Biological Injections
Biological injections
Biologicals
A Game Changer for Chronic Skin Conditions
For years, people suffering from chronic skin conditions like
- Psoriasis,
- Eczema,
- Urticaria and
- ImmunoBullous disorders
had limited treatment options— steroids and other immunosuppressants, which often came with serious side effects on long term.
Now, biologics are transforming dermatology by offering a more targeted and effective approach.
What Are Biologics?
Biologics are advanced medications made from living cells that target specific parts of the immune system responsible for skin inflammation. Unlike traditional treatments that suppress the immune system broadly, biologics focus on the exact cause of the disease, leading to better results with fewer side effects.
Which Skin Conditions Can Be Treated with Biologics?
Biologics are used for several chronic skin diseases, including:
1. Psoriasis & Psoriatic Arthritis
- Biologics have revolutionized the treatment of psoriasis and its complications. It has become the first line treatment in many institutions and countries.
Examples: Adalimumab, Ustekinumab, Secukinumab.
2. Chronic Urticaria (Hives)
- For those suffering from constant itchy welts, the biological Omalizumab ( biologic against IgE ) can significantly reduce symptoms with sustained effects.
3. Pemphigus Vulgaris (Blistering Skin Disease)
- This rare but serious condition causes painful blisters. Rituximab is an effective biologic that targets the immune cells responsible for this disease.
Why Choose Biologics?
Targeted Treatment: Unlike steroids, biologics focus only on the specific immune response causing the skin condition.
Long-Lasting Effects: Some biologics are given once a month or even less frequently, improving convenience.
Fewer Side Effects: Because biologics don’t suppress the entire immune system, the risk of infections and long-term complications is lower than with traditional immunosuppressants.
Biologics are a revolutionary step forward in treating chronic skin conditions that once seemed untreatable. If you’ve been struggling with psoriasis, urticaria, or similar diseases that are immunologically driven, and traditional treatments haven’t worked, it may be time to discuss biologics with your dermatologist.
We at Reflect Skin & Hair Clinic are proud to be one of the few centers in Coimbatore equipped to provide biologics safely and effectively. Many of our patients have experienced excellent results, achieving healthier skin and improved quality of life.