2.1 Critical Administration-related Information

For single-use intravenous infusion only.

For patient selection:

• Perform Factor IX inhibitor titer testing. Do not administer HEMGENIX for patients with positive FIX inhibitors or a prior history for FIX inhibitors.
• Perform liver health assessments, including: Enzyme testing [alanine aminotransferase (ALT), aspartate aminotransferase (AST), alkaline phosphatase (ALP) and total bilirubin)], hepatic ultrasound and elastography. In case of radiological liver abnormalities and/or sustained liver enzyme elevations, consider a consultation with hepatologist to assess eligibility for HEMGENIX.
• Perform laboratory tests to evaluate active hepatitis B and C. Postpone HEMGENIX treatment until patient does not have active hepatitis B or C infection as active infection may reduce the efficacy of HEMGENIX and/or increase the risk of adverse reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)].

2.2 Dose

The recommended dose of HEMGENIX is 2 × 1013 genome copies (gc) per kilogram (kg) of body weight (or 2 mL/kg body weight) administered as an intravenous infusion after dilution with 0.9% sodium chloride solution (normal saline) [see Dosage and Administration (2.2)].

Calculate the dose as follows:

The multiplication factor 2 represents the per kilogram dose (2 × 1013 gc/kg) divided by the amount of genome copies per mL of the HEMGENIX solution (1 × 1013 gc/mL).

Number of HEMGENIX vials needed = HEMGENIX dose (in mL) divided by 10 (round up to next whole number of vials).

The division factor 10 represents the extractable volume of HEMGENIX from each vial (10 mL).

The total volume of the patient's HEMGENIX dose to be diluted may be less than the total volume of vials needed.

Example calculation for 72 kg patient:

HEMGENIX can be administered only once.

2.3 Preparation

The vials are for single-dose only.

General precautions

• Prepare HEMGENIX using sterile technique under aseptic conditions, proper engineering controls (e.g., biological safety cabinet or isolator) and according to institutional policies.
• Do not expose HEMGENIX to the light of an ultraviolet radiation disinfection lamp.
• Confirm that the patient's identity matches with the patient-specific identifier number on the outer carton.
• Verify the required dose of HEMGENIX based on the patient's body weight.
• Confirm that the carton contains sufficient number of vials to prepare the diluted HEMGENIX patient-specific infusion bag.
• Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit.

Required supplies and materials:

• Normal saline infusion bag(s)* of 500 mL (1 to 2 bags based on patient's body weight)
• Labels1 for the infusion bag(s) of 500 mL
• IV Infusion line/drip chamber* primed with 0.9% normal saline
• Infusion bag connector(s)
• 20 mL or larger Luer-lock syringes*
• 20 G Needles* or vial adaptors*
• 70% isopropyl alcohol
• Sharps disposal container

The following Table shows the supplies and materials compatible with HEMGENIX:

Preparation of 0.9% normal saline infusion bags

1. Prior to dilution, spike the infusion bag(s) of 0.9% normal saline solution with applicable connector.
2. Connect a luer-lock syringe at the mixing adapter site of the applicable connector.
3. Withdraw the volume equal to the calculated HEMGENIX dose (in mL) from the 500 mL infusion bag(s) of 0.9% normal saline solution. The volume to be withdrawn and number of infusion bag(s) needed will vary based on the patient body weight.

   Table 2. Volume of saline solution to be withdrawn based on patient body weight

   Patient body weight	Number of 500 mL 0.9% normal saline infusion bag(s) required	Volume of saline solution to withdraw
   Less than 120 kg body weight	One	Equal to the total HEMGENIX dose (in mL) from one bag
   Equal to or more than 120 kg body weight	Two	Equal to the total HEMGENIX dose (in mL). Remove half of the dose equivalent volume from each of the two bags.

