Let's take a minute and talk about your medication.

This is Taltz. It helps to treat different autoimmune conditions such as plaque psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and certain types of spondylarthritis. Taltz works by blocking a type of inflammatory signal in your immune system. It may have other uses, too. 

Taltz is given as an injection under the skin, with a very thin needle. It is often given once every 4 weeks. You should use it exactly as your doctor tells you to. You should read the 'Instructions for Use' for full information. Before giving a dose at home, you should demonstrate an injection to your doctor, so you feel confident. Also, you will learn how to rotate injection sites and how to dispose of needles. If you still have questions, your doctor or pharmacist can help.

Most people tolerate this medicine well. Common side effects include nausea and redness or tenderness at the injection site. Respiratory and fungal infections are also common but can be serious. Tell your doctor right away if you have symptoms of an infection such as fever, chills, or muscle aches. If these or other side effects become reasons you want to stop taking this medicine, please talk to your doctor or pharmacist. 

As with any medicine, rare but more serious side effects can occur. With Taltz, this can include an increased risk for serious infections. You should read the Medication Guide to know which symptoms to watch for and when to report changes. To help keep this medicine safe for you, your doctor will follow your condition closely and may order blood tests.  
Taltz can interact with other medicines. You should always check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking other medicines or getting vaccines.  

Women should check with their doctors before becoming pregnant and before breastfeeding.
For best results with Taltz, read the Instructions for Use and Medication Guide for full information.