PARSABIV ETELCALCETIDE AMGEN INC FDA Approved PARSABIV (etelcalcetide) is a synthetic peptide calcium-sensing receptor agonist. Etelcalcetide is a white to off-white powder with a molecular formula of C 38 H 73 N 21 O 10 S 2 ∙xHCl (4 ≤ x ≤ 5) and a molecular weight of 1047.5 g/mol (monoisotopic; free base). It is soluble in water. The hydrochloride salt of etelcalcetide is described chemically as N-acetyl-D-cysteinyl-S-(L-cysteine disulfide)-D-alanyl-D-arginyl-D-arginyl-D-arginyl-D-alanyl-D-argininamide hydrochloride. PARSABIV (etelcalcetide) injection is supplied in a single-dose vial containing 5 mg/mL of etelcalcetide as a sterile, preservative-free, ready-to-use clear and colorless solution for intravenous injection. Each PARSABIV single-dose vial contains 2.5 mg etelcalcetide (equivalent to 2.88 mg etelcalcetide as hydrochloride salt) or 5 mg etelcalcetide (equivalent to 5.77 mg etelcalcetide as hydrochloride salt) or 10 mg etelcalcetide (equivalent to 11.54 mg etelcalcetide as hydrochloride salt). PARSABIV single-dose vial is formulated with 0.85% (w/v) sodium chloride, 10 mM succinic acid, and adjusted to pH 3.3 with sodium hydroxide and/or hydrochloric acid. Chemical Structure
Generic: ETELCALCETIDE
Mfr: AMGEN INC FDA Rx Only

Drug Facts

Composition & Profile

Dosage Forms
Injection
Strengths
2.5 mg/0.5 ml 5 mg/ml 10 mg/2 ml
Quantities
5 ml 2 ml 1 ml
Treats Conditions
1 Indications And Usage Parsabiv Is Indicated For The Treatment Of Secondary Hyperparathyroidism Hpt In Adult Patients With Chronic Kidney Disease Ckd On Hemodialysis Parsabiv Is A Calcium Sensing Receptor Agonist Indicated For Secondary Hyperparathyroidism Hpt In Adult Patients With Chronic Kidney Disease Ckd On Hemodialysis 1 Limitations Of Use Parsabiv Has Not Been Studied In Adult Patients With Parathyroid Carcinoma Primary Hyperparathyroidism Or With Ckd Who Are Not On Hemodialysis And Is Not Recommended For Use In These Populations Limitations Of Use Parsabiv Has Not Been Studied In Adult Patients With Parathyroid Carcinoma Or With Chronic Kidney Disease Who Are Not On Hemodialysis And Is Not Recommended For Use In These Populations

Identifiers & Packaging

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UPC
0355513742108 0355513740104 0355513741101
UNII
72PT5993DU
Packaging

16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING PARSABIV (etelcalcetide) injection is supplied in a single-dose vial (type I glass) with stopper (fluoropolymer laminated elastomeric) and an aluminum seal with flip-off dust cover containing 5 mg/mL of etelcalcetide as a ready-to-use clear and colorless solution in the following strengths: 2.5 mg/0.5 mL Carton of 10 single-dose vials NDC 55513-740-10 NDC 55513-740-20 5 mg/mL Carton of 10 single-dose vials NDC 55513-741-10 NDC 55513-741-20 10 mg/2 mL Carton of 10 single-dose vials NDC 55513-742-10 NDC 55513-742-20 Storage Store in the original carton in refrigerator at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) to protect from light. Once removed from the refrigerator: Do not expose to temperatures above 25°C (77°F). Use within 7 days if stored in the original carton. Use within 4 hours and do not expose to direct sunlight if removed from the original carton.; PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 2.5 mg/0.5 mL Vial Carton 10 x 0.5 mL Single-dose Vials NDC 55513-740-10 AMGEN ® Parsabiv ® (etelcalcetide) Injection 2.5 mg/ 0.5 mL For Intravenous Use after Hemodialysis Single-dose vial. Discard unused portion Store at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) in the original carton in order to protect from light. Sterile, preservative-free solution Rx Only PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 2.5 mg/0.5 mL Vial Carton; PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 5 mg/mL Vial Carton 10 x 1 mL Single-dose Vials NDC 55513-741-10 AMGEN ® Parsabiv ® (etelcalcetide) Injection 5 mg/mL For Intravenous Use after Hemodialysis Single-dose vial. Discard unused portion Store at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) in the original carton in order to protect from light. Sterile, preservative-free solution Rx Only PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 5 mg/mL Vial Carton; PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 10 mg/2 mL Vial Carton 10 x 2 mL Single-dose Vials NDC 55513-742-10 AMGEN ® Parsabiv ® (etelcalcetide) Injection 10 mg/ 2 mL For Intravenous Use after Hemodialysis Single-dose vial. Discard unused portion Store at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) in the original carton in order to protect from light. Sterile, preservative-free solution Rx Only PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 10 mg/2 mL Vial Carton

