ABRILADA (adalimumab-afzb) · Pfizer
ABRILADA (adalimumab-afzb) is a tumor necrosis factor (TNF) blocker indicated for the treatment of several chronic inflammatory and autoimmune conditions in both adult and pediatric patients. It is used to reduce signs and symptoms, inhibit the progression of structural damage, and improve physical function in patients with various forms of arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. The drug is also approved for the management of inflammatory bowel diseases, including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, as well as specific dermatological and ophthalmic conditions.
How ABRILADA Works
ABRILADA binds specifically to TNF-alpha, a naturally occurring cytokine that plays a central role in inflammatory and immune responses. By blocking the interaction of TNF-alpha with the p55 and p75 cell surface receptors, the drug inhibits the pathological inflammation and joint destruction associated with elevated TNF levels. Additionally, the medication modulates biological responses regulated by TNF, such as the concentration of adhesion molecules responsible for leukocyte migration, and can lyse surface TNF-expressing cells.
Details
- Status
- Prescription
- First Approved
- 2019-11-15
- Routes
- INJECTION
- Dosage Forms
- INJECTABLE
ABRILADA Approval History
What ABRILADA Treats
9 indicationsABRILADA is approved for 9 conditions since its original approval in 2019. These indications span multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, immunology, and more.
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Crohn’s Disease
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Chronic Plaque Psoriasis
- Hidradenitis Suppurativa
- Uveitis
ABRILADA Boxed Warning
SERIOUS INFECTIONS AND MALIGNANCY SERIOUS INFECTIONS Patients treated with adalimumab products, including ABRILADA are at increased risk for developing serious infections that may lead to hospitalization or death [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. Discontinue ABRILADA if a patient develops a serious infection or sepsis. Reported infections include: • Active tuberc...
WARNING: SERIOUS INFECTIONS AND MALIGNANCY SERIOUS INFECTIONS Patients treated with adalimumab products, including ABRILADA are at increased risk for developing serious infections that may lead to hospitalization or death [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . Most patients who developed these infections were taking concomitant immunosuppressants such as methotrexate or corticosteroids. Discontinue ABRILADA if a patient develops a serious infection or sepsis. Reported infections include: • Active tuberculosis (TB), including reactivation of latent TB. Patients with TB have frequently presented with disseminated or extrapulmonary disease. Test patients for latent TB before ABRILADA use and during therapy. Initiate treatment for latent TB prior to ABRILADA use. • Invasive fungal infections, including histoplasmosis, coccidioidomycosis, candidiasis, aspergillosis, blastomycosis, and pneumocystosis. Patients with histoplasmosis or other invasive fungal infections may present with disseminated, rather than localized, disease. Antigen and antibody testing for histoplasmosis may be negative in some patients with active infection. Consider empiric anti-fungal therapy in patients at risk for invasive fungal infections who develop severe systemic illness. • Bacterial, viral and other infections due to opportunistic pathogens, including Legionella and Listeria. Carefully consider the risks and benefits of treatment with ABRILADA prior to initiating therapy in patients with chronic or recurrent infection. Monitor patients closely for the development of signs and symptoms of infection during and after treatment with ABRILADA, including the possible development of TB in patients who tested negative for latent TB infection prior to initiating therapy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) and Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . MALIGNANCY Lymphoma and other malignancies, some fatal, have been reported in children and adolescent patients treated with TNF blockers including adalimumab product
ABRILADA Target & Pathway
ProTarget
A pro-inflammatory cytokine that plays a central role in immune responses and inflammation. Excess TNF contributes to autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, and inflammatory bowel disease. Blocking TNF reduces inflammation and prevents tissue damage.
Pharmacists can substitute ABRILADA for Humira without calling the prescriber. This is a lower-cost alternative with no clinically meaningful differences.
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Understanding FDA Approval Types
| Count | Type | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| - | ORIG | Original approval - drug first enters market |
| - | SUPPL - Efficacy | New indication (new disease/condition approved) |
| - | SUPPL - Labeling | Label text changes (warnings, dosing updates) |
| - | SUPPL - Manufacturing | Production changes (new facility) |
| - | SUPPL - Chemistry | Formulation changes (new dosage strength) |
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ABRILADA FDA Label Details
Indications & Usage
FDA Label (PDF)ABRILADA is a tumor necrosis factor (TNF) blocker indicated for: • Reducing signs and symptoms, inducing major clinical response, inhibiting the progression of structural damage, and improving physical function in adult patients with moderately to severely active rheumatoid arthritis . • Reducing signs and symptoms of moderately to severely active polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis in patients 2 years of age and older. • Reducing signs and symptoms, inhibiting the progression of structural damage, and improving physical function in adult patients with active psoriatic arthritis . • Re...
WARNING: SERIOUS INFECTIONS AND MALIGNANCY SERIOUS INFECTIONS Patients treated with adalimumab products, including ABRILADA are at increased risk for developing serious infections that may lead to hospitalization or death [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . Most patients who developed these infe...
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