Pozelimab
PrescriptionNomes comerciais: VEOPOZ
About This Medication
11 DESCRIPTION Pozelimab-bbfg, a complement inhibitor, is a recombinant monoclonal antibody (IgG4 isotype). Pozelimab-bbfg is produced by recombinant DNA technology in Chinese Hamster Ovary (CHO) cell suspension culture and has an approximate molecular weight of 145 kDa. VEOPOZ (pozelimab-bbfg) injection is a sterile, preservative-free, clear to slightly opalescent, colorless to pale yellow solution supplied in a single-dose glass vial, free from visible particulates, for intravenous or subcutaneous use. Each vial contains 400 mg pozelimab-bbfg in 2 mL of solution with a pH of 5.8. Each mL contains 200 mg pozelimab-bbfg, arginine hydrochloride (21 mg), histidine (1.15 mg), L-histidine hydrochloride monohydrate (2.65 mg), polysorbate 80 (1.5 mg), sucrose (20 mg), and Water for Injection, USP.
Princípios Ativos
| Ingrediente | Concentração |
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| Pozelimab | - |
Indicações e Uso
Como funciona
Posologia e Administração
Side Effects Overview
Advertências e Precauções
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Other Bacterial Infections : Interrupt treatment with VEOPOZ in patients who are undergoing treatment for a serious encapsulated bacterial infection until the infection is resolved. ( 5.2 ) Systemic Hypersensitivity Reactions : Interrupt infusion and institute appropriate supportive measures if signs of cardiovascular instability or respiratory compromise occur. ( 5.3 ) Immune Complex Formation : Transition between other complement inhibitors has resulted in decreased drug concentrations and possible hypersensitivity reactions. Consider this potential if switching complement inhibitors to VEOPOZ. ( 5.4 ) 5.1 Serious Meningococcal Infections Life-threatening and fatal meningococcal infections have occurred in both vaccinated and unvaccinated patients treated with complement inhibitors. The use of VEOPOZ increases a patient's susceptibility to serious and life-threatening meningococcal infections (septicemia and/or meningitis) caused by any serogroup, including nongroupable strains. Complete or update meningococcal vaccination (for serogroups A, C, W, and Y [MenACWY] and serogroup B [MenB]) at least 2 weeks prior to administering the first dose of VEOPOZ, according to the most current Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommendations for patients receiving a complement inhibitor. Revaccinate patients in accordance with ACIP recommendations considering the duration of VEOPOZ therapy. If urgent VEOPOZ therapy is indicated in a patient who is not up-to-date with both MenACWY and MenB vaccines according to ACIP recommendations, administer meningococcal vaccine(s) as soon as possible and provide the patient with antibacterial drug prophylaxis. The efficacy, duration, and drug regimens for antibacterial drug prophylaxis have not been studied in patients receiving complement inhibitors. Because of inhibition of complement activity by VEOPOZ, as well as risk of infection caused by nongroupable strains of N. meningitidis , vaccination does not eliminate the risk of meningococcal infections, despite development of antibodies following vaccination. Closely monitor patients for early signs and symptoms of meningococcal infection and evaluate patients immediately if infection is suspected. Inform patients and caregivers of these signs and symptoms and instruct patients to seek immediate medical care if these signs and symptoms occur. Meningococcal infection may become rapidly life-threatening or fatal if not recognized and treated early. Interrupt treatment with VEOPOZ in patients who are undergoing treatment for serious meningococcal infection until the infection is resolved [see Contraindications (4) ] . 5.2 Other Bacterial Infections VEOPOZ blocks terminal complement activation; therefore, patients may have increased susceptibility to encapsulated bacterial infections, especially infections caused by Neisseria meningitidis but also Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae , and to a lesser extent, Neisseria gonorrhoeae . Patients treated with VEOPOZ may be at increased risk of developing serious infections due to Streptococcus pneumoniae and Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib). Administer vaccinations for the prevention of Streptococcus pneumoniae and Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) infections according to ACIP guidelines. Patients receiving VEOPOZ are at increased risk for infections due to these organisms, even if they develop antibodies following vaccination. Interrupt treatment with VEOPOZ in patients who are undergoing treatment for a serious encapsulated bacterial infection until the infection is resolved. Counsel patients about gonorrhea prevention and advise regular testing for patients at risk. 5.3 Systemic Hypersensitivity Reactions Hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis, have been reported with administration of complement inhibitors. Interrupt VEOPOZ and institute appropriate supportive measures if signs of cardiovascular instability or respiratory compromise occur. 5.4 Immune Complex Formation Immune complex formation has been reported during the transition of therapy between complement inhibitors, resulting in transient decrease in drug concentrations as well as symptoms suggestive of hypersensitivity reactions. However, this has not been studied in patients with CD55-deficient PLE switching from other complement inhibitors to pozelimab. The potential for immune complex formation should be considered if switching complement inhibitors.
Contraindicações
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS VEOPOZ is contraindicated in: Patients with unresolved Neisseria meningitidis infection [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . VEOPOZ is contraindicated in patients with unresolved Neisseria meningitidis infection. ( 4 )
Farmacocinética
Frequently Asked Questions
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE VEOPOZ is indicated for the treatment of adult and pediatric patients 1 year of age and older with CD55-deficient protein-losing enteropathy (PLE), also known as CHAPLE disease. VEOPOZ is a complement inhibitor indicated for the treatment of adult and pediatric patients 1 year of age and older with CD55-deficient protein-losing enteropathy (PLE), also known as CHAPLE disease. ( 1 )
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION See the full prescribing information for meningococcal vaccine and prophylaxis recommendations prior to the first dose of VEOPOZ. ( 2.1 ) Recommended Dosage: Day 1 (loading dose): Administer a single 30 mg/kg dose by intravenous infusion after dilution. ( 2.2 ) Day 8 and thereafter (maintenance dosage): Inject 10 mg/kg as a subcutaneous injection once weekly starting on Day 8. The maintenance dosage may be increased to 12 mg/kg once weekly if there is inadequate clinical …
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Other Bacterial Infections : Interrupt treatment with VEOPOZ in patients who are undergoing treatment for a serious encapsulated bacterial infection until the infection is resolved. ( 5.2 ) Systemic Hypersensitivity Reactions : Interrupt infusion and institute appropriate supportive measures if signs of cardiovascular instability or respiratory compromise occur. ( 5.3 ) Immune Complex Formation : Transition between other complement inhibitors has resulted in decreased drug concentrations and possible hypersensitivity reactions. Consider this potential if switching complement …
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS VEOPOZ is contraindicated in: Patients with unresolved Neisseria meningitidis infection [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . VEOPOZ is contraindicated in patients with unresolved Neisseria meningitidis infection. ( 4 )
Pozelimab is a prescription medication. You will need a valid prescription from a licensed healthcare provider.
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- • DailyMed — Pozelimab drug label (National Library of Medicine)
- • openFDA — Pozelimab label data (U.S. Food & Drug Administration)
- • RxNorm — RXCUI 2663945 (NLM Normalized Drug Names)
- • NDC Directory — Pozelimab (FDA National Drug Code)
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