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Recombinate (Antihemophilic Factor) - Summary

 
 



RECOMBINATE SUMMARY

RECOMBINATE [Antihemophilic Factor (Recombinant)] is a glycoprotein synthesized by a genetically engineered Chinese Hamster Ovary (CHO) cell line. In culture, the CHO cell line secretes recombinant Factor VIII (rFVIII) into the cell culture medium. The rFVIII is purified from the culture medium utilizing a series of chromatography columns. A key step in the purification process is an immunoaffinity chromatography methodology in which a purification matrix, prepared by immobilization of a monoclonal antibody directed to Factor VIII, is utilized to selectively isolate the rFVIII in the medium. The synthesized rFVIII produced by the CHO cells has the same biological effects as human Factor VIII. Structurally the protein has a similar combination of heterogenous heavy and light chains as found in human Factor VIII. RECOMBINATE is formulated as a sterile, nonpyrogenic, off-white to faint yellow, lyophilized powder preparation of concentrated recombinant Factor VIII for intravenous injection. RECOMBINATE is available in single-dose vials, which contain nominally 250, 500 and 1000 International Units per vial. When reconstituted with the appropriate volume of diluent, the product contains the following stabilizers in maximum amounts: For 10 mL reconstitution volume: 12.5 mg/mL Albumin (Human), 0.20 mg/mL calcium, 1.5 mg/mL polyethylene glycol (3350), 180 mEq/L sodium, 55 mM histidine, 1.5 µg/Factor VIII International Unit (IU) polysorbate-80. Recombinant Von Willebrand Factor (rVWF) is coexpressed with the rFVIII and helps to stabilize it. The final product contains not more than 2 ng rVWF/IU rFVIII, which will not have any clinically relevant effect in patients with von Willebrand’s disease. The product contains no preservative. Manufacturing of RECOMBINATE is shared by Baxter Healthcare Corporation and Wyeth BioPharma. The recombinant Antihemophilic Factor Concentrate (For Further Manufacturing Use), is produced by Baxter Healthcare Corporation and Wyeth BioPharma (For Further Manufacturing Use) and subsequently formulated and packaged at Baxter Healthcare Corporation. Each vial of RECOMBINATE is labeled with the Factor VIII activity expressed in IU per vial. Biological potency is determined by an in vitro assay which is referenced to the World Health Organization (WHO) International Standard for Factor VIII:C Concentrate.

The use of RECOMBINATE [Antihemophilic Factor (Recombinant)] is indicated in hemophilia A (classical hemophilia) for the prevention and control of hemorrhagic episodes.2 RECOMBINATE is also indicated in the perioperative management of patients with hemophilia A (classical hemophilia).

RECOMBINATE can be of therapeutic value in patients with acquired Factor VIII inhibitors not exceeding 10 Bethesda Units per mL.3  In clinical studies with RECOMBINATE, patients with inhibitors who were entered into the previously treated patient trial and those previously untreated children who have developed inhibitor activity on study, showed clinical hemostatic response when the titer of inhibitor was less than 10 Bethesda Units per mL. However, in such uses, the dosage of RECOMBINATE should be controlled by frequent laboratory determinations of circulating Factor VIII levels as well as the clinical status of the patient.

RECOMBINATE is not indicated in von WillebrandÂ’s disease.


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Published Studies Related to Recombinate (Antihemophilic Factor)

Sucrose formulated recombinant human antihemophilic factor VIII is safe and efficacious for treatment of hemophilia A in home therapy--International Kogenate-FS Study Group. [2000.06]
To add an increased level of safety to antihemophilic factor replacement therapy, a full-length, recombinant Factor VIII (rFVIII) product has been developed without human-derived plasma proteins during purification and formulation and using an additional solvent/detergent viral inactivation step...

Pharmacokinetic properties of recombinant factor VIII compared with a monoclonally purified concentrate (Hemofil M). The Recombinate Study Group. [1992.10.05]
A recombinant FVIII preparation, Recombinate, was compared with a high-purity plasma-derived concentrate, Hemofil M, in 47 hemophilia A patients in a cross-over evaluation of pharmacokinetic properties. The recombinant material showed a significantly lower clearance, volume of distribution, and higher in vivo recovery, but a similar half-life to the plasma-based product.

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Clinical Trials Related to Recombinate (Antihemophilic Factor)

Russian Kogenate Pediatric Study [Completed]

Pharmacokinetic Comparison of Advate rAHF-PFM With Recombinate rAHF in Patients With Severe Hemophilia A [Completed]
The purpose of this study is to compare the pharmacokinetic parameters and safety of Advate rAHF-PFM versus Recombinate rAHF in well described previously treated patients with severe hemophilia A (factor VIII level < 1%).

Post Marketing Surveillance To Observe Safety And Efficacy Of Xyntha® In Subjects With Hemophilia A [Completed]

Study Evaluating The Safety Of Xyntha In Usual Care Settings [Terminated]
The purpose of this study is to collect safety information associated with the use of Xyntha in a usual care setting. Upon meeting eligibility criteria, patients will be required to have approximately 5 study visits over a 2 year period. Procedures completed throughout the study include collection of vital signs, physical exams, and laboratory assessments. Patients will be required to complete an infusion log for each Xyntha infusion.

ADVATE 2 mL Post-Authorization Safety Surveillance (PASS) [Recruiting]
This is a Post-Authorization Safety Surveillance (PASS) study designed to collect data on the safety and effectiveness of ADVATE reconstituted in 2 mL Sterile water for injection (SWFI) during routine clinical practice in children until 12 years of age. This surveillance study is a post-licensure commitment for ADVATE reconstituted in 2 mL SWFI.

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Reports of Suspected Recombinate (Antihemophilic Factor) Side Effects

Device Related Infection (4)Respiratory Distress (2)Gastrointestinal Haemorrhage (1)Drug Ineffective (1)Post Procedural Complication (1)Hepatic Failure (1)Factor Viii Inhibition (1)Gynaecomastia (1)Chest Pain (1)Chronic Hepatic Failure (1)more >>


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