Rituximab And Hyaluronidase
Generic Name: rituximab and hyaluronidase
Brand Names:
Rituxan Hycela
11 DESCRIPTION RITUXAN HYCELA is a combination of rituximab and hyaluronidase human. Rituximab is a genetically engineered chimeric murine/human monoclonal IgG1 kappa antibody directed against the CD20 antigen. Rituximab has an approximate molecular weight of 145 kD. Rituximab has a binding affinity for the CD20 antigen of approximately 8.0 nM. Rituximab is produced by mammalian cell (Chinese Hamster Ovary) suspension.
Overview
11 DESCRIPTION RITUXAN HYCELA is a combination of rituximab and hyaluronidase human. Rituximab is a genetically engineered chimeric murine/human monoclonal IgG1 kappa antibody directed against the CD20 antigen. Rituximab has an approximate molecular weight of 145 kD. Rituximab has a binding affinity for the CD20 antigen of approximately 8.0 nM. Rituximab is produced by mammalian cell (Chinese Hamster Ovary) suspension.
Uses
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE RITUXAN HYCELA is a combination of rituximab, a CD20-directed cytolytic antibody, and hyaluronidase human, an endoglycosidase, indicated for the treatment of adult patients with: Follicular Lymphoma (FL) ( 1.1 ) Relapsed or refractory, follicular lymphoma as a single agent Previously untreated follicular lymphoma in combination with first line chemotherapy and, in patients achieving a complete or partial response to rituximab in combination with chemotherapy, as single-agent maintenance therapy Non-progressing (including stable disease), follicular lymphoma as a single agent after first-line cyclophosphamide, vincristine, and prednisone (CVP) chemotherapy Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma (DLBCL) ( 1.2 ) Previously untreated diffuse large B-cell lymphoma in combination...
Dosage
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION For subcutaneous use only ( 2.1 ) All patients must receive at least one full dose of a rituximab product by intravenous infusion before receiving RITUXAN HYCELA by subcutaneous injection ( 2.1 ). FL/DLBCL: Administer 1,400 mg/23,400 Units (1,400 mg rituximab and 23,400 Units hyaluronidase human) subcutaneously according to recommended schedule ( 2.2 , 2.3 ). CLL: Administer 1,600 mg/26,800 Units (1,600 mg rituximab and 26,800 Units hyaluronidase human) subcutaneously according to recommended schedule ( 2.4 ).
Side Effects
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Mucocutaneous reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Hepatitis B reactivation including fulminant hepatitis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Hypersensitivity and other administration reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Tumor lysis syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Infections [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] Cardiac arrhythmias [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ] Renal toxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8) ] Bowel obstruction and perforation [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9) ] Most common adverse reactions (incidence of ≥ 20%) are: ( 6.1 ) FL:...
Interactions
Renal toxicity when used in combination with cisplatin. ( 5.8 )
Warnings
WARNING: SEVERE MUCOCUTANEOUS REACTIONS, HEPATITIS B VIRUS REACTIVATION and PROGRESSIVE MULTIFOCAL LEUKOENCEPHALOPATHY WARNING: SEVERE MUCOCUTANEOUS REACTIONS, HEPATITIS B VIRUS REACTIVATION and PROGRESSIVE MULTIFOCAL LEUKOENCEPHALOPATHY See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning. Severe mucocutaneous reactions, some with fatal outcomes ( 5.1 ). Hepatitis B virus reactivation, in some cases resulting in fulminant hepatitis, hepatic failure, and death ( 5.2 ). 5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Hypersensitivity and other administration reactions: Local cutaneous reactions may occur more than 24 hours after administration. Interrupt injection if severe reaction develops. Premedicate before injection. ( 5.4 ) Tumor lysis syndrome: Administer aggressive intravenous hydration, anti hyperuricemic agents, monitor renal function. ( 5.5 ) Infections: Withhold and institute appropriate anti-infective therapy. ( 5.6 ) Cardiac adverse reactions: Discontinue in case of serious or life-threatening events. ( 5.7 ) Renal toxicity: Discontinue in patients with rising serum creatinine or oliguria. ( 5.8 ) Bowel obstruction and perforation: Consider and evaluate for abdominal pain, vomiting, or related symptoms. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None None.
Pregnancy
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on human data, rituximab-containing products can cause fetal harm due to B-cell lymphocytopenia in infants exposed to rituximab in-utero (see Clinical Considerations ) . There are no available data on RITUXAN HYCELA use in pregnant women to inform a drug-associated risk of major birth defects and miscarriage.
Storage
Storage Store RITUXAN HYCELA vials in the refrigerator at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) in the original carton to protect from light. Do not freeze.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rituximab And Hyaluronidase used for?▼
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE RITUXAN HYCELA is a combination of rituximab, a CD20-directed cytolytic antibody, and hyaluronidase human, an endoglycosidase, indicated for the treatment of adult patients with: Follicular Lymphoma (FL) ( 1.1 ) Relapsed or refractory, follicular lymphoma as a single agent Previously untreated follicular lymphoma in combination with first line chemotherapy and, in patients achieving a complete or partial response to rituximab in combination with chemotherapy, as single-agent maintenance therapy Non-progressing (including stable disease), follicular lymphoma as a single agent after first-line cyclophosphamide, vincristine, and prednisone (CVP) chemotherapy Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma (DLBCL) ( 1.2 ) Previously untreated diffuse large B-cell lymphoma in combination...
What are the side effects of Rituximab And Hyaluronidase?▼
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Mucocutaneous reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Hepatitis B reactivation including fulminant hepatitis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Hypersensitivity and other administration reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Tumor lysis syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Infections [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] Cardiac arrhythmias [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ] Renal toxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8) ] Bowel obstruction and perforation [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9) ] Most common adverse reactions (incidence of ≥ 20%) are: ( 6.1 ) FL:...
Can I take Rituximab And Hyaluronidase during pregnancy?▼
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on human data, rituximab-containing products can cause fetal harm due to B-cell lymphocytopenia in infants exposed to rituximab in-utero (see Clinical Considerations ) . There are no available data on RITUXAN HYCELA use in pregnant women to inform a drug-associated risk of major birth defects and miscarriage.
What are the important warnings for Rituximab And Hyaluronidase?▼
WARNING: SEVERE MUCOCUTANEOUS REACTIONS, HEPATITIS B VIRUS REACTIVATION and PROGRESSIVE MULTIFOCAL LEUKOENCEPHALOPATHY WARNING: SEVERE MUCOCUTANEOUS REACTIONS, HEPATITIS B VIRUS REACTIVATION and PROGRESSIVE MULTIFOCAL LEUKOENCEPHALOPATHY See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning. Severe mucocutaneous reactions, some with fatal outcomes ( 5.1 ). Hepatitis B virus reactivation, in some cases resulting in fulminant hepatitis, hepatic failure, and death ( 5.2 ). 5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Hypersensitivity and other administration reactions: Local cutaneous reactions may occur more than 24 hours after administration. Interrupt injection if severe reaction develops. Premedicate before injection. ( 5.4 ) Tumor lysis syndrome: Administer aggressive intravenous hydration, anti hyperuricemic agents, monitor renal function. ( 5.5 ) Infections: Withhold and institute appropriate anti-infective therapy. ( 5.6 ) Cardiac adverse reactions: Discontinue in case of serious or life-threatening events. ( 5.7 ) Renal toxicity: Discontinue in patients with rising serum creatinine or oliguria. ( 5.8 ) Bowel obstruction and perforation: Consider and evaluate for abdominal pain, vomiting, or related symptoms. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None None.
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