Tildrakizumab-asmn

Generic Name: tildrakizumab-asmn

Interleukin-23 Antagonist [EPC]Over-the-Counter (OTC)

Brand Names:

Ilumya

11 DESCRIPTION Tildrakizumab-asmn is a humanized IgG1/k antibody that specifically binds to the p19 subunit of interleukin-23 (IL-23). Tildrakizumab-asmn is produced in a recombinant Chinese hamster ovary (CHO) cell line and has an approximate molecular mass of 147 kilodaltons. ILUMYA (tildrakizumab-asmn) injection, for subcutaneous use, is a sterile, clear to slightly opalescent, colorless to slightly yellow solution.

Overview

11 DESCRIPTION Tildrakizumab-asmn is a humanized IgG1/k antibody that specifically binds to the p19 subunit of interleukin-23 (IL-23). Tildrakizumab-asmn is produced in a recombinant Chinese hamster ovary (CHO) cell line and has an approximate molecular mass of 147 kilodaltons. ILUMYA (tildrakizumab-asmn) injection, for subcutaneous use, is a sterile, clear to slightly opalescent, colorless to slightly yellow solution.

Uses

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE ILUMYA ® is indicated for the treatment of adults with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis who are candidates for systemic therapy or phototherapy. ILUMYA is an interleukin-23 antagonist indicated for the treatment of adults with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis who are candidates for systemic therapy or phototherapy. ( 1 )

Dosage

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION See the full prescribing information for recommended evaluations and immunizations prior to treatment. ( 2.1 ) Administer by subcutaneous injection. ( 2.2 ) Recommended dosage is 100 mg at Weeks 0, 4, and every 12 weeks thereafter. ( 2.2 ) 2.1 Recommended Evaluation and Immunization Prior to Treatment Initiation Evaluate patients for tuberculosis (TB) infection prior to initiating treatment with ILUMYA [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] . Consider completion of all age appropriate immunizations according to current immunization guidelines. [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] 2.2 Dosage ILUMYA is administered by subcutaneous injection. The recommended dosage is 100 mg at Weeks 0, 4, and every 12 weeks thereafter.

Side Effects

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions are discussed elsewhere in the labeling: Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Infections [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Most common (≥1%) adverse reactions associated with ILUMYA treatment are upper respiratory infections, injection site reactions, and diarrhea. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc. at 1-800-818-4555 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Warnings

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Hypersensitivity: If a serious allergic reaction occurs, discontinue ILUMYA immediately and initiate appropriate therapy. ( 5.1 ) Infections : ILUMYA may increase the risk of infection. Instruct patients to seek medical advice if signs or symptoms of clinically important chronic or acute infection occur. If a serious infection develops, consider discontinuing ILUMYA until the infection resolves. ( 5.2 ) Pretreatment Evaluation for Tuberculosis (TB): Evaluate for TB prior to initiating treatment. ( 5.3 ) Immunizations : Avoid use of live vaccines. ( 5.4 ) 5.1 Hypersensitivity Cases of angioedema and urticaria occurred in ILUMYA treated subjects in clinical trials. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS ILUMYA is contraindicated in patients with a previous serious hypersensitivity reaction to tildrakizumab or to any of the excipients [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]. Serious hypersensitivity reaction to tildrakizumab or to any of the excipients. ( 4 )

Pregnancy

8.1 Pregnancy Pregnancy Exposure Registry There is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors outcomes in women with plaque psoriasis who become pregnant while being treated with or who are exposed to ILUMYA during pregnancy. These patients should be encouraged to enroll in this registry by calling MotherToBaby a service of the Organization of Teratology Information Specialists (OTIS) at 1-866-626-6847 or by visiting the website https://mothertobaby.org/ongoing-study/ilumya-tildrakizumab-asmn.

Storage

16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING How Supplied ILUMYA (tildrakizumab-asmn) Injection is a sterile, preservative-free, clear to slightly opalescent, colorless to slightly yellow solution. ILUMYA is supplied as one single-dose prefilled syringe per carton that delivers 1 mL of a 100 mg/mL solution.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tildrakizumab-asmn used for?

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE ILUMYA ® is indicated for the treatment of adults with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis who are candidates for systemic therapy or phototherapy. ILUMYA is an interleukin-23 antagonist indicated for the treatment of adults with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis who are candidates for systemic therapy or phototherapy. ( 1 )

What are the side effects of Tildrakizumab-asmn?

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions are discussed elsewhere in the labeling: Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Infections [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Most common (≥1%) adverse reactions associated with ILUMYA treatment are upper respiratory infections, injection site reactions, and diarrhea. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc. at 1-800-818-4555 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Can I take Tildrakizumab-asmn during pregnancy?

8.1 Pregnancy Pregnancy Exposure Registry There is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors outcomes in women with plaque psoriasis who become pregnant while being treated with or who are exposed to ILUMYA during pregnancy. These patients should be encouraged to enroll in this registry by calling MotherToBaby a service of the Organization of Teratology Information Specialists (OTIS) at 1-866-626-6847 or by visiting the website https://mothertobaby.org/ongoing-study/ilumya-tildrakizumab-asmn.

What are the important warnings for Tildrakizumab-asmn?

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Hypersensitivity: If a serious allergic reaction occurs, discontinue ILUMYA immediately and initiate appropriate therapy. ( 5.1 ) Infections : ILUMYA may increase the risk of infection. Instruct patients to seek medical advice if signs or symptoms of clinically important chronic or acute infection occur. If a serious infection develops, consider discontinuing ILUMYA until the infection resolves. ( 5.2 ) Pretreatment Evaluation for Tuberculosis (TB): Evaluate for TB prior to initiating treatment. ( 5.3 ) Immunizations : Avoid use of live vaccines. ( 5.4 ) 5.1 Hypersensitivity Cases of angioedema and urticaria occurred in ILUMYA treated subjects in clinical trials. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS ILUMYA is contraindicated in patients with a previous serious hypersensitivity reaction to tildrakizumab or to any of the excipients [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]. Serious hypersensitivity reaction to tildrakizumab or to any of the excipients. ( 4 )

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