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Otulfi

USTEKINUMAB-AAUZ

Standard Dose
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Adult Patients with Plaque Psoriasis Subcutaneous Recommended Dosage ( 2.1 ): Weight Range (kilograms) Dosage less than or equal to 100 kg 45 mg administered subcutaneously initially and 4 weeks later, followed by 45 mg administered subcutaneously every 12 weeks greater than 100 kg 90 mg administered subcutaneously initially and 4 weeks later, followed by 90 mg administered subcutaneously every 12 weeks Pediatric Patients 6 Years of Age and Older with Plaque Psoriasis Subcutaneous Recommended Dosage ( 2.1 ): Weight-based dosing is recommended at the initial dose, 4 weeks later, then every 12 weeks thereafter. Weight Range (kilograms) Dose less than 60 kg 0.75 mg/kg 60 kg to 100 kg 45 mg greater than 100 kg 90 mg Psoriatic Arthritis Adult Subcutaneous Recommended Dosage ( 2.2 ): • The recommended dosage is 45 mg administered subcutaneously initially and 4 weeks later, followed by 45 mg administered subcutaneously every 12 weeks. • For patients with co-existent moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis weighing greater than 100 kg, the recommended dosage is 90 mg administered subcutaneously initially and 4 weeks later, followed by 90 mg administered subcutaneously every 12 weeks. Psoriatic Arthritis Pediatric 6 Years of Age and Older Subcutaneous Recommended Dosage ( 2.2 ): Weight-based dosing is recommended at the initial dose, 4 weeks later, then every 12 weeks thereafter. Weight Range (kilograms) Dose less than 60 kg 0.75 mg/kg 60 kg or more 45 mg greater than 100 kg with co-existent moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis 90 mg Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis Initial Adult Intravenous Recommended Dose ( 2.3 ): A single intravenous infusion using weight- based dosing: Weight Range (kilograms) Recommended Dose up to 55 kg 260 mg (2 vials) greater than 55 kg to 85 kg 390 mg (3 vials) greater than 85 kg 520 mg (4 vials) Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis Maintenance Adult Subcutaneous Recommended Dosage ( 2.3 ): A subcutaneous 90 mg dose 8 weeks after the initial intravenous dose, then every 8 weeks thereafter. 2.1 Recommended Dosage in Plaque Psoriasis Subcutaneous Adult Dosage Regimen • For patients weighing 100 kg or less, the recommended dosage is 45 mg initially and 4 weeks later, followed by 45 mg every 12 weeks. • For patients weighing more than 100 kg, the recommended dosage is 90 mg initially and 4 weeks later, followed by 90 mg every 12 weeks. In subjects weighing more than 100 kg, 45 mg was also shown to be efficacious. However, 90 mg resulted in greater efficacy in these subjects [see Clinical Studies ( 14 )] . Subcutaneous Pediatric Dosage Regimen Administer OTULFI subcutaneously at Weeks 0 and 4, then every 12 weeks thereafter. The recommended dose of OTULFI for pediatric patients 6 years of age and older with plaque psoriasis based on body weight is shown below ( Table 1 ). Table 1: Recommended Dose of OTULFI for Subcutaneous Injection in Pediatric Patients 6 Years of Age and Older with Plaque Psoriasis For pediatric patients weighing less than 60 kg, the administration volume for the recommended dose (0.75 mg/kg) is shown in Table 2 ; withdraw the appropriate volume from the single-dose vial. Body Weight of Patient at the Time of Dosing Recommended Dose less than 60 kg 0.75 mg/kg 60 kg to 100 kg 45 mg more than 100 kg 90 mg Table 2: Injection volumes of OTULFI 45 mg/0.5 mL single-dose vials for pediatric patients 6 years of age and older with plaque psoriasis and pediatric patients 6 years of age and older with psoriatic arthritis* weighing less than 60 kg Body Weight (kg) at the time of dosing Dose (mg) Volume of injection (mL) 15 11.3 0.12 16 12.0 0.13 17 12.8 0.14 18 13.5 0.15 19 14.3 0.16 20 15.0 0.17 21 15.8 0.17 22 16.5 0.18 23 17.3 0.19 24 18.0 0.20 25 18.8 0.21 26 19.5 0.22 27 20.3 0.22 28 21.0 0.23 29 21.8 0.24 30 22.5 0.25 31 23.3 0.26 32 24 0.27 33 24.8 0.27 34 25.5 0.28 35 26.3 0.29 36 27 0.3 37 27.8 0.31 38 28.5 0.32 39 29.3 0.32 40 30 0.33 41 30.8 0.34 42 31.5 0.35 43 32.3 0.36 44 33 0.37 45 33.8 0.37 46 34.5 0.38 47 35.3 0.39 48 36 0.4 49 36.8 0.41 50 37.5 0.42 51 38.3 0.42 52 39 0.43 53 39.8 0.44 54 40.5 0.45 55 41.3 0.46 56 42 0.46 57 42.8 0.47 58 43.5 0.48 59 44.3 0.49 * Refer to 2.2 Psoriatic Arthritis; Subcutaneous Pediatric Dosage Regimen. 2.2 Recommended Dosage in Psoriatic Arthritis Subcutaneous Adult Dosage Regimen • The recommended dosage is 45 mg initially and 4 weeks later, followed by 45 mg every 12 weeks. • For patients with co-existent moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis weighing more than 100 kg, the recommended dosage is 90 mg initially and 4 weeks later, followed by 90 mg every 12 weeks. Subcutaneous Pediatric Dosage Regimen Administer OTULFI subcutaneously at Weeks 0 and 4, then every 12 weeks thereafter. The recommended dose of OTULFI for pediatric patients 6 years of age and older with psoriatic arthritis, based on body weight, is shown below ( Table 3 ). Table 3: Recommended Dose of OTULFI for Subcutaneous Injection in Pediatric Patients 6 Years of Age and Older with Psoriatic Arthritis * For pediatric patients weighing less than 60 kg, the administration volume