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SPEVIGO 60 mg/mL

spesolimab · INJECTION · LEO Pharma Inc.

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SPEVIGO is a injection containing spesolimab at 60 mg/mL, taken subcutaneous. Manufactured by LEO Pharma Inc..

Key Facts

Brand Name
SPEVIGO
Generic Name
spesolimab
NDC Code (Product)
50222-360
Manufacturer
LEO Pharma Inc.
Strength
60 mg/mL
Dosage Form
INJECTION
Route
SUBCUTANEOUS
Marketing Status
Application #
BLA761244
Drug Class
Interleukin-36 Receptor Antagonist [EPC]
Marketing Start
03/09/2026

Recall History

No Recall History

Side Effects Reported to FDA

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

generalised pustular psoriasis59 reports
drug ineffective44 reports
pruritus20 reports
off label use19 reports
pustular psoriasis18 reports
rash17 reports
fatigue16 reports
psoriasis16 reports
pustule14 reports
diarrhoea12 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE SPEVIGO is indicated for the treatment of generalized pustular psoriasis (GPP) in adults and pediatric patients 12 years of age and older and weighing at least 40 kg. SPEVIGO is an interleukin-36 receptor antagonist indicated for the treatment of generalized pustular psoriasis (GPP) in adults and pediatric patients 12 years of age and older and weighing at least 40 kg. ( 1 )

Dosage & Administration

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Subcutaneous Dosage for Treatment of GPP When Not Experiencing a Flare Administer a subcutaneous loading dose of 600 mg, followed by 300 mg subcutaneously 4 weeks later and every 4 weeks thereafter. ( 2.3 ) Subcutaneous Use After Intravenous SPEVIGO for Treatment of GPP Flare: Four weeks after treatment with intravenous SPEVIGO, initiate or reinitiate subcutaneous SPEVIGO at a dose of 300 mg administered every 4 weeks. A loading dose is not required following treatment of a GPP flare with intravenous SPEVIGO. ( 2.3 ) See full prescribing information for preparation and administration instructions. ( 2.2 , 2.5 ) Intravenous Dosage for Treatment of GPP Flare Must be diluted before intravenous use. Administer as a single 900 mg dose by intravenous infusion over 90 minutes. If flare symptoms persist, may administer an additional intravenous 900 mg dose one week after the initial dose. ( 2.4 ) See full prescribing information for preparation and administration instructions and storage of the diluted solution. ( 2.2 , 2.5 ) 2.1 Testing and Procedures Prior to Treatment Initiation Evaluate patients for active or latent tuberculosis (TB) infection. SPEVIGO initi

Contraindications

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS SPEVIGO is contraindicated in patients with severe or life-threatening hypersensitivity to spesolimab-sbzo or to any of the excipients in SPEVIGO. Reported hypersensitivity reactions have included drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS) and anaphylaxis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) and Adverse Reactions (6) ] . Severe or life-threatening hypersensitivity to spesolimab-sbzo or to any of the excipients in SPEVIGO ( 4 )

Adverse Reactions

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the labeling: Infections [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Hypersensitivity and Infusion-Related Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Treatment of GPP When Not Experiencing a Flare: SPEVIGO has been associated with an increased incidence (≥9 cases per 100 patient-years) of injection site reaction, urinary tract infection, arthralgia, and pruritus. ( 6.1 ) Treatment of GPP Flare: The most common adverse reactions (≥5%) are asthenia and fatigue, headache, nausea, pruritus and prurigo, infusion site hematoma and bruising, and urinary tract infection. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. at (800) 542-6257 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch . 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in clinical practice. Adverse Reactions with Intravenous SPEVIGO for Treatmen

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SPEVIGO used for?

SPEVIGO contains spesolimab. It is a injection taken subcutaneous. Consult your doctor for specific uses.

Is SPEVIGO a controlled substance?

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

What is the generic name for SPEVIGO?

The generic name for SPEVIGO is spesolimab. There are no other listed brand versions of spesolimab.

What is the NDC code for SPEVIGO 60 mg/mL?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for SPEVIGO 60 mg/mL is 50222-360, listed by LEO Pharma Inc..

Product NDC

50222-360

Package NDC

50222-360-72

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