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  • 16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING PARSABIV (etelcalcetide) injection is supplied in a single-dose vial (type I glass) with stopper (fluoropolymer laminated elastomeric) and an aluminum seal with flip-off dust cover containing 5 mg/mL of etelcalcetide as a ready-to-use clear and colorless solution in the following strengths: 2.5 mg/0.5 mL Carton of 10 single-dose vials NDC 55513-740-10 NDC 55513-740-20 5 mg/mL Carton of 10 single-dose vials NDC 55513-741-10 NDC 55513-741-20 10 mg/2 mL Carton of 10 single-dose vials NDC 55513-742-10 NDC 55513-742-20 Storage Store in the original carton in refrigerator at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) to protect from light. Once removed from the refrigerator: Do not expose to temperatures above 25°C (77°F). Use within 7 days if stored in the original carton. Use within 4 hours and do not expose to direct sunlight if removed from the original carton.
  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 2.5 mg/0.5 mL Vial Carton 10 x 0.5 mL Single-dose Vials NDC 55513-740-10 AMGEN ® Parsabiv ® (etelcalcetide) Injection 2.5 mg/ 0.5 mL For Intravenous Use after Hemodialysis Single-dose vial. Discard unused portion Store at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) in the original carton in order to protect from light. Sterile, preservative-free solution Rx Only PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 2.5 mg/0.5 mL Vial Carton
  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 5 mg/mL Vial Carton 10 x 1 mL Single-dose Vials NDC 55513-741-10 AMGEN ® Parsabiv ® (etelcalcetide) Injection 5 mg/mL For Intravenous Use after Hemodialysis Single-dose vial. Discard unused portion Store at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) in the original carton in order to protect from light. Sterile, preservative-free solution Rx Only PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 5 mg/mL Vial Carton
  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 10 mg/2 mL Vial Carton 10 x 2 mL Single-dose Vials NDC 55513-742-10 AMGEN ® Parsabiv ® (etelcalcetide) Injection 10 mg/ 2 mL For Intravenous Use after Hemodialysis Single-dose vial. Discard unused portion Store at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) in the original carton in order to protect from light. Sterile, preservative-free solution Rx Only PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 10 mg/2 mL Vial Carton

Overview

PARSABIV (etelcalcetide) is a synthetic peptide calcium-sensing receptor agonist. Etelcalcetide is a white to off-white powder with a molecular formula of C 38 H 73 N 21 O 10 S 2 ∙xHCl (4 ≤ x ≤ 5) and a molecular weight of 1047.5 g/mol (monoisotopic; free base). It is soluble in water. The hydrochloride salt of etelcalcetide is described chemically as N-acetyl-D-cysteinyl-S-(L-cysteine disulfide)-D-alanyl-D-arginyl-D-arginyl-D-arginyl-D-alanyl-D-argininamide hydrochloride. PARSABIV (etelcalcetide) injection is supplied in a single-dose vial containing 5 mg/mL of etelcalcetide as a sterile, preservative-free, ready-to-use clear and colorless solution for intravenous injection. Each PARSABIV single-dose vial contains 2.5 mg etelcalcetide (equivalent to 2.88 mg etelcalcetide as hydrochloride salt) or 5 mg etelcalcetide (equivalent to 5.77 mg etelcalcetide as hydrochloride salt) or 10 mg etelcalcetide (equivalent to 11.54 mg etelcalcetide as hydrochloride salt). PARSABIV single-dose vial is formulated with 0.85% (w/v) sodium chloride, 10 mM succinic acid, and adjusted to pH 3.3 with sodium hydroxide and/or hydrochloric acid. Chemical Structure

Indications & Usage

PARSABIV is indicated for the treatment of secondary hyperparathyroidism (HPT) in adult patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) on hemodialysis. PARSABIV is a calcium-sensing receptor agonist indicated for: Secondary hyperparathyroidism (HPT) in adult patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) on hemodialysis. ( 1 ) Limitations of Use: PARSABIV has not been studied in adult patients with parathyroid carcinoma, primary hyperparathyroidism, or with CKD who are not on hemodialysis and is not recommended for use in these populations. Limitations of Use: PARSABIV has not been studied in adult patients with parathyroid carcinoma, primary hyperparathyroidism, or with chronic kidney disease who are not on hemodialysis and is not recommended for use in these populations .

