New SPECTREM study findings reveal TREMFYA® (guselkumab) effectively clears overlooked and undertreated plaque psoriasis
Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ) announced positive results from the Phase 3b SPECTREM study of TREMFYA® in treating low body surface area plaque psoriasis with special site involvement. The study showed that 74.2% of TREMFYA®-treated patients achieved clear or almost clear skin compared to 12.4% for placebo. Significant clearance was demonstrated across all special sites including scalp, face, intertriginous areas, and genitals. The company also launched the TREMFYA® Clearance Photo Library, featuring before and after treatment photographs from the Phase 3b VISIBLE study to enhance clinical decision-making for patients across all skin tones.
Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ) ha annunciato risultati positivi dallo studio SPECTREM di Fase 3b su TREMFYA® nel trattamento della psoriasi a placche con bassa superficie corporea e coinvolgimento di siti speciali. Lo studio ha dimostrato che il 74,2% dei pazienti trattati con TREMFYA® ha ottenuto una pelle chiara o quasi chiara rispetto al 12,4% del placebo. Una significativa riduzione è stata evidenziata in tutti i siti speciali, inclusi cuoio capelluto, viso, aree intertriginose e genitali. L'azienda ha anche lanciato la Biblioteca Fotografica per la Clearing di TREMFYA®, che presenta fotografie prima e dopo il trattamento dallo studio VISIBLE di Fase 3b per migliorare la decision-making clinica per i pazienti di tutti i toni della pelle.
Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ) anunció resultados positivos del estudio SPECTREM de Fase 3b de TREMFYA® en el tratamiento de la psoriasis en placas con baja superficie corporal y con compromiso de sitios especiales. El estudio mostró que el 74,2% de los pacientes tratados con TREMFYA® lograron una piel clara o casi clara frente al 12,4% del grupo placebo. Se demostró una mejora significativa en todos los sitios especiales, incluyendo el cuero cabelludo, la cara, áreas intertriginosas y genitales. La compañía también lanzó la Biblioteca Fotográfica de Clearing de TREMFYA®, que presenta fotografías del antes y después del tratamiento del estudio VISIBLE de Fase 3b para mejorar la toma de decisiones clínicas para pacientes de todos los tonos de piel.
존슨앤존슨 (NYSE: JNJ)은 TREMFYA®의 3b기 SPECTREM 연구에서 저체표면적 플라크 건선을 특별한 부위에서 치료한 긍정적인 결과를 발표했습니다. 이 연구에서는 TREMFYA® 치료를 받은 환자의 74.2%가 위약의 12.4%에 비해 피부가 깨끗하거나 거의 깨끗한 결과를 나타냈습니다. 두피, 얼굴, 접촉 부위, 생식기를 포함한 모든 특별한 부위에서 유의미한 치료 효과가 입증되었습니다. 또한, 회사는 모든 피부 톤의 환자를 위한 임상 결정에 도움을 주기 위해 TREMFYA® 치료 전후 사진 라이브러리를 출시했습니다.
Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ) a annoncé des résultats positifs de l'étude SPECTREM de Phase 3b de TREMFYA® dans le traitement du psoriasis en plaques avec une faible surface corporelle et des sites spéciaux impliqués. L'étude a montré que 74,2 % des patients traités avec TREMFYA® ont obtenu une peau claire ou presque claire, contre 12,4 % pour le placebo. Une diminution significative a été observée dans tous les sites spéciaux, y compris le cuir chevelu, le visage, les zones intertrigineuses et les organes génitaux. L'entreprise a également lancé la Bibliothèque Photographique TEMRFYA®, présentant des photographies avant et après traitement issues de l'étude VISIBLE de Phase 3b pour améliorer la prise de décision clinique pour les patients de tous les tons de peau.
Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ) gab positive Ergebnisse aus der Phase 3b Studie SPECTREM zu TREMFYA® bekannt, die zur Behandlung von plaque Psoriasis mit geringer Körperoberfläche und besonderen betroffenen Stellen durchgeführt wurde. Die Studie zeigte, dass 74,2 % der mit TREMFYA® behandelten Patienten eine klare oder nahezu klare Haut erreichten, während es bei der Placebogruppe nur 12,4 % waren. Eine signifikante Abheilung wurde an allen speziellen Stellen, einschließlich Kopfhaut, Gesicht, intertriginösen Bereichen und Genitalien, nachgewiesen. Das Unternehmen hat zudem die TREMFYA® Clearing Foto Bibliothek auf den Markt gebracht, die Vorher-Nachher-Fotos aus der Phase 3b VISIBLE Studie zeigt, um die klinische Entscheidungsfindung für Patienten mit allen Hauttönen zu verbessern.
