USA, Inc. 1 SYRINGE in 1 CARTON (72606-027-01) / .5 mL in 1 SYRINGE March 12, 2025
72606-028-01 72606-028 CELLTRION USA, Inc. 1 SYRINGE in 1 CARTON (72606-028-01) / 1 mL in 1 SYRINGE March 12, 2025
72606-029-01 72606-029 CELLTRION USA, Inc. 1 VIAL, SINGLE-USE in 1 CARTON (72606-029-01) / 26 mL in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-USE March 12, 2025
72606-060-01 72606-060 CELLTRION USA, Inc. 1 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE in 1 CARTON (72606-060-01) / .5 mL in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE April 13, 2026
72606-027 72606-027 CELLTRION USA, Inc. — March 12, 2025
72606-028 72606-028 CELLTRION USA, Inc. — March 12, 2025
72606-029 72606-029 CELLTRION USA, Inc. — March 12, 2025
72606-060 72606-060 CELLTRION USA, Inc. — April 13, 2026

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