
crysvita
Crysvita (Burosumab-Twza) is a medication used to treat Familial Hypophosphatemic Rickets.
Burosumab-Twza · by Kyowa Kirin
Key facts
- Active ingredient
- Burosumab-Twza
- Form
- Injectable
- Strength
- BUROSUMAB-TWZA 10MG/ML
- Type
- Prescription (Rx)
- Brand or generic
- Brand-name
- May treat
- familial hypophosphatemic rickets
- Manufacturer
- Kyowa Kirin
- FDA application
- BLA761068
What is Crysvita?
From the FDA label:Burosumab-twza is a human immunoglobulin G subclass 1 (IgG1), anti-human fibroblast growth factor 23 (FGF23) antibody produced by recombinant DNA technology using Chinese hamster ovary cells. Burosumab-twza is composed of two heavy chain (γ1-chain) molecules and two light chain (κ-chain) molecules. Each heavy chain has an N-linked carbohydrate moiety at asparagine 297 (Asn297). The molecular weight of burosumab-twza determined by mass spectrometry is approximately 147,000. CRYSVITA (burosumab-twza) injection for subcutaneous administration is supplied as a sterile, preservative-free, clear to slightly opalescent and colorless to pale brown-yellow solution in a single-dose vial. Each 1 mL of solution contains 10 mg, 20 mg or 30 mg of burosumab-twza, L-histidine (1.55 mg), L-methionine (1.49 mg), polysorbate 80 (0.5 mg), D-sorbitol (45.91 mg) in Water for Injection, USP. Hydrochloric acid may be used to adjust to a pH of 6.25.
How to use
For subcutaneous use only ( 2 ) Prior to starting CRYSVITA, discontinue oral phosphate and/or active vitamin D analogs for one week ( 2.1 ) Pediatric XLH (6 months and older): For patients who weigh less than 10 kg, starting dose regimen is 1 mg/kg of body weight rounded to the nearest 1 mg, administered every two weeks ( 2.2 ) For patients who weigh 10 kg and greater, starting dose regimen is 0.8 mg/kg of body weight rounded to the nearest 10 mg, administered every two weeks. The minimum starting dose is 10 mg up to a maximum dose of 90 mg. ( 2.2 ) Dose may be increased up to approximately 2 mg/kg (maximum 90 mg), administered every two weeks to achieve normal serum phosphorus. ( 2.2 ) Adult XLH: Starting dose is 1 mg/kg body weight rounded to the nearest 10 mg up to a maximum dose of 90 mg administered every four weeks. Dose may be increased up to 1 mg/kg rounded to the nearest 10 mg up to a maximum dose of 90 mg administered every two weeks. ( 2.3 ) Pediatric TIO (2 years and older): Starting dose is 0.4 mg/kg of body weight rounded to the nearest 10 mg every 2 weeks. Dose may be increased up to 2 mg/kg not to exceed 180 mg, administered every two weeks. ( 2.4 ) Adult TIO: Starting dose is 0.5 mg/kg every four weeks. Dose may be increased up to 2 mg/kg not to exceed 180 mg, administered every two weeks. ( 2.5 ) 2.1 Important Information Prior to Initiation of CRYSVITA Prior…
Side effects
The following adverse reactions are described below and elsewhere in the labeling: Hypersensitivity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Hyperphosphatemia and Risk of Nephrocalcinosis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Hypercalcemia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) Injection Site Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Most common adverse reactions (≥25% in the CRYSVITA group and > Active Control) in pediatric XLH patients are: pyrexia, injection site reaction, cough, vomiting, pain in extremity, headache, tooth abscess, dental caries. ( 6.1 ) Most common adverse reactions (>5% and in at least 2 patients more than placebo) in adult XLH patients are: back pain, headache, tooth infection, restless legs syndrome, vitamin D decreased, dizziness, constipation, muscle spasms, blood phosphorus increased. ( 6.1 ) Most common adverse reactions (>10%) in TIO patients are: tooth abscess, muscle spasms, dizziness, constipation, injection site reaction, rash, and headache. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Kyowa Kirin, Inc. at 1-844-768-3544 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch . 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the…
Warnings
Important safety information
Hypersensitivity : Discontinue CRYSVITA if serious hypersensitivity reactions occur and initiate appropriate medical treatment. ( 5.1 ) Hyperphosphatemia and Risk of Nephrocalcinosis : For patients already taking CRYSVITA, dose interruption and/or dose reduction may be required based on a patient's serum phosphorus levels. ( 5.2 , 6.1 ) Hypercalcemia : Increases in serum calcium have been reported. Monitor serum calcium and parathyroid hormone levels in patients at high risk for hypercalcemia before and during treatment. ( 5.3 ) Injection Site Reactions : Administration of CRYSVITA may result in local injection site reactions. Discontinue CRYSVITA if severe injection site reactions occur and administer appropriate medical treatment. ( 5.4 , 6.1 ) 5.1 Hypersensitivity Hypersensitivity reactions (e.g. rash, urticaria) have been reported in patients with CRYSVITA. Discontinue CRYSVITA if serious hypersensitivity reactions occur and initiate appropriate medical treatment [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . 5.2 Hyperphosphatemia and Risk of Nephrocalcinosis Increases in serum phosphorus to above the upper limit of normal may be associated with an increased risk of nephrocalcinosis. For patients already taking CRYSVITA, dose interruption and/or dose reduction may be required based on a patient's serum phosphorus levels. Patients with tumor-induced osteomalacia who undergo treatment of the underlying tumor should have dosing interrupted and adjusted to prevent hyperphosphatemia [see Dosage and Administration (2) and Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . 5.3 Hypercalcemia Increases in serum calcium have been reported in patients treated with CRYSVITA. Patients with risk factors such as, pre-existing hyperparathyroidism, prolonged immobilization, dehydration, hypervitaminosis D, or renal impairment, are at higher risk of hypercalcemia. Monitor these patients for serum calcium and parathyroid hormone levels before and during CRYSVITA treatment for moderate to severe hypercalcemia. In patients with moderate to severe hypercalcemia, CRYSVITA should not be administered until hypercalcemia is adequately managed. 5.4 Injection Site Reactions Administration of CRYSVITA may result in local injection site reactions. Discontinue CRYSVITA if severe injection site reactions occur and administer appropriate medical treatment [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] .
