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Tezepelumab

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Medically Reviewed by Glamora Samuels, MD TheMediTary.Com | Reviewed: Aug 12, 2023  Additional Content by TheMediTary.Com

Generic name: tezepelumab [ tez-e-pel-ue-mab ]

Drug class: Selective immunosuppressants

Dosage form: subcutaneous solution (ekko 210 mg/1.91 ml)

Availability: Prescription only

Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data available

Brand names: Tezspire, Tezspire pre-filled pen, Tezspire pre-filled syringe

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What is Tezepelumab?

Tezepelumab is used together with other medicines for the maintenance treatment of severe asthma in people 12 years and older and whose asthma is not controlled with their current medication.

Tezepelumab is not a fast-acting rescue medicine for asthma attacks or bronchospasms. Seek medical attention if your breathing problems get worse quickly, or if you think your medications are not working.

Tezepelumab may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Use only as directed. Tell your doctor if you use other medicines or have other medical conditions or allergies.

How should I take Tezepelumab

Tezepelumab is injected under the skin, usually once every 4 weeks. A healthcare provider will give you this injection.

You will be watched closely for a short time after each injection, to make sure you do not have an allergic reaction.

If you also use a steroid medication, you should not stop using it suddenly. Follow your doctor's instructions about tapering your dose.

Dosing information

Usual Adult Dose for Asthma:

210 mg subcutaneously every 4 weeks

Comments:
-This drug is not indicated for the relief of acute bronchospasm or status asthmaticus.

Use: As add-on maintenance treatment for severe asthma.

Usual Pediatric Dose for Asthma:

12 years or older: 210 mg subcutaneously every 4 weeks

Comments:
-This drug is not indicated for the relief of acute bronchospasm or status asthmaticus.

Use: As add-on maintenance treatment for severe asthma in pediatric patients 12 years or older.

Detailed Tezepelumab dosage information
Tezepelumab Dosage information (more detail)

Before Taking

You should not be treated with tezepelumab if you are allergic to it.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

  • a severe allergic reaction;

  • a parasite (helminth) infection; or

  • if you are scheduled to receive or have received a live vaccine recently.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to get pregnant, or if you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Call your doctor for instructions if you miss an appointment for your tezepelumab injection.

What happens if I overdose?

Since tezepelumab is given by a healthcare professional in a medical setting, an overdose is unlikely to occur.

What should I avoid while using Tezepelumab?

Avoid receiving a "live" vaccine. Live vaccines include measles, mumps, rubella (MMR), rotavirus, typhoid, yellow fever, varicella (chickenpox), and zoster (shingles).

Tezepelumab side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Some side effects may occur during or after the injection. Tell your caregiver if you feel dizzy, nauseated, light-headed, itchy, short of breath, or if you have swelling in your face.

Common side effects of tezepelumab may include:

  • sore throat; or

  • joint or back pain.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

See more: Tezepelumab Side Effects

What other drugs will affect Tezepelumab?

Other drugs may affect tezepelumab, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use.

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Drug class: Selective immunosuppressants

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