Eteplirsen
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Antisense Oligonucleotide
Dosing in kidney impairment
Patients with Renal Impairment Renal clearance of eteplirsen is reduced in non-DMD adults with renal impairment based on estimated creatinine clearance [see Clinical Pharmacology] . However, because of the effect of reduced skeletal muscle mass on creatinine measurements in DMD patients, no specific dosage adjustment can be recommended for DMD patients with renal impairment.
Preparation and administration
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Preparation Instructions EXONDYS 51 is supplied in single-dose vials as a preservative-free concentrated solution that requires dilution prior to administration. Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit.
Use aseptic technique. Calculate the total dose of EXONDYS 51 to be administered based on the patient's weight and the recommended dose of 30 milligrams per kilogram. Determine the volume of EXONDYS 51 needed and the correct number of vials to supply the full calculated dose. Allow vials to warm to room temperature. Mix the contents of each vial by gently inverting 2 or 3 times.
Do not shake. Visually inspect each vial of EXONDYS 51. EXONDYS 51 is a clear, colorless solution that may have some opalescence, and may contain white to off-white amorphous particles. Do not use if the solution in the vials is cloudy, discolored or contains extraneous particulate matter other than white to off-white amorphous particles.
With a syringe fitted with a 21-gauge or smaller non-coring needle, withdraw the calculated volume of EXONDYS 51 from the appropriate number of vials. Dilute the withdrawn EXONDYS 51 in 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, to make a total volume of 100-150 mL. Visually inspect the diluted solution. Do not use if the solution is cloudy, discolored or contains extraneous particulate matter other than white to off-white amorphous particles.
Administer the diluted solution via an in-line 0.2 micron filter. EXONDYS 51 contains no preservatives and should be administered immediately after dilution. Complete infusion of diluted EXONDYS 51 solution within 8 hours of dilution. If immediate use is not possible, the diluted solution may be stored for up to 24 hours at 2ºC to 8ºC (36ºF to 46ºF).
Do not freeze. Discard unused EXONDYS 51.
Administration Instructions Application of a topical anesthetic cream to the infusion site prior to administration of EXONDYS 51 may be considered. EXONDYS 51 is administered via intravenous infusion. Flush the intravenous access line with 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, prior to and after infusion. Infuse the diluted EXONDYS 51 solution over 35 to 60 minutes via an in-line 0.2 micron filter.
Do not mix other medications with EXONDYS 51 or infuse other medications concomitantly via the same intravenous access line. If a hypersensitivity reaction occurs, consider slowing the infusion or interrupting the EXONDYS 51 therapy [see Warnings and Precautions and Adverse Reactions].
Contraindications
None. None ( 4 )
Safety data
Reported adverse events (FAERS)
Liver injury (LiverTox)
ELikelihood score E: Unlikely cause of clinically apparent liver injury.
Eteplirsen is a synthetic antisense oligonucleotide designed to cause skipping of abnormal exons during synthesis of the dystrophin gene and that is used to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Clinical experience with eteplirsen has been limited, but it has not been linked to serum enzyme elevations or to instances of acute liver injury with symptoms and jaundice.
ABCDEA: well known cause; E: unlikely cause. [HD]: high doses only.
Pregnancy and lactation
Pregnancy
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary There are no human or animal data available to assess the use of EXONDYS 51 during pregnancy. In the U.S. general population, major birth defects occur in 2 to 4% and miscarriage occurs in 15 to 20% of clinically recognized pregnancies.
For breastfeeding, also see LactMed (National Library of Medicine), which summarizes milk levels and infant effects.
Supply and cost
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