Who should not take Crysvita
CRYSVITA is contraindicated: In concomitant use with oral phosphate and/or active vitamin D analogs (e.g. calcitriol, paricalcitol, doxercalciferol, calcifediol) due to the risk of hyperphosphatemia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) and Drug Interactions (7.1) ] . When serum phosphorus is within or above the normal range for age [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . In patients with severe renal impairment or end stage renal disease because these conditions are associated with abnormal mineral metabolism [see Use In Specific Population (8.6) ] . With oral phosphate and/or active vitamin D analogs. ( 4 ) When serum phosphorus is within or above the normal range for age. ( 4 ) In patients with severe renal impairment or end stage renal disease. ( 4 )
Overdose — what happens if you take too much
There have been no reports of overdose with CRYSVITA. CRYSVITA has been administered in pediatric clinical trials without dose limiting toxicity using doses up to 2 mg/kg body weight with a maximal dose of 90 mg, administered every two weeks. In XLH adult clinical trials, no dose limiting toxicity has been observed using doses up to 1 mg/kg or a maximal total dose of 128 mg every 4 weeks. In non-XLH rabbits and cynomolgus monkeys, ectopic mineralization in multiple tissues and organs was observed at doses of burosumab-twza that resulted in supra-physiologic serum phosphate levels. Adverse effects on bone including reductions in bone mineral density, bone mineralization and bone strength were also observed at exposure greater than human exposure [ see Nonclinical Toxicology (13.2) ]. In case of overdose, it is recommended that serum phosphorus levels, serum calcium levels and renal function be measured immediately and monitored periodically until resolution to normal/baseline levels. In case of hyperphosphatemia, withhold CRYSVITA and initiate appropriate medical treatment.
U.S. Poison Control: call or text 1-800-222-1222 (free, 24/7). In an emergency call 911. From the FDA label; not medical advice.
Interactions
7.1 Oral Phosphate and Active Vitamin D Analogs Concomitant use of CRYSVITA with oral phosphate and/or active vitamin D analogs will increase phosphate concentrations greater than expected with CRYSVITA alone. This increase may result in hyperphosphatemia which can induce nephrocalcinosis. Concomitant use of CRYSVITA with oral phosphate and/or active vitamin D analogs is contraindicated.
May treat (source: NIH RxClass)
Dosage forms
Injectable
The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Crysvita treat?
- Crysvita (Burosumab-Twza) may be used to treat familial hypophosphatemic rickets, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.
- Is there a coupon or discount for Crysvita?
- pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Crysvita. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.
- Who makes Crysvita?
- Crysvita is marketed by Kyowa Kirin. You can see Kyowa Kirin's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
- Is Crysvita a brand-name or generic drug?
- Crysvita is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Burosumab-Twza.
- Is Crysvita available over the counter?
- No. Crysvita is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.
- What forms does Crysvita come in?
- Crysvita is currently marketed as injectable, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
- Is Crysvita FDA-registered?
- Crysvita is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number BLA761068. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
- Is Crysvita safe?
- There's no single safe-or-not verdict, and we don't yet have a composite recall-safety score for Crysvita. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings below, and always consult a licensed professional.
- What are the side effects of Crysvita?
- Crysvita's side effects are taken directly from its FDA label. From the label: The following adverse reactions are described below and elsewhere in the labeling: Hypersensitivity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Hyperphosphatemia and Risk of Nephrocalcinosis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Hypercalcemia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) Injection Site Reactions [s… Both common and serious reactions are documented in full on this page. This is general reference from the FDA, not medical advice — always consult a professional.
Clinical content sourced from the FDA label via openFDA (U.S. FDA). View the FDA label on DailyMed → Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.
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