Altuviiio

Do not take it if

Quoted from the official label, section “Contraindications”.

How to take it

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• For intravenous use after reconstitution only.
• For intravenous use only.
• Each ALTUVIIIO vial label states Factor VIII activity in international units (IU or unit).
• ( 2.1 ) For routine prophylaxis: 50 IU/kg once weekly.
• ( 2.1 ) For on-demand treatment and control of bleeding episodes and perioperative management:
• 50 IU/kg ( 2.1 ) Estimated Increment of Factor VIII (IU/dL or % of normal) = 50 IU/kg × 2 (IU/dL per IU/kg) ( 2.1 ) To achieve a specific target Factor VIII activity level, use the following formula:
• Dosage (IU) = Body Weight (kg) × Desired Factor VIII Increase (IU/dL or % normal) × 0.5 (IU/kg per IU/dL).
• ( 2.1 )
• 2.1 Dose Each ALTUVIIIO vial label states the Factor VIII potency in international units (IU).
• One IU corresponds to the Factor VIII activity contained in one milliliter of normal human plasma, as defined by the current World Health Organization (WHO) international standard for Factor VIII concentrate.
• Potency assignment for ALTUVIIIO is determined using an activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT)-based one-stage clotting assay.
• It is recommended to use a validated one-stage clotting assay to measure ALTUVIIIO Factor VIII activity in plasma.
• The ALTUVIIIO Factor VIII activity level is overestimated by the chromogenic assay and a specific ellagic acid based aPTT reagent in one-stage clotting assay by approximately 2.5-fold [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ].
• For the dose of 50 IU/kg, the expected in vivo peak increase in Factor VIII level expressed as IU/dL (or % of normal) is estimated using the following formula:
• Estimated Increment of Factor VIII (IU/dL or % of normal) = 50 IU/kg × 2 (IU/dL per IU/kg) To achieve a specific target Factor VIII activity level, use the following formula:
• Dosage (IU) = Body Weight (kg) × Desired Factor VIII Increase (IU/dL or % normal) × 0.5 (IU/kg per IU/dL).
• Routine Prophylaxis The recommended dosing for routine prophylaxis for
• adults and children is 50 IU/kg of ALTUVIIIO administered once weekly.
• On-demand Treatment and Control of Bleeding Episodes ALTUVIIIO dosing for the on-demand treatment and control of bleeding episodes is provided in Table 1.
• Table 1:
• Dosing for On-demand Treatment and Control of Bleeding Episodes Type of Bleeding Recommended Dose Additional Information Minor and Moderate For example:
• Uncomplicated joint bleeds, minor muscular bleeds, mucosal or subcutaneous bleeds Single dose of 50 IU/kg For minor and moderate bleeding episodes occurring within 2 to 3 days after a prophylactic dose, a lower dose of 30 IU/kg dose may be used.
• Additional doses of 30 or 50 IU/kg every 2 to 3 days may be considered.
• Major For example:
• Intracranial, retroperitoneal, iliopsoas and neck bleeds, muscle bleeds with compartment syndrome and bleeds associated with a significant decrease in the hemoglobin level Single dose of 50 IU/kg Additional doses of 30 or 50 IU/kg every 2 to 3 days can be considered.
• For resumption of prophylaxis (if applicable) after treatment of a bleed, it is recommended to allow an interval of at least 72 hours between the last 50 IU/kg dose for treatment of a bleed and resuming prophylaxis dosing.
• Thereafter, prophylaxis can be continued as usual on the patient's regular schedule.
• Perioperative Management ALTUVIIIO dosing for perioperative management is provided in Table 2.
• Table 2:
• Dosing for Perioperative Management Type of Surgery Pre-operative Dose Post-operative Dose Minor For example:
• Tooth extraction Single dose of 50 IU/kg An additional dose of 30 or 50 IU/kg after 2 to 3 days may be considered.
• Major For example:
• Intracranial, intra-abdominal, joint replacement surgery, or complicated dental procedures.
• Single dose of 50 IU/kg Additional doses of 30 or 50 IU/kg every 2 to 3 days may be administered as clinically needed for perioperative management.
• 2.2 Preparation and Reconstitution Use aseptic technique and a flat work surface during the reconstitution procedure.
• Allow the ALTUVIIIO vial, containing the white to off-white lyophilized powder, and the prefilled diluent syringe to reach room temperature before use.
• Remove the plastic cap from the ALTUVIIIO vial and wipe the rubber stopper of the vial with an alcohol wipe.
• Allow the rubber stopper to dry.
• Completely remove the backing from the vial adapter package by peeling back the lid.
• Do not remove the vial adapter from the package or touch the inside of the package of the adapter.
