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Bimekizumab-bkzx, an interleukin-17 A and F antagonist, is a recombinant humanized immunoglobulin G1 (IgG1) monoclonal antibody. Bimekizumab-bkzx is produced by recombinant DNA technology in Chinese Hamster Ovary cells, and has an approximate molecular weight of 150 kDa. BIMZELX (bimekizumab-bkzx) injection is a sterile, preservative-free, clear to slightly opalescent, and colorless to pale brownish-yellow solution for subcutaneous use. Each BIMZELX 1 mL (160 mg/mL) prefilled syringe or prefilled autoinjector delivers 1 mL containing 160 mg bimekizumab-bkzx, glacial acetic acid (1.23 mg), glycine (16.5 mg), polysorbate 80 (0.4 mg), sodium acetate (2.83 mg), and Water for Injection, USP at pH 5.1. Each BIMZELX 2 mL (160 mg/mL) prefilled syringe or prefilled autoinjector delivers 2 mL containing 320 mg bimekizumab-bkzx, glacial acetic acid (2.46 mg), glycine (33.0 mg), polysorbate 80 (0.8 mg), sodium acetate (5.65 mg), and Water for Injection, USP at pH 5.1.

The chemical name of BRIVIACT (brivaracetam) is (2S)-2-[(4R)-2-oxo-4-propyltetrahydro-1 H -pyrrol-1-yl] butanamide. Its molecular formula is C 11 H 20 N 2 O 2 and its molecular weight is 212.29. The chemical structure is: Brivaracetam is a white to off-white crystalline powder. It is very soluble in water, buffer (pH 1.2, 4.5, and 7.4), ethanol, methanol, and glacial acetic acid. It is freely soluble in acetonitrile and acetone and soluble in toluene. It is very slightly soluble in n-hexane. Tablets BRIVIACT tablets are for oral administration and contain the following inactive ingredients: croscarmellose sodium, lactose monohydrate, betadex (β-cyclodextrin), anhydrous lactose, magnesium stearate, and film coating agents specified below: 10 mg tablets: polyvinyl alcohol, talc, polyethylene glycol 3350, titanium dioxide 25 mg and 100 mg tablets: polyvinyl alcohol, talc, polyethylene glycol 3350, titanium dioxide, yellow iron oxide, black iron oxide 50 mg tablets: polyvinyl alcohol, talc, polyethylene glycol 3350, titanium dioxide, yellow iron oxide, red iron oxide 75 mg tablets: polyvinyl alcohol, talc, polyethylene glycol 3350, titanium dioxide, yellow iron oxide, red iron oxide, black iron oxide Oral Solution BRIVIACT oral solution contains 10 mg of brivaracetam per mL. The inactive ingredients are sodium citrate, anhydrous citric acid, methylparaben, sodium carboxymethylcellulose, sucralose, sorbitol solution, glycerin, raspberry flavor, and purified water. Injection BRIVIACT injection is a clear, colorless liquid provided as a sterile, preservative-free solution. BRIVIACT injection contains 10 mg brivaracetam per mL for intravenous administration. One vial contains 50 mg of brivaracetam drug substance. It contains the following inactive ingredients: sodium acetate, trihydrate (1.64 mg/mL), glacial acetic acid (for pH adjustment to 5.5), sodium chloride (9.00 mg/mL), and water for injection. Chemical Structure

Certolizumab pegol is a TNF blocker. CIMZIA is a recombinant, humanized antibody Fab' fragment, with specificity for human tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNFα), conjugated to an approximately 40kDa polyethylene glycol (PEG2MAL40K). The Fab' fragment is manufactured in E. coli and is subsequently subjected to purification and conjugation to PEG2MAL40K, to generate certolizumab pegol. The Fab' fragment is composed of a light chain with 214 amino acids and a heavy chain with 229 amino acids. The molecular weight of certolizumab pegol is approximately 91 kiloDaltons. CIMZIA (certolizumab pegol) for injection is supplied as a sterile white, lyophilized powder in a single-dose vial for subcutaneous use. After reconstitution of the lyophilized powder with 1 mL Sterile Water for Injection, USP, the final concentration is 200 mg/mL with a deliverable volume of 1 mL (200 mg) and a pH of approximately 5.2. Each single-dose vial provides 200 mg certolizumab pegol, lactic acid (0.9 mg), polysorbate (0.1 mg), and sucrose (100 mg). CIMZIA (certolizumab pegol) injection is supplied as a sterile, clear to opalescent, colorless to yellow solution that may contain particulates in a single-dose prefilled syringe for subcutaneous use. Each prefilled syringe delivers 1 mL of solution containing 200 mg certolizumab pegol, sodium acetate (1.36 mg), sodium chloride (7.31 mg), and Water for Injection, USP.