   HEMGENIX injection to the 0.9% normal saline infusion bags
   • Dilute HEMGENIX with 0.9% normal saline solution only prior to administration.
4. Prior to dilution, inspect each of the HEMGENIX single-dose vials.
   • If particulates, cloudiness, or discoloration is visible, DO NOT use the vial(s).
5. Gently swirl the vials 3 times (about 10 seconds) to homogenize the HEMGENIX suspension.
   • To avoid foaming, DO NOT shake the HEMGENIX vial(s).
6. Remove the plastic flip-off cap from the vials and disinfect the rubber stopper with a sterilizing agent (for example sterile 70% isopropyl alcohol).
7. Withdraw HEMGENIX from each vial using a 20 G needle/vial adapter and syringe.
   • Use recommended 20 mL luer-lock or larger syringe that is suitable for volume measuring and a needle.
   • DO NOT use filter needles during preparation of HEMGENIX.
   • Use a new needle/vial adapter and syringe for each HEMGENIX vial.
   • Dispose of the needle and syringe in an appropriate container.
8. Slowly add the required HEMGENIX dose from the syringe(s) directly to the 0.9% normal saline solution in the infusion bag(s) (from step #3) to bring the total volume in each infusion bag back to 500 mL.
   • DO NOT add HEMGENIX into the airspace of the bag to avoid foaming throughout this process.
9. Repeat steps 7 and 8 with additional needles/vial adaptors and syringes to inject the total calculated HEMGENIX volume to the infusion bag(s) required for the patient dose.
10. Gently invert the infusion bag(s) at least 3 times (about 10 seconds) to mix the solution and ensure even distribution of the diluted product.
    • To avoid foaming, DO NOT shake the diluted HEMGENIX infusion bag(s).
11. Label the infusion bag(s).
12. Connect the infusion bag(s) to an infusion tube pre-filled with sterile 0.9% normal saline solution to reduce the risk of spillage and/or aerosol formation.
13. Transport the diluted HEMGENIX infusion bag(s) in the transport container/bag protected from light to the administration site, avoiding any shaking or excessive agitation.

1

Information to be included on the infusion bag label:

• Product name: Diluted Hemgenix
• Patient identifier
• Expiration date/time (24 h from the vial removal from refrigerator)
• Storage condition: Room Temperature [15-25 °C (59-77 °F] protected from light.
• Contains genetically modified organisms
• Number of infusion bag: 1 of 2 bags / 2 of 2 bags

2.4 Administration

Required supplies and materials for administration:

• Winged intravenous needle or catheter set*
• Infusion pump
• 0.2 mcm in-line filter*
• Antiseptic skin preps
• 70% isopropyl alcohol wipes
• Gauze and tape, or transparent dressing
• Sharps disposal container
• Virucidal agent to treat spill/spill kit

The following Table shows the supplies and materials compatible for infusion of HEMGENIX

Administer HEMGENIX as a single-dose intravenous infusion through a peripheral venous catheter:

1. Visually inspect diluted HEMGENIX prior to administration. The diluted HEMGENIX should be clear and colorless.
   • DO NOT use if particulates, cloudiness, or discoloration are visible.
   • Use the diluted HEMGENIX within 24 hours after the dose preparation [see How supplied/Storage and Handling (16.2)].
2. Use an integrated (in-line) 0.2 mcm filter made out of PES.
3. Subsequently, connect the pre-filled IV infusion line/drip chamber to the main intravenous line which has been primed with sterile 0.9% normal saline solution prior to use.
4. Infuse diluted HEMGENIX at a constant infusion rate of 500 mL/hour (8 mL/min).
   • DO NOT administer HEMGENIX as an intravenous push or bolus.
   • DO NOT infuse the diluted HEMGENIX solution in the same intravenous line with any other products.
   • DO NOT use a central line or port.
   • DO NOT infuse HEMGENIX faster than 500 mL/hour
   In the event of an infusion reaction during administration [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)]:
   • The rate of infusion may be reduced or stopped, to manage the infusion reaction.
     If the infusion is stopped, restart at a slower rate when the infusion reaction is resolved.
   • If the infusion rate needs to be reduced, or stopped and restarted, HEMGENIX should be infused within 24 hours after the dose preparation [see How supplied/Storage and handling (16.2)].
5. After the entire content of the bag(s) is infused, flush the IV infusion line/drip chamber at the same infusion rate with 0.9% normal saline solution to ensure all HEMGENIX is delivered.
   • Treat spills of HEMGENIX with a virucidal agent with proven activity against non-enveloped viruses.
   • Dispose of unused product and disposable materials that may have come in contact with HEMGENIX in accordance with local biosafety guidelines applicable for handling and disposal of the pharmaceutical waste.

For post administration monitoring [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2, 5.4, 5.5), Clinical Trial Experience (6.1)]

5.1 Hypersensitivity and Infusion-Related Reactions

Moderate to severe hypersensitivity and infusion-related reactions have occurred with HEMGENIX treatment [see Adverse Reactions (6)]. Anaphylaxis may occur with HEMGENIX treatment. Symptoms may include chest tightness, headaches, abdominal pain, lightheadedness, flu-like symptoms, shivering, flushing, rash, and hypertension.

