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XENPOZYME (BLA-761261)

(OLIPUDASE ALFA-RPCP)

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

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12/05/2023 (SUPPL-2)

Approved Drug Label (PDF)

Boxed Warning

Additions and/or revisions underlined:

Patients treated with XENPOZYME have experienced life-threatening hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis. Appropriate medical monitoring and support measures, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation equipment, should be readily available during XENPOZYME administration. If a severe hypersensitivity reaction (e.g., anaphylaxis) occurs, discontinue XENPOZYME immediately and initiate appropriate medical treatment. In patients with severe hypersensitivity reactions, a desensitization procedure to XENPOZYME may be considered [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].

5 Warnings and Precautions

5.1 Hypersensitivity Reactions Including Anaphylaxis

Extensive changes; please refer to label for complete information

5.2 Infusion-Associated Reactions

Additions and/or revisions underlined:

Acute phase reactions were managed similar to other IARs. In the postmarketing setting, 24 hours after receiving XENPOZYME at a higher than recommended initial dose, a 2-year-old male patient with ASMD, experienced fever, respiratory distress, hypotension, and death [see Overdosage (10)].

Prior to XENPOZYME administration, consider pre-medicating with antihistamines, antipyretics, and/or corticosteroids to reduce the risk of infusion-associated reactions (IARs). However, IARs may still occur in patients after receiving pre-treatment. Follow the dose escalation regimen to minimize IARs [see Dosage & Administration (2.2 & 2.3)].

  • If a severe IAR occurs, discontinue XENPOZYME immediately and initiate appropriate medical treatment. Consider the risks and benefits of re-administering XENPOZYME following a severe IAR. One patient has been rechallenged using slower infusion rates at a dosage lower than the recommended dosage. If the patient tolerates the infusion, the dosage (dose and/or the rate) may be increased to reach the recommended dosage.

  • If a mild or moderate IAR occurs, consider temporarily holding the infusion, slowing the infusion rate, and/or reducing the XENPOZYME dosage [see Dosage and Administration (2.5)].

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

PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION

Additions and/or revisions underlined:

Hypersensitivity Reactions (Including Anaphylaxis) and Infusion-Associated Reactions (IARs)

Advise the patient and caregiver that reactions related to the infusion may occur during and after XENPOZYME treatment, including life-threatening hypersensitivity reactions, anaphylaxis, and IARs. Inform the patient and/or caregiver of the signs and symptoms of hypersensitivity reactions and IARs and to seek immediate medical care should signs and symptoms occur [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1, 5.2)].