FINTEPLA oral solution contains 2.2 mg/mL fenfluramine, equivalent to 2.5 mg/mL of the hydrochloride salt. The active ingredient, fenfluramine hydrochloride, is designated chemically as N-ethyl-α- methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)phenethylamine hydrochloride. The structural formula is: Fenfluramine hydrochloride is a white to off-white crystalline solid. The pKa of fenfluramine is 10.2. FINTEPLA is a clear, colorless solution, pH 5. FINTEPLA contains the following inactive ingredients: cherry flavor, citric acid, ethylparaben hydroxyethylcellulose, methylparaben, potassium citrate, sucralose, and water. FINTEPLA contains no ingredient made from gluten-containing grain (wheat, barley, or rye), and contains not more than 0.1% of carbohydrates, which is solely derived from the cherry flavor. Chemical Structure

KEPPRA injection is an antiepileptic drug available as a clear, colorless, sterile solution (100 mg/mL) for intravenous administration. The chemical name of levetiracetam, a single enantiomer, is (-)-(S)-α-ethyl-2-oxo-1-pyrrolidine acetamide, its molecular formula is C8H14N2O2 and its molecular weight is 170.21. Levetiracetam is chemically unrelated to existing antiepileptic drugs (AEDs). It has the following structural formula: Levetiracetam is a white to off-white crystalline powder with a faint odor and a bitter taste. It is very soluble in water (104.0 g/100 mL). It is freely soluble in chloroform (65.3 g/100 mL) and in methanol (53.6 g/100 mL), soluble in ethanol (16.5 g/100 mL), sparingly soluble in acetonitrile (5.7 g/100 mL) and practically insoluble in n-hexane. (Solubility limits are expressed as g/100 mL solvent.) KEPPRA injection contains 100 mg of levetiracetam per mL. It is supplied in single-use 5 mL vials containing 500 mg levetiracetam, water for injection, 45 mg sodium chloride, and buffered at approximately pH 5.5 with glacial acetic acid and 8.2 mg sodium acetate trihydrate. KEPPRA injection must be diluted prior to intravenous infusion [see Dosage and Administration (2.6) ] . Chemical Structure

KEPPRA is an antiepileptic drug available as 250 mg (blue), 500 mg (yellow), 750 mg (orange), and 1000 mg (white) tablets and as a clear, colorless, grape-flavored liquid (100 mg/mL) for oral administration. The chemical name of levetiracetam, a single enantiomer, is (-)-(S)-α-ethyl-2-oxo-1-pyrrolidine acetamide, its molecular formula is C8H14N2O2 and its molecular weight is 170.21. Levetiracetam is chemically unrelated to existing antiepileptic drugs (AEDs). It has the following structural formula: Levetiracetam is a white to off-white crystalline powder with a faint odor and a bitter taste. It is very soluble in water (104.0 g/100 mL). It is freely soluble in chloroform (65.3 g/100 mL) and in methanol (53.6 g/100 mL), soluble in ethanol (16.5 g/100 mL), sparingly soluble in acetonitrile (5.7 g/100 mL) and practically insoluble in n-hexane. (Solubility limits are expressed as g/100 mL solvent.) KEPPRA tablets contain the labeled amount of levetiracetam. Inactive ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, magnesium stearate, polyethylene glycol 3350, polyethylene glycol 6000, polyvinyl alcohol, talc, titanium dioxide, and additional agents listed below: 250 mg tablets: FD&C Blue #2/indigo carmine aluminum lake 500 mg tablets: iron oxide yellow 750 mg tablets: FD&C yellow #6/sunset yellow FCF aluminum lake, iron oxide red KEPPRA oral solution contains 100 mg of levetiracetam per mL. Inactive ingredients: ammonium glycyrrhizinate, citric acid monohydrate, glycerin, maltitol solution, methylparaben, potassium acesulfame, propylparaben, purified water, sodium citrate dihydrate and natural and artificial flavor. Chemical Structure

