ENOBY
Enoby (denosumab-qbde) is a RANK ligand inhibitor indicated to increase bone mass and reduce the risk of fractures in patients with osteoporosis or bone loss related to specific medical treatments. It is used for postmenopausal women and men with osteoporosis at high risk for fracture, including those who have failed or are intolerant to other therapies. The drug is also indicated for patients with glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis and individuals receiving hormonal therapies for nonmetastatic prostate cancer or breast cancer.
How ENOBY Works
Enoby binds to RANKL, a protein essential for the formation, function, and survival of osteoclasts, which are the cells responsible for bone resorption. By preventing RANKL from activating its receptor on the surface of osteoclasts and their precursors, the drug inhibits the breakdown of bone tissue. This process decreases bone resorption and increases bone mass and strength in both cortical and trabecular bone.
Details
- Status
- Prescription
- First Approved
- 2025-09-26
- Routes
- INJECTION
- Dosage Forms
- SOLUTION
ENOBY Approval History
What ENOBY Treats
3 indicationsENOBY is approved for 3 conditions since its original approval in 2025. These indications span multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, immunology, and more.
- Osteoporosis
- Glucocorticoid-Induced Osteoporosis
- Breast Cancer
ENOBY Boxed Warning
SEVERE HYPOCALCEMIA IN PATIENTS WITH ADVANCED KIDNEY DISEASE Patients with advanced chronic kidney disease (eGFR <30 mL/min/1.73 m 2 ), including dialysis-dependent patients, are at greater risk of severe hypocalcemia following denosumab products administration. Severe hypocalcemia resulting in hospitalization, life-threatening events and fatal cases have been reported [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . The presence of chronic kidney disease-mineral bone disorder (CKD-MBD) markedly increase...
WARNING: SEVERE HYPOCALCEMIA IN PATIENTS WITH ADVANCED KIDNEY DISEASE Patients with advanced chronic kidney disease (eGFR <30 mL/min/1.73 m 2 ), including dialysis-dependent patients, are at greater risk of severe hypocalcemia following denosumab products administration. Severe hypocalcemia resulting in hospitalization, life-threatening events and fatal cases have been reported [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . The presence of chronic kidney disease-mineral bone disorder (CKD-MBD) markedly increases the risk of hypocalcemia in these patients [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . Prior to initiating Enoby in patients with advanced chronic kidney disease, evaluate for the presence of CKD-MBD. Treatment with Enoby in these patients should be supervised by a healthcare provider with expertise in the diagnosis and management of CKD-MBD [see Dosage and Administration (2.2) and Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]. WARNING: SEVERE HYPOCALCEMIA IN PATIENTS WITH ADVANCED KIDNEY DISEASE See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning. Patients with advanced chronic kidney disease are at greater risk of severe hypocalcemia following denosumab products administration. Severe hypocalcemia resulting in hospitalization, life-threatening events and fatal cases have been reported. ( 5.1 ) The presence of chronic kidney disease-mineral bone disorder (CKD- MBD) markedly increases the risk of hypocalcemia. ( 5.1 ) Prior to initiating Enoby in patients with advanced chronic kidney disease, evaluate for the presence of CKD-MBD. Treatment with Enoby in these patients should be supervised by a healthcare provider with expertise in the diagnosis and management of CKD-MBD. ( 2.2 , 5.1 )
Pharmacists can substitute ENOBY for Prolia 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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ENOBY FDA Label Details
ProIndications & Usage
FDA Label (PDF)Enoby is a RANK ligand (RANKL) inhibitor indicated for treatment: of postmenopausal women with osteoporosis at high risk for fracture to increase bone mass in men with osteoporosis at high risk for fracture of glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis in men and women at high risk for fracture to increase bone mass in men at high risk for fracture receiving androgen deprivation therapy for nonmetastatic prostate cancer to increase bone mass in women at high risk for fracture receiving adjuvant aromatase inhibitor therapy for breast cancer 1.1 Treatment of Postmenopausal Women with Osteoporosis at Hi...
WARNING: SEVERE HYPOCALCEMIA IN PATIENTS WITH ADVANCED KIDNEY DISEASE Patients with advanced chronic kidney disease (eGFR <30 mL/min/1.73 m 2 ), including dialysis-dependent patients, are at greater risk of severe hypocalcemia following denosumab products administration. Severe hypocalcemia resultin...
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