Dosage & Administration

Ensure corrected serum calcium is at or above the lower limit of normal prior to initiation, dose increase, or re-initiation. ( 2.1 ) The recommended starting dose is 5 mg administered by intravenous bolus injection three times per week at the end of hemodialysis treatment. ( 2.1 ) The maintenance dose is individualized and determined by titration based on parathyroid hormone (PTH) and corrected serum calcium response. The dose range is 2.5 to 15 mg three times per week. ( 2.1 ) The dose may be increased in 2.5 mg or 5 mg increments no more frequently than every 4 weeks. ( 2.2 ) Measure serum calcium within 1 week after initiation or dose adjustment and every 4 weeks for maintenance. ( 2.2 ) Measure PTH after 4 weeks from initiation or dose adjustment. ( 2.2 ) Decrease or temporarily discontinue PARSABIV in individuals with PTH levels below the target range. ( 2.2 ) Consider decreasing or temporarily discontinuing PARSABIV or use concomitant therapies to increase corrected serum calcium in patients with a corrected serum calcium below the lower limit of normal but at or above 7.5 mg/dL without symptoms of hypocalcemia. ( 2.2 ) Stop PARSABIV and treat hypocalcemia if the corrected serum calcium falls below 7.5 mg/dL or patients report symptoms of hypocalcemia. ( 2.2 ) Do not mix or dilute prior to administration. ( 2.3 ) Administer by intravenous bolus injection into the venous line of the dialysis circuit after hemodialysis, during rinse back or intravenously after rinse back. Administer a sufficient volume of saline, e.g. 150 mL of rinse back, after injection into the dialysis tubing. If administered after rinse back, administer PARSABIV intravenously followed by at least 10 mL of saline flush. ( 2.3 ) 2.1 Recommended Dosing Ensure corrected serum calcium is at or above the lower limit of normal prior to PARSABIV initiation, a PARSABIV dose increase, or re-initiation of PARSABIV therapy after a dosing interruption [see Dosage and Administration (2.2) and Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . The recommended starting dose of PARSABIV is 5 mg administered by intravenous (IV) bolus injection three times per week at the end of hemodialysis treatment [see Dosage and Administration (2.3) ] . The maintenance dose of PARSABIV is individualized and determined by titration based on parathyroid hormone (PTH) and corrected serum calcium response [see Dosage and Administration (2.2) ] . The maintenance dose is the dose that maintains PTH levels within the recommended target range and corrected serum calcium within the normal range. The lowest maintenance dose of PARSABIV is 2.5 mg three times per week, and the highest maintenance dose of PARSABIV is 15 mg three times per week . Administer PARSABIV only at the end of hemodialysis treatment. If a regularly scheduled hemodialysis treatment is missed, DO NOT administer any missed doses. Resume PARSABIV at the end of the next hemodialysis treatment at the prescribed dose. If doses of PARSABIV are missed for more than 2 weeks, re-initiate PARSABIV at the recommended starting dose of 5 mg (or 2.5 mg if that was the patient's last dose). 