for the recommended dose (0.75 mg/kg) is shown in Table 2 ; withdraw the appropriate volume from the single-dose vial. Body Weight of Patient at the Time of Dosing Recommended Dose less than 60 kg * 0.75 mg/kg 60 kg or more 45 mg greater than 100 kg with co-existent moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis 90 mg 2.3 Recommended Dosage in Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis Intravenous Induction Adult Dosage Regimen A single intravenous infusion dose of OTULFI using the weight-based dosage regimen specified in Table 4 [see Instructions for dilution of OTULFI 130 mg vial for intravenous infusion ( 2.5 )] . Table 4: Initial Intravenous Dosage of OTULFI Body Weight of Patient at the time of dosing Dose Number of 130 mg/26 mL (5 mg/mL) OTULFI vials 55 kg or less 260 mg 2 more than 55 kg to 85 kg 390 mg 3 more than 85 kg 520 mg 4 Subcutaneous Maintenance Adult Dosage Regimen The recommended maintenance dosage is a subcutaneous 90 mg dose administered 8 weeks after the initial intravenous dose, then every 8 weeks thereafter. 2.4 General Considerations for Administration • OTULFI is intended for use under the guidance and supervision of a healthcare provider. OTULFI should only be administered to patients who will be closely monitored and have regular follow-up visits with a healthcare provider. The appropriate dose should be determined by a healthcare provider using the patient's current weight at the time of dosing. In pediatric patients, it is recommended that OTULFI be administered by a healthcare provider. If a healthcare provider determines that it is appropriate, a patient may self-inject or a caregiver may inject OTULFI after proper training in subcutaneous injection technique. Instruct patients to follow the directions provided in the Instructions for Use [see Instructions for Use] . • The needle cover on the prefilled syringe is not made with natural rubber (a derivative of latex). • It is recommended that each injection be administered at a different anatomic location (such as upper arms, gluteal regions, thighs, or any quadrant of abdomen) than the previous injection, and not into areas where the skin is tender, bruised, erythematous, or indurated. When using the single-dose vial, a 1 mL syringe with a 27 gauge, ½ inch needle is recommended. • Prior to administration, visually inspect OTULFI for particulate matter and discoloration. OTULFI is a clear to slightly opalescent and colorless to slightly brown-yellow solution. Do not use OTULFI if it is discolored or cloudy, or if other particulate matter is present. OTULFI does not contain preservatives; therefore, discard any unused product remaining in the vial and/or syringe. 2.5 Preparation and Administration of OTULFI 130 mg/26 mL (5 mg/mL) Vial for Intravenous Infusion (Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis) OTULFI solution for intravenous infusion must be diluted, prepared and infused by a healthcare professional using aseptic technique. 1. Calculate the dose and the number of OTULFI vials needed based on patient weight ( Table 4 ). Each 26 mL vial of OTULFI contains 130 mg of ustekinumab-aauz. 2. Withdraw, and then discard a volume of the 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP from the 250 mL infusion bag equal to the volume of OTULFI to be added (discard 26 mL sodium chloride for each vial of OTULFI needed, for 2 vials- discard 52 mL, for 3 vials- discard 78 mL, 4 vials- discard 104 mL). Alternatively, a 250 mL infusion bag containing 0.45% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP may be used. 3. Withdraw 26 mL of OTULFI from each vial needed and add it to the 250 mL infusion bag. The final volume in the infusion bag should be 250 mL. Gently mix. 4. Visually inspect the diluted solution before infusion. Do not use if visibly opaque particles, discoloration or foreign particles are observed. 5. Infuse the diluted solution over a period of at least one hour. Once diluted, the infusion should be completely administered within eight hours of the dilution in the infusion bag. 6. Use only polypropylene (PP) or polyvinylchloride (PVC) infusion sets with an in-line, sterile, non-pyrogenic, low protein-binding filter (pore size 0.2 micrometer). 7. Do not infuse OTULFI concomitantly in the same intravenous line with other agents. 8. OTULFI does not contain preservatives. Each vial is for one-time use in only one patient. Discard any remaining solution. Dispose any unused medicinal product in accordance with local requirements. Storage If necessary, the diluted infusion solution may be kept at room temperature up to 25°C (77°F) for up to 7 hours. Storage time at room temperature begins once the diluted solution has been prepared. The infusion should be completed within 8 hours after the dilution in the infusion bag (cumulative time after preparation including the storage and the infusion period). Do not freeze. Discard any unused portion of the infusion solution. Protect from light.
Max Dose
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Primary Use
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE OTULFI is a human interleukin-12 and -23 antagonist indicated for the treatment of: Adult patients with: • moderate to severe plaque psoriasis (PsO) who are candidates for phototherapy or systemic therapy.
Summary

