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Nexviazyme

Nexviazyme

Manufacturer:

Genzyme

Distributor:

DKSH
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Avalglucosidase α
Indications/Uses
Long-term enzyme replacement therapy of Pompe disease (acid α-glucosidase deficiency).
Dosage/Direction for Use
IV 20 mg/kg once every 2 wk. Infantile-onset Pompe disease (IOPD) May be increased to 40 mg/kg every other wk or decreased to 20 mg/kg every other wk. Patient 1.25-5 kg Max infusion rate: 9.6 mg/kg/hr. Late-onset Pompe disease Patient 1.25-5 kg Max infusion rate: 4.8 mg/kg/hr.
Contraindications
History of life-threatening hypersensitivity.
Special Precautions
Discontinue use if severe hypersensitivity, anaphylaxis or infusion-associated reactions occur. Advanced Pompe disease; patients susceptible to fluid vol overload or w/ acute underlying resp illness or compromised cardiac &/or resp function. Immunogenicity. Concomitant use of general anaesth for central venous catheter or other surgical procedures in IOPD patients w/ cardiac hypertrophy. May affect ability to drive & use machines. Hepatic & moderate or severe renal impairment. Pregnancy & lactation. Infants <6 mth.
Adverse Reactions
Hypersensitivity. Anaphylaxis; headache, dizziness, tremor; ocular hyperaemia; HTN; cough, dyspnoea; nausea, diarrhoea, vomiting, lip swelling, swollen tongue; pruritus, rash, urticaria, erythema, palmar erythema; muscle spasms, myalgia; fatigue, chills, chest discomfort, pain, flu-like illness, infusion site pain; increased BP, decreased O2 saturation.
MIMS Class
Other Agents Affecting Metabolism
ATC Classification
A16AB22 - avalglucosidase alfa ; Belongs to the class of enzymes. Used in the treatment of alimentary tract and metabolism problems.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Nexviazyme powd for infusion 100 mg
Packing/Price
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