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Hemgenix

Product SpecsDescription
Manufacturer NameCSL Behring
Indications

HEMGENIX is an adeno-associated virus vector-based gene therapy indicated for treatment of adults with Hemophilia B (congenital Factor IX deficiency) who:

  • Currently use Factor IX prophylaxis therapy, or
  • Have current or historical life-threatening hemorrhage, or
  • Have repeated, serious spontaneous bleeding episodes.
ContraindicationsNone known
Viral Safety Process 
Product Half-LifeFactor IX activity levels of 39% (± 18.7), 41.5% (± 21.7), 36.9% (± 606 21.4) and 36.7 (± 19.0) of normal, respectively, at 6, 12, 18 and 24 months.
Manufacturing MethodHEMGENIX (etranacogene dezaparvovec-drlb) is an adeno-associated viral vector-based gene therapy for intravenous infusion after dilution. HEMGENIX is a non-replicating recombinant AAV5 containing a codon-optimized DNA sequence of the gain-of-function Padua variant of human Factor IX (variant R338L), under control of a liver-specific promotor 1 (LP1).
Storage Requirements/Shelf Life 

Before Dilution

  • HEMGENIX is shipped at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F).
  • Upon receipt, store HEMGENIX vials in a refrigerator at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F).
  • Store in the original carton until use.
  • Protect from light until time of dilution and administration.
  • Do NOT FREEZE.

After Dilution

  • Once diluted, store in the infusion bag protected from light.
  • Store diluted in the infusion bag at 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F).
  • Infuse the diluted product within 24 hours after the dose preparation.
Nominal Vial Size & Diluent VolumeEach vial contains an extractable volume of not less than 10 mL, containing 1 x 1013 gc/mL.
Route of AdministrationIntravenous Administration