Indications and usage 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE OTULFI is a human interleukin-12 and -23 antagonist indicated for the treatment of: Adult patients with: • moderate to severe plaque psoriasis (PsO) who are candidates for phototherapy or systemic therapy. ( 1.1 ) • active psoriatic arthritis (PsA) . ( 1.2 ) • moderately to severely active Crohn's disease (CD) . ( 1.3 ) • moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis. ( 1.4 ) Pediatric patients 6 years and older with: • moderate to severe plaque psoriasis (PsO) , who are candidates for phototherapy or systemic therapy. ( 1.1 ) • active psoriatic arthritis (PsA) . ( 1.2 ) 1.1 Plaque Psoriasis (PsO) OTULFI is indicated for the treatment of adults and pediatric patients 6 years of age and older with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis who are candidates for phototherapy or systemic therapy. 1.2 Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA) OTULFI is indicated for the treatment of adults and pediatric patients 6 years of age and older with active psoriatic arthritis. 1.3 Crohn's Disease (CD) OTULFI is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with moderately to severely active Crohn's disease. 1.4 Ulcerative Colitis OTULFI is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis.

Dosage and administration 2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Adult Patients with Plaque Psoriasis Subcutaneous Recommended Dosage ( 2.1 ): Weight Range (kilograms) Dosage less than or equal to 100 kg 45 mg administered subcutaneously initially and 4 weeks later, followed by 45 mg administered subcutaneously every 12 weeks greater than 100 kg 90 mg administered subcutaneously initially and 4 weeks later, followed by 90 mg administered subcutaneously every 12 weeks Pediatric Patients 6 Years of Age and Older with Plaque Psoriasis Subcutaneous Recommended Dosage ( 2.1 ): Weight-based dosing is recommended at the initial dose, 4 weeks later, then every 12 weeks thereafter.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE OTULFI is a human interleukin-12 and -23 antagonist indicated for the treatment of: Adult patients with: • moderate to severe plaque psoriasis (PsO) who are candidates for phototherapy or systemic therapy. ( 1.1 ) • active psoriatic arthritis (PsA) . ( 1.2 ) • moderately to severely active Crohn's disease (CD) . ( 1.3 ) • moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis. ( 1.4 ) Pediatric patients 6 years and older with: • moderate to severe plaque psoriasis (PsO) , who are candidates for phototherapy or systemic therapy. ( 1.1 ) • active psoriatic arthritis (PsA) . ( 1.2 ) 1.1 Plaque Psoriasis (PsO) OTULFI is indicated for the treatment of adults and pediatric patients 6 years of age and older with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis who are candidates for phototherapy or systemic therapy. 1.2 Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA) OTULFI is indicated for the treatment of adults and pediatric patients 6 years of age and older with active psoriatic arthritis. 1.3 Crohn's Disease (CD) OTULFI is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with moderately to severely active Crohn's disease. 1.4 Ulcerative Colitis OTULFI is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis. Dosage and administration 2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Adult Patients with Plaque Psoriasis Subcutaneous Recommended Dosage ( 2.1 ): Weight Range (kilograms) Dosage less than or equal to 100 kg 45 mg administered subcutaneously initially and 4 weeks later, followed by 45 mg administered subcutaneously every 12 weeks greater than 100 kg 90 mg administered subcutaneously initially and 4 weeks later, followed by 90 mg administered subcutaneously every 12 weeks Pediatric Patients 6 Years of Age and Older with Plaque Psoriasis Subcutaneous Recommended Dosage ( 2.1 ): Weight-based dosing is recommended at the initial dose, 4 weeks later, then every 12 weeks thereafter. Weight Range (kilograms) Dose less than 60 kg 0.75 mg/kg 60 kg to 100 kg 45 mg greater than 100 kg 90 mg Psoriatic Arthritis Adult Subcutaneous Recommended Dosage ( 2.2 ): • The recommended dosage is 45 mg administered subcutaneously initially and 4 weeks later, followed