Key facts about Bkemv
What is Bkemv?
Bkemv (eculizumab-aeeb) is an IV infusion that is biosimilar to Soliris.
What dosages is Bkemv available in?
Bkemv is available as a 300 mg/30 mL (10 mg/mL) single-dose vial.
What is Bkemv used for?
Bkemv is a complement inhibitor indicated for: The treatment of patients with paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH) to reduce hemolysis. The treatment of patients with atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome (aHUS) to inhibit complement-mediated thrombotic microangiopathy.
How does Bkemv work?
The exact ways that Bkemv works to treat these conditions aren’t known, but it’s thought to help by stopping the complement system. This stops the body’s immune system from attacking itself.
How do I take Bkemv?
Bkemv is given by intravenous infusion over 35 minutes in adults and 1 to 4 hours in pediatric patients via gravity feed, a syringe-type pump, or an infusion pump.
Is it safe for me to take Bkemv?
Bkemv is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA approved indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. You should not take Bkemv is you have an unresolved serious Neisseria meningitidis infection.
Bkemv Common Side Effects
Common side effects of Bkemv: Headache, Nose and throat infection, Back pain Nausea, Tiredness, Cough, Fever, Diarrhea, High blood pressure, Vomiting Joint pain
Bkemv Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with Bkemv. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following: Meningococcal infection: headache, stiff neck or back, muscle ache, nausea, vomiting, fever, flu-like symptoms, sensitivity to bright light, confusion, rash Serious infusion-related reactions: chest pain, trouble breathing or shortness of breath, feeling faint or wanting to pass out, swelling of face, tongue, or throat Blood clots, other blood problems, or worsening of aHUS: stroke confusion, seizures, difficulty breathing, chest pain, kidney problems, swelling in arms or legs
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on Bkemv
There are no drug interactions listed for Bkemv.
Who makes Bkemv?
Amgen Inc.
Is Bkemv safe in pregnancy?
It is not known whether Bkemv will harm your unborn baby. Talk with your healthcare provider about the risks of taking this medication if you are pregnant or plan on becoming pregnant.
