ELELYSO TALIGLUCERASE ALFA PFIZER LABORATORIES DIV PFIZER INC FDA Approved Taliglucerase alfa is a hydrolytic lysosomal glucocerebroside-specific enzyme produced by recombinant DNA technology using plant cell culture (carrot). Taliglucerase alfa is a monomeric glycoprotein enzyme containing 4 N-linked glycosylation sites (kDa=60.8). Taliglucerase alfa differs from native human glucocerebrosidase by 2 amino acids at the N terminal and up to 7 amino acids at the C terminal. Taliglucerase alfa is a glycosylated protein with oligosaccharide chains at the glycosylation sites having terminal mannose sugars. These mannose-terminated oligosaccharide chains of taliglucerase alfa are specifically recognized by endocytic carbohydrate receptors on macrophages, the cells that accumulate lipid in Gaucher disease. A unit is the amount of enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of 1 micromole of the synthetic substrate para-nitrophenyl-β-D-glucopyranoside ( p NP-Glc) per minute at 37 °C. ELELYSO (taliglucerase alfa) for injection is supplied as a sterile, preservative-free, lyophilized powder for reconstitution and dilution prior to intravenous infusion. Each single-dose vial contains 200 units of taliglucerase alfa and D-mannitol (206.7 mg), polysorbate 80 (0.56 mg), and sodium citrate (30.4 mg). Citric acid may be added to adjust the pH at the time of manufacture. After reconstitution with 5.1 mL Sterile Water for Injection, USP, taliglucerase alfa concentration is 40 units/mL [see Dosage and Administration (2) ] . Reconstituted solutions have a pH of approximately 6.0.
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Substance Taliglucerase Alfa
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1 Indications And Usage Elelyso Is Indicated For The Treatment Of Patients 4 Years Of Age And Older With A Confirmed Diagnosis Of Type 1 Gaucher Disease Elelyso Is A Hydrolytic Lysosomal Glucocerebroside Specific Enzyme Indicated For The Treatment Of Patients 4 Years And Older With A Confirmed Diagnosis Of Type 1 Gaucher Disease 1

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16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING ELELYSO (taliglucerase alfa) for injection is supplied as a sterile, preservative-free, white to off-white lyophilized powder in a single-dose vial. Each vial of ELELYSO contains 200 units of taliglucerase alfa. Each carton contains one vial (NDC 0069-0106-01). Refrigerate ELELYSO at 2 °C to 8 °C (36 °F to 46 °F) in the original carton to protect from light. Do not freeze.; PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 200 unit Vial Label NDC 0069-0106-01 Pfizer Elelyso ® (taliglucerase alfa) for injection 200 units/vial For intravenous infusion only Single-Dose Vial. Discard any unused portion. Rx only PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 200 unit Vial Label; PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 200 unit Vial Carton NDC 0069-0106-01 Pfizer Elelyso ® (taliglucerase alfa) for injection 200 units/vial For intravenous infusion only ANTI- COUNTERFEIT LABEL PLACEMENT NO VARNISH NO COPY NO INK Single-Dose Vial. Discard any unused portion. Rx only PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 200 unit Vial Carton

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  • 16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING ELELYSO (taliglucerase alfa) for injection is supplied as a sterile, preservative-free, white to off-white lyophilized powder in a single-dose vial. Each vial of ELELYSO contains 200 units of taliglucerase alfa. Each carton contains one vial (NDC 0069-0106-01). Refrigerate ELELYSO at 2 °C to 8 °C (36 °F to 46 °F) in the original carton to protect from light. Do not freeze.
  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 200 unit Vial Label NDC 0069-0106-01 Pfizer Elelyso ® (taliglucerase alfa) for injection 200 units/vial For intravenous infusion only Single-Dose Vial. Discard any unused portion. Rx only PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 200 unit Vial Label
  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 200 unit Vial Carton NDC 0069-0106-01 Pfizer Elelyso ® (taliglucerase alfa) for injection 200 units/vial For intravenous infusion only ANTI- COUNTERFEIT LABEL PLACEMENT NO VARNISH NO COPY NO INK Single-Dose Vial. Discard any unused portion. Rx only PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 200 unit Vial Carton

