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NDC 58468-0080-1
Rx only

Thymoglobulin®
Anti-thymocyte Globulin (Rabbit)

25 mg per vial

For Injection
For Intravenous Infusion

One single-dose vial
Discard unused portion

SANOFI GENZYME

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS

THYMOGLOBULIN is contraindicated in patients with history of allergy or anaphylactic reaction to rabbit proteins or to any product excipients, or who have active acute or chronic infections that contraindicate any additional immunosuppression [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2, 5.5) and Adverse Reactions (6.2)].

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

5.1 Management of Immunosuppression

To prevent over-immunosuppression, physicians may wish to decrease the dose of the maintenance immunosuppression regimen during the period of THYMOGLOBULIN use.

Dosing for THYMOGLOBULIN is different from dosing for other anti-thymocyte globulin (ATG) products, because protein composition and concentrations vary depending on the source of ATG. The prescribing physician must ensure that the dose prescribed is appropriate for the ATG product being administered.

5.2 Immune-Mediated Reactions

Serious immune-mediated reactions, including anaphylaxis or severe cytokine release syndrome (CRS), have been reported with the use of THYMOGLOBULIN [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)].

Fatal anaphylaxis has been reported. If an anaphylactic reaction occurs, terminate the infusion immediately. Provide emergency treatment, such as 0.3 mL to 0.5 mL aqueous epinephrine (1:1000 dilution) subcutaneously and other resuscitative measures including oxygen, intravenous fluids, antihistamines, corticosteroids, pressor amines, and airway management, as clinically indicated.

5.3 Infusion-Associated Reactions

Cases consistent with cytokine release syndrome (CRS) have been reported with rapid infusion rates. CRS is attributed to the release of cytokines by activated monocytes and lymphocytes. Severe acute CRS can cause serious cardiorespiratory events and/or death [see Adverse Reactions (6.2)]. Close compliance with the recommended dosage and infusion time may reduce the incidence and severity of infusion-associated reactions (IARs). Slowing the infusion rate may minimize many of these IARs.

Reactions at the infusion site may include pain, swelling, and redness of the skin.

5.4 Hematologic Effects

Low counts of platelets and white blood cells (including low counts of lymphocytes and neutrophils) have been identified and are reversible following dose adjustments. Total white blood cell and platelet counts should be monitored [see Dosage and Administration (2.3)].

5.5 Infection

THYMOGLOBULIN is routinely used in combination with other immunosuppressive agents. Infections (bacterial, fungal, viral and protozoal), reactivation of infection (particularly cytomegalovirus [CMV]) and sepsis have been reported after THYMOGLOBULIN administration in combination with multiple immunosuppressive agents. These infections can be fatal.

Monitor patients carefully and administer appropriate anti-infective treatment when indicated [see Dosage and Administration (2.4)].

5.6 Malignancy

Use of immunosuppressive agents, including THYMOGLOBULIN, may increase the incidence of malignancies, including lymphoma or lymphoproliferative disorders. These events have been associated with fatal outcome [see Adverse Reactions (6.2)].

5.7 Immunizations

The safety of immunization with attenuated live vaccines following THYMOGLOBULIN therapy has not been studied; therefore, immunization with attenuated live vaccines is not recommended for patients who have recently received THYMOGLOBULIN.

5.8 Laboratory Tests

THYMOGLOBULIN may interfere with rabbit antibody–based immunoassays and with cross-match or panel-reactive antibody cytotoxicity assays. THYMOGLOBULIN has not been shown to interfere with any routine clinical laboratory tests that do not use immunoglobulins.

16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING

16.1 How Supplied

THYMOGLOBULIN is supplied as a single-dose clear glass 10 mL vial containing 25 mg of lyophilized (solid) THYMOGLOBULIN. Each carton contains one THYMOGLOBULIN vial (NDC 58468-0080-1).

16.2 Storage and Handling

• Store in refrigerator at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F).
• Protect from light.
• Do not freeze.
• Do not use after the expiration date indicated on the label.
• Reconstituted THYMOGLOBULIN is physically and chemically stable for up to 24 hours at room temperature; however, room temperature storage is not recommended. As THYMOGLOBULIN contains no preservatives, reconstituted product should be used immediately.
• Infusion solutions of THYMOGLOBULIN must be used immediately.
• Any unused drug remaining after infusion must be discarded.