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EPYSQLI 300 mg/30mL

Eculizumab-aagh · INJECTION, SOLUTION · Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.

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EPYSQLI is a injection, solution containing eculizumab-aagh at 300 mg/30mL, taken intravenous. Manufactured by Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc..

Key Facts

Brand Name
EPYSQLI
Generic Name
Eculizumab-aagh
NDC Code (Product)
51759-208
Manufacturer
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
Strength
300 mg/30mL
Dosage Form
INJECTION, SOLUTION
Route
INTRAVENOUS
Marketing Status
Application #
BLA761340
Drug Class
Complement Inhibitor [EPC]
Marketing Start
04/07/2025

Recall History

No Recall History

Side Effects Reported to FDA

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

off label use5 reports
abortion spontaneous2 reports
maternal exposure during pregnancy2 reports
back pain1 reports
candida infection1 reports
crying1 reports
death1 reports
delayed haemolytic transfusion reaction1 reports
discomfort1 reports
fungaemia1 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE EPYSQLI 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 EPYSQLI 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) EPYSQLI is indicated for the treatment of patients with paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH) to reduce hemolysis. 1.2 Atypical Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (aHUS) EPYSQLI is indicated for the treatment of patients with atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome (aHUS) to inhibit complement-mediated thrombotic microangiopathy. Limitation of Use EPYSQLI 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) EPYSQLI is indicated for the treatment of genera

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 EPYSQLI [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ) ]. If urgent EPYSQLI 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 EPYSQLI must enroll in the EPYSQLI REMS [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )]. 2.2 Recommended Dosage for Adults – PNH The recommended dosage of EPYSQLI 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 EPYSQLI at the recomme

Contraindications

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

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 EPYSQLI 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 Teva Pharmaceuticals at 1-888

Frequently Asked Questions

What is EPYSQLI used for?

EPYSQLI contains Eculizumab-aagh. It is a injection, solution taken intravenous. Consult your doctor for specific uses.

Is EPYSQLI a controlled substance?

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

What is the generic name for EPYSQLI?

The generic name for EPYSQLI is Eculizumab-aagh. There are no other listed brand versions of Eculizumab-aagh.

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

The NDC (National Drug Code) for EPYSQLI 300 mg/30mL is 51759-208, listed by Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc..

Product NDC

51759-208

Package NDC

51759-208-13

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