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Ultomiris Dosage

Generic name: ravulizumab 300mg in 30mL
Dosage form: intravenous solution, concentrate
Drug class: Selective immunosuppressants

Medically reviewed by drugclasses.com. Last updated on Jul 5, 2024.

Important Dosage Information

ULTOMIRIS is intended to be administered only as an intravenous infusion in adult or pediatric patients one month of age and older.

Recommended Vaccination and Prophylaxis for Meningococcal Infection

Vaccinate patients against meningococcal infection (serogroups A, C, W, Y and B) according to current ACIP recommendations at least 2 weeks prior to initiation of ULTOMIRIS [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].

If urgent ULTOMIRIS therapy is indicated in a patient who is not up to date with meningococcal vaccines according to ACIP recommendations, provide the patient with antibacterial drug prophylaxis and administer these vaccines as soon as possible.

Healthcare providers who prescribe ULTOMIRIS must enroll in the ULTOMIRIS and SOLIRIS REMS [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)].

Recommended Dosage for Intravenous Administration in Adult and Pediatric Patients with PNH or aHUS, and in Adult Patients with gMG or NMOSD

The recommended intravenous (IV) ULTOMIRIS loading and maintenance dosing in adult and pediatric patients, one month of age or older weighing 5 kg or greater, with PNH or aHUS, or in adult patients with gMG or NMOSD weighing 40 kg or greater, is based on the patient's body weight, as shown in Table 1, with maintenance doses administered every 4 or 8 weeks, starting 2 weeks after loading dose.

The IV dosing schedule is allowed to occasionally vary within 7 days of the scheduled infusion day (except for the first maintenance dose of ULTOMIRIS); but subsequent doses should be administered according to the original schedule.

Following a missed IV ULTOMIRIS dose, the patient should contact their health care provider immediately.

Table 1: IV Administration of ULTOMIRIS Weight-Based Dosing Regimen – PNH, aHUS, gMG, or NMOSD*
Indications Body Weight Range
(kg)
Loading Dose
(mg)
Maintenance Dose (mg) and Dosing Interval
*
See Table 4, Table 5, Table 7, and Table 8 for selection of the proper total volume and maximum infusion rate [see Dosage and Administration (2.5)]
See Table 2 for ULTOMIRIS treatment initiation instruction and timing of loading dose and maintenance dose
PNH or aHUS 5 to less than 10 600 300 Every 4 weeks
10 to less than 20 600 600
20 to less than 30 900 2,100 Every 8 weeks
30 to less than 40 1,200 2,700
PNH, aHUS, gMG, or NMOSD 40 to less than 60 2,400 3,000 Every 8 weeks
60 to less than 100 2,700 3,300
100 or greater 3,000 3,600

Refer to Table 2 for treatment initiation instructions in patients who are complement inhibitor treatment-naïve or switching treatment from eculizumab.

Table 2: IV Administration of ULTOMIRIS Treatment Initiation Instructions – PNH, aHUS, gMG, or NMOSD
Population Weight-based ULTOMIRIS Loading Dose Time of First ULTOMIRIS Weight-based Maintenance Dose
Not currently on ULTOMIRIS or eculizumab treatment At treatment start 2 weeks after ULTOMIRIS loading dose
Currently treated with eculizumab At time of next scheduled eculizumab dose 2 weeks after ULTOMIRIS loading dose

Dosing Considerations

Supplemental Dose of ULTOMIRIS

Plasma exchange (PE), plasmapheresis (PP), and intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIg) have been shown to reduce ULTOMIRIS serum levels. A supplemental dose of ULTOMIRIS is required in the setting of PE, PP, or IVIg (Table 3).

Table 3: Supplemental Dose of ULTOMIRIS after PE, PP, or IVIg*
Body Weight Range (kg) Most Recent ULTOMIRIS Dose (mg) Supplemental Dose (mg) following each PE or PP Intervention Supplemental Dose (mg) following Completion of an IVIg Cycle
Abbreviations: IVIg = intravenous immunoglobulin; PE = plasma exchange; PP = plasmapheresis
*
See Table 6 and Table 9 for selection of the proper total volume and maximum infusion rate [see Dosage and Administration (2.5)]
40 to less than 60 2,400 1,200 600
3,000 1,500
60 to less than 100 2,700 1,500 600
3,300 1,800
100 or greater 3,000 1,500 600
3,600 1,800
Timing of ULTOMIRIS Supplemental Dose Within 4 hours following each PE or PP intervention Within 4 hours following completion of an IVIg cycle

Preparation and Administration

Preparation of ULTOMIRIS Vials for Intravenous Administration

Each vial of ULTOMIRIS is intended for single-dose only.

