About tezepelum ab
Monoclonal antibody; asthma biologic
Used for
- Add-on maintenance treatment for severe asthma in adults and children aged 12 years or older.
Usual adult dose
210 mg by injection under the skin every four weeks.
Usual dose in children
For ages 12 years and older: 210 mg under the skin every four weeks.
Common side effects
- Sore throat
- Joint pain
- Back pain
- Injection-site reactions
Important warnings
- Not for treating sudden asthma attacks or breathing emergencies.
- Serious allergic reactions can occur, sometimes hours or days after injection.
- Do not stop or reduce asthma medicines, including oral steroids, without medical supervision.
- Treat existing parasitic infections before starting, if possible.
Pregnancy
Human pregnancy information is limited. Use only when a clinician considers treatment necessary.
Breastfeeding
It is unknown whether tezepelumab passes into breast milk; discuss potential risks with a clinician.
Interactions
- No specific medicine interactions are well established.
- Live vaccines may be less suitable during treatment; discuss vaccination timing with a clinician.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.