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health1 year ago•1 min saved

"FDA Approves New COVID Prophylactic for Immunocompromised Individuals"

The FDA has authorized Pemgarda, a new monoclonal antibody infusion, for emergency use in immunocompromised individuals aged 12 and older who are unlikely to mount an adequate immune response after vaccination. This includes those who have received organ transplants or are undergoing cancer treatment. Pemgarda will be available in the next week or two and is administered as an infusion in healthcare settings. The drug aims to protect a small but vital group of individuals who are most at risk from Covid-19.

via The New York Times|

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"FDA Approves PEMGARDA™ for COVID-19 Prevention in Immunocompromised"

The FDA has authorized a new antibody treatment, Pemgarda, to protect immunocompromised individuals from Covid-19, following the withdrawal of AstraZeneca's Evusheld due to its ineffectiveness against new Omicron variants. This drug is particularly important for immunocompromised patients who may not receive adequate protection from vaccination due to weakened immune systems. While there is a need for additional Covid-19 protections, it remains uncertain how many patients will opt for this new treatment. Invivyd, the drug's developer, estimates there are 9 million immunocompromised people in the U.S., with an initial focus on those with the most acute need. Pemgarda is a re-engineered version of the original antibody, designed to cover Omicron variants, and has been granted emergency use authorization by the FDA.

via STAT|

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