• Keep the vial on a flat surface.
• Hold the vial with one hand and using the other hand, place the vial adapter in its package over the vial.
• The spike should be placed directly above the center of the rubber stopper.
• Push the vial adapter straight down until the spike on the vial adapter punctures the center of the vial stopper and is fully inserted.
• Lift the package cover away from the vial adapter and throw away the cover.
• Only use the prefilled diluent syringe provided to reconstitute the powdered medicine.
• Hold the plunger rod by the circular disk.
• Place the tip of the plunger rod into the end of the prefilled diluent syringe.
• Turn the plunger rod to the right until it is firmly attached.
• With one hand, hold the prefilled diluent syringe directly under the cap with the cap pointing up.
• Make sure
• you are holding the prefilled diluent syringe by the ridged part directly under the cap.
• Do not use if the cap has been removed or is not securely attached.
• With your other hand, grasp the cap and bend it at a 90 degree angle until it snaps off.
• After the cap snaps off, you will see the glass tip of the prefilled diluent syringe.
• Do not touch the glass tip of the prefilled diluent syringe or the inside of the cap.
• Be sure the vial is sitting on a flat surface.
• Insert the tip of the prefilled diluent syringe into the vial adapter opening.
• Turn the prefilled diluent syringe to the right until it is securely attached to the vial adapter.
• Slowly push down on the plunger rod to inject all of the liquid (diluent) from the prefilled diluent syringe into the vial.
• The plunger rod may rise slightly afterward.
• This is normal.
• With the prefilled diluent syringe still connected to the adapter, gently swirl the vial until the powder is completely dissolved.
• Check the solution through the vial to make sure the powder is fully dissolved.
• The solution should look clear and colorless to opalescent.
• Do not shake.
• Do not use the reconstituted ALTUVIIIO if it contains visible particles or is cloudy.
• POOLING:
• pooling is the process of combining two or more reconstituted vials into a larger luer lock syringe (not provided in the carton).
• If the dose requires more than one vial, reconstitute each vial as described above (See Steps 3–12) with the prefilled diluent syringe provided.
• Do not detach the prefilled diluent syringe until
• you are ready to attach the larger luer lock syringe to the next vial.
• Keep the vial adapter attached to the vial as you will need it for attaching a larger luer lock syringe.
• Use a larger luer lock plastic syringe to combine the contents of the reconstituted vials into the syringe, similar as described in Steps 13–14.
• Repeat this pooling procedure with each vial you will be using.
• Once
• you have pooled the required dose, proceed with the administration steps using the larger luer lock syringe.
• Make sure the plunger rod is pressed all the way down and the diluent syringe is firmly attached to the vial adapter.
• Turn the vial upside-down.
• Slowly pull down on the plunger rod to draw all the solution from the vial into the diluent syringe.
• Be careful not to pull the plunger rod completely out of the diluent syringe.
• Gently unscrew the diluent syringe from the vial adapter by turning it to the right.
• Dispose of the vial with the adapter still attached.
• If you are not ready to inject, put the syringe cap carefully back onto the syringe tip.
• Do not touch the syringe tip or the inside of the cap.
• Use the reconstituted ALTUVIIIO as soon as possible, but no later than 3 hours after reconstitution.
• Do not touch the glass tip of the syringe if not used immediately after reconstitution.
• Protect from direct sunlight.
• Do not refrigerate after reconstitution.
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• 2.3 Administration For intravenous use only.
• Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit.
• Do not use ALTUVIIIO solution if particulate matter or discoloration is observed.
• Do not administer reconstituted ALTUVIIIO in the same tubing or container with other medications.
• Administration Steps:
• Attach the syringe to the connector end of the infusion set tubing by turning it to the right until it is securely attached.
• Push the plunger rod until all air is removed from the syringe and ALTUVIIIO has filled the infusion set needle.
• Do not push ALTUVIIIO solution through the needle.
• Remove the protective needle cover from the infusion set needle.
• Perform intravenous injection slowly over 1 to 10 minutes, based on the patient's comfort level.
• After infusing ALTUVIIIO, remove and properly discard the infusion set.

