Adynovate Special Precautions

Hypersensitivity Reactions: Hypersensitivity reactions are possible with ADYNOVATE. Allergic-type hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis, have been reported with other recombinant antihemophilic factor VIII products, including the parent molecule, ADVATE. Early signs of hypersensitivity reactions that can progress to anaphylaxis may include angioedema, chest tightness, dyspnea, wheezing, urticaria, and pruritus.
Immediately discontinue administration and initiate appropriate treatment if hypersensitivity reactions occur.
Neutralizing Antibodies: Formation of neutralizing antibodies (inhibitors) to factor VIII can occur following administration of ADYNOVATE. Monitor patients regularly for the development of factor VIII inhibitors by appropriate clinical observations and laboratory tests. Perform an assay that measures factor VIII inhibitor concentration if the plasma factor VIII level fails to increase as expected, or if bleeding is not controlled with expected dose.
Monitoring Laboratory Tests: Monitor plasma factor VIII activity by performing a validated one-stage clotting assay to confirm the adequate factor VIII levels have been achieved and maintained [see Dosage & Administration].
Monitor for the development of factor VIII inhibitors. Perform the Bethesda inhibitor assay to determine if factor VIII inhibitor is present. If expected factor VIII activity plasma levels are not attained, or if bleeding is not controlled with the expected dose of ADYNOVATE, use Bethesda Units (BU) to determine inhibitor levels.
Use in Children: Safety and efficacy studies have been performed in 91 previously treated, pediatric patients age 1 year to <18 years who received at least one dose of ADYNOVATE as part of routine prophylaxis, on-demand treatment of bleeding episodes, or perioperative management. Adolescent subjects age 12 to <18 (n=25) were enrolled in the adult and adolescent safety and efficacy trial, and subjects <12 years of age (n=66) were enrolled in a pediatric trial. The safety and efficacy of ADYNOVATE in routine prophylaxis and the treatment of bleeding episodes were comparable between children and adults [see Pharmacology: Pharmacodynamics: Clinical Studies under Actions].
Pharmacokinetic studies in children (<12 years) have demonstrated higher clearance, a shorter half-life and lower incremental recovery of factor VIII compared to adults. Because clearance (based on per kg body weight) has been demonstrated to be higher in children (<12 years), dose adjustment or more frequent dosing based on per kg body weight may be needed in this population [see Pharmacology: Pharmacokinetics under Actions].
Use in the Elderly: Clinical studies of ADYNOVATE did not include subjects aged 65 and over.