by 45 mg administered subcutaneously every 12 weeks. • For patients with co-existent moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis weighing greater than 100 kg, the recommended dosage is 90 mg administered subcutaneously initially and 4 weeks later, followed by 90 mg administered subcutaneously every 12 weeks. Psoriatic Arthritis Pediatric 6 Years of Age and Older Subcutaneous Recommended Dosage ( 2.2 ): Weight-based dosing is recommended at the initial dose, 4 weeks later, then every 12 weeks thereafter. Weight Range (kilograms) Dose less than 60 kg 0.75 mg/kg 60 kg or more 45 mg greater than 100 kg with co-existent moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis 90 mg Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis Initial Adult Intravenous Recommended Dose ( 2.3 ): A single intravenous infusion using weight- based dosing: Weight Range (kilograms) Recommended Dose up to 55 kg 260 mg (2 vials) greater than 55 kg to 85 kg 390 mg (3 vials) greater than 85 kg 520 mg (4 vials) Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis Maintenance Adult Subcutaneous Recommended Dosage ( 2.3 ): A subcutaneous 90 mg dose 8 weeks after the initial intravenous dose, then every 8 weeks thereafter. 2.1 Recommended Dosage in Plaque Psoriasis Subcutaneous Adult Dosage Regimen • For patients weighing 100 kg or less, the recommended dosage is 45 mg initially and 4 weeks later, followed by 45 mg every 12 weeks. • For patients weighing more than 100 kg, the recommended dosage is 90 mg initially and 4 weeks later, followed by 90 mg every 12 weeks. In subjects weighing more than 100 kg, 45 mg was also shown to be efficacious. However, 90 mg resulted in greater efficacy in these subjects [see Clinical Studies ( 14 )] . Subcutaneous Pediatric Dosage Regimen Administer OTULFI subcutaneously at Weeks 0 and 4, then every 12 weeks thereafter. The recommended dose of OTULFI for pediatric patients 6 years of age and older with plaque psoriasis based on body weight is shown below ( Table 1 ). Table 1: Recommended Dose of OTULFI for Subcutaneous Injection in Pediatric Patients 6 Years of Age and Older with Plaque Psoriasis For pediatric patients weighing less than 60 kg, the administration volume for the recommended dose (0.75 mg/kg) is shown in Table 2 ; withdraw the appropriate volume from the single-dose vial. Body Weight of Patient at the Time of Dosing Recommended Dose less than 60 kg 0.75 mg/kg 60 kg to 100 kg 45 mg more than 100 kg 90 mg Table 2: Injection volumes of OTULFI 45 mg/0.5 mL single-dose vials for pediatric patients 6 years of age and older with plaque psoriasis and pediatric patients 6 years of age and older with psoriatic arthritis* weighing less than 60 kg Body Weight (kg) at the time of dosing Dose (mg) Volume of injection (mL) 15 11.3 0.12 16 12.0 0.13 17 12.8 0.14 18 13.5 0.15 19 14.3 0

Monitoring

  • 5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Infections : Serious infections have occurred.
  • Avoid starting OTULFI during any clinically important active infection.
  • If a serious infection or clinically significant infection develops, discontinue OTULFI until the infection resolves.
  • ( 5.1 ) • Theoretical Risk for Particular Infections : Serious infections from mycobacteria, salmonella and Bacillus Calmette-Guerin (BCG) vaccinations have been reported in patients genetically deficient in IL- 12/IL-23.

Interaction Notes

  • 7 DRUG INTERACTIONS 7.1 Concomitant Therapies In trials in subjects with plaque psoriasis, the safety of ustekinumab products in combination with immunosuppressive agents or phototherapy has not been evaluated.
  • In trials in subjects with psoriatic arthritis, concomitant MTX use did not appear to influence the safety or efficacy of ustekinumab.
  • In trials in subjects with Crohn’s disease (CD-1 and CD-2) and ulcerative colitis (UC-1), immunomodulators (6-MP, AZA, MTX) were used concomitantly in approximately 30% of subjects and corticosteroids were used concomitantly in approximately 40% and 50% of Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis subjects, respectively.
  • Use of these concomitant therapies did not appear to influence the overall safety or efficacy of ustekinumab.
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