Overview

Taliglucerase alfa is a hydrolytic lysosomal glucocerebroside-specific enzyme produced by recombinant DNA technology using plant cell culture (carrot). Taliglucerase alfa is a monomeric glycoprotein enzyme containing 4 N-linked glycosylation sites (kDa=60.8). Taliglucerase alfa differs from native human glucocerebrosidase by 2 amino acids at the N terminal and up to 7 amino acids at the C terminal. Taliglucerase alfa is a glycosylated protein with oligosaccharide chains at the glycosylation sites having terminal mannose sugars. These mannose-terminated oligosaccharide chains of taliglucerase alfa are specifically recognized by endocytic carbohydrate receptors on macrophages, the cells that accumulate lipid in Gaucher disease. A unit is the amount of enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of 1 micromole of the synthetic substrate para-nitrophenyl-β-D-glucopyranoside ( p NP-Glc) per minute at 37 °C. ELELYSO (taliglucerase alfa) for injection is supplied as a sterile, preservative-free, lyophilized powder for reconstitution and dilution prior to intravenous infusion. Each single-dose vial contains 200 units of taliglucerase alfa and D-mannitol (206.7 mg), polysorbate 80 (0.56 mg), and sodium citrate (30.4 mg). Citric acid may be added to adjust the pH at the time of manufacture. After reconstitution with 5.1 mL Sterile Water for Injection, USP, taliglucerase alfa concentration is 40 units/mL [see Dosage and Administration (2) ] . Reconstituted solutions have a pH of approximately 6.0.

Indications & Usage

ELELYSO is indicated for the treatment of patients 4 years of age and older with a confirmed diagnosis of Type 1 Gaucher disease. ELELYSO is a hydrolytic lysosomal glucocerebroside-specific enzyme indicated for the treatment of patients 4 years and older with a confirmed diagnosis of Type 1 Gaucher disease ( 1 ).

Dosage & Administration

Recommendations Prior to ELELYSO Treatment ( 2.1 ): • Administration of ELELYSO should be supervised by a healthcare provider knowledgeable in the management of hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis. Recommended Dosage in Patients 4 Years and Older ( 2.2 ): • Treatment-naïve : 60 units/kg administered every other week as a 60- to 120-minute intravenous infusion. • Patients switching from imiglucerase : Initiate ELELYSO intravenous treatment (60- to 120-minute infusion) with the same units/kg imiglucerase dosage and subsequently administer ELELYSO every other week. Dosage adjustments can be based on achievement and maintenance of each patient’s therapeutic goals. Preparation and Administration ( 2.3, 2.4, 2.5 ): • Reconstitute, dilute and administer under the supervision of a healthcare professional. • See Full Prescribing Information for complete instructions. 2.1 Recommendations Prior to ELELYSO Treatment Administration of ELELYSO should be supervised by a healthcare provider knowledgeable in the management of hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . Initiate ELELYSO in a healthcare setting with appropriate medical monitoring and support measures, including access to cardiopulmonary resuscitation equipment [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . To reduce the risk of hypersensitivity reactions, consider pretreatment with antihistamines and/or corticosteroids [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . 2.2 Recommended Dosage in Patients 4 Years and Older Treatment-Naïve Patients 4 Years of Age and Older The recommended dosage of ELELYSO is 60 units/kg (based on actual body weight) administered every other week as a 60- to 120-minute intravenous infusion. Patients 4 Years of Age and Older Switching from Imiglucerase If it is acceptable to switch from a stable imiglucerase dosage to ELELYSO, initiate ELELYSO intravenous treatment (60- to 120-minute infusion) with the same units/kg imiglucerase dosage and subsequently administer ELELYSO every other week. Dosage adjustments can be made based on achievement and maintenance of each patient's therapeutic goals. 2.3 Preparation Instructions ELELYSO should be reconstituted, diluted, and administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Prepare ELELYSO according to the following steps using aseptic technique: a. Determine the number of vials to be reconstituted based on the patient's weight in kg and the recommended dose [see Dosage and Administration (2.2) ] . Round the number of vials up to the next whole number. b. Remove the required number of vials from the refrigerator. Do not leave these vials at room temperature longer than 24 hours prior to reconstitution. Do not heat or microwave these vials. c. Reconstitute each vial of ELELYSO with 5.1 mL of Sterile Water for Injection, USP to yield a reconstituted product with a concentration of 40 units/mL and an extractable volume of 5 mL. (1) Upon reconstitution, mix vials gently. DO NOT SHAKE. (2) Prior to further dilution, visually inspect the reconstituted solution in the vials for particulate matter and discoloration. The solution should be clear and colorless. Discard if particulate matter is present or the solution is discolored. d. Withdraw the calculated dose of drug from the appropriate number of vials and dilute with 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, to a final volume of 100 to 200 mL. Discard any unused reconstituted solution. (1) For pediatric patients 4 years of age and older, use a final volume of 100 to 120 mL. (2) For adult patients, may use a final volume of 130 to 150 mL. However, if the volume of reconstituted product alone is equal to or greater than 130 to 150 mL, then the final volume should not exceed 200 mL. e. Mix the diluted solution gently. DO NOT SHAKE. Since this is a protein solution, slight flocculation (described as translucent fibers) occurs occasionally after dilution. f. Discard any unused diluted solution. 2.4 Storage and Handling of the Reconstituted and Diluted Solution • If the reconstituted ELELYSO vial is not used immediately, refrigerate at 2 °C to 8 °C (36 °F to 46 °F) for up to 24 hours (under protection from light) or store at controlled room temperature at 20 °C to 25 °C (68 °F to 77 °F) for up to 4 hours (without protection from light). • If the diluted solution is not administered immediately, refrigerate at 2 °C to 8 °C (36 °F to 46 °F) for up to 24 hours (under protection from light). • The total storage time for the reconstituted and diluted solution should not exceed 24 hours. Discard the unused reconstituted or diluted solution after 24 hours from the start of preparation. • Do not freeze. 2.5 Administration Instructions After reconstitution and dilution, administer via intravenous infusion over a minimum of 60 minutes and with an in-line low protein-binding 0.2 micron filter. • For pediatric patients who weigh (based on actual body weight): o Less than 30 kg use an infusion rate of 1 mL/minute. o Greater than or equal to 30 kg, use an initial infusion rate of 1 mL/minute. After tolerability to ELELYSO is established, may increase the infusion rate to a maximum of 2 mL/minute. • For adult patients, use an initial infusion rate of 1.2 mL/minute. After tolerability to ELELYSO is established, may increase the infusion rate to a maximum of 2.2 mL/minute.

