Self-Injection Satisfaction and Safety of CT-P17 (Yuflyma), a High-Concentration Adalimumab Biosimilar, in Patients With Crohn's Disease: A Cross-Sectional Study.

BACKGROUND

CT-P17 (Yuflyma), a biosimilar to adalimumab (Humira), offers a cost-effective alternative with improved access for individuals with immune-mediated inflammatory diseases (IMIDs). Assessing patient experience with autoinjector usability and comfort is crucial for ensuring adherence and satisfaction. This study is the first to evaluate patient-reported satisfaction and safety of CT-P17 specifically in people with Crohn's disease (CD).

AIMS

To evaluate patient satisfaction and safety of CT-P17 in CD.

METHODS

This cross-sectional study included 15 adults (median age 39.9 years) with CD from two Australian hospitals. All participants had prior experience with biologic therapy and used an autoinjector. Patients had either transitioned from adalimumab to CT-P17 or had been receiving CT-P17 for at least 4 weeks. Data collected included baseline demographics, the Harvey Bradshaw Index (HBI), and the Self-Injection Assessment Questionnaire (SIAQ), a validated instrument assessing patient experience, confidence, and satisfaction with self-injection. SIAQ domain scores ranged from 0 (worst) to 10 (best), with higher scores indicating more positive self-injection experiences.

RESULTS

SIAQ scores indicated positive patient experiences. Mean (SD) scores showed high comfort (8.33 ± 1.67), strong self-confidence (8.38 ± 1.53), positive self-image (9.00 ± 2.64), minimal pain/skin reactions (9.22 ± 0.93), and ease of use (8.80 ± 1.89). Overall satisfaction was high (8.76 ± 1.38). HBI scores remained low (mean 0.7), indicating stable disease control.

CONCLUSIONS

CT-P17 is well-tolerated in CD patients, with high satisfaction and minimal injection discomfort. Its ergonomic autoinjector design supports ease of use. While larger studies are needed, these findings support the broader adoption of adalimumab biosimilars to enhance patient autonomy and reduce healthcare costs.