Galsulfase
Generic Name: galsulfase
Brand Names:
Naglazyme
11 DESCRIPTION NAGLAZYME is a formulation of galsulfase, which is a purified human enzyme that is produced by recombinant DNA technology in a Chinese hamster ovary cell line. Galsulfase (glycosaminoglycan N -acetylgalactosamine 4-sulfatase, EC 3.1.6.12) is a lysosomal enzyme that catalyzes the cleavage of the sulfate ester from terminal N –acetylgalactosamine 4-sulfate residues of glycosaminoglycans (GAG), chondroitin 4-sulfate and dermatan sulfate.
Overview
11 DESCRIPTION NAGLAZYME is a formulation of galsulfase, which is a purified human enzyme that is produced by recombinant DNA technology in a Chinese hamster ovary cell line. Galsulfase (glycosaminoglycan N -acetylgalactosamine 4-sulfatase, EC 3.1.6.12) is a lysosomal enzyme that catalyzes the cleavage of the sulfate ester from terminal N –acetylgalactosamine 4-sulfate residues of glycosaminoglycans (GAG), chondroitin 4-sulfate and dermatan sulfate.
Uses
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE NAGLAZYME is indicated for patients with Mucopolysaccharidosis VI (MPS VI, Maroteaux-Lamy syndrome). NAGLAZYME has been shown to improve walking and stair-climbing capacity. NAGLAZYME is a hydrolytic lysosomal glycosaminoglycan (GAG)-specific enzyme indicated for patients with Mucopolysaccharidosis VI (MPS VI; Maroteaux-Lamy syndrome). NAGLAZYME has been shown to improve walking and stair-climbing capacity. ( 1 )
Dosage
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Administration of NAGLAZYME should be supervised by a healthcare provider knowledgeable in the management of hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis. ( 2.1 ) The recommended dosage is 1 mg per kg of body weight administered once weekly as an intravenous infusion. ( 2.2 ) 2.1 Recommendations Prior to NAGLAZYME Treatment Administration of NAGLAZYME should be supervised by a healthcare provider knowledgeable in the management of hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . Initiate NAGLAZYME in a healthcare setting with appropriate medical monitoring and support measures, including access to cardiopulmonary resuscitation equipment [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] .
Side Effects
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS Serious and/or clinically significant adverse reactions described elsewhere in labeling include: Hypersensitivity Reactions Including Anaphylaxis [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Immune-Mediated Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Risk of Acute Cardiorespiratory Failure [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Acute Respiratory Complications Associated with Administration [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] Infusion Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] Spinal or Cervical Cord Compression [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )] The most common adverse reactions (≥10%) are: rash, pain, urticaria, pyrexia, pruritus, chills, headache, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and dyspnea.
Warnings
WARNING: HYPERSENSITIVITY REACTIONS INCLUDING ANAPHYLAXIS Patients treated with enzyme replacement therapies have experienced life-threatening hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis has occurred during the early course of enzyme replacement therapy and after extended duration of therapy. Initiate NAGLAZYME in a healthcare setting with appropriate medical monitoring and support measures, including access to cardiopulmonary resuscitation equipment. 5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Immune-Mediated Reactions : Immune-mediated reactions can occur with NAGLAZYME. Monitor patients for the development of immune complex-mediated reactions while receiving NAGLAZYME. ( 5.2 ) Risk of Acute Cardiorespiratory Failure : Caution should be exercised when administering NAGLAZYME to patients susceptible to fluid volume overload. Consider a decreased total infusion volume and infusion rate when administering NAGLAZYME to these patients. Appropriate medical monitoring and support measures should be available during infusion. ( 2.2 , 5.3 ) Acute Respiratory Complications : Sleep apnea is common in MPS VI patients and antihistamine pretreatment may increase the risk of apneic episodes. Appropriate respiratory support should be available during infusion. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None. (4)
Pregnancy
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Available data from a pregnancy sub-study within the MPS VI Clinical Surveillance Program and case reports with NAGLAZYME use in pregnant women have not identified a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes.
Storage
16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING NAGLAZYME injection is supplied as a sterile colorless to pale yellow, clear to slightly opalescent solution in clear Type I glass 5 mL vials, containing 5 mg galsulfase (expressed as protein content) per 5 mL solution. The closure consists of a siliconized chlorobutyl rubber stopper and an aluminum seal with a plastic flip-off cap.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Galsulfase used for?▼
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE NAGLAZYME is indicated for patients with Mucopolysaccharidosis VI (MPS VI, Maroteaux-Lamy syndrome). NAGLAZYME has been shown to improve walking and stair-climbing capacity. NAGLAZYME is a hydrolytic lysosomal glycosaminoglycan (GAG)-specific enzyme indicated for patients with Mucopolysaccharidosis VI (MPS VI; Maroteaux-Lamy syndrome). NAGLAZYME has been shown to improve walking and stair-climbing capacity. ( 1 )
What are the side effects of Galsulfase?▼
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS Serious and/or clinically significant adverse reactions described elsewhere in labeling include: Hypersensitivity Reactions Including Anaphylaxis [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Immune-Mediated Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Risk of Acute Cardiorespiratory Failure [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Acute Respiratory Complications Associated with Administration [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] Infusion Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] Spinal or Cervical Cord Compression [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )] The most common adverse reactions (≥10%) are: rash, pain, urticaria, pyrexia, pruritus, chills, headache, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and dyspnea.
Can I take Galsulfase during pregnancy?▼
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Available data from a pregnancy sub-study within the MPS VI Clinical Surveillance Program and case reports with NAGLAZYME use in pregnant women have not identified a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes.
What are the important warnings for Galsulfase?▼
WARNING: HYPERSENSITIVITY REACTIONS INCLUDING ANAPHYLAXIS Patients treated with enzyme replacement therapies have experienced life-threatening hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis has occurred during the early course of enzyme replacement therapy and after extended duration of therapy. Initiate NAGLAZYME in a healthcare setting with appropriate medical monitoring and support measures, including access to cardiopulmonary resuscitation equipment. 5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Immune-Mediated Reactions : Immune-mediated reactions can occur with NAGLAZYME. Monitor patients for the development of immune complex-mediated reactions while receiving NAGLAZYME. ( 5.2 ) Risk of Acute Cardiorespiratory Failure : Caution should be exercised when administering NAGLAZYME to patients susceptible to fluid volume overload. Consider a decreased total infusion volume and infusion rate when administering NAGLAZYME to these patients. Appropriate medical monitoring and support measures should be available during infusion. ( 2.2 , 5.3 ) Acute Respiratory Complications : Sleep apnea is common in MPS VI patients and antihistamine pretreatment may increase the risk of apneic episodes. Appropriate respiratory support should be available during infusion. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None. (4)
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