- 74.2% of patients achieved clear or minimal disease vs 12.4% for placebo
- High clearance rates across special sites: scalp (75.0%), face (87.8%), intertriginous (86.5%), genital (78.0%)
- 52.9% of patients achieved PASI 90 response vs 6.2% for placebo
- 48.9% of treated patients achieved DLQI scores of 0/1 vs 3.5% for placebo
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Insights
The SPECTREM Phase 3b study results demonstrate significant clinical efficacy for TREMFYA in treating low BSA psoriasis with special site involvement, representing a potential paradigm shift in treatment approach. The data shows
The study addresses an important unmet need, as these patients are often undertreated despite significant quality-of-life impact. The robust efficacy data, combined with consistent safety profile and quality-of-life improvements (DLQI scores 0/1 in
The launch of the TREMFYA Clearance Photo Library also addresses critical gaps in dermatological resources for patients with darker skin tones, potentially expanding market reach and improving diagnosis rates in underserved populations.
First-of-its-kind Phase 3b study shows TREMFYA® achieved statistical significance across all primary and secondary endpoints in low body surface area psoriasis with special site involvement
Johnson & Johnson launches library of clinical images from Phase 3b VISIBLE study to enhance clinical decision making for people across all skin tones living with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis
"People who have special site plaque psoriasis with lesions that cover a smaller total area of their body are often only prescribed topical treatments and not considered candidates for advanced therapies, as treatment decisions are often driven by body surface area coverage and not symptomatic burden," said Linda Stein Gold, MD, Director of Dermatology Clinical Research at Henry Ford Health, and SPECTREM investigator. "Results of the SPECTREM study could represent a new approach to care for patients with low body surface area psoriasis, as the majority of patients treated with TREMFYA achieved clear or almost clear skin."
SPECTREM Week 16 Results Show High Levels of Skin Clearance
A significantly greater proportion of patients who received TREMFYA® achieved the primary endpoint of an Investigator's Global Assessment (IGA) score of cleared (0) or minimal disease (1) compared to those who received placebo (
Results Demonstrate High Levels of Skin Clearance in Patients with Special Site Involvement2,3,4
- Significant clearance (defined as site-specific IGA 0/1 response) versus placebo at Week 16: scalp (
75.0% versus14.5% ), face (87.8% versus28.6% ), intertriginous (86.5% versus28.8% ) and genital (78.0% versus37.5% ) (all comparisons p<0.001). - Complete clearance of each special site was consistently achieved in the majority of patients who received TREMFYA® versus placebo: scalp (
60.3% versus9.3% ), face (75.7% versus23.9% ), intertriginous (76.6% versus24.2% ) and genital (72.7% versus32.7% ).
Statistically significant improvements were also achieved across all major secondary endpoints, including:
52.9% achieved a Psoriasis Area Severity Index (PASI) 90 response compared to6.2% of participants who received placebo (p<0.001).- The average patient saw over
80% improvement from baseline for both BSA and PASI compared to those who received placebo (80.6% versus6.1% and82.6% versus13.7% , respectively; p<0.001).
Participants Report Improved Quality of Life Impact After Three Doses of TREMFYA®5
- A greater proportion of TREMFYA®-treated patients achieved:
- Dermatology Life Quality Index (DLQI) scores of 0/1 compared to patients receiving placebo (
48.9% versus3.5% ). - A 4-point greater improvement from baseline in Psoriasis Symptoms and Signs Diary (PSSD) itch compared to placebo (
62.7% versus12.5% ).
- Dermatology Life Quality Index (DLQI) scores of 0/1 compared to patients receiving placebo (
The overall safety in the SPECTREM study was consistent with the established TREMFYA® safety profile.
TREMFYA® Clearance Photo Library Debuts
Beginning today, healthcare providers will have access to the TREMFYA® Clearance Photo Library, an expansive, longitudinal library of before and after treatment photographs from the Phase 3b VISIBLE study. The online resource enables patient images to be filtered based on clinical characteristics, such as disease severity, areas of involvement, and clearance outcomes across all skin tones.
Currently, only 4
"The results from this study are aligned with our commitment to elevate the standard of care for the millions of adults impacted by moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis, many of whom are currently overlooked and undertreated," said Brandee Pappalardo, PhD, MPH, Vice President of Dermatology and Rheumatology Medical Affairs, Immunology, Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine. "The positive SPECTREM data and TREMFYA Clearance Photo Library both reinforce the significance of TREMFYA as the only biologic treatment to demonstrate robust and clinically significant data across a broad range of patients, including those with low body surface area or special site plaque psoriasis, as well as patients of color."
Editor's Notes:
a. TREMFYA® is a biologic therapy approved for adult patients with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis who may benefit from taking injections or pills (systemic therapy) or phototherapy (treatment using ultraviolet light), for the treatment of adult patients with active psoriatic arthritis (PsA), and for adults with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis.
b. Dr. Stein Gold is a paid consultant for Johnson & Johnson. She has not been compensated for any media work.
