Guest: Dr. Timothy Craig
Hereditary angioedema (HAE) is a rare genetic disease that can cause recurrent, unpredictable, and potentially life-threatening attacks of swelling in the body.2 The unpredictability of these attacks is a significant burden on patients.3 Fortunately, preventive treatments like TAKHZYRO® (lanadelumab-flyo) can help reduce the frequency and severity of HAE attacks.1 Here to share key information and data on this treatment option is Dr. Timothy Craig, Professor of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine at Pennsylvania State University.
Indication
TAKHZYRO® (lanadelumab-flyo) is indicated for prophylaxis to prevent attacks of hereditary angioedema (HAE) in patients ≥2 years of age.
Important Safety Information
Hypersensitivity reactions have been observed. In case of a severe hypersensitivity reaction, discontinue TAKHZYRO administration and institute appropriate treatment.
Adverse Reactions: The most commonly observed adverse reactions (≥10%) associated with TAKHZYRO were injection site reactions consisting mainly of pain, erythema, and bruising at the injection site; upper respiratory infection; headache; rash; dizziness; diarrhea; and myalgia. Less common adverse reactions observed included elevated levels of transaminases; one patient discontinued the trial for elevated transaminases.
Use in Specific Populations: The safety and efficacy of TAKHZYRO in pediatric patients <2 years of age have not been established.
No data are available on TAKHZYRO …