Monitor patients for signs or symptoms of hypersensitivity and infusion-related reaction throughout the infusion period and for at least 3 hours after end of infusion. Do not infuse the product faster than 500 mL/hour [see Adverse Reactions (6)].

In the event of hypersensitivity or infusion reaction during administration, the infusion may be slowed or stopped. If the infusion is stopped, restart at a slower rate when the symptoms have resolved. Consider treatment with a corticosteroid or antihistamine for management of the reaction [see Clinical Trial Experience (6.1)].

5.2 Hepatotoxicity

Hepatotoxicity with elevated liver transaminase has occurred after HEMGENIX treatment due to intravenous administration of a liver-directed AAV vector [see Adverse Reactions (6)]. Transaminitis may be immune mediated and reduce the therapeutic efficacy of the AAV-vector based gene therapy.

Monitor ALT levels by testing weekly for 3 months and thereafter monthly for up to 1 year following administration of HEMGENIX to mitigate risk of immune-mediated hepatotoxicity and potential decrease in Factor IX activity. Investigate alternative causes of ALT and other transaminase elevations.

In case of increased ALT levels above the upper limit of normal or double baseline levels consider a course of corticosteroid, with a subsequent taper, along with Factor IX activity monitoring Monitor ALT until it returns to baseline, or until after completion of corticosteroid treatment or as clinically indicated. [see Clinical Trial Experience (6.1)]

5.3 Immune-mediated neutralization of the AAV5 vector capsid

In AAV-vector based gene therapies, preexisting neutralizing anti-AAV antibodies may impede transgene expression at desired therapeutic levels. Immune-mediated neutralizing antibodies to AAV5 vector capsid occurred after treatment with HEMGENIX.

Following treatment with HEMGENIX all patients developed neutralizing anti-AAV5 antibodies.

5.4 Hepatocellular carcinogenicity

Hepatocellular carcinoma related to HEMGENIX has not been observed. Hepatocellular carcinoma may develop after treatment with HEMGENIX due to the integration of liver-targeting AAV vector DNA into the genome.

Monitor for hepatocellular carcinomas for five years following administration of HEMGENIX in patients at high risk for hepatocellular carcinoma through abdominal ultrasound screenings and serum alfa-fetoprotein (AFP) levels. [see Clinical Trials Experience (6.1)].

5.5 Monitoring Laboratory Tests

Monitor plasma Factor IX activity (e.g., weekly for 3 months) by performing either activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT)-based one-stage clotting assay (OSA) or chromogenic substrate assay (CSA). Factor IX activity results may be lower with CSA compared to OSA [see Pharmacodynamics (12.2)]. Monitor Factor IX activity using same assay. Use same reagents and reference standards for OSA and CSA to minimize inconsistencies in Factor IX activity.

Monitor patients regularly for their Factor IX activity, in particular when exogenous Factor IX is administered. It may take several weeks before improved hemostatic control becomes apparent after HEMGENIX infusion; therefore, continued hemostatic support with exogenous human Factor IX may be needed during the first weeks after HEMGENIX infusion [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. Use of exogenous Factor IX concentrates before and after HEMGENIX administration may impede assessment of endogenous, HEMGENIX-derived Factor IX activity.

Monitor patients through appropriate clinical observations and laboratory tests for the development of inhibitors to Factor IX after HEMGENIX administration. Perform an assay that detects Factor IX inhibitors if bleeding is not controlled, or plasma Factor IX activity levels decrease.

6.1 Clinical Trials Experience

Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in clinical practice.

The safety of HEMGENIX was evaluated in two clinical studies (study 1 enrolled 3 patients and study 2 enrolled 54 patients). Both studies enrolled adult male patients with moderately severe or severe Hemophilia B (N = 57), who received a single intravenous dose of 2 × 1013 gc/kg body weight of HEMGENIX. Three patients in study 1 and 50 of 54 patients from study 2 completed the study-specific 5-year follow-up period.

