Pegcetacoplan
Generic Name: pegcetacoplan
Brand Names:
Syfovre
11 DESCRIPTION SYFOVRE contains pegcetacoplan, a complement inhibitor. Pegcetacoplan is a symmetrical molecule composed of two identical pentadecapeptides covalently bound to the ends of a linear 40 kiloDalton (kDa) polyethylene glycol (PEG) molecule. The peptide portions of pegcetacoplan contain 1-methyl-L-tryptophan (Trp(Me)) in position 4 and amino (ethoxyethoxy) acetic acid (AEEA) in position 14. The molecular weight of pegcetacoplan is approximately 43.5 kDa.
Overview
11 DESCRIPTION SYFOVRE contains pegcetacoplan, a complement inhibitor. Pegcetacoplan is a symmetrical molecule composed of two identical pentadecapeptides covalently bound to the ends of a linear 40 kiloDalton (kDa) polyethylene glycol (PEG) molecule. The peptide portions of pegcetacoplan contain 1-methyl-L-tryptophan (Trp(Me)) in position 4 and amino (ethoxyethoxy) acetic acid (AEEA) in position 14. The molecular weight of pegcetacoplan is approximately 43.5 kDa.
Uses
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE SYFOVRE is indicated for the treatment of geographic atrophy (GA) secondary to age-related macular degeneration (AMD). SYFOVRE is a complement inhibitor indicated for the treatment of geographic atrophy (GA) secondary to age-related macular degeneration (AMD). ( 1 )
Dosage
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION The recommended dose for SYFOVRE is 15 mg (0.1 mL of 150 mg/mL solution) administered by intravitreal injection to each affected eye once every 25 to 60 days. ( 2.2 ) 2.1 General Dosing Information SYFOVRE must be administered by a qualified physician. 2.2 Recommended Dosage The recommended dose for SYFOVRE is 15 mg (0.1 mL of 150 mg/mL solution) administered by intravitreal injection to each affected eye once every 25 to 60 days. 2.3 Preparation for Administration Store SYFOVRE in the refrigerator between 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F); Keep the vial in the original carton to protect from light. SYFOVRE is available packaged as follows: Vial Only Vial Kit with Injection Components (filter needle, syringe, injection needle) Remove the carton from the refrigerator.
Side Effects
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Ocular and periocular infections [see Contraindications (4.1) ] Active intraocular inflammation [see Contraindications (4.2) ] Hypersensitivity [see Contraindications (4.3) ] Endophthalmitis and retinal detachments [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Retinal Vasculitis and/or Retinal Vascular Occlusion [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Neovascular AMD [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Intraocular inflammation [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Increased intraocular pressure [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥5%) are ocular discomfort, neovascular age-related macular degeneration, vitreous floaters, and conjunctival hem...
Warnings
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Endophthalmitis and Retinal Detachments ( 5.1 ) Retinal Vasculitis and/or Retinal Vascular Occlusion ( 5.2 ) Neovascular AMD ( 5.3 ) Intraocular inflammation ( 5.4 ) Increased Intraocular Pressure ( 5.5 ) 5.1 Endophthalmitis and Retinal Detachments Intravitreal injections, including those with SYFOVRE, may be associated with endophthalmitis and retinal detachments [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . Proper aseptic injection technique must always be used when administering SYFOVRE in order to minimize the risk of endophthalmitis [see Dosage and Administration (2.4) ] . Patients should be instructed to report any symptoms suggestive of endophthalmitis or retinal detachment without delay and should be managed appropriately. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Ocular or Periocular Infections ( 4.1 ) Active Intraocular Inflammation ( 4.2 ) Hypersensitivity ( 4.3 ) 4.1 Ocular or Periocular Infections SYFOVRE is contraindicated in patients with ocular or periocular infections [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . 4.2 Active Intraocular Inflammation SYFOVRE is contraindicated in patients with active intraocular inflammation.
Pregnancy
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary There are no adequate and well-controlled studies of SYFOVRE administration in pregnant women to inform a drug-associated risk. The use of SYFOVRE may be considered following an assessment of the risks and benefits. Systemic exposure of SYFOVRE following ocular administration is low [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] .
Storage
16.2 Storage and Handling Refrigerate SYFOVRE between 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F). Store the vial in the original carton to protect from light. Do not use beyond the expiration date on the carton. Do not shake.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pegcetacoplan used for?▼
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE SYFOVRE is indicated for the treatment of geographic atrophy (GA) secondary to age-related macular degeneration (AMD). SYFOVRE is a complement inhibitor indicated for the treatment of geographic atrophy (GA) secondary to age-related macular degeneration (AMD). ( 1 )
What are the side effects of Pegcetacoplan?▼
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Ocular and periocular infections [see Contraindications (4.1) ] Active intraocular inflammation [see Contraindications (4.2) ] Hypersensitivity [see Contraindications (4.3) ] Endophthalmitis and retinal detachments [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Retinal Vasculitis and/or Retinal Vascular Occlusion [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Neovascular AMD [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Intraocular inflammation [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Increased intraocular pressure [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥5%) are ocular discomfort, neovascular age-related macular degeneration, vitreous floaters, and conjunctival hem...
Can I take Pegcetacoplan during pregnancy?▼
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary There are no adequate and well-controlled studies of SYFOVRE administration in pregnant women to inform a drug-associated risk. The use of SYFOVRE may be considered following an assessment of the risks and benefits. Systemic exposure of SYFOVRE following ocular administration is low [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] .
What are the important warnings for Pegcetacoplan?▼
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Endophthalmitis and Retinal Detachments ( 5.1 ) Retinal Vasculitis and/or Retinal Vascular Occlusion ( 5.2 ) Neovascular AMD ( 5.3 ) Intraocular inflammation ( 5.4 ) Increased Intraocular Pressure ( 5.5 ) 5.1 Endophthalmitis and Retinal Detachments Intravitreal injections, including those with SYFOVRE, may be associated with endophthalmitis and retinal detachments [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . Proper aseptic injection technique must always be used when administering SYFOVRE in order to minimize the risk of endophthalmitis [see Dosage and Administration (2.4) ] . Patients should be instructed to report any symptoms suggestive of endophthalmitis or retinal detachment without delay and should be managed appropriately. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Ocular or Periocular Infections ( 4.1 ) Active Intraocular Inflammation ( 4.2 ) Hypersensitivity ( 4.3 ) 4.1 Ocular or Periocular Infections SYFOVRE is contraindicated in patients with ocular or periocular infections [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . 4.2 Active Intraocular Inflammation SYFOVRE is contraindicated in patients with active intraocular inflammation.
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