VEOPOZ
VEOPOZ (pozelimab-bbfg) is a complement inhibitor indicated for the treatment of CD55-deficient protein-losing enteropathy (PLE), also known as CHAPLE disease. The medication is approved for use in both adult and pediatric patients who are one year of age and older. It serves as a targeted therapeutic for managing the manifestations of this specific complement-mediated condition.
How VEOPOZ Works
Pozelimab-bbfg is a human monoclonal antibody that targets the terminal complement protein C5. By binding to C5, the drug blocks its cleavage into the fragments C5a and C5b, which inhibits the activation of the terminal complement pathway. This process prevents the formation of the membrane-attack complex, a structure that would otherwise mediate cell lysis.
Details
- Status
- Prescription
- First Approved
- 2023-08-18
- Routes
- INJECTION
- Dosage Forms
- INJECTABLE
VEOPOZ Approval History
What VEOPOZ Treats
2 indicationsVEOPOZ is approved for 2 conditions since its original approval in 2023. These indications span multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, immunology, and more.
- CD55-deficient Protein-Losing Enteropathy
- CHAPLE Disease
VEOPOZ Boxed Warning
SERIOUS MENINGOCOCCAL INFECTIONS Life-threatening and fatal meningococcal infections have occurred in patients treated with complement inhibitors. Meningococcal infection may become rapidly life-threatening or fatal if not recognized and treated early. Complete or update meningococcal vaccination (for serogroups A, C, W and Y, and serogroup B) at least 2 weeks prior to administering the first dose of VEOPOZ, unless the risks of delaying therapy outweigh the risk of developing a meningococcal inf...
WARNING: SERIOUS MENINGOCOCCAL INFECTIONS Life-threatening and fatal meningococcal infections have occurred in patients treated with complement inhibitors. Meningococcal infection may become rapidly life-threatening or fatal if not recognized and treated early. Complete or update meningococcal vaccination (for serogroups A, C, W and Y, and serogroup B) at least 2 weeks prior to administering the first dose of VEOPOZ, unless the risks of delaying therapy outweigh the risk of developing a meningococcal infection. Follow the most current Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommendations for meningococcal vaccination in patients receiving a complement inhibitor. Patients receiving VEOPOZ are at increased risk for invasive disease caused by N. meningitidis , even if they develop antibodies following vaccination. Monitor patients for early signs of meningococcal infections and evaluate immediately if infection is suspected [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . WARNING: SERIOUS MENINGOCOCCAL INFECTIONS See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning Life-threatening and fatal meningococcal infections have occurred in patients treated with complement inhibitors. Meningococcal infection may become rapidly life-threatening or fatal if not recognized and treated early. ( 5.1 ) Complete or update meningococcal vaccination at least 2 weeks prior to administering the first dose of VEOPOZ, unless the risks of delaying therapy outweigh the risks of developing meningococcal infection. Follow the most current Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommendations for meningococcal vaccination in patients receiving a complement inhibitor. ( 5.1 ) Patients receiving VEOPOZ are at increased risk for invasive disease caused by N. meningitidis , even if they develop antibodies following vaccination. Monitor patients for early signs of meningococcal infections and evaluate immediately if infection is suspected. ( 5.1 )
Active Pipeline
Ongoing clinical trials by development phase
Key Completed Trials
Completed studies with published results, ranked by significance
Trial Timeline
Full development history with FDA approval milestones
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) |
Green lines in the timeline show ORIG and Efficacy approvals - the clinically meaningful milestones.
VEOPOZ FDA Label Details
ProIndications & Usage
FDA Label (PDF)VEOPOZ is indicated for the treatment of adult and pediatric patients 1 year of age and older with CD55-deficient protein-losing enteropathy (PLE), also known as CHAPLE disease. VEOPOZ is a complement inhibitor indicated for the treatment of adult and pediatric patients 1 year of age and older with CD55-deficient protein-losing enteropathy (PLE), also known as CHAPLE disease.
WARNING: SERIOUS MENINGOCOCCAL INFECTIONS Life-threatening and fatal meningococcal infections have occurred in patients treated with complement inhibitors. Meningococcal infection may become rapidly life-threatening or fatal if not recognized and treated early. Complete or update meningococcal vacci...
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