Quoted from the official label, section “Dosage & Administration”.

Other warnings

Quoted from the official label, section “Warnings”.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Pregnancy or Breast Feeding”.

Use in children

• The safety and effectiveness of ALTUVIIIO for routine prophylaxis, on-demand treatment, and perioperative management of bleeding episodes have been established in pediatric patients <18 years old.
• The use of ALTUVIIIO for these indications is supported by evidence from two clinical studies which enrolled 99 previously treated patients <18 years of age who received at least one dose of ALTUVIIIO as part of routine prophylaxis, treatment of bleeding episodes, or perioperative management.
• Thirty-eight patients (38.4%) were <6 years of age, 36 (36.4%) patients were 6 to <12 years of age, and 25 patients (25.2%) were adolescents (12 to <18 years of age).
• Data from the pediatric study (74 patients) <12 years of age showed that no dosing adjustment was required [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) , Clinical Pharmacology (12) , and Clinical Studies (14) ] .

Quoted from the official label, section “Pediatric Use”.

Use in older people

• Clinical studies of ALTUVIIIO did not include sufficient numbers of patients 65 years of age and older to determine whether or not such patients respond differently from younger patients.
• However, clinical experience with other Factor VIII products has not identified differences between the elderly and younger patients.

Quoted from the official label, section “Geriatric Use”.

Side effects

• Most common adverse reactions (incidence >10%) are headache and arthralgia.
• ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Bioverativ Therapeutics Inc.
• (A SANOFI COMPANY) at 1-800-633-1610 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.
• 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice.
• The safety data described in this section reflects exposure to ALTUVIIIO in two clinical studies, Study 1 and Study 2 and are pooled for analysis.
• In Study 1, a total of 159 previously treated patients (PTPs) (134
• adults and 25 adolescents) with severe Hemophilia A) received at least one dose of ALTUVIIIO for either routine prophylaxis, on-demand treatment of bleeding episodes or perioperative management.
• A total of 152 (96%) patients achieved at least 25 exposure days and 115 (72%) patients achieved at least 50 exposure days with a median of 53.0 (range 2–63) for both exposure days and injections per patient.
• Overall exposure was monitored for a total of 151.5 patient-years [see Clinical Studies (14) ] .
• In Study 2, the safety of ALTUVIIIO was evaluated in 74 male PTPs <12 years of age with severe hemophilia A who received at least one dose of ALTUVIIIO.
• Sixty-six (89.2%) patients achieved at least 50 exposure days with a median of 53.0 (range 3–72).
• Adverse events were monitored for a total of 210.7 patient-years in 2 completed clinical studies in PTPs.
• Adverse drug reactions (ADRs) (summarized in Table 3) were reported in 79 (33.9%) of the 233 patients treated with routine prophylaxis or on-demand therapy.
• The most common ADRs (>10%) in
• adults and adolescents were headache (20.1%) and arthralgia (16.4%).
• In children below 12 years, pyrexia (12.2%) was the most common ADR (>10%).
• In the studies, no inhibitors to FVIII were detected and no ADRs of anaphylaxis were reported.
• The most common adverse reactions (>10% of patients) reported in clinical trials were headache and arthralgia.
• Table 3:
• Adverse Reactions with Frequency of ≥3% Reported in ALTUVIIIO Studies Pooled data from Study 1 and Study 2 including 233 patients across the adult and adolescent and pediatric studies.
• MedDRA System Organ Class Adverse Drug Reactions Number of Patients n (%) (N = 233) Nervous system disorders Headache 35 (15) Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders Arthralgia 31 (13) Pain in extremity 10 (4) Back pain 9 (4) General disorders and administration Pyrexia 10 (4) Gastrointestinal disorders Vomiting 7 (3) Thromboembolic events occurred in 1% (3/261) of patients in the long-term safety extension study; these three patients had pre-existing risk factors.
• 6.2 Postmarketing Experience The following adverse reactions have been identified during the post approval use of ALTUVIIIO.
• Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure.
• Blood and lymphatic system disorders:
• Factor VIII inhibitor development [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ].
• Immune system disorders:
• Hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ].

