OCREVUS

OCREVUS is an FDA-registered drug product whose active ingredient is OCRELIZUMAB. It is labelled by Genentech, Inc. taken by intravenous and marketed as a human prescription drug product. Identifiers on file: NDC 50242-150, application BLA761053, label effective 20260514. This page reproduces the FDA-approved label text so you can check what a product is, who makes it and how it is supplied before discussing it with a pharmacist or prescriber.

Across FDA labelling, products containing OCRELIZUMAB are most often described in connection with: treatment relapsing, forms multiple, sclerosis include, clinically isolated, syndrome relapsing-remitting, active secondary, progressive disease, adults primary. Wording differs between labels, and the full indications section on this page takes precedence when it is present.

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE OCREVUS is indicated for the treatment of: Relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS), to include clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease, in adults Primary progressive MS, in adults Relapsing-remitting MS, in pediatric patients 10 years of age and older who weigh 25 kg or more. OCREVUS is a CD20-directed cytolytic antibody indicated for the treatment of: Relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS), to include clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease, in adults ( 1 ) Primary progressive MS, in adults ( 1 ) Relapsing-remitting MS, in pediatric patients 10 years of age and older who weigh 25 kg or more ( 1 )

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Before initiating OCREVUS, screen for Hepatitis B virus and obtain serum quantitative immunoglobulins, aminotransferases, alkaline phosphatase, and bilirubin ( 2.1 ) Pre-medicate with methylprednisolone (or an equivalent corticosteroid) and an antihistamine (e.g., diphenhydramine) prior to each infusion ( 2.2 ) Administer OCREVUS by intravenous infusion ( 2.3 ) Adults and pediatric patients (10 years of age and older), who weigh 35 kg or more: Start dose: 300 mg intravenous infusion, followed two weeks later by a second 300 mg intravenous infusion ( 2.3 ) Subsequent doses: 600 mg intravenous infusion every 6 months ( 2.3 ) Pediatric patients (10 years of age and older) who weigh 25 kg to less than 35 kg: Start dose: 150 mg intravenous infusion, followed two weeks later by a second 150 mg intravenous infusion ( 2.3 ) Subsequent doses: 300 mg intravenous infusion every 6 months ( 2.3 ) Must be diluted prior to administration ( 2.3 , 2.6 ) Monitor patients closely during and for at least one hour after infusion ( 2.3 , 2.5 ) 2.1 Assessments Prior to First Dose of OCREVUS Hepatitis B Virus Screening Prior to initiating OCREVUS, perform Hepatitis B virus (HBV) screening. OCREVUS is contraindicated in patients with active HBV confirmed by positive results for HBsAg and anti-HBV tests. For patients who are negative for surface antigen [HBsAg] and positive for HB core antibody [HBcAb+] or are carriers of HBV [HBsAg+], consult liver disease experts before starting and during treatment [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . Serum Immunoglobulins Prior to initiating OCREVUS, perform testing for quantitative serum immunoglobulins [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] . For patients with low serum immunoglobulins, consult immunology experts before initiating treatment with OCREVUS. Vaccinations Because vaccination with live-attenuated or live vaccines is not recommended during treatment and after discontinuation until B-cell repletion, administer all age-appropriate immunizations according to immunization guidelines at least 4 weeks prior to initiation of OCREVUS for live or live-attenuated vaccines and, whenever possible, at least 2 weeks prior to initiation of OCREVUS for non-live vaccines [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.2) ] . Liver Function Tests Prior to initiating OCREVUS, obtain serum aminotransferases (alanine aminotransferase [ALT] and aspartate aminotransferase [AST]), alkaline phosphatase, and bilirubin levels [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ] . 