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BKEMV 300 mg/30mL

eculizumab-aeeb · INJECTION, SOLUTION, CONCENTRATE · Amgen Inc

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BKEMV is a injection, solution, concentrate containing eculizumab-aeeb at 300 mg/30mL, taken intravenous. Manufactured by Amgen Inc.

Key Facts

Brand Name
BKEMV
Generic Name
eculizumab-aeeb
NDC Code (Product)
55513-180
Manufacturer
Amgen Inc
Strength
300 mg/30mL
Dosage Form
INJECTION, SOLUTION, CONCENTRATE
Route
INTRAVENOUS
Marketing Status
Application #
BLA761333
Drug Class
Complement Inhibitor [EPC]
Marketing Start
03/01/2025

Recall History

No Recall History

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

arthropathy1 reports
death1 reports
muscle discomfort1 reports
premature baby1 reports
rash1 reports
septic shock1 reports
tendon discomfort1 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE BKEMV is a complement inhibitor indicated for: The treatment of patients with paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH) to reduce hemolysis. ( 1.1 ) The treatment of patients with atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome (aHUS) to inhibit complement-mediated thrombotic microangiopathy. ( 1.2 ) Limitation of Use BKEMV is not indicated for the treatment of patients with Shiga toxin E. coli related hemolytic uremic syndrome (STEC-HUS). The treatment of generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG) in adult patients who are anti-acetylcholine receptor (AChR) antibody positive. ( 1.3 ) 1.1 Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH) BKEMV is indicated for the treatment of patients with paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH) to reduce hemolysis. 1.2 Atypical Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (aHUS) BKEMV is indicated for the treatment of patients with atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome (aHUS) to inhibit complement-mediated thrombotic microangiopathy. Limitation of Use BKEMV is not indicated for the treatment of patients with Shiga toxin E. coli related hemolytic uremic syndrome (STEC-HUS). 1.3 Generalized Myasthenia Gravis (gMG) BKEMV is indicated for treatment of generalized myasthenia

Dosage & Administration

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION For intravenous infusion only; recommended dosage for: PNH: ( 2.2 ) aHUS and gMG in adults: ( 2.3 ) aHUS in pediatric patients: ( 2.4 ) 2.1 Recommended Vaccination and Prophylaxis for Meningococcal Infection Vaccinate patients against meningococcal infection (serogroups A, C, W, Y and B) according to current ACIP recommendations at least 2 weeks prior to initiation of BKEMV [ see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]. If urgent BKEMV therapy is indicated in a patient who is not up to date with meningococcal vaccines according to ACIP recommendations, provide the patient with antibacterial drug prophylaxis and administer these vaccines as soon as possible. Healthcare providers who prescribe BKEMV must enroll in the BKEMV REMS [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ]. 2.2 Recommended Dosage for Adults – PNH The recommended dosage of BKEMV for the treatment of PNH in patients 18 years of age and older is administered as an intravenous infusion [see Dosage and Administration (2.7) ] as follows: 600 mg weekly for the first 4 weeks, followed by 900 mg for the fifth dose 1 week later, then 900 mg every 2 weeks thereafter. Administer BKEMV at the recommended dosage regi

Contraindications

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS BKEMV is contraindicated for initiation in patients with unresolved serious Neisseria meningitidis infection [ see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]. BKEMV is contraindicated for initiation in patients with unresolved serious Neisseria meningitidis infection. ( 4 )

Drug Interactions

7 DRUG INTERACTIONS 7.1 Plasmapheresis, Plasma Exchange, Fresh Frozen Plasma Infusion or IVIg Concomitant use of eculizumab products with plasma exchange (PE), plasmapheresis (PP), fresh frozen plasma infusion (PE/PI), or in patients with gMG on concomitant IVIg treatment can reduce serum eculizumab product concentrations and requires a supplemental dose of BKEMV [see Dosage and Administration (2.5) ] . 7.2 Neonatal Fc Receptor Blockers Concomitant use of eculizumab products with neonatal Fc receptor (FcRn) blockers may lower systemic exposures and reduce effectiveness of eculizumab products. Closely monitor for reduced effectiveness of BKEMV.

Adverse Reactions

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the labeling: Serious Meningococcal Infections [ see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Other Infections [ see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Monitoring Disease Manifestations after BKEMV Discontinuation [ see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Thrombosis Prevention and Management [ see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Infusion-Related Reactions [ see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] The most frequently reported adverse reactions in the PNH randomized trial (≥10% overall and greater than placebo) are: headache, nasopharyngitis, back pain, and nausea. ( 6.1 ) The most frequently reported adverse reactions in aHUS single arm prospective trials (≥20%) are: headache, diarrhea, hypertension, upper respiratory infection, abdominal pain, vomiting, nasopharyngitis, anemia, cough, peripheral edema, nausea, urinary tract infections, pyrexia. ( 6.1 ) The most frequently reported adverse reaction in the gMG placebo-controlled clinical trial (≥10%) in adult patients is musculoskeletal pain. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Amgen Medical Information at 1-800-77-AMG

Frequently Asked Questions

What is BKEMV used for?

BKEMV contains eculizumab-aeeb. It is a injection, solution, concentrate taken intravenous. Consult your doctor for specific uses.

Is BKEMV a controlled substance?

BKEMV is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for BKEMV?

The generic name for BKEMV is eculizumab-aeeb. There are no other listed brand versions of eculizumab-aeeb.

What is the NDC code for BKEMV 300 mg/30mL?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for BKEMV 300 mg/30mL is 55513-180, listed by Amgen Inc.

Product NDC

55513-180

Package NDC

55513-180-01

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