Quoted from the official label, section “Adverse Reactions”.

What to discuss with your doctor

• Advise the patients to:
• Read the FDA-approved patient labeling (Patient Information and Instructions for Use).
• Call their healthcare provider or go to the emergency department right away if a hypersensitivity reaction occurs.
• Early signs of hypersensitivity reactions may include rash, hives, itching, facial swelling, tightness of the chest, and wheezing.
• Contact their healthcare provider or treatment facility for further treatment and/or assessment if they experience a lack of a clinical response to Factor VIII therapy because this may be a sign of inhibitor development.

Quoted from the official label, section “Patient Counseling Information”.

Strengths and forms

• FORMS AND STRENGTHS ALTUVIIIO is available as a white to off-white lyophilized powder for reconstitution in single-dose vials containing nominally 250, 500, 750, 1000, 2000, 3000, or 4000 international units (IU) per vial.
• For injection:
• nominally 250, 500, 750, 1000, 2000, 3000, or 4000 IU, lyophilized powder in single-dose vials for reconstitution.
• ( 3 )

Quoted from the official label, section “Dosage Forms & Strengths”.

What it looks like and how it is packed

• How Supplied ALTUVIIIO is supplied in kits comprising a single-dose vial containing nominally, 250, 500, 750, 1000, 2000, 3000, or 4000 international units (IU) of Factor VIII potency, a prefilled syringe with 3 mL sterile water for injection, and a sterile vial adapter (reconstitution device).
• The actual amount of ALTUVIIIO in IU is stated on the label and carton of each vial.
• Not made with natural rubber latex.
• Strength Potency Color Code Kit NDC Number 250 IU Yellow 71104-978-01 500 IU Red 71104-979-01 750 IU Garnet 71104-980-01 1000 IU Green 71104-981-01 2000 IU Royal Blue 71104-982-01 3000 IU Mist Grey 71104-983-01 4000 IU Orange 71104-984-01 Not all pack sizes may be marketed.
• Storage and Handling Prior to reconstitution:
• Store ALTUVIIIO in the original package to protect the ALTUVIIIO vials from light.
• Store ALTUVIIIO in powder form at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F).
• Do not freeze to avoid damage to the prefilled diluent syringe.
• ALTUVIIIO may be stored at room temperature, not to exceed 30°C (86°F), for a single period of up to 6 months, within the expiration date printed on the label.
• If stored at room temperature, record the date that ALTUVIIIO is removed from refrigeration on the carton in the area provided.
• After storage at room temperature, do not return the product to the refrigerator.
• Do not use beyond the expiration date printed on the vial or 6 months after the date that was written on the carton, whichever is earlier.
• After Reconstitution:
• The reconstituted product may be stored at room temperature, not to exceed 30°C (86°F), for up to 3 hours.
• Protect from direct sunlight.
• After reconstitution, if the product is not used within 3 hours, it must be discarded.
• Do not use ALTUVIIIO if the reconstituted solution is cloudy or has particulate matter.
• Discard any unused ALTUVIIIO.