ULTOMIRIS vials are for intravenous administration by a healthcare provider and are intended for intravenous administration only.

Dilute before use.

Do not mix ULTOMIRIS 100 mg/mL (3 mL and 11 mL vials) and 10 mg/mL (30 mL vial) concentrations together.

Use aseptic technique to prepare ULTOMIRIS as follows:

1.
The number of vials to be diluted is determined based on the individual patient's weight and the prescribed dose [see Dosage and Administration (2.3)].
2.
Prior to dilution, visually inspect the solution in the vials; the solution should be free of any particulate matter or precipitation. Do not use if there is evidence of particulate matter or precipitation.
3.
Withdraw the calculated volume of ULTOMIRIS from the appropriate number of vials and dilute in an infusion bag using 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP to a final concentration of:
  • 50 mg/mL for the 3 mL and 11 mL vial sizes or
  • 5 mg/mL for the 30 mL vial size.

The product should be mixed gently. Do not shake. Protect from light. Do not freeze.

Refer to the following reference tables for IV preparation and minimum infusion duration:

4.
Administer the prepared solution immediately following preparation.
5.
If the diluted ULTOMIRIS infusion solution is not used immediately, storage under refrigeration at 2°C - 8°C (36°F - 46°F) must not exceed 24 hours taking into account the expected infusion time. Once removed from refrigeration, administer the diluted ULTOMIRIS infusion solution within 6 hours if prepared with ULTOMIRIS 30 mL vials or within 4 hours if prepared with ULTOMIRIS 3 mL or 11 mL vials.

Intravenous Administration of ULTOMIRIS (Healthcare Providers)

Only administer as an intravenous infusion through a 0.2 or 0.22 micron filter.

Dilute ULTOMIRIS to a final concentration of:

  • 50 mg/mL for the 3 mL and 11 mL vial sizes or
  • 5 mg/mL for the 30 mL vial size.

Prior to administration, allow the admixture to adjust to room temperature (18°C - 25°C, 64°F - 77°F). Do not heat the admixture in a microwave or with any heat source other than ambient air temperature.

Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit.

After administration of ULTOMIRIS, flush the entire line with 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP.

