SUMMARY  

Here is a passage from the STELARA MEDICATION GUIDE, which may be helpful to address your question:

• STELARA is a medicine that affects your immune system. STELARA can increase your risk of having serious side effects, including cancers.¹
  • STELARA may decrease the activity of your immune system and increase your risk for certain types of cancers.
  • Tell your doctor if you have ever had any type of cancer.
  • Some people who are receiving STELARA and have risk factors for skin cancer have developed certain types of skin cancers.
  • During your treatment with STELARA, tell your doctor if you develop any new skin growths.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This information is provided ONLY in response to your request and is not intended as medical advice, to promote the use of our product, or suggest using it in any manner other than as described in the PRESCRIBING INFORMATION. All decisions regarding your medical treatment should be made with your healthcare professional(s). Please contact your healthcare professional(s) to discuss the information in this response.

Please refer to the attached full PRESCRIBING INFORMATION and the MEDICATION GUIDE for STELARA.¹