Quoted from the official label, section “How Supplied”.

How to store it

• Prior to reconstitution:
• Store ALTUVIIIO in the original package to protect the ALTUVIIIO vials from light.
• Store ALTUVIIIO in powder form at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F).
• Do not freeze to avoid damage to the prefilled diluent syringe.
• ALTUVIIIO may be stored at room temperature, not to exceed 30°C (86°F), for a single period of up to 6 months, within the expiration date printed on the label.
• If stored at room temperature, record the date that ALTUVIIIO is removed from refrigeration on the carton in the area provided.
• After storage at room temperature, do not return the product to the refrigerator.
• Do not use beyond the expiration date printed on the vial or 6 months after the date that was written on the carton, whichever is earlier.
• After Reconstitution:
• The reconstituted product may be stored at room temperature, not to exceed 30°C (86°F), for up to 3 hours.
• Protect from direct sunlight.
• After reconstitution, if the product is not used within 3 hours, it must be discarded.
• Do not use ALTUVIIIO if the reconstituted solution is cloudy or has particulate matter.
• Discard any unused ALTUVIIIO.

Quoted from the official label, section “Storage and Handling”.

What is in it

• ALTUVIIIO [antihemophilic factor (recombinant), Fc-VWF-XTEN fusion protein-ehtl] is a sterile, non-pyrogenic, white to off-white lyophilized powder for reconstitution for intravenous injection.
• The product is supplied in single-dose vials containing nominal potencies of 250, 500, 750, 1000, 2000, 3000, or 4000 international units (IU).
• Each vial of ALTUVIIIO is labeled with the actual Factor VIII activity content in IU.
• The powder for injection is reconstituted with 3 mL sterile water for injection (sWFI) supplied in a sterile prefilled syringe.
• The reconstituted solution should be essentially free of particles.
• The final product contains the excipients:
• arginine hydrochloride (250 mM), calcium chloride dihydrate (5 mM), histidine (10 mM), polysorbate 80 (0.05% w/v), and sucrose (5% w/v).
• The active ingredient in ALTUVIIIO is a fully recombinant fusion protein comprising a single chain B-domain deleted (BDD) analogue of human FVIII covalently fused to the Fc domain of human immunoglobulin G1 (IgG1), the FVIII-binding D'D3 domain of human von Willebrand factor (VWF), and 2 XTEN polypeptides.
• ALTUVIIIO contains 2829 amino acids with an apparent molecular weight of 312 kDa.
• ALTUVIIIO is synthesized as 2 polypeptide chains which are covalently linked by 2 Fc hinge disulfide bonds.
• The first FVIII-XTEN-Fc polypeptide chain contains the A1A2 domain of FVIII along with 5 amino acids from B-domain (1–745 amino acids) fused to the 288-XTEN polypeptide (in place of the natural FVIII B-domain), the A3C1C2 domain of FVIII (1649–2332), and the Fc domain of human IgG1.
• The second VWF-XTEN-a2-Fc polypeptide chain contains the D'D3 domain of VWF (1–477 amino acids) fused to the 144-XTEN polypeptide, a thrombin cleavable acidic region 2 sequence from FVIII and the Fc domain of human IgG1.
• The Fc domain includes the hinge, CH 2 , and CH 3 domains of IgG1.
• The Fc, VWF, and XTEN polypeptide portions of the molecule extend the half-life of ALTUVIIIO in plasma.
• ALTUVIIIO is produced by recombinant DNA technology in a human embryonic kidney (HEK) cell line, which has been extensively characterized.
• ALTUVIIIO is manufactured without addition of human- or animal-derived components and purified by a combination of multiple chromatography steps, a detergent or solvent/detergent viral inactivation step, a nano filtration step for viral clearance, and ultrafiltration steps.

Quoted from the official label, section “Description”.

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