Mirikizumab: Can we hope for long-term UC and Crohn's remission?

Hello everyone,

How are you doing?

Exciting news for those living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD): Mirikizumab, a drug already approved for ulcerative colitis, has shown long-term effectiveness in treating Crohn’s disease as well. New studies reveal that this medication can help patients achieve and maintain remission for years, improving quality of life and easing symptoms like bowel urgency.

Some key findings include:

• 81% of ulcerative colitis patients maintained remission for up to three years.
• 87% of Crohn’s patients stayed in remission for up to five years.
• Mirikizumab provides long-term intestinal healing without relying on corticosteroids.

The drug works by targeting inflammation through the IL-23 pathway, addressing one of the key drivers of these chronic conditions.

Have you tried mirikizumab for ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s? What was your experience? How do you feel about the potential of new medications to manage IBD long-term? What other treatments have worked well for you?

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Join the discussion and share your thoughts or questions. Your insights could be incredibly helpful to others navigating IBD.

Looking forward to hearing from you!
Take care,
Somya from the Carenity Team 🌼