Rinvoq vs Cosentyx
A side-by-side look at two autoimmune medications advertised on TV. Informational only — not medical advice.
Maintained by TVPills Editorial Team · Site updated November 4, 2026 (not a product-label review)
| Attribute | US Rinvoq | US Cosentyx |
|---|---|---|
| Generic name | upadacitinib Unverified catalogue summary (Generic name) for Rinvoq in US; not checked against current local product information. | secukinumab Unverified catalogue summary (Generic name) for Cosentyx in US; not checked against current local product information. |
| Drug class | See official local label Unverified catalogue summary (Drug class) for Rinvoq in US; not checked against current local product information. | See official local label Unverified catalogue summary (Drug class) for Cosentyx in US; not checked against current local product information. |
| Treats | Rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, eczema Unverified catalogue summary (Treats) for Rinvoq in US; not checked against current local product information. | Plaque psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis Unverified catalogue summary (Treats) for Cosentyx in US; not checked against current local product information. |
| Category | Autoimmune Unverified catalogue summary (Category) for Rinvoq in US; not checked against current local product information. | Autoimmune Unverified catalogue summary (Category) for Cosentyx in US; not checked against current local product information. |
| Manufacturer | AbbVie Unverified catalogue summary (Manufacturer) for Rinvoq in US; not checked against current local product information. | Novartis Unverified catalogue summary (Manufacturer) for Cosentyx in US; not checked against current local product information. |
| Year approved | — Unverified catalogue summary (Year approved) for Rinvoq in US; not checked against current local product information. | — Unverified catalogue summary (Year approved) for Cosentyx in US; not checked against current local product information. |
| Catalogue warning level | Safety summary withheld — check official label Unverified catalogue summary (Catalogue warning level) for Rinvoq in US; not checked against current local product information. | Safety summary withheld — check official label Unverified catalogue summary (Catalogue warning level) for Cosentyx in US; not checked against current local product information. |
| Est. TV ad spend | $175M | $160M |
| Side effects and serious risks | — Unverified catalogue summary (Side effects and serious risks) for Rinvoq in US; not checked against current local product information. | — Unverified catalogue summary (Side effects and serious risks) for Cosentyx in US; not checked against current local product information. |
Sources and editorial standards
Use the current DailyMed labels to verify approved uses, boxed warnings, and side effects for each medication. Label results can differ by product, strength, and formulation.
Page updated November 4, 2026; the linked resources have not necessarily been reviewed on this date.
Frequently asked questions
Is Rinvoq or Cosentyx better?
This directory does not compare clinical effectiveness or safety. Listing Rinvoq and Cosentyx together does not establish shared approved indications, equivalence or suitability as substitutes. Consult the correct local labels and your prescriber.
What's the difference between Rinvoq and Cosentyx?
The table shows catalogue identification and estimated advertising information for Rinvoq and Cosentyx, not a verified medical comparison. Medical descriptions, mechanisms and safety summaries are withheld.
Which one spends more on TV ads?
Rinvoq has the larger estimated TV advertising budget of the two.