Cnj-016 (NATIONAL STOCKPILE) (vaccinia immune globulin human)
Intravenous Vial (EA)
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Overview
Vaccinia immune globulin IV (VIGIV) is a specific immune globulin (hyperimmune globulin). VIGIV contains immunoglobulin G (IgG) prepared from plasma of adults immunized with smallpox (vaccinia) vaccine.
Vaccinia immune globulin IV (VIGIV) is a sterile solution of immunoglobulin G (IgG) prepared from pooled plasma of healthy adults with high titers of antibody against vaccinia virus. Prior to plasma collection, donors received vaccination with smallpox (vaccinia) vaccine to boost antibody concentrations. Potency of VIGIV (as determined by a plaque reduction neutralization test) is expressed in arbitrary units by comparison to the FDA reference standard.
Each vial of VIGIV contains approximately 40-80 mg/mL total protein, at least 50,000 units of vaccinia antibody neutralizing activity, and no more than 40 mcg/mL of immune globulin A (IgA). VIGIV is stabilized with 10% maltose and 0.03% polysorbate 80 and occurs as a clear to opalescent liquid with a pH of 5-6.5. VIGIV does not contain thimerosal or any other preservatives.
Although the exact mechanism of action is not known, VIGIV provides passive immunity against vaccinia virus in individuals with certain complications following vaccination with smallpox (vaccinia) vaccine. It has been hypothesized that VIGIV can neutralize vaccinia virus in vivo.
Following IV administration of 6000 units/kg of VIGIV in healthy individuals, mean peak plasma concentrations were 161 units/mL and were achieved within 2 hours. The half-life of VIGIV was 30 days (range: 13-67 days). Pharmacokinetic parameters of VIGIV were calculated based on antibody levels determined by an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA).
Serum concentrations of VIGIV increase in a dose-proportional manner.
Generic name: vaccinia immune globulin human
Therapeutic class: Biologicals
Reference product & biosimilars
No reference, biosimilar or interchangeable associated with this drug.
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Indications
The following indications are listed for Cnj-016 (NATIONAL STOCKPILE):
- Generalized Vaccinia
- Progressive Vaccinia
Also known as: Disseminated Vaccinia, Vaccinia Gangrenosum, Vaccinia Necrosum.
Dosing
No dosing information is available for this tab.
VIGIV is administered only by IV infusion.
| Drug label | Dosing type | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Cnj-016 Vial (STOCKPILE) | Maintenance | Infuse 6,000 unit/kg by intravenous route once. |
No dosing information is available for this tab.
Drug interactions
There is no enhanced messaging for this drug.
Contraindicated Drug Combination: This drug combination is contraindicated and generally should not be dispensed or administered to the same patient.
Selected Immunoglobulins/Selected Live Viral Vaccines
SEVERITY LEVEL: 1-Contraindicated Drug Combination: This drug combination is contraindicated and generally should not be dispensed or administered to the same patient.
MECHANISM OF ACTION: Immune globulin(IG) products may prevent the immune system from properly responding to the vaccine.(1-19)
CLINICAL EFFECTS: Administration of selected live viral vaccines after immunoglobulins may impair the efficacy of the vaccine.(1-19) Administration of immunoglobulins within 2-4 weeks after selected live viral vaccines impair the efficacy of the vaccine.(1-4,15)
PREDISPOSING FACTORS: The amount of antigen-specific antibody present in the administered immunoglobulin product determines the duration of this interaction.(15)
PATIENT MANAGEMENT: The recommendations regarding this interaction are conflicting. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention(CDC) immunization recommendations for spacing of live vaccines and antibody-containing products include the following(15): - Live attenuated influenza vaccine, rotavirus, zoster and Ty21a typhoid vaccines may be given any time before, concurrent, with, or after administration of any immune globulin. Yellow fever vaccine may also be given in areas where donor blood products are unlikely to contain a substantial quantity of yellow fever antibody. - Administration of measles or varicella containing vaccines should be postponed for the following intervals after immunoglobulin therapy: Hepatitis B IG, Tetanus IG - 3 months Rabies IG - 4 months Varicella IG - 5 months Measles prophylaxis IG - 6 months if nonimmunocompromised Botulinum IG Intravenous, CMV IG Intravenous, Hepatitis A IG - 6 months Intravenous Immune Globulin(IVIG) - 8 to 11 months depending upon the dose Monoclonal antibody to RSV F protein (palivizumab) - none - Administration of antibody-containing products should be delayed 2 weeks after administration of live vaccines, except for influenza, rotavirus, zoster and typhoid vaccines as noted above. CDC guidelines state that in circumstances where there is high-risk of vaccine-preventable disease, it is acceptable to administer a dose of vaccine prior to completion of these intervals.(16) Manufacturer recommendations are as follows: Administration of a live viral vaccine should be postponed for at least three months in patients who have received the following immunoglobulin therapy: anthrax immunoglobulin,(19) cytomegalovirus immunoglobulin,(1) hepatitis B immunoglobulin,(5,6) rabies immunoglobulin,(7) tetanus immunoglobulin,(8-11) vaccinia immunoglobulin,(18) and zoster immunoglobulin.(2) Administration of a live viral vaccine should be postponed for at least six months in patients who have received the following immunoglobulin therapy: botulinum neurotoxin a/b immune globulin.(17) The US manufacturer of human immunoglobulin states that live viral vaccines should be postponed for three months in patients who have received human immunoglobulin. The Australian and Canadian manufacturers of human immunoglobulin advise postponing live viral vaccines for 3-6 months in patients who have received human immunoglobulin.(6,12,13,18) The UK manufacturer states that vaccines may be compromised for one year and vaccines should be postponed in children for at least seven months.(14) The US manufacturer of immune globulin-hyaluronidase states that immune response to live attenuated vaccines may be impaired for up to 6 months, or for a year or more in the case of measles vaccine.(15) Cytomegalovirus immunoglobulin(1) or human immunoglobulin(3) should not be administered to patients who have received a live vaccine in the previous two weeks. If a live viral vaccine is given within two weeks of zoster immunoglobulin,(1) repetition of the vaccination three months after the completion of immunoglobulin should be considered.
DISCUSSION: CDC Immunization Recommendations(15)provide discussion, charts, and further details regarding appropriate use and timing of vaccine therapy.(16)
Severe Interaction: Action is required to reduce the risk of severe adverse interaction.
Igg Antibodies And Derivatives/Efgartigimod-Alfa
SEVERITY LEVEL: 2-Severe Interaction: Action is required to reduce the risk of severe adverse interaction.
MECHANISM OF ACTION: The neonatal Fc receptor (FcRn) prevents catabolism and mediates recycling of IgG and albumin, which leads to their long persistence in the body.(1,2) Efgartigimod-alfa binds to FcRn and may decrease systemic exposure of other ligands of FcRn, like immunoglobulins and IgG-based antibodies.(3)
CLINICAL EFFECTS: The effectiveness of medicines that bind to FcRn may be decreased.(3)
PREDISPOSING FACTORS: None determined.
PATIENT MANAGEMENT: The manufacