Johnson & Johnson reports two‑year Phase 3 results for ICOTYDE in plaque psoriasis

Johnson & Johnson presented data from the Phase 3 ICONIC‑LEAD trial showing that, after 112 weeks of treatment, 72% of patients achieved at least a 90% improvement in PASI scores and about 70% reached clear or almost clear skin. The study enrolled 684 participants, including 66 adolescents, and safety remained consistent with the established profile. The company said the long‑term results support ICOTYDE as a first‑line oral therapy for moderate‑to‑severe plaque psoriasis.

The company’s press release notes that the sustained efficacy and safety could expand ICOTYDE’s market share in psoriasis, where it is already approved in the U.S., Europe, Japan and China. Investors may see revenue growth from increased adoption of the drug as a first‑line option.

  • 1The ICONIC‑LEAD trial enrolled 684 participants, of whom 456 received ICOTYDE and 228 received placebo.
  • 2The study included 66 adolescent patients.
  • 3At Week 112, at least 72% of ICOTYDE‑treated patients achieved PASI 90 (≥90% improvement).
  • 4From Week 64 through Week 112, about 70% of patients achieved clear or almost clear skin (IGA 0/1).
  • 5Complete skin clearance (PASI 100) was observed in 44% of patients, and 46% achieved IGA 0.
  • 6Clinically meaningful itch improvement was sustained in 78% of patients.

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