Lenacapavir Sodium — Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient

Lenacapavir Sodium is an active pharmaceutical ingredient found in 2 FDA-approved drug products. Forms: SOLUTION, TABLET. Routes: SUBCUTANEOUS, ORAL.

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Lenacapavir Sodium (2 brand names, 2 dosage forms, 2 routes)

Available dosage forms: SOLUTION, TABLET.

Routes of administration: SUBCUTANEOUS, ORAL.

Brand Names

  • SUNLENCA
  • YEZTUGO

Indications and Usage

SUNLENCA, in combination with other antiretroviral(s), is indicated for the treatment of human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) infection in heavily treatment-experienced adults with multidrug resistant HIV-1 whose current antiretroviral regimen is failing due to resistance, intolerance, or safety considerations.

Contraindications

Concomitant administration of SUNLENCA with strong CYP3A inducers is contraindicated due to decreased lenacapavir plasma concentrations, which may result in the loss of therapeutic effect and development of resistance to SUNLENCA [see Drug Interactions (7.1)].

Adverse Reactions

The following adverse reactions are discussed in other sections of the labeling: Immune Reconstitution Syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)] Injection Site Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)].

Mechanism of Action

SUNLENCA is an HIV-1 antiretroviral agent [see Microbiology (12.4)].

Overdosage

No data are available on overdose of SUNLENCA in patients. If overdose occurs, monitor the patient for evidence of toxicity. Treatment of overdose with SUNLENCA consists of general supportive measures including monitoring of vital signs as well as observation of the clinical status of the patient. As lenacapavir is highly bound to plasma proteins, it is unlikely to be significantly removed by dialysis.

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