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Beyfortus (nirsevimab-alip) Indications and contraindications




INDICATIONS AND USAGE

BEYFORTUS is a respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) F protein-directed fusion inhibitor indicated for the prevention of RSV lower respiratory tract disease in:

 • Neonates and infants born during or entering their first RSV season. 

• Children up to 24 months of age who remain vulnerable to severe RSV disease through their second RSV season. 


Recommended dosage:

Neonates and infants bom during or entering their first RSV season

50 mg if less than 5 kg in body weight. 

100 mg if greater than or equal to 5 kg in body weight. 

Children who remain vulnerable through their second RSV season: 200 mg (2 x 100 mg injections). 


CONTRAINDICATIONS

BEYFORTUS is contraindicated in infants and children with a history of serious hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis, to nirsevimab-alip or to any of the excipients.


WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

• Hypersensitivity Including Anaphylaxis: Serious hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis, have been observed with other human IgG1 monoclonal antibodies. Initiate appropriate medications and/or supportive therapy. 


ADVERSE REACTIONS

Most common adverse reactions were rash (0.9%) and injection site reactions (0.3%). 

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