Warnings & Precautions
See boxed warning ( 5.1 ) 5.1 Hypersensitivity Reactions Including Anaphylaxis Life‑threatening h ypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis, have occurred in patients treated with enzyme replacement therapies, including ELELYSO . In clinical trials, (patients were not routinely pretreated with antihistamines and/or corticosteroids prior to ELELYSO infusions during the clinical trials): • 2 of 72 (3%) ELELYSO-treated patients experienced signs and symptoms consistent with anaphylaxis including urticaria, hypotension, flushing, wheezing, chest tightness, nausea, vomiting, and dizziness. These reactions occurred during ELELYSO infusion. • 21 of 72 (29%) ELELYSO-treated patients experienced hypersensitivity reactions, including the 2 ELELYSO‑treated patients who experienced signs and symptoms consistent with anaphylaxis. Signs and symptoms of these hypersensitivity reactions included pruritus, angioedema, flushing, erythema, rash, nausea, vomiting, cough, chest tightness, and throat irritation. These reactions occurred during ELELYSO infusion and up to 3 hours after the start of infusion [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . Anaphylaxis has occurred during the early course of enzyme replacement therapy and after extended duration of therapy. Administration of ELELYSO should be supervised by a healthcare provider knowledgeable in the management of hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis. Initiate ELELYSO in a healthcare setting with appropriate medical monitoring and support measures, including access to cardiopulmonary resuscitation equipment. Observe patients closely during and after the infusion. ELELYSO-treated patients who developed anti-taliglucerase alfa antibodies (referred to as anti-drug antibodies (ADA)) generally had a greater frequency of hypersensitivity reactions compared to those who did not develop ADA [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . Closely monitor for hypersensitivity reactions in patients who develop ADA. Management of hypersensitivity reactions should be based on the severity of the reaction and includes slowing or temporary interruption of the infusion and/or administration of antihistamines, antipyretics, and/or corticosteroids for mild reactions. To reduce the risk of hypersensitivity reactions, consider pretreatment with antihistamines and/or corticosteroids. If a severe hypersensitivity reaction (e.g., anaphylaxis) occurs, discontinue ELELYSO and immediately initiate appropriate medical treatment, including use of epinephrine. Inform patients of the symptoms of life‑threatening hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis and to seek immediate medical care should symptoms occur. Consider the risks and benefits of re-administering ELELYSO in patients who have experienced a severe hypersensitivity reaction associated with ELELYSO. Caution should be exercised upon rechallenge [see Adverse Reactions (6.2) ].
Boxed Warning
HYPERSENSITIVITY REACTIONS INCLUDING ANAPHYLAXIS Patients treated with enzyme replacement therapies have experienced life‑threatening hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis has occurred during the early course of enzyme replacement therapy and after extended duration of therapy. Initiate ELELYSO in a healthcare setting with appropriate medical monitoring and support measures, including access to cardiopulmonary resuscitation equipment. If a severe hypersensitivity reaction (e.g., anaphylaxis) occurs, discontinue ELELYSO and immediately initiate appropriate medical treatment, including use of epinephrine. Inform patients of the symptoms of life‑threatening hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis and to seek immediate medical care should symptoms occur [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . WARNING: HYPERSENSITIVITY REACTIONS INCLUDING ANAPHYLAXIS See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning. • Anaphylaxis has occurred during the early course of enzyme replacement therapy and after extended duration of therapy. ( 5.1 ) • Initiate ELELYSO in a healthcare setting with appropriate medical monitoring and support measures, including access to cardiopulmonary resuscitation equipment. ( 5.1 ) • If a severe hypersensitivity reaction (e.g., anaphylaxis) occurs, discontinue ELELYSO and immediately initiate appropriate medical treatment, including use of epinephrine. ( 5.1 )
Contraindications

