Rilonacept

IL-1 decoy receptor (IL-1 Trap)

Response rate
Limited data
Onset
Weeks
Route
SC 160mg load, then 80mg weekly
Line
Alternative
IgM effect
No effect

Evidence summary

Dimeric fusion protein acting as IL-1 'trap', neutralising both IL-1α and IL-1β. Krause et al. 2012 demonstrated efficacy and safety in an open-label study in Schnitzler syndrome. Less widely used than anakinra/canakinumab.

Sources (1)

DetailsKrause K et al. (2012) Rilonacept in Schnitzler syndrome: an open-label studyPubMed