FEIBA
ANTI-INHIBITOR COAGULANT COMPLEX
Indications and usage 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE FEIBA is an Anti-Inhibitor Coagulant Complex indicated for use in hemophilia A and B patients with inhibitors for: Control and prevention of bleeding episodes Perioperative management Routine prophylaxis to prevent or reduce the frequency of bleeding episodes.
FEIBA is not indicated for the treatment of bleeding episodes resulting from coagulation factor deficiencies in the absence of inhibitors to coagulation factor VIII or coagulation factor IX.
Structured Monograph
Clinical summary
Indications and usage 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE FEIBA is an Anti-Inhibitor Coagulant Complex indicated for use in hemophilia A and B patients with inhibitors for: Control and prevention of bleeding episodes Perioperative management Routine prophylaxis to prevent or reduce the frequency of bleeding episodes. FEIBA is not indicated for the treatment of bleeding episodes resulting from coagulation factor deficiencies in the absence of inhibitors to coagulation factor VIII or coagulation factor IX. FEIBA is an Anti-Inhibitor Coagulant Complex indicated for use in hemophilia A and B patients with inhibitors for: Control and prevention of bleeding episodes. Perioperative management. Routine prophylaxis to prevent or reduce the frequency of bleeding episodes. FEIBA is not indicated for the treatment of bleeding episodes resulting from coagulation factor deficiencies in the absence of inhibitors to factor VIII or factor IX. ( 1 ) Dosage and administration 2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION For intravenous use after reconstitution only. For intravenous use after reconstitution only ( 2 ) Each vial of FEIBA contains the labeled amount of factor VIII inhibitor bypassing activity in units. ( 2.1 ) Type of Bleeding Dose (unit/kg) Frequency/Duration Control and Prevention of Bleeding 50 - 100 Determined by the type of bleeding episode Perioperative Management 50 - 100 Determined by the type of surgical intervention Routine Prophylaxis 85 Every other day Maximum injection or infusion rate must not exceed 10 units per kg of body weight per minute. ( 2.3 ) 2.1 Dose A guide for dosing FEIBA is provided in Table 1. Table 1: Dosing Guidelines Dose (unit/kg) Frequency of Doses (hours) Duration of Therapy Control and Prevention of Bleeding Joint Hemorrhage 50 – 100 12 Until pain and acute disabilities are improved. Mucous Membrane Bleeding 50 – 100 6 At least 1 day or until bleeding is resolved. Soft Tissue Hemorrhage (e.g., retroperitoneal bleeding) 100 12 Until resolution of bleed. Other Severe Hemorrhage (e.g., CNS bleeds) 100 6 – 12 Until resolution of bleed. Perioperative Management Preoperative 50 – 100 One time dose Immediately prior to surgery. Postoperative 50 – 100 6 – 12 Until resolution of bleed and healing are achieved. Routine Prophylaxis 85 Every other day Dosage and duration of treatment depend on the location and extent of bleeding, and the patient's clinical condition. Careful monitoring of replacement therapy is necessary in cases of major surgery or life-threatening bleeding episodes. Each vial of FEIBA contains the labeled amount of factor VIII inhibitor bypassing activity in units. Base the dose and frequency of FEIBA on the individual clinical response. Clinical response to treatment with FEIBA may vary by patient and may not correlate with the patient's inhibitor titer. Record the name of the patient and batch number of the product in order to maintain a link between the patient and the batch of the product. Do not exceed a single dose of 100 units per kg body weight or a daily dose of 200 units per kg body weight [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . 2.2 Preparation and Reconstitution Use aseptic technique throughout the entire reconstitution process. If the patient uses more than one vial per injection, reconstitute each vial according to the following instructions. Allow the vials of FEIBA and Sterile Water for Injection (diluent) to reach room temperature, if refrigerated. Remove the plastic caps from the concentrate and diluent vials. Wipe the stoppers of both vials with a sterile alcohol swab and allow them to dry prior to use. Open the package of BAXJECT II Hi-Flow device by peeling away the lid completely without touching the inside (Fig. A). Do not remove the device from the package. Do not touch the clear spike. Place the diluent vial on a flat and solid surface. Turn the package over and insert the clear plastic spike through the diluent stopper by pressing straight down (Fig. B). Grip the BAXJECT II Hi-Flow device package at the edges and pull the package off the device (Fig. C). Do not remove the blue protective cap from the BAXJECT II Hi-Flow device. Do not touch the purple spike. Turn the system over, so that the diluent vial is on top. Quickly insert the purple spike of the BAXJECT II Hi-Flow device fully into the FEIBA vial. The vacuum will draw the diluent into the FEIBA vial (Fig. D). The connection of the two vials should be done expeditiously to close the open fluid pathway created by the first insertion of the spike to the diluent vial. Gently swirl (do not shake) the vial until FEIBA is completely dissolved. Make sure that FEIBA has been dissolved completely; otherwise, active material will not pass through the device filter. The reconstituted solution should be inspected visually for particulate matter before administration. The solution should be discarded if it is not clear or is discolored. After reconstitution of FEIBA is complete, the injection or infusion should begin immediately a
Boxed Warning
WARNING: EMBOLIC and THROMBOTIC EVENTS Thromboembolic events have been reported during postmarketing surveillance following infusion of FEIBA, particularly following the administration of high doses and/or in patients with thrombotic risk factors. Monitor patients receiving FEIBA for signs and symptoms of thromboembolic events. WARNING: EMBOLIC and THROMBOTIC EVENTS See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning. Thromboembolic events have been reported during postmarketing surveillance, particularly following the administration of high doses and/or in patients with thrombotic risk factors. Monitor patients receiving FEIBA for signs and symptoms of thromboembolic events ( 5.1 , 6.2 ).
Monitoring
- • 5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS FEIBA can cause thromboembolic events following doses above 200 units per kg per day and in patients with thrombotic risk factors.
- • Monitor patients receiving FEIBA for signs and symptoms of thromboembolic events.
- • ( 5.1 ) Anaphylaxis and severe hypersensitivity reactions may occur.
- • Should symptoms occur, discontinue treatment with FEIBA and administer appropriate treatment.
Interaction Notes
- • 7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Consider the possibility of thrombotic events when systemic antifibrinolytics such as tranexamic acid and aminocaproic acid are used.
- • Use of antifibrinolytics within approximately 6 to 12 hours after the administration of FEIBA is not recommended.
- • ( 7 ) 7.1 Concomitant Medications Consider the possibility of thrombotic events when systemic antifibrinolytics such as tranexamic acid and aminocaproic acid are used during treatment with FEIBA.
- • No adequate and well-controlled studies of the combined or sequential use of FEIBA and recombinant factor VIIa antifibrinolytics, or emicizumab have been conducted.