2.2 Monitoring and Dose Adjustment Monitor corrected serum calcium and PTH levels during dose initiation, dose adjustment, and dose maintenance according to the schedule in Table 1. Table 1: Recommended Schedule for Monitoring Corrected Serum Calcium and Parathyroid Hormone Levels during PARSABIV Treatment Dose Initiation or Dose Adjustment Maintenance Corrected Serum Calcium Levels 1 week after Every 4 weeks Parathyroid Hormone Levels 4 weeks after Per clinical practice Titrate PARSABIV dose based on PTH and corrected serum calcium response. At the maintenance dose, PTH levels should be within the recommended target range and corrected serum calcium within the normal range. Increase the dose of PARSABIV in 2.5 mg or 5 mg increments in individuals with corrected serum calcium within the normal range and PTH levels above the recommended target range based on the patient's PTH levels no more frequently than every 4 weeks up to a maximum dose of 15 mg three times per week. Decrease or temporarily discontinue PARSABIV dosing in individuals with PTH levels below the target range. In individuals with a corrected serum calcium below the lower limit of normal but at or above 7.5 mg/dL without symptoms of hypocalcemia, consider decreasing or temporarily discontinuing PARSABIV or use concomitant therapies to increase corrected serum calcium [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . If the dose is stopped, then re-initiate PARSABIV at a lower dose when the PTH is within the target range and hypocalcemia has been corrected. Stop PARSABIV and treat hypocalcemia if the corrected serum calcium falls below 7.5 mg/dL or patients report symptoms of hypocalcemia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . When the corrected serum calcium is within normal limits, symptoms of hypocalcemia have resolved, and predisposing factors for hypocalcemia have been addressed, re-initiate PARSABIV at a dose 5 mg lower than the last administered dose. If the last administered dose of PARSABIV was 2.5 mg or 5 mg, re-initiate at a dose of 2.5 mg. 2.3 Administration Do not mix or dilute PARSABIV prior to administration. The solution is clear and colorless. Inspect PARSABIV for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration. Do not use PARSABIV vials if particulate matter or discoloration is observed. PARSABIV is removed by the dialyzer membrane and must be administered after blood is no longer circulating through the dialyzer. Administer PARSABIV by intravenous bolus injection into the venous line of the dialysis circuit after hemodialysis during rinse back or intravenously after rinse back. Administer a sufficient volume of saline, e.g. 150 mL of rinse back, after PARSABIV injection into the dialysis tubing. If PARSABIV is administered after rinse back, administer PARSABIV intravenously followed by at least 10 mL of saline flush. 2.4 Switching from Cinacalcet to PARSABIV Discontinue cinacalcet for at least 7 days prior to starting PARSABIV, and initiate PARSABIV treatment at a starting dose of 5 mg. Ensure corrected serum calcium is at or above the lower limit of normal prior to PARSABIV initiation [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] .