No serious adverse reactions were reported [see Clinical Studies (14)]. The most common adverse reactions observed in ≥5% of patients post-dose are listed in Table 4:

Hepatic transaminases were monitored weekly for 3 months and then monthly thereafter till 1 year following HEMGENIX administration. There were 23 patients who had asymptomatic elevated ALT values > ULN during the first 2-years post-administration (median ALT = 65, range = 41-275). Seventeen of 23 patients had elevated ALT levels in the first 4 months after HEMGENIX administration. The remaining 6 patients had elevated ALT levels between months 4-24. ALT levels were elevated in 9 patients at the end of the 2-year follow-up period. Four patients had ALT elevations >2-3× ULN (range = 89 IU/L – 130 IU/L), one patient had an ALT elevation > 3-5× ULN (range = 157 IU/L – 214 IU/L) and one patient had an ALT elevation > 5× ULN (275 IU/L). The patient who had the ALT elevation >5× ULN occurred 3 weeks after HEMGENIX administration. The remaining seventeen patients had ALT elevation ≤2× ULN.

Nine patients with ALT elevations received a tapered course of corticosteroids based on a schedule as outlined in Table 5. The median (range) time to corticosteroid initiation was 41 (22-61) days. The median (range) duration of corticosteroid treatment for the elevated ALT was 73 (51-130) days. Fourteen patients had elevated ALT levels and were not treated with corticosteroids.

Between 2 and 5 years after treatment, fourteen patients who had asymptomatic elevations in ALT above ULN after treatment (median ALT = 72, range = 42-65) and were not treated with corticosteroids during that period. Of the 14 patients, 6 patients had elevated ALT > ULN prior to year 2. At the end of the 5-year follow-up period, 6 patients had ALT values > ULN (median = 63, range = 49-119). Two of the 6 patients had alternative causes explaining their ALT elevation. Two patients treated with corticosteroids in the first year of follow-up, already had ALT values > ULN prior to treatment and continued to have ALT elevations through the 5-year follow up.

Other clinically significant adverse reactions include hepatocellular carcinoma in one patient with preexisting risk factors for developing hepatic cancer (history of hepatitis B and hepatitis C infections, and alcohol use), in whom relatedness was assessed as not likely related to HEMGENIX treatment based on vector integration site analyses and whole genome sequencing.

8.1 Pregnancy

Risk Summary

HEMGENIX is not intended for administration in women. No adverse effects on mating rate and fertility indices or fetal weights were observed in healthy naïve female mice mated with healthy male mice that were intravenously administered a predecessor of HEMGENIX product 6 days prior to mating. Vector DNA was not detected in the uterus, placenta, or fetus.

In the United States general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2 to 4% and 15 to 20%, respectively.

8.2 Lactation

Risk Summary

HEMGENIX is not intended for administration in women.

8.3 Females and Males of Reproductive Potential

Risk Summary

No clinical studies have been performed to evaluate the effects of HEMGENIX on fertility in humans. Twenty days after intravenous administration of a predecessor of HEMGENIX product in healthy male mice, vector DNA was detected in all reproductive tissues examined (epididymis, seminal vesicles, testes, and sperm). However, no differences were observed in mating rates and fertility indices in healthy naïve female mice following mating with the dosed males.

8.4 Pediatric Use

The safety and efficacy of HEMGENIX in pediatric patients have not been established.

8.5 Geriatric Use

The clinical studies included a total of 6 geriatric patients with Hemophilia B, aged 68 to 75 years at time of enrollment. No meaningful differences in the safety and efficacy profile were observed in these patients compared to patients aged 18 to 65 years, and no dose adjustment was made [see Clinical Studies (14)].

8.6 Hepatic Impairment

Limited clinical data in patients with liver impairment indicate numerically lower FIX activity as compared to patients without hepatic impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. In the clinical studies, no dose adjustment was made in patients with hepatic pathologies. The safety and efficacy in patients with advanced hepatic impairment, including cirrhosis, advanced liver fibrosis, or uncontrolled hepatitis B and C, have not been studied.

8.7 Renal Impairment

Limited clinical data are available in patients with mild and moderate renal impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. In the clinical studies, no dose adjustment was made in these patients. The safety and efficacy in patients with severe renal impairment and end-stage renal disease have not been studied.

12.1 Mechanism of Action

HEMGENIX is an adeno-associated virus serotype 5 (AAV5) based gene therapy designed to deliver a copy of a gene encoding the Padua variant of human coagulation Factor IX (hFIX-Padua). Single intravenous infusion of HEMGENIX results in cell transduction and increase in circulating Factor IX activity in patients with Hemophilia B.

