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VYEPTI (BLA-761119)

(EPTINEZUMAB-JJMR)

Safety-related Labeling Changes Approved by FDA Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER)

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10/22/2025 (SUPPL-11)

Approved Drug Label (PDF)

6 Adverse Reactions

6.1 Clinical Trials Experience

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In Study 3, the safety profile observed in 480 patients who were randomized and treated (238 to VYEPTI 100 mg and 242 to placebo) was consistent with the safety profile observed in the two pivotal placebo-controlled studies with VYEPTI (Study 1 and Study 2).

03/21/2025 (SUPPL-12)

Approved Drug Label (PDF)

5 Warnings and Precautions

Newly added subsections:

5.2 Hypertension

Development of hypertension and worsening of pre-existing hypertension have been reported following the use of CGRP antagonists, including VYEPTI, in the postmarketing setting. Some of the patients who developed new-onset hypertension had risk factors for hypertension. There were cases requiring initiation of pharmacological treatment for hypertension, and in some cases hospitalization. Hypertension may occur at any time during treatment, but was most frequently reported within 7 days of therapy initiation. The CGRP antagonist was discontinued in many of the reported cases.

Monitor patients treated with VYEPTI for new-onset hypertension or worsening of pre-existing hypertension, and consider whether discontinuation of VYEPTI is warranted if evaluation fails to establish an alternative etiology or blood pressure is inadequately controlled.

5.3 Raynaud’s Phenomenon

Development of Raynaud’s phenomenon and recurrence or worsening of pre-existing Raynaud’s phenomenon have been reported in the postmarketing setting following the use of CGRP antagonists. In reported cases with monoclonal antibody CGRP antagonists, symptom onset occurred a median of 71 days following dosing. Many of the cases reported serious outcomes, including hospitalizations and disability, generally related to debilitating pain. In most reported cases, discontinuation of the CGRP antagonist resulted in resolution of symptoms.

VYEPTI should be discontinued if signs or symptoms of Raynaud’s phenomenon develop, and patients should be evaluated by a healthcare provider if symptoms do not resolve. Patients with a history of Raynaud’s phenomenon should be monitored for, and informed about the possibility of, worsening or recurrence of signs and symptoms.


6 Adverse Reactions

Additions and/or revisions underlined:

The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling:

  • Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)]
  • Hypertension [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)]
  • Raynaud’s Phenomenon [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)]

6.3 Postmarketing Experience

Additions and/or revisions underlined:

The following adverse reactions have been identified during postapproval use of VYEPTI. Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure.

Immune System Disorders: Anaphylaxis [see Contraindications (4) and Warnings and Precautions (5.1)]

General Disorders and Administration Site Conditions: Fatigue

Vascular Disorders: Hypertension [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)], Raynaud’s phenomenon [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)]


17 PCI/PI/MG (Patient Counseling Information/Patient Information/Medication Guide)

PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION

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Hypertension

Inform patients that hypertension can develop or pre-existing hypertension can worsen with VYEPTI, and that they should contact their healthcare provider if they experience elevation in their blood pressure [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)].

Raynaud’s Phenomenon

Inform patients that Raynaud’s phenomenon can develop or worsen with VYEPTI. Advise patients to discontinue VYEPTI treatment and contact their healthcare provider if they experience signs or symptoms of Raynaud’s phenomenon [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)].

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PATIENT INFORMATION

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Before you receive VYEPTI, tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions, including if you:

  • have high blood pressure.
  • have circulation problems in your fingers and toes.

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What are the possible side effects of VYEPTI?

VYEPTI may cause serious side effects, including:

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  • High blood pressure. High blood pressure or worsening of high blood pressure can happen after receiving VYEPTI. Contact your healthcare provider if you have an increase in blood pressure.
  • Raynaud’s phenomenon. A type of circulation problem can worsen or happen after receiving VYEPTI. Raynaud’s phenomenon can lead to your fingers or toes feeling numb, cool, or painful, or changing color from pale, to blue, to red. Contact your healthcare provider if these symptoms occur.

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03/21/2025 (SUPPL-9)

Approved Drug Label (PDF)

8 Use in Specific Populations

8.1 Pregnancy

Additions and/or revisions underlined:

Pregnancy Exposure Registry

There is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to VYEPTI during pregnancy. Healthcare providers are encouraged to register pregnant patients, or pregnant women may enroll themselves in the registry by calling 1-855-810-8549 or by contacting the company at www.vyeptipregnancyregistry.lundbeck.com.

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17 PCI/PI/MG (Patient Counseling Information/Patient Information/Medication Guide)

PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION

Additions and/or revisions underlined:

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Pregnancy Exposure Registry

Advise patients that there is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to VYEPTI during pregnancy [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1)]

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PATIENT INFORMATION

Additions and/or revisions underlined:

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Before you receive VYEPTI, tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions, including if you:

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  • are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if VYEPTI will harm your unborn baby.
    • Pregnancy Registry: There is a pregnancy registry for women who take VYEPTI. The purpose of this registry is to collect information about the health of you and your baby. You may enroll yourself by calling 1-855-810-8549 or by visiting www.vyeptipregnancyregistry.lundbeck.com. Or you may talk to your healthcare provider about how you can take part in this registry.

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10/21/2022 (SUPPL-6)

Approved Drug Label (PDF)

5 Warnings and Precautions

5.1 Hypersensitivity Reactions

Additions and/or revisions underlined:

Hypersensitivity reactions, including angioedema, urticaria, facial flushing, dyspnea, and rash, have occurred with VYEPTI in clinical trials and in the postmarketing setting. Most hypersensitivity reactions occurred during infusion and were not serious, but often led to discontinuation or required treatment …

6 Adverse Reactions

6.3 Postmarketing Experience

Newly added information:

General Disorders and Administration Site Conditions: Fatigue

09/24/2021 (SUPPL-2)

Approved Drug Label (PDF)

4 Contraindications

(Additions and/or revisions underlined)

VYEPTI is contraindicated in patients with serious hypersensitivity to eptinezumab-jjmr or to any of the excipients in VYEPTI. Reactions have included anaphylaxis and angioedema [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].

5 Warnings and Precautions

5.1 Hypersensitivity Reactions

(Additions and/or revisions underlined)

Hypersensitivity reactions, including angioedema, urticaria, facial flushing, and rash, have occurred with VYEPTI in clinical trials. Most hypersensitivity reactions occurred during infusion and were not serious, but often led to discontinuation or required treatment. Serious hypersensitivity reactions may occur. Cases of anaphylaxis have been reported in the postmarketing setting. If a hypersensitivity reaction occurs, consider discontinuing VYEPTI and institute appropriate therapy [see Contraindications (4) and Patient Counseling Information (17)].

6 Adverse Reactions

6.3 Postmarketing Experience

(Newly added subsection)

The following adverse reactions have been identified during postapproval use of VYEPTI. Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure.

Immune System Disorders – Anaphylaxis [see Contraindications (4) and Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].

17 PCI/PI/MG (Patient Counseling Information/Patient Information/Medication Guide)

PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION

(Additions and/or revisions underlined)

Advise the patient to read the FDA-approved patient labeling (Patient Information).

Hypersensitivity Reactions

Inform patients about the signs and symptoms of hypersensitivity reactions and that these reactions can occur with VYEPTI. Advise patients to contact their healthcare provider immediately if signs or symptoms of hypersensitivity reactions occur [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].

Pregnancy

Advise patients to notify their healthcare provider if they become pregnant during treatment or plan to become pregnant [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1)].

Lactation

Inform patients to notify their healthcare provider if they are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed [see Use in Specific Populations (8.2)].