EGRIFTA SV

TAP FOR IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION,
AND OTHER INFORMATION ON EGRIFTA SV AND
THE SYMPTOMS OF HARD BELLY

IMPORTANT RISK INFORMATION ABOUT EGRIFTA SV^® (TESAMORELIN FOR INJECTION)

Indication

EGRIFTA SV^® is indicated for the reduction of excess abdominal fat* in HIV-infected adult patients with lipodystrophy.

Limitations of Use:

The impact and safety of EGRIFTA SV^® on cardiovascular health have not been studied.
EGRIFTA SV^® is not indicated for weight loss management.
It is not known whether taking EGRIFTA SV^® helps improve compliance with anti-retroviral medications.

Contraindications:

Do not use EGRIFTA SV^® if patient:

Has a pituitary gland tumor, has had pituitary gland surgery, has other problems related to their pituitary gland, or has had radiation treatment to their head or a head injury.
Has active cancer.
Is allergic to tesamorelin or any of the ingredients in EGRIFTA SV^®.
Is pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

Warnings and Precautions

Increased risk of neoplasms: Preexisting malignancy should be inactive, and its treatment complete prior to starting EGRIFTA SV^®. EGRIFTA SV^® should be discontinued if the patient has evidence of recurrent malignancy.
Elevated IGF-1: Monitor regularly IGF-1 levels in all patients during EGRIFTA SV^® therapy. Consider discontinuing in patients with persistent elevations (e.g. >3 SDS).
Fluid retention: May include edema, arthralgia, and carpal tunnel syndrome.
Glucose intolerance or diabetes mellitus: May develop with EGRIFTA SV^® use. Evaluate glucose status prior to and during therapy with EGRIFTA SV^®.
Hypersensitivity reactions: Advise patients to seek immediate medical attention and discontinue treatment if suspected.
Injection site reactions: Advise patients to rotate injection sites to different areas of the abdomen to decrease injection site reactions.
Increased mortality in patients with acute critical illness: Consider discontinuation in critically ill patients.

Drug Interactions

EGRIFTA SV^® had no significant impact on the pharmacokinetic profiles of simvastatin in healthy subjects.
Monitor patients for potential interactions when administering EGRIFTA SV^® in combination with other drugs known to be metabolized by CYP450 liver enzyme.
Patients on glucocorticoids may require dosage adjustment upon initiation of EGRIFTA SV^®.

Use in Specific Populations

Lactation: Mothers should not breastfeed if they receive EGRIFTA SV^®.
Pediatric Use: Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established.
Geriatric Use: There is no information on the use of EGRIFTA SV^® in patients greater than 65 years of age.
Renal and Hepatic Impairment: Use in renal and hepatic impairment has not been studied.

Adverse Reactions

The most commonly reported adverse reactions include injection site reactions, arthralgia, pain in extremity, myalgia, and peripheral edema.

For complete disclosure of EGRIFTA SV^® product information, please read the Full Prescribing Information, Patient Information, and Patient Instructions for Use. Available at www.egriftasv.com

For more information about EGRIFTA SV^®, contact THERA patient support^® toll-free at 1-833-23THERA (1-833-238-4372). To report suspected adverse reactions, contact THERA patient support^® toll-free or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

*Also known as Hard Belly

Brief Overview of EGRIFTA SV^® Reconstitution

Preparing EGRIFTA SV^® for injection

Full instructions can be found in the

Instructions for Use

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Administration Guide
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Brief Overview of EGRIFTA SV® Reconstitution

Preparing EGRIFTA SV® for injection

Full instructions can be found in the

Instructions for Use

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See how a patient prepares for an injection of EGRIFTA SV®

Brief Overview of EGRIFTA SV^® Reconstitution

Preparing EGRIFTA SV^® for injection

Download a Step-by-Step
Administration Guide
for your Patients

See how a patient prepares
for an injection of EGRIFTA SV^®