2.2 Preparation Before Every Infusion Infection Assessment Prior to every infusion of OCREVUS, determine whether there is an active infection. In case of active infection, delay infusion of OCREVUS until the infection resolves [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ]. Recommended Premedication To reduce the frequency and severity of infusion reactions, administer the following premedications [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] : Methylprednisolone (or an equivalent corticosteroid) by intravenous infusion to be completed approximately 30 minutes prior to each OCREVUS infusion, as follows: Adults and pediatric patients who weigh 40 kg or more: 100 mg Pediatric patients who weigh less than 40 kg: 2 mg/kg An antihistamine (e.g., diphenhydramine) 30 to 60 minutes prior to each OCREVUS infusion. An antipyretic (e.g., acetaminophen) may also be considered. Administer the antipyretic 30 minutes to 60 minutes prior to OCREVUS infusion. 2.3 Recommended Dosage and Dose Administration Administer OCREVUS under the close supervision of an experienced healthcare professional with access to appropriate medical support to manage severe reactions such as serious infusion reactions. Observe the patient for at least one hour after the completion of the infusion [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . OCREVUS is administered as an intravenous infusion. The initial dose is split into two equal infusions administered two weeks apart. Subsequent doses are administered every 6 months thereafter (see Table 1 ). Dosing for pediatric patients (10 years of age and older) is according to body weight (see Table 2 ). Table 1 Recommended Dose, Infusion Rate, and Infusion Duration for Adult Patients with RMS and PPMS Amount and Volume Solutions of OCREVUS for intravenous infusion are prepared by dilution of the drug product into an infusion bag containing 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, to a final drug concentration of approximately 1.2 mg/mL. Infusion Rate and Duration Infusion time may take longer if the infusion is interrupted or slowed [see Dosage and Administration (2.5) ] . Initial Dose (two infusions) Infusion 1 300 mg in 250 mL Start at 30 mL per hour Increase by 30 mL per hour every 30 minutes Maximum: 180 mL per hour Duration: 2.5 hours or longer Infusion 2 (2 weeks later) 300 mg in 250 mL Subsequent Doses (one infusion) every 6 months) Administer the first Subsequent Dose 6 months after Infusion 1 of the Initial Dose. Option 1 Infusion of approximately 3.5 hours duration 600 mg in 500 mL Start at 40 mL per hour Increase by 40 mL per hour every 30 minutes Maximum: 200 mL per hour Duration: 3.5 hours or longer OR Option 2 (If no prior serious infusion reaction with any previous OCREVUS infusion) [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) and Clinical Studies (14.3) ] . Infusion of approximately 2 hours duration 600 mg in 500 mL Start at 100 mL per hour for the first 15 minutes Increase to 200 mL per hour for the next 15 minutes Increase to 250 mL per hour for the next 30 minutes Increase to 300 mL per hour for the remaining 60 minutes Duration: 2 hours or longer Table 2 Recommended Dose, Infusion Rate, and Infusion Duration for Pediatric Patients 10 Years of Age and Older Infusion Amount and Volume Solutions of OCREVUS for intravenous infusion are prepared by dilution of the drug product into an infusion bag containing 0.9% Sodium Chloride for Injection [see Dosage and Administration (2.6) ] . Infusion Rate and Duration Infusion time may take longer if the infusion is interrupted or slowed [see Dosage and Administration (2.5) ] . Body Weight 25 kg to Less Than 35 kg Initial Dose (two infusions) Infusion 1 150 mg in 250 mL Start at 30 mL per hour Increase by 30 mL per hour every 30 minutes Maximum: 180 mL per hour Duration: 2.5 hours or longer Infusion 2 (2 weeks later) 150 mg in 250 mL Subsequent Doses (one infusion every 6 months) Single infusion once every 6 months 300 mg