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New Launch30 Oct 2026, 08:07 am

Sun Pharma's ILUMYA approved in US for Psoriatic Arthritis

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Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved its supplemental Biologics License Application (sBLA) for ILUMYA® (tildrakizumab-asmn). This approval expands the use of ILUMYA beyond moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis to include the treatment of adults with active psoriatic arthritis (PsA). The approval is based on positive results from the Phase 3 INSPIRE-1 and INSPIRE-2 clinical studies. ILUMYA is an IL-23 inhibitor administered by healthcare providers, offering a new treatment option for approximately 2.4 million Americans living with psoriatic arthritis. This marks a significant milestone for Sun Pharma, strengthening its portfolio in psoriatic disease management.

Key Highlights

  • FDA approves ILUMYA for active psoriatic arthritis in adults.
  • Expands Sun Pharma's psoriatic disease portfolio.
  • Based on positive INSPIRE-1 and INSPIRE-2 clinical studies.
  • Offers new treatment option for 2.4 million Americans.
  • ILUMYA is an IL-23 inhibitor administered by healthcare providers.