Warnings & Precautions
Hypocalcemia: Sometimes severe. Severe hypocalcemia can cause paresthesias, myalgias, muscle spasms, seizures, QT prolongation, and ventricular arrhythmias. Patients predisposed to QT interval prolongation, ventricular arrhythmias, and seizures may be at increased risk and require close monitoring. Educate patients on the symptoms of hypocalcemia and advise them to contact a healthcare provider if they occur. ( 5.1 ) Worsening Heart Failure: Reductions in corrected serum calcium may be associated with congestive heart failure, however, a causal relationship to PARSABIV could not be completely excluded. Closely monitor patients for worsening signs and symptoms of heart failure. ( 5.2 ) Upper Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding: Patients with risk factors for upper GI bleeding may be at increased risk. Monitor patients and promptly evaluate and treat any suspected GI bleeding. ( 5.3 ) Adynamic Bone: May develop if PTH levels are chronically suppressed. If PTH levels decrease below the recommended target range, the dose of PARSABIV should be reduced or discontinued. ( 5.4 ) 5.1 Hypocalcemia PARSABIV lowers serum calcium [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] and can lead to hypocalcemia, sometimes severe. Significant lowering of serum calcium can cause paresthesias, myalgias, muscle spasms, seizures, QT interval prolongation, and ventricular arrhythmia. QT Interval Prolongation and Ventricular Arrhythmia In the combined placebo-controlled studies, more patients treated with PARSABIV experienced a maximum increase from baseline of greater than 60 msec in the QTcF interval (0% placebo versus 1.2% PARSABIV). In these studies, the incidence of a maximum post-baseline predialysis QTcF > 500 msec in the placebo and PARSABIV groups was 1.9% and 4.8%, respectively [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . Patients with congenital long QT syndrome, history of QT interval prolongation, family history of long QT syndrome or sudden cardiac death, and other conditions that predispose to QT interval prolongation and ventricular arrhythmia may be at increased risk for QT interval prolongation and ventricular arrhythmias if they develop hypocalcemia due to PARSABIV. Closely monitor corrected serum calcium and QT interval in patients at risk receiving PARSABIV. Seizures Significant reductions in corrected serum calcium may lower the threshold for seizures. Patients with a history of seizure disorder may be at increased risk for seizures if they develop hypocalcemia due to PARSABIV. Monitor corrected serum calcium in patients with seizure disorders receiving PARSABIV. Risk of Hypocalcemia with Other Serum Calcium Lowering Products Concurrent administration of PARSABIV with another oral calcium-sensing receptor agonist could result in severe, life-threatening hypocalcemia. Patients switching from cinacalcet to PARSABIV should discontinue cinacalcet for at least 7 days prior to initiating PARSABIV [see Dosage and Administration (2.4) ] . Closely monitor corrected serum calcium in patients receiving PARSABIV and concomitant therapies known to lower serum calcium. Monitoring Serum Calcium and Patient Education Measure corrected serum calcium prior to initiation of PARSABIV. Do not initiate in patients if the corrected serum calcium is less than the lower limit of normal. Monitor corrected serum calcium within 1 week after initiation or dose adjustment and every 4 weeks during treatment with PARSABIV [see Dosage and Administration (2.2) ] . Educate patients on the symptoms of hypocalcemia and advise them to contact a healthcare provider if they occur. Management of Hypocalcemia If corrected serum calcium falls below the lower limit of normal or symptoms of hypocalcemia develop, start or increase calcium supplementation (including calcium, calcium-containing phosphate binders, and/or vitamin D sterols or increases in dialysate calcium concentration). PARSABIV dose reduction or discontinuation of PARSABIV may be necessary [see Dosage and Administration (2.2) ] . 5.2 Worsening Heart Failure In clinical studies with PARSABIV, cases of hypotension, congestive heart failure, and decreased myocardial performance have been reported. In clinical studies, heart failure requiring hospitalization occurred in 2% of PARSABIV-treated patients and 1% of placebo-treated patients. Reductions in corrected serum calcium may be associated with congestive heart failure, however, a causal relationship to PARSABIV could not be completely excluded. Closely monitor patients treated with PARSABIV for worsening signs and symptoms of heart failure. 5.3 Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding In clinical studies, two patients treated with PARSABIV in 1253 patient-years of exposure had upper gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding noted at the time of death while no patient in the control groups in 384 patient-years of exposure had upper GI bleeding noted at the time of death. The exact cause of GI bleeding in these patients is unknown, and there were too few cases to determine whether these cases were related to PARSABIV. Patients with risk factors for upper GI bleeding (such as known gastritis, esophagitis, ulcers, or severe vomiting) may be at increased risk for GI bleeding while receiving PARSABIV treatment. Monitor patients for worsening of common GI adverse reactions of nausea and vomiting associated with PARSABIV [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] and for signs and symptoms of GI bleeding and ulcerations during PARSABIV therapy. Promptly evaluate and treat any suspected GI bleeding. 5.4 Adynamic Bone Adynamic bone may develop if PTH levels are chronically suppressed. If PTH levels decrease below the recommended target range, the dose of vitamin D sterols and/or PARSABIV should be reduced or therapy discontinued. After discontinuation, resume therapy at a lower dose to maintain PTH levels in the target range [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) ] .
Contraindications