Table 4: Loading Dose Reference Table for ULTOMIRIS 100 mg/mL (3 mL and 11 mL Vials)
Body Weight Range
(kg)*
Loading Dose (mg) ULTOMIRIS
Volume (mL)
Volume of NaCl Diluent (mL) Total Volume (mL) Minimum Infusion Time
(hr)
Maximum Infusion Rate
(mL/hr)
*
Body weight at time of treatment.
Dilute ULTOMIRIS only using 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP.
For PNH and aHUS indications only.
5 to less than 10 600 6 6 12 1.4 9
10 to less than 20 600 6 6 12 0.8 15
20 to less than 30 900 9 9 18 0.6 30
30 to less than 40 1,200 12 12 24 0.5 48
40 to less than 60 2,400 24 24 48 0.8 60
60 to less than 100 2,700 27 27 54 0.6 90
100 or greater 3,000 30 30 60 0.4 150
Table 5: Maintenance Dose Reference Table for ULTOMIRIS 100 mg/mL (3 mL and 11 mL Vials)
Body Weight Range
(kg)*
Maintenance Dose (mg) ULTOMIRIS
Volume (mL)
Volume of NaCl Diluent (mL) Total Volume (mL) Minimum Infusion Time
(hr)
Maximum Infusion Rate
(mL/hr)
*
Body weight at time of treatment.
Dilute ULTOMIRIS only using 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP.
For PNH and aHUS indications only.
5 to less than 10 300 3 3 6 0.8 8
10 to less than 20 600 6 6 12 0.8 15
20 to less than 30 2,100 21 21 42 1.3 33
30 to less than 40 2,700 27 27 54 1.1 50
40 to less than 60 3,000 30 30 60 0.9 67
60 to less than 100 3,300 33 33 66 0.7 95
100 or greater 3,600 36 36 72 0.5 144
Table 6: Supplemental Dose Reference Table for ULTOMIRIS 100 mg/mL (3 mL and 11 mL vials)
Body Weight Range (kg)* Supplemental Dose (mg) ULTOMIRIS
Volume (mL)
Volume of NaCl Diluent (mL) Total Volume (mL) Minimum Infusion Time
(hr)
Maximum Infusion Rate
(mL/hr)
Note: Refer to Table 3 for selection of ravulizumab supplemental dose
*
Body weight at time of treatment.
Dilute ULTOMIRIS only using 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP.
40 to less than 60 600 6 6 12 0.25 48
1,200 12 12 24 0.42 57
1,500 15 15 30 0.5 60
60 to less than 100 600 6 6 12 0.20 60
1,500 15 15 30 0.36 83
1,800 18 18 36 0.42 86
100 or greater 600 6 6 12 0.17 71
1,500 15 15 30 0.25 120
1,800 18 18 36 0.28 129
Table 7: Loading Dose Reference Table for ULTOMIRIS 10 mg/mL (30 mL Vial)
Body Weight Range
(kg)*
Loading Dose (mg) ULTOMIRIS
Volume (mL)
Volume of NaCl Diluent (mL) Total Volume (mL) Minimum Infusion Time
(hr)
Maximum Infusion Rate
(mL/hr)
*
Body weight at time of treatment.
Dilute ULTOMIRIS only using 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP.
For PNH and aHUS indications only.
5 to less than 10 600 60 60 120 3.8 32
10 to less than 20 600 60 60 120 1.9 64
20 to less than 30 900 90 90 180 1.5 120
30 to less than 40 1,200 120 120 240 1.3 185
40 to less than 60 2,400 240 240 480 1.9 253
60 to less than 100 2,700 270 270 540 1.7 318
100 or greater 3,000 300 300 600 1.8 334
Table 8: Maintenance Dose Reference Table for ULTOMIRIS 10 mg/mL (30 mL Vial)
Body Weight Range
(kg)*
Maintenance Dose (mg) ULTOMIRIS
Volume (mL)
Volume of NaCl Diluent (mL) Total Volume (mL) Minimum Infusion Time
(hr)
Maximum Infusion Rate
(mL/hr)
*
Body weight at time of treatment.
Dilute ULTOMIRIS only using 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP.
For PNH and aHUS indications only.
5 to less than 10 300 30 30 60 1.9 32
10 to less than 20 600 60 60 120 1.9 64
20 to less than 30 2,100 210 210 420 3.3 128
30 to less than 40 2,700 270 270 540 2.8 193
40 to less than 60 3,000 300 300 600 2.3 261
60 to less than 100 3,300 330 330 660 2 330
100 or greater 3,600 360 360 720 2.2 328
Table 9: Supplemental Dose Reference Table for ULTOMIRIS 10 mg/mL (30 mL vial)
Body Weight Range (kg)* Supplemental Dose (mg) ULTOMIRIS
Volume (mL)
Volume of NaCl Diluent (mL) Total Volume (mL) Minimum Infusion Time
(hr)
Maximum Infusion Rate
(mL/hr)
Note: Refer to Table 3 for selection of ravulizumab supplemental dose
*
Body weight at time of treatment.
Dilute ULTOMIRIS only using 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP.
40 to less than 60 600 60 60 120 0.5 240
1,200 120 120 240 1 240
1,500 150 150 300 1.2 250
60 to less than 100 600 60 60 120 0.4 300
1,500 150 150 300 1 300
1,800 180 180 360 1.1 327
100 or greater 600 60 60 120 0.4 300
1,500 150 150 300 1 300
1,800 180 180 360 1.1 327

If an adverse reaction occurs during the administration of ULTOMIRIS, the infusion may be slowed or stopped at the discretion of the physician. Monitor the patient for at least 1 hour following completion of the infusion for signs or symptoms of an infusion-related reaction.

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