Adalimumab-aaty

Generic Name: adalimumab-aaty

Over-the-Counter (OTC)

Brand Names:

Yuflyma

11 DESCRIPTION Adalimumab-aaty is a tumor necrosis factor blocker. Adalimumab-aaty is a recombinant human IgG1 monoclonal antibody created using phage display technology resulting in an antibody with human derived heavy and light chain variable regions and human IgG1:k constant regions.

Overview

11 DESCRIPTION Adalimumab-aaty is a tumor necrosis factor blocker. Adalimumab-aaty is a recombinant human IgG1 monoclonal antibody created using phage display technology resulting in an antibody with human derived heavy and light chain variable regions and human IgG1:k constant regions.

Uses

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE YUFLYMA is a tumor necrosis factor (TNF) blocker indicated for: Reducing signs and symptoms, inducing major clinical response, inhibiting the progression of structural damage, and improving physical function in adult patients with moderately to severely active r heumatoid arthritis . ( 1.1 ) Reducing signs and symptoms of moderately to severely active polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis in patients 2 years of age and older. ( 1.2 ) Reducing signs and symptoms, inhibiting the progression of structural damage, and improving physical function in adult patients with active p soriatic arthritis . ( 1.3 ) Reducing signs and symptoms in adult patients with active ankylosing spondylitis .

Dosage

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Administer by subcutaneous injection ( 2 ) Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis ( 2.2 ): Adults: 40 mg every other week. Some patients with RA not receiving methotrexate may benefit from increasing the dosage to 40 mg every week or 80 mg every other week. Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis or Pediatric Uveitis ( 2.3 ): Pediatric Weight 2 Years of Age and Older Recommended Dosage 10 kg (22 lbs) to less than 15 kg (33 lbs) 10 mg every other week 15 kg (33 lbs) to less than 30 kg (66 lbs) 20 mg every other week 30 kg (66 lbs) and greater 40 mg every other week Crohn's Disease ( 2.4 ): Adults : 160 mg on Day 1 (given in one day or split over two consecutive days); 80 mg on Day 15; and 40 mg every other week starting on Day 29.

Side Effects

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Serious Infections [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Malignancies [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] Hepatitis B Virus Reactivation [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] Neurologic Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] Hematological Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )] Heart Failure [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.8 )] Autoimmunity [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.9 )] Most common adverse reactions (> 10%) are: infections (e.g.

Interactions

7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Abatacept: Increased risk of serious infection ( 5.1 , 5.11 , 7.2 ) Anakinra: Increased risk of serious infection ( 5.1 , 5.7 , 7.2 ) Live vaccines: Avoid use with YUFLYMA ( 5.10 , 7.3 ) 7.1 Methotrexate Adalimumab has been studied in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients taking concomitant methotrexate (MTX). Although MTX reduced the apparent clearance of adalimumab, the data do not suggest the need for dose adjustment of either YUFLYMA or MTX [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] .

Warnings

WARNING: SERIOUS INFECTIONS and MALIGNANCY WARNING: SERIOUS INFECTIONS and MALIGNANCY See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning. SERIOUS INFECTIONS ( 5.1 , 6.1 ): Increased risk of serious infections leading to hospitalization or death, including tuberculosis (TB), bacterial sepsis, invasive fungal infections (such as histoplasmosis), and infections due to other opportunistic pathogens. Discontinue YUFLYMA if a patient develops a serious infection or sepsis during treatment. 5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Serious infections: Do not start YUFLYMA during an active infection. If an infection develops, monitor carefully, and stop YUFLYMA if infection becomes serious ( 5.1 ) Invasive fungal infections: For patients who develop a systemic illness on YUFLYMA, consider empiric antifungal therapy for those who reside or travel to regions where mycoses are endemic ( 5.1 ) Malignancies: Incidence of malignancies was greater in adalimumab-treated patients than in controls ( 5.2 ) Anaphylaxis or serious hypersensitivity reactions may occur ( 5.3 ) Hepatitis B virus reactivation: Monitor HBV carriers during and several months after therapy. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None ( 4 )

Pregnancy

8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Available studies with use of adalimumab during pregnancy do not reliably establish an association between adalimumab and major birth defects. Clinical data are available from the Organization of Teratology Information Specialists (OTIS)/MotherToBaby Pregnancy Registry in pregnant women with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) or Crohn's disease (CD) treated with adalimumab.

Storage

Storage and Stability Do not use beyond the expiration date on the container. YUFLYMA must be refrigerated at 36°F to 46°F (2°C to 8°C). DO NOT FREEZE. Do not use if frozen even if it has been thawed. Store in original carton until time of administration to protect from light. Do not shake.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Adalimumab-aaty used for?

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE YUFLYMA is a tumor necrosis factor (TNF) blocker indicated for: Reducing signs and symptoms, inducing major clinical response, inhibiting the progression of structural damage, and improving physical function in adult patients with moderately to severely active r heumatoid arthritis . ( 1.1 ) Reducing signs and symptoms of moderately to severely active polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis in patients 2 years of age and older. ( 1.2 ) Reducing signs and symptoms, inhibiting the progression of structural damage, and improving physical function in adult patients with active p soriatic arthritis . ( 1.3 ) Reducing signs and symptoms in adult patients with active ankylosing spondylitis .

What are the side effects of Adalimumab-aaty?

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Serious Infections [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Malignancies [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] Hepatitis B Virus Reactivation [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] Neurologic Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] Hematological Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )] Heart Failure [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.8 )] Autoimmunity [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.9 )] Most common adverse reactions (> 10%) are: infections (e.g.

Can I take Adalimumab-aaty during pregnancy?

8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Available studies with use of adalimumab during pregnancy do not reliably establish an association between adalimumab and major birth defects. Clinical data are available from the Organization of Teratology Information Specialists (OTIS)/MotherToBaby Pregnancy Registry in pregnant women with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) or Crohn's disease (CD) treated with adalimumab.

What are the important warnings for Adalimumab-aaty?

WARNING: SERIOUS INFECTIONS and MALIGNANCY WARNING: SERIOUS INFECTIONS and MALIGNANCY See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning. SERIOUS INFECTIONS ( 5.1 , 6.1 ): Increased risk of serious infections leading to hospitalization or death, including tuberculosis (TB), bacterial sepsis, invasive fungal infections (such as histoplasmosis), and infections due to other opportunistic pathogens. Discontinue YUFLYMA if a patient develops a serious infection or sepsis during treatment. 5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Serious infections: Do not start YUFLYMA during an active infection. If an infection develops, monitor carefully, and stop YUFLYMA if infection becomes serious ( 5.1 ) Invasive fungal infections: For patients who develop a systemic illness on YUFLYMA, consider empiric antifungal therapy for those who reside or travel to regions where mycoses are endemic ( 5.1 ) Malignancies: Incidence of malignancies was greater in adalimumab-treated patients than in controls ( 5.2 ) Anaphylaxis or serious hypersensitivity reactions may occur ( 5.3 ) Hepatitis B virus reactivation: Monitor HBV carriers during and several months after therapy. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None ( 4 )

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