KEPPRA XR is an antiepileptic drug available as 500 mg and 750 mg (white) extended-release tablets for oral administration. The chemical name of levetiracetam, a single enantiomer, is (-)-(S)-α-ethyl-2-oxo-1-pyrrolidine acetamide, its molecular formula is C 8 H 14 N 2 O 2 and its molecular weight is 170.21. Levetiracetam is chemically unrelated to existing antiepileptic drugs (AEDs). It has the following structural formula: Levetiracetam is a white to off-white crystalline powder with a faint odor and a bitter taste. It is very soluble in water (104.0 g/100 mL). It is freely soluble in chloroform (65.3 g/100 mL) and in methanol (53.6 g/100 mL), soluble in ethanol (16.5 g/100 mL), sparingly soluble in acetonitrile (5.7 g/100 mL) and practically insoluble in n-hexane. (Solubility limits are expressed as g/100 mL solvent.) KEPPRA XR tablets contain the labeled amount of levetiracetam. Inactive ingredients: colloidal anhydrous silica, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, polyethylene glycol 6000, polyvinyl alcohol-partially hydrolyzed, titanium dioxide (E171), Macrogol/PEG3350, and talc. The imprinting ink contains shellac, FD&C Red #40, n-butyl alcohol, propylene glycol, titanium dioxide, ethanol, and methanol. The medication is combined with a drug release controlling polymer that provides a drug release at a controlled rate. The biologically inert components of the tablet may occasionally remain intact during GI transit and will be eliminated in the feces as a soft, hydrated mass. Chemical Structure

NAYZILAM contains midazolam, a compound of the benzodiazepine class. Midazolam is chemically designated as 8-Chloro-6-(ο-fluorophenyl)-1-methyl-4H-imidazo[1,5-a][1,4]benzodiazepine, and it has the following structure: The empirical formula is C 18 H 13 ClFN 3 representing a molecular weight of 325.8. Midazolam, USP is a white or yellowish, crystalline powder that is practically insoluble in water, soluble in methanol, and freely soluble in acetone and in alcohol. NAYZILAM nasal spray is a clear, colorless to yellowish colored liquid. Each single-dose NAYZILAM unit is for nasal administration and delivers 5 mg of midazolam in 0.1 mL of solution containing ethanol; PEG-6 methyl ether; polyethylene glycol 400; propylene glycol; and purified water. The pH range of solution is approximately 5.0 to 9.0. Chemical Structure

NEUPRO is a transdermal system that provides continuous delivery of rotigotine, a non-ergoline dopamine agonist, for 24 hours following application to intact skin. NEUPRO is available in six strengths as shown in Table 4. Table 4 Nominal Dose, Drug Content, and Transdermal System Size NEUPRO Nominal Dose Rotigotine Content per System NEUPRO System Size 1 mg/24 hours 2.25 mg 5 cm 2 2 mg/24 hours 4.5 mg 10 cm 2 3 mg/24 hours 6.75 mg 15 cm 2 4 mg/24 hours 9 mg 20 cm 2 6 mg/24 hours 13.5 mg 30 cm 2 8 mg/24 hours 18 mg 40 cm 2 The chemical name of rotigotine is (6S)-6-{propyl[2-(2-thienyl)ethyl]amino}-5,6,7,8-tetrahydro-1-naphthalenol. The empirical formula is C 19 H 25 NOS. The molecular weight is 315.48. The structural formula for rotigotine is: The asterisk designates the chiral center. Chemical Structure System Components and Structure NEUPRO is a thin, matrix-type transdermal system composed of three layers as shown in Figure 1: Backing film Drug matrix Protective liner Figure 1: System Schematic A flexible, tan-colored backing film, consisting of an aluminized polyester film coated with a pigment-layer on the outer side. The backing provides structural support and protection of the drug-loaded adhesive layer from the environment. A self-adhesive drug matrix layer, consisting of the active component rotigotine and the following inactive components: ascorbyl palmitate, povidone, silicone adhesive, sodium metabisulfite, and dl-alpha-tocopherol. A protective liner, consisting of a transparent fluoropolymer-coated polyester film. This liner protects the adhesive layer during storage and is removed just prior to application. Figure 1