in 250 mL Body Weight 35 kg or More Initial Dose (two infusions) Infusion 1 300 mg in 250 mL Start at 30 mL per hour Increase by 30 mL per hour every 30 minutes Maximum: 180 mL per hour Duration: 2.5 hours or longer Infusion 2 (2 weeks later) 300 mg in 250 mL Subsequent Doses (one infusion every 6 months) Single infusion once every 6 months 600 mg in 500 mL Start at 40 mL per hour Increase by 40 mL per hour every 30 minutes Maximum: 200 mL per hour Duration: 3.5 hours or longer 2.4 Delayed or Missed Doses If a planned infusion of OCREVUS is missed, administer OCREVUS as soon as possible; do not wait until the next scheduled dose. Reset the dose schedule to administer the next sequential dose 6 months after the missed dose is administered. Doses of OCREVUS must be separated by at least 5 months [see Dosage and Administration (2.3) ] . 2.5 Dose Modifications Because of Infusion Reactions Dose modifications in response to infusion reactions depends on the severity. Life-threatening Infusion Reactions Immediately stop and permanently discontinue OCREVUS if there are signs of a life-threatening or disabling infusion reaction [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . Provide appropriate supportive treatment. Severe Infusion Reactions Immediately interrupt the infusion and administer appropriate supportive treatment, as necessary [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . Restart the infusion only after all symptoms have resolved. When restarting, begin at half of the infusion rate at the time of onset of the infusion reaction. If this rate is tolerated, increase the rate as described in Table 1 and Table 2 [see Dosage and Administration (2.3) ] . This change in rate will increase the total duration of the infusion but not the total dose. Mild to Moderate Infusion Reactions Reduce the infusion rate to half the rate at the onset of the infusion reaction and maintain the reduced rate for at least 30 minutes [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . If this rate is tolerated, increase the rate as described in Table 1 and Table 2 [see Dosage and Administration (2.3) ] . This change in rate will increase the total duration of the infusion but not the total dose. 2.6 Preparation and Storage of the Dilute Solution for Infusion Preparation OCREVUS must be prepared by a healthcare professional using aseptic technique. A sterile needle and syringe should be used to prepare the diluted infusion solution. Visually inspect for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration. Do not use the solution if discolored or if the solution contains discrete foreign particulate matter. Do not shake. Withdraw the required dose of OCREVUS and further dilute into an infusion bag containing 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, as described in Table 3. Table 3: Dilution of OCREVUS Dose of OCREVUS (mg) Volume of OCREVUS (mL) Volume of 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection (mL) Final Drug Concentration (mg/mL) 150 mg 5 mL 250 mL 0.6 mg/mL 300 mg 10 mL 250 mL 1.2 mg/mL 600 mg 20 mL 500 mL 1.2 mg/mL Do not use other diluents to dilute OCREVUS because their use has not been tested. The product contains no preservative and is intended for single use only. Discard any unused portion left in the vial. Storage of Infusion Solution Prior to the start of the intravenous infusion, the content of the infusion bag should be at room temperature. Use the prepared infusion solution immediately. If not used immediately, store up to 24 hours in the refrigerator at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) and 8 hours at room temperature up to 25°C (77°F), which includes infusion time. In the event an intravenous infusion cannot be completed the same day, discard the remaining solution. No incompatibilities between OCREVUS and polyvinyl chloride (PVC) or polyolefin (PO) bags and intravenous (IV) administration sets have been observed. Administration Administer the diluted infusion solution through a dedicated line using an infusion set with a 0.2 or 0.22 micron in-line filter.