None. None ( 4 )

Adverse Reactions

The most common adverse reactions are: • Treatment-Naïve Adults (≥5%): headache, arthralgia, fatigue, nausea, dizziness, abdominal pain, pruritus, flushing, vomiting, urticaria ( 6.1 ). • Patients who Switched from Imiglucerase, after 9 Months on Treatment (≥10%): arthralgia, headache, pain in extremity ( 6.1 ). To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Pfizer Inc. at 1-800-438-1985 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 practice. Adverse Reactions from Clinical Trials of ELELYSO as Initial Therapy • Clinical Trial in Adult Patients The safety of ELELYSO at dosages of either 30 units/kg (n=16) (50% of the recommended dosage) [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) ] or 60 units/kg (n=16) administered intravenously every other week was assessed in 32 adult treatment-naïve patients (aged 19 to 74 years) with Type 1 Gaucher disease in a 9-month double-blind, randomized clinical trial (Trial 1) [see Clinical Studies (14) ] . Table 1 presents the adverse reactions that occurred in these ELELYSO-treated patients. Table 1: Adverse Reactions in ≥5% of Treatment-Naïve Adult Patients Treated with ELELYSO Preferred Term Treatment-Naïve Adults (N=32) n (%) Headache 6 (19) Arthralgia 4 (13) Fatigue 3 (9) Nausea 3 (9) Dizziness 3 (9) Abdominal pain 2 (6) Pruritus 2 (6) Flushing 2 (6) Vomiting 2 (6) Urticaria 2 (6) • Clinical Trial in Pediatric Patients 16 Years of Age and Younger The safety of ELELYSO at dosages of either 30 units/kg (n=4) (50% of the recommended dosage) [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) ] or 60 units/kg (n=5) administered intravenously every other week was assessed in 9 pediatric treatment-naïve patients (aged 2 to 13 years) with Type 1 Gaucher disease in a 12-month randomized clinical trial (Trial 2) [see Clinical Studies (14) ] . The most common adverse reaction (≥10%) was vomiting, which occurred in 4 of 9 patients. Two patients developed hypersensitivity reactions; 1 patient experienced severe vomiting and gastrointestinal inflammation, and 1 experienced mild throat irritation and chest discomfort. Both patients responded to treatment with antihistamines and continued ELELYSO treatment. Adverse Reactions in a Clinical Trial in Patients Who Switched from Imiglucerase to ELELYSO The safety of ELELYSO was assessed in 31 patients (26 adult and 5 pediatric patients), ages 6 to 66 years old, with Type 1 Gaucher disease who had previously been receiving imiglucerase treatment for a minimum of 2 years (Trial 3). ELELYSO was administered intravenously every other week for 9 months at the same number of units as each patient's previous imiglucerase dose. Table 2 presents the adverse reactions in these ELELYSO-treated patients. Table 2: Adverse Reactions in ≥10% of ELELYSO-Treated Patients Who Switched from Imiglucerase to ELELYSO (after 9 months on treatment) Preferred Term Adult and Pediatric Patients Switched from Imiglucerase (N=31) n (%) Arthralgia 4 (13) Headache 4 (13) Pain in extremity 3 (10) Immunogenicity: Anti-Drug Antibody-Associated Adverse Reactions Trials 1, 2, and 3 evaluated ELELYSO enzyme replacement therapy (ERT)-naïve and ERT-experienced adult and pediatric patients with Gaucher disease [see Clinical Studies (14.1, 14.2) ] . In patients with Type 1 Gaucher disease, hypersensitivity reactions occurred in 36% (9/25) of ELELYSO-treated patients who developed ADA during the treatment period and in 15% (6/41) of ELELYSO-treated patients who did not develop ADA during the treatment period [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.6) ] . Of the 9 ELELYSO-treated patients who tested positive for ADA and who developed hypersensitivity reactions, 2 patients had anaphylaxis and 1 additional patient discontinued ELELYSO due to hypersensitivity reactions. 6.2 Postmarketing Experience The following adverse reactions have been identified during post-approval use of ELELYSO. Because these reactions include those reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size in addition to those from postmarketing studies, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure: • Gastrointestinal disorders : Vomiting, diarrhea • General disorders and administration site conditions : Fatigue • Immune system disorders : Anaphylaxis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] , Type III immune mediated fixed drug eruption • Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders : Back pain

Storage & Handling

Refrigerate ELELYSO at 2 °C to 8 °C (36 °F to 46 °F) in the original carton to protect from light. Do not freeze.


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