12.2 Pharmacodynamics

Factor IX activity

The mean Factor IX activity levels over time, as measured by one-stage [activated Partial Thromboplastin Time (aPTT)-based] assay are summarized in Table 6. Patients achieved a mean (± SD) uncontaminated (i.e., excluding measurements within five half-lives of Factor IX replacement therapy) Factor IX activity levels of 39% (± 18.7), 41.5% (± 21.7), 36.9% (± 21.4), 36.7% (± 19.0), and 36.1% (± 15.7) of normal, respectively, at 6, 12, 18, 24, and 60 months. The time to onset of Factor IX protein expression post-dose was detectable by first uncontaminated measurement at Week 3 in the clinical efficacy study (N = 54) [see Clinical Studies (14)].

In the clinical efficacy study with HEMGENIX, the post-dose Factor IX activity measured with chromogenic substrate assay (CSA) returned lower values with the mean CSA to OSA Factor IX activity ratio ranging from 0.41 to 0.55.

Pharmacodynamics in specific populations

Age

Limited data (N = 7) from 60 -75 years subgroup showed that the mean Factor IX activity levels were approximately up to 2-fold higher in this subgroup compared to 18 to < 40 years age subgroup (N = 31), but comparable to 40 to <60 years age subgroup (N = 15).

Hepatic Impairment

In the clinical efficacy study, patients with varying degree of baseline liver pathology, specifically the degree of hepatic steatosis with the Controlled Attenuation Parameter (CAP) score of ≥S2 (≥260 decibels/m; range: 262 to 400; n = 12) versus <S2 (<260 decibels/m; range: 100 to 259; n = 28;) and missing score (n = 14) were compared [see Clinical Studies (14)]. The mean (± SD) uncontaminated Factor IX activity for <S2 versus ≥S2 subgroups at Months 6, 12, 18, and 24 post dose were 40.8 (±20.1) versus 34.5 (±13.7), 46.4 (±24.1) versus 32.6 (±18.6), 41.6 (±25.7) versus 29.2 (±13.7), and 40.2 (±19.8) versus 28.4 (±13.1), respectively.

Patients with advanced liver impairment and advanced fibrosis (elastography of e.g., ≥9 kPA, or suggestive of or equal to METAVIR Stage 3 disease), were not studied.

Renal Impairment

In the clinical efficacy study, patients with mild renal impairment (creatinine clearance (CLcr) = 60 to 89 mL/min defined by Cockcroft-Gault equation, n = 7) had about 37% higher Factor IX activity relative to those with normal renal function (CLcr ≥90 mL/min; n = 45) following HEMGENIX administration. One subject with moderate renal impairment (CLcr = 30 to 59 mL/min) had similar Factor IX activity as patients with normal renal function.

HEMGENIX was not studied in patients with severe renal impairment (CLcr = 15 to 29 mL/min) or end-stage renal disease (CLcr< 15 mL/min).

12.3 Pharmacokinetics

Vector Biodistribution (within the body) and Vector Shedding (excretion/secretion)

Nonclinical data

Biodistribution of HEMGENIX was evaluated after intravenous administration in healthy male mice and non-human primates (NHPs). The highest levels of vector DNA were detected in the liver and adrenal glands in both species. Vector DNA was also detected in all reproductive tissues examined (epididymis, seminal vesicles, and testes). In a mating study evaluating a predecessor of HEMGENIX, transmission of vector DNA to naïve female mice following mating with dosed males was not observed [see Nonclinical Toxicology (13.2)].

Clinical data

Following administration of the predecessor of HEMGENIX at doses of 5 ×1012 (N = 5) and 2 × 1013 gc/kg (N = 5) in a clinical study, vector shedding was assessed in blood, saliva, nasal secretions, semen, urine, and feces. Clearance of vector DNA as confirmed by ≥3 consecutive measurements below limit of detection (LOD), using a quantitative PCR assay for vector DNA detection, was achieved in all patients at both dose levels from all the matrices except for semen, where clearance was achieved in 9/10 patients. One subject was unable to produce semen due to a historical medical condition and, therefore, shedding from semen could not be assessed. The maximum time to clearance of vector DNA was 22 weeks for urine, 26 weeks for saliva and nasal secretions, 40 weeks for feces, 52 weeks for semen, and 159 weeks for blood.

Subsequently, the vector shedding in blood and semen following HEMGENIX administration was characterized in 2 clinical studies.

In an initial clinical study (N = 3), clearance of vector DNA from semen and blood (i.e., confirmed with ≥3 consecutive measurements below LOD of vector DNA) was achieved in 2/3 patients, and in all patients, respectively, after 3 years post-administration. One subject did not return the required number of semen samples to assess the shedding status as per the definition of ≥3 consecutive measurements below LOD of vector DNA.

