Cyltezo is expected to be more affordable than Humira, which can cost up to $9,000 a month.
Biologic drugs like Humira are often more costly because production requires living organisms.
An interchangeable biosimilar provides greater access and affordability for patients in need of these products, Bernstein tells Verywell.
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Cyltezo will be available only by prescription.
It is injected subcutaneously, just under the skin.
Dosage varies, depending on the condition for which the drug is being used.
A typical dose for treating rheumatoid arthritis, for example, is usually 40 milligrams every other week.
For some conditions, the first few doses of Cyltezo are larger than the following ones.
The dosages of Cyltezo for children are based on their weight.
Boehringer Ingelheim, the maker of Cyltezo, has not set a price for the drug yet.
Patients may also have to a higher co-pay than other drugs.
People who are taking a biologic can ask their pharmacists about whether there is a cheaper option.
Boehringer Ingelheim.Highlights of prescribing information: Cyltezo (adalimumab-adbm) injection, for subcutaneous use.