About Plaque Psoriasis (PsO)
Plaque PsO is an immune-mediated disease resulting in overproduction of skin cells, which causes inflamed, scaly plaques that may be itchy or painful.8 It is estimated that eight million Americans and more than 125 million people worldwide live with the disease. Nearly one-quarter of all people with plaque PsO have cases that are considered moderate to severe.9 Living with plaque PsO can be a challenge and impact life beyond a person's physical health, including emotional health, relationships, and handling the stressors of life.10
About SPECTREM (NCT06039189)11
SPECTREM is a Phase 3b, multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study evaluating the safety and efficacy of TREMFYA® (guselkumab) versus placebo for the treatment of low body surface area (BSA) moderate plaque PsO with special site involvement. Patients (n=338) were randomized approximately 2:1 to receive TREMFYA® 100 mg subcutaneous injection at Weeks 0 and 4, then every eight weeks (q8w) or placebo at Weeks 0 and 4, followed by crossover to TREMFYA® at Week 16 and q8w. The study was designed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of TREMFYA® in patients with a diagnosis of PsO, BSA 2
Through Week 16,
The study is evaluating approximately 338 patients from the
About VISIBLE (NCT05272150)12
VISIBLE is a Phase 3b, multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled (Weeks 0-16) trial in adult patients (≥18 years of age) with moderate to severe body and/or scalp PsO. Patients (n=211) were randomized to TREMFYA® 100 mg subcutaneous injection at Weeks 0, 4, and 12, then q8w; placebo at Weeks 0, 4, and 12, followed by crossover to TREMFYA® at Week 16, Week 20, and q8w. The study was designed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of TREMFYA® in skin of color patients (self-identify as non-white) across the entire spectrum of the Fitzpatrick scale (I-VI). The study consisted of 2 cohorts, Cohort A: moderate to severe plaque PsO (IGA ≥3, PASI ≥12, and BSA involvement of ≥
The study will evaluate approximately 211 participants from the
About TREMFYA® (guselkumab)
Developed by Johnson & Johnson, TREMFYA® is the first approved fully-human, dual-acting monoclonal antibody designed to neutralize inflammation at the cellular source by blocking IL-23 and binding to CD64 (a receptor on cell that produce IL-23). Findings for dual-acting are limited to in vitro studies that demonstrate guselkumab binds to CD64, which is expressed on the surface of IL-23 producing cells in an inflammatory monocyte model. The clinical significance of this finding is not known.
TREMFYA® is approved in the
Johnson & Johnson maintains exclusive worldwide marketing rights to TREMFYA®.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
What is the most important information I should know about TREMFYA® (guselkumab)?
TREMFYA® is a prescription medicine that may cause serious side effects, including:
- Serious Allergic Reactions. Stop using TREMFYA® and get emergency medical help right away if you develop any of the following symptoms of a serious allergic reaction:
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- Infections. TREMFYA® may lower the ability of your immune system to fight infections and may increase your risk of infections. Your healthcare provider should check you for infections and tuberculosis (TB) before starting treatment with TREMFYA® and may treat you for TB before you begin treatment with TREMFYA® if you have a history of TB or have active TB. Your healthcare provider should watch you closely for signs and symptoms of TB during and after treatment with TREMFYA®.
Tell your healthcare provider right away if you have an infection or have symptoms of an infection, including:
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Do not take TREMFYA® if you have had a serious allergic reaction to guselkumab or any of the ingredients in TREMFYA®.
Before using TREMFYA®, tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions, including if you:
- have any of the conditions or symptoms listed in the section "What is the most important information I should know about TREMFYA®?"
- have an infection that does not go away or that keeps coming back.
- have TB or have been in close contact with someone with TB.
- have recently received or are scheduled to receive an immunization (vaccine). You should avoid receiving live vaccines during treatment with TREMFYA®.
- are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if TREMFYA® can harm your unborn baby.
Pregnancy Registry: If you become pregnant during treatment with TREMFYA®, talk to your healthcare provider about registering in the pregnancy exposure registry for TREMFYA®. You can enroll by visiting www.mothertobaby.org/ongoing-study/tremfya-guselkumab, by calling 1-877-311-8972, or emailing MotherToBaby@health.ucsd.edu. The purpose of this registry is to collect information about the safety of TREMFYA® during pregnancy. - are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if TREMFYA® passes into your breast milk.
Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
What are the possible side effects of TREMFYA®?
TREMFYA® may cause serious side effects. See "What is the most important information I should know about TREMFYA®?"
The most common side effects of TREMFYA® include: respiratory tract infections, headache, injection site reactions, joint pain (arthralgia), diarrhea, stomach flu (gastroenteritis), fungal skin infections, herpes simplex infections, and bronchitis.
These are not all the possible side effects of TREMFYA®. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
Use TREMFYA® exactly as your healthcare provider tells you to use it.
Please read the full Prescribing Information, including Medication Guide, for TREMFYA® and discuss any questions that you have with your doctor.
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
Dosage Forms and Strengths: TREMFYA® is available in a 100 mg/mL prefilled syringe and One-Press patient-controlled injector for subcutaneous injection, a 200 mg/2 mL prefilled syringe and prefilled pen (TREMFYA® PEN) for subcutaneous injection, and a 200 mg/20 mL (10 mg/mL) single dose vial for intravenous infusion.
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