In the clinical efficacy study (N = 54), a total of 56% (30/54) of patients achieved absence of vector DNA from blood and 69% (37/54) from semen by Month 24, as per the definition. Nine patients for semen and 5 patients for blood did not return the required number of samples to assess the shedding status as per the definition of ≥3 consecutive measurements below LOD of vector DNA. Considering results obtained from 2 available consecutive samples below LOD, a total of 74% (40/54 ) and 87% (47/54 ) patients were identified to have reached absence of vector DNA from blood and semen, respectively, at 24 months post-administration. At Month 60, clearance of vector DNA, as per the definition and accounting for missing samples, was confirmed in 90.7% (49/54) of patients in blood and in 83.3% (45/54) of patients in semen.

12.6 Immunogenicity

In the clinical efficacy study (N=54), sustained humoral immune response to infused AAV5 capsid was observed in all patients following treatment with HEMGENIX. The neutralizing anti-AAV5 antibody levels raised above the upper limit of quantification by week 3 post-administration and remained elevated, as measured at month 60 post-dose. Re-administration of HEMGENIX in the presence of high anti-AAV5 antibody titer has not been evaluated.

13.1 Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility

No traditional nonclinical carcinogenicity or mutagenicity studies were conducted with HEMGENIX; such studies were not indicated. No adverse effects were observed in mating rates and fertility indices in healthy naïve female mice following mating with males that were administered the predecessor of HEMGENIX [see Use in specific populations (8.3)]. To evaluate vector integration, host genomic DNA was isolated from liver tissue obtained from healthy mice and NHPs following intravenous administration of the predecessor of HEMGENIX. For both species, the identified rAAV5-hFIX vector DNA sequences represented episomal forms that were not integrated into the host DNA. A low level of integrated rAAV5-hFIX DNA was distributed throughout the host genome with no predilection to specific integration sites, including in genes associated with malignant transformation in humans.

13.2 Animal Toxicology and/or Pharmacology

A pharmacology study was conducted in a murine model of Hemophilia B (B6.129P2-F9tm1Dws. Intravenous administration of the predecessor of HEMGENIX at dose levels ranging from 5×1011 to 2.3×1014 gc/kg, resulted in dose-dependent increases in plasma hFIX protein levels, plasma hFIX clotting activity, and vector transduction in the liver at 4 weeks post-dose.

Intravenous administration of HEMGENIX resulted in a no-observed-adverse-effect-level of 5 × 1013 gc/kg (the maximum dose level administered) in healthy mice and 9 × 1013 gc/kg in NHPs. Vector biodistribution to the liver and hFIX protein levels in the plasma occurred in a dose-dependent manner in both species. Anti-hFIX antibodies developed in 5 out of 12 NHPs administered HEMGENIX, which correlated with a decline in circulating hFIX protein levels beginning at 13 weeks post-dose.

One out of 10 healthy mice administered 5 × 1013 gc/kg of HEMGENIX or the predecessor of HEMGENIX developed pulmonary thrombi at 13 weeks post-dose. This dose level is 2.5-fold higher than the recommended dose level for HEMGENIX. Compared to concurrent controls, prolonged prothrombin time, decreased activated partial thromboplastin time and decreased heart rates were observed in NHPs administered 9 × 1013 gc/kg of HEMGENIX during the 26-week study. This dose level is 4.5-fold higher than the recommended dose level for HEMGENIX.

16.1 How Supplied

HEMGENIX is supplied as sterile, preservative-free, clear, and colorless suspension. HEMGENIX has a nominal concentration of 1 × 1013 gc/mL.

HEMGENIX is provided as a customized kit to meet dosing requirements for each patient [see Dosage and Administration (2.1)], with each kit containing 10 (ten) to 48 (forty-eight) single-use vials (NDC 0053-0099-01), each with an extractable volume of no less than 10 mL of HEMGENIX (see5). The total number of vials in each kit corresponds to the dosing requirement for the individual patient depending on the patient`s body weight [see Dosage and Administration (2.1)]. The customized kit is accompanied with patient`s specific identifier number (Lot) on the outer carton. Each HEMGENIX kit may contain different drug product lots.

Kit sizes and National Drug Codes (NDC) are provided in Table 8:

16.2 Storage and Handling

• 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 HEMGENIX in the original carton until use.
• Protect HEMGENIX from light until time of dilution and administration.
• Do NOT FREEZE.

After dilution

• Once diluted, store HEMGENIX in the infusion bag protected from light.
• Store diluted HEMGENIX 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 [see Dosage and Administration (2.2)].