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS OCREVUS is contraindicated in patients with: Active HBV infection [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) and Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] A history of life-threatening infusion reaction to OCREVUS [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Active hepatitis B virus infection ( 4 ) History of life-threatening infusion reaction to OCREVUS ( 4 )

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions are discussed elsewhere in the labeling: Infusion Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Infections [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Reduction in Immunoglobulins [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Malignancies [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Immune-Mediated Colitis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] Liver Injury [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ] The most common adverse reactions were: RMS (incidence ≥10% and > REBIF ® ): upper respiratory tract infections and infusion reactions ( 6.1 ) PPMS (incidence ≥10% and > placebo): upper respiratory tract infections, infusion reactions, skin infections, and lower respiratory tract infections ( 6.1 ) RRMS in pediatric patients 10 years of age and older: Adverse reactions were consistent with those observed in adults with RMS ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Genentech at 1-888-835-2555 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 reactions 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 rates observed in clinical practice. Adults The safety of OCREVUS has been evaluated in 1311 adult patients across MS clinical studies, which included 825 patients in active-controlled clinical trials in patients with relapsing forms of MS (RMS) and 486 patients in a placebo-controlled study in patients with primary progressive MS (PPMS). Adverse Reactions in Adult Patients with Relapsing Forms of MS In active-controlled clinical trials (Study 1 and Study 2), 825 patients with RMS received OCREVUS 600 mg intravenously every 24 weeks (initial treatment was given as two separate 300 mg infusions at Weeks 0 and 2) [see Clinical Studies (14.1) ]. The overall exposure in the 96-week controlled treatment periods was 1448 patient-years. The most common adverse reactions in RMS trials (incidence ≥ 10%) were upper respiratory tract infections and infusion reactions. Table 4 summarizes the adverse reactions that occurred in RMS trials (Study 1 and Study 2). Table 4 Adverse Reactions in Adult Patients with RMS with an Incidence of at least 5% for OCREVUS and Higher than REBIF Adverse Reactions Studies 1 and 2 OCREVUS 600 mg IV Every 24 Weeks The first dose was given as two separate 300 mg infusions at Weeks 0 and 2. (n=825) % REBIF 44 mcg SQ 3 Times per Week (n=826) % Upper respiratory tract infections 40 33 Infusion reactions 34 10 Depression 8 7 Lower respiratory tract infections 8 5 Back pain 6 5 Herpes virus- associated infections 6 4 Pain in extremity 5 4 Adverse Reactions in Adult Patients with Primary Progressive MS In a placebo-controlled clinical trial (Study 3), a total of 486 patients with PPMS received one course of OCREVUS (600 mg of OCREVUS administered as two 300 mg infusions two weeks apart) given intravenously every 24 weeks and 239 patients received placebo intravenously [see Clinical Studies (14.2) ]. The overall exposure in the controlled treatment period was 1416 patient-years, with median treatment duration of 3 years. The most common adverse reactions in the PPMS trial (incidence ≥ 10%) were upper respiratory tract infections, infusion reactions, skin infections, and lower respiratory tract infections. Table 5 summarizes the adverse reactions that occurred in the PPMS trial (Study 3). Table 5 Adverse Reactions in Adult Patients with PPMS with an Incidence of at least 5% for OCREVUS and Higher than Placebo Adverse Reactions Study 3 OCREVUS 600 mg IV Every 24 Weeks One dose of OCREVUS (600 mg administered as two 300 mg infusions two weeks apart) Placebo (n=486) % (n=239) % Upper respiratory tract infections 49 43 Infusion reactions 40 26 Skin infections 14 11 Lower respiratory tract infections 10 9 Cough 7 3 Diarrhea 6 5 Edema peripheral 6 5 Herpes virus associated infections 5 4 Adverse Reactions in Adult Patients who Received 2-hour Infusions Study 4 was designed to characterize the safety profile of OCREVUS infusions administered over 2 hours in patients with Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis who did not experience a serious infusion reaction with any previous OCREVUS infusion. In this study, the incidence, intensity, and types of symptoms of infusion reactions were consistent with those of infusions administered over 3.5 hours [see Clinical Studies (14.3) ] . Laboratory Abnormalities in Adults Decreased Immunoglobulins OCREVUS decreased total immunoglobulins with the greatest decline seen in IgM levels; however, a decrease in IgG levels was associated with an increased rate of serious infections . In the active-controlled (RMS) trials (Study 1 and Study 2), the proportion of