Rozanolixizumab-noli, a neonatal Fc receptor blocker, is a recombinant, humanized IgG4P monoclonal antibody, expressed in a genetically engineered Chinese hamster ovary DG44 cell line. Rozanolixizumab-noli has an approximate molecular weight of 148 kDa. RYSTIGGO 140 mg/mL (2 mL, 3 mL, 4 mL, and 6 mL vials) RYSTIGGO (rozanolixizumab-noli) injection is a sterile, preservative-free, clear to slightly opalescent, colorless to pale brownish yellow solution for subcutaneous infusion. Each single-dose vial contains 280 mg, 420 mg, 560 mg, or 840 mg of rozanolixizumab-noli at a concentration of 140 mg/mL with a pH of 5.6. Each mL also contains histidine (1.05 mg), L-histidine hydrochloride monohydrate (4.87 mg), polysorbate 80 (0.30 mg), proline (28.78 mg), and water for injection, USP.

The chemical name of lacosamide, the single (R)-enantiomer, is (R)-2-acetamido-N-benzyl-3-methoxypropionamide (IUPAC). Lacosamide is a functionalized amino acid. Its molecular formula is C 13 H 18 N 2 O 3 and its molecular weight is 250.30. The chemical structure is: Lacosamide is a white to light yellow powder. It is sparingly soluble in water and slightly soluble in acetonitrile and ethanol. Chemical Structure 11.1 VIMPAT Tablets VIMPAT tablets for oral administration contain lacosamide and the following inactive ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, crospovidone, hydroxypropylcellulose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol, talc, titanium dioxide, and dye pigments as specified below: VIMPAT tablets are supplied as debossed tablets and contain the following coloring agents: 50 mg tablets: red iron oxide, black iron oxide, FD&C Blue #2/indigo carmine aluminum lake 100 mg tablets: yellow iron oxide 150 mg tablets: yellow iron oxide, red iron oxide, black iron oxide 200 mg tablets: FD&C Blue #2/indigo carmine aluminum lake 11.2 VIMPAT Injection VIMPAT injection is a clear, colorless, sterile solution containing 10 mg lacosamide per mL for intravenous infusion. One 20-mL vial contains 200 mg of lacosamide drug substance. The inactive ingredients are sodium chloride (7.62 mg/mL) and water for injection. Hydrochloric acid is used for pH adjustment. VIMPAT injection has a pH of 3.8 to 5.0. 11.3 VIMPAT Oral Solution VIMPAT oral solution contains 10 mg of lacosamide per mL. The inactive ingredients are purified water, sorbitol solution, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, acesulfame potassium, methylparaben, flavoring (including natural and artificial flavors, propylene glycol, aspartame, and maltol), anhydrous citric acid and sodium chloride.

Zilucoplan, a complement inhibitor, is a 15 amino-acid, synthetic macrocyclic peptide. The molecular formula of zilucoplan is C 172 H 278 N 24 O 55 in free acid form and its molecular weight is 3562.23 Daltons (free acid form). The chemical name for zilucoplan sodium is: acetyl‐[L-lysyl 1 -L-valyl 2 -L-glutamyl 3 -L-arginyl 4 -L phenylalanyl 5 -L aspartyl 6 ]- N -methyl L-aspartyl 7 -L tert-leucyl 8 -L tyrosyl 9 -L-7-azatryptophyl 10 -L glutamyl 11 -L-tyrosyl 12 -L prolyl 13 -L cyclohexylglycyl 14 -[L-lysyl 15 , N ε -palmitoyl-γ-L-glutamyl-(1-amino-3,6,9,12,15,18,21,24,27,30,33,36,39,42,45,48,51,54,57,60,63,66,69,72-tetracosaoxapentaheptacontan-75-oyl)], cyclic (Lactam 1-6), tetra sodium. The primary structure for zilucoplan sodium is shown below: ZILBRYSQ injection is a sterile, clear to slightly opalescent, colorless, preservative-free, buffered solution of zilucoplan (as zilucoplan sodium) for subcutaneous injection, in single-dose prefilled syringes. The solution pH is between 6.5 and 7.5. ZILBRYSQ is supplied in three dose strengths containing 16.6 mg /0.416 mL, 23 mg /0.574 mL, and 32.4 mg/0.81 mL of zilucoplan free acid equivalent to 17 mg, 23.6 mg, and 33.2 mg of zilucoplan sodium, respectively. Additionally, each mL of the solution contains dibasic sodium phosphate, anhydrous (4.11 mg); monobasic sodium phosphate, monohydrate (2.9 mg); sodium chloride (4.42 mg); and water for injection. Chemical Structure