PARSABIV is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to etelcalcetide or any of its excipients. ( 4 ) Hypersensitivity PARSABIV is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to etelcalcetide or any of its excipients. Hypersensitivity reactions, including face edema and anaphylactic reaction, have occurred with PARSABIV [see Adverse Reactions (6) ] .

Adverse Reactions

The following adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the labeling: Hypocalcemia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Worsening Heart Failure [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Adynamic Bone [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] The most common adverse reactions (≥ 5%) were blood calcium decreased, muscle spasms, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, headache, hypocalcemia, and paresthesia. ( 6 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Amgen Inc. at 1-800-77-AMGEN (1-800-772-6436) 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 with rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in clinical practice. The data in Table 2 are derived from two placebo-controlled clinical studies in patients with chronic kidney disease and secondary hyperparathyroidism on hemodialysis. The data reflect exposure of 503 patients to PARSABIV with a mean duration of exposure to PARSABIV of 23.6 weeks. The mean age of patients was approximately 58 years, and 60% of the patients were male. Of the total patients, 67% were Caucasian, 28% were Black or African American, 2.6% were Asian, 1.2% were Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander, and 1.6% were categorized as Other. Table 2 shows common adverse reactions associated with the use of PARSABIV in the pool of placebo-controlled studies. These adverse reactions occurred more commonly on PARSABIV than on placebo and were reported in at least 5% of patients treated with PARSABIV. Table 2: Adverse Reactions Reported in ≥ 5% of PARSABIV-Treated Patients Adverse Reaction Included adverse reactions reported with at least 1% greater incidence in the PARSABIV group compared to the placebo group Placebo (N = 513) PARSABIV (N = 503) Blood calcium decreased Asymptomatic reductions in calcium below 7.5 mg/dL or clinically significant asymptomatic reductions in corrected serum calcium between 7.5 and < 8.3 mg/dL (that required medical management) 10% 64% Muscle spasms 7% 12% Diarrhea 9% 11% Nausea 6% 11% Vomiting 5% 9% Headache 6% 8% Hypocalcemia Symptomatic reductions in corrected serum calcium < 8.3 mg/dL 0.2% 7% Paresthesia Paresthesia includes preferred terms of paresthesia and hypoesthesia 1% 6% Other adverse reactions associated with the use of PARSABIV but reported in < 5% of patients in the PARSABIV group in the two placebo-controlled clinical studies were: Hyperkalemia: 3% and 4% for placebo and PARSABIV, respectively. Hospitalization for Heart Failure: 1% and 2% for placebo and PARSABIV, respectively. Myalgia: 0.2% and 2% for placebo and PARSABIV, respectively. Hypophosphatemia: 0.2% and 1% for placebo and PARSABIV, respectively. Description of Selected Adverse Reactions Hypocalcemia In the combined placebo-controlled studies, a higher proportion of patients on PARSABIV developed at least one corrected serum calcium value below 7.0 mg/dL (7.6% PARSABIV, 3.1% placebo), below 7.5 mg/dL (27% PARSABIV, 5.5% placebo), and below 8.3 mg/dL (79% PARSABIV, 19% placebo). In the combined placebo-controlled studies, 1% of patients in the PARSABIV group and 0% of patients in the placebo group discontinued treatment due to an adverse reaction attributed to a low corrected serum calcium. Hypophosphatemia In the combined placebo-controlled studies, 18% of patients treated with PARSABIV and 8.2% of patients treated with placebo had at least one measured phosphorus level below the lower normal limit (i.e., 2.2 mg/dL). QTc Interval Prolongation Secondary to Hypocalcemia In the combined placebo-controlled studies, more patients treated with PARSABIV experienced a maximum increase from baseline of greater than 60 msec in the QTcF interval (0% placebo versus 1.2% PARSABIV). The patient incidence of maximum post-baseline predialysis QTcF > 500 msec in the placebo and PARSABIV groups was 1.9% and 4.8%, respectively. Hypersensitivity In the combined placebo-controlled studies, the subject incidence of adverse reactions potentially related to hypersensitivity was 4.4% in the PARSABIV group and 3.7% in the placebo group. Hypersensitivity reactions in the PARSABIV group were pruritic rash, urticaria, and face edema. 6.2 Immunogenicity As with all peptide therapeutics, there is potential for immunogenicity. The detection of anti-drug binding antibody formation is highly dependent on the sensitivity and specificity of the assay. Additionally, the observed incidence of antibody positivity in an assay may be influenced by several factors, including assay methodology, sample handling, timing of sample collection, concomitant medications, and underlying disease. For these reasons, comparison of the incidence of antibodies to etelcalcetide with the incidence of antibodies to other products may be misleading. In clinical studies, 7.1% (71 out of 995) of patients with secondary hyperparathyroidism treated with PARSABIV for up to 6 months tested positive for binding anti-etelcalcetide antibodies. Fifty-seven out of 71 had pre-existing anti-etelcalcetide antibodies. No evidence of altered pharmacokinetic profile, clinical response, or safety profile was associated with pre-existing or developing anti-etelcalcetide antibodies. 6.3 Postmarketing Experience The following adverse reactions have been identified during postmarketing use of PARSABIV. Because postmarketing reporting of adverse reactions is voluntary and from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure. Anaphylactic reaction Hypocalcemia in patients who were administered etelcalcetide concomitantly with other products known to lower serum calcium (e.g. cinacalcet, denosumab) Seizures secondary to hypocalcemia

Storage & Handling

Storage Store in the original carton in refrigerator at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) to protect from light. Once removed from the refrigerator: Do not expose to temperatures above 25°C (77°F). Use within 7 days if stored in the original carton. Use within 4 hours and do not expose to direct sunlight if removed from the original carton.


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