Limited coverage criteria – secukinumab for Ps, AS, PsA

Last updated on June 10, 2026

 

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Generic name

secukinumab

Strength & form

150 mg/mL pre-filled pen
150 mg/mL pre-filled syringe
300 mg/2 mL pre-filled pen
300 mg/2 mL pre-filled syringe

Special Authority criteria

Approval period

For the treatment of moderate to severe plaque psoriasis, according to established criteria described in Special Authority request form HLTH 5380 – Targeted Therapies for Plaque Psoriasis (PDF, 798KB)

Coverage of secukinumab for the treatment of plaque psoriasis is only available when a Special Authority request is submitted by a dermatologist

Initial: 12 weeks
Renewal: 1 year or 3 years

For the treatment of ankylosing spondylitis, according to established criteria described in Special Authority request forms:

Coverage of secukinumab for the treatment of ankylosing spondylitis is only available when a Special Authority request is submitted by a rheumatologist

Initial: 1 year
Renewal: 1 year

For the treatment of psoriatic arthritis, according to established criteria described in Special Authority request forms:

Coverage of secukinumab for the treatment of psoriatic arthritis is only available when a Special Authority request is submitted by a rheumatologist

Initial: 1 year
Renewal: 1 year

Practitioner exemptions

  • None

Special notes

  • PharmaCare covers a maximum of 30 days per fill for secukinumab

Special Authority request form(s)

Read practitioner/prescriber requirements above.