patients at baseline reporting IgG, IgA, and IgM below the lower limit of normal (LLN) in OCREVUS-treated patients was 0.5%, 1.5%, and 0.1%, respectively. Following treatment, the proportion of OCREVUS-treated patients reporting IgG, IgA, and IgM below the LLN at 96 weeks was 1.5%, 2.4%, and 16.5%, respectively. In the placebo-controlled (PPMS) trial (Study 3), the proportion of patients at baseline reporting IgG, IgA, and IgM below the LLN in OCREVUS-treated patients was 0.0%, 0.2%, and 0.2%, respectively. Following treatment, the proportion of OCREVUS-treated patients reporting IgG, IgA, and IgM below the LLN at 120 weeks was 1.1%, 0.5%, and 15.5%, respectively. The pooled data of OCREVUS clinical studies (RMS and PPMS) and their open-label extensions (up to approximately 7 years of exposure) have shown an association between decreased levels of IgG and increased rates of serious infections. The type, severity, latency, duration, and outcome of serious infections observed during episodes of immunoglobulins below LLN were consistent with the overall serious infections observed in patients treated with OCREVUS. Decreased Neutrophil Levels In the PPMS clinical trial (Study 3), decreased neutrophil counts occurred in 13% of OCREVUS-treated patients compared to 10% in placebo patients. The majority of the decreased neutrophil counts were only observed once for a given patient treated with OCREVUS and were between LLN - 1.5 × 10 9 /L and 1.0 × 10 9 /L. Overall, 1% of the patients in the OCREVUS group had neutrophil counts less than 1.0 × 10 9 /L and these were not associated with an infection. Pediatric Patients Adverse Reactions in Patients 10 to Less Than 18 Years of Age with Relapsing-Remitting MS The safety of OCREVUS in pediatric patients with relapsing-remitting MS was evaluated in one randomized, double-blind clinical study in 185 patients, 93 of whom received OCREVUS and 92 of whom received fingolimod [see Clinical Studies (14.4) ] . In the controlled pediatric trial (Study 5), the safety profile in pediatric patients was consistent with that observed in adult patients. Infusion Reactions Infusion reactions were the most common adverse reactions in patients treated with OCREVUS with an incidence of 48%, compared to an incidence of 24% in fingolimod-treated patients (placebo infusion). The incidence of infusion reactions was highest at 31% with infusion 1 of the initial dose (on day 1), and decreased to 9% with infusion 2 of the initial dose (on day 15). At the first subsequent dose (at 6 months), 16% of patients had an infusion reaction. The incidence and severity of infusion reactions decreased with additional subsequent infusions. The majority of infusion reactions were mild to moderate. One infusion reaction with infusion 1 of the initial dose was reported as serious because it required hospitalization. Infections Infections were observed in 73% of patients treated with OCREVUS (1.5 infections per patient-year) and 59% of patients treated with fingolimod (1.2 infections per patient-year). Serious infections occurred in 3% of patients treated with OCREVUS (0.03 serious infections per patient-year) compared to 3% of fingolimod-treated patients (0.03 serious infections per patient-year). Laboratory Abnormalities Decreased Immunoglobulins OCREVUS decreased total immunoglobulins over the controlled period of Study 5, with the greatest decline seen in IgM levels. Similar to the pattern observed in the adult population, reduction in IgM occurred earlier and in a higher proportion of patients compared to IgG and IgA. 6.2 Postmarketing Experience The following adverse reactions have been identified during postapproval use of OCREVUS. Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure. Gastrointestinal Disorders: Immune-mediated colitis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] Hepatobiliary Disorders: Liver injury [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ] Infections and Infestations: Serious herpes infections [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] , progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] , and babesiosis Skin: Pyoderma gangrenosum

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What is OCREVUS used for?
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE OCREVUS is indicated for the treatment of: Relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS), to include clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease, in adults Primary progressive MS, in adults Relapsing-remitting MS, in pediatric patients 10 years of age and older who weigh 25 kg or more. OCREVUS is a CD20-directed …

Who makes OCREVUS?
Genentech, Inc. is the labeler of record for OCREVUS.

What form does OCREVUS come in?
administered by intravenous. Strengths and pack sizes vary by label, so compare the NDC on your pack with the identifier listed on this page.

Is OCREVUS prescription or over-the-counter?
The FDA label for this product is recorded as human prescription drug. Marketing status can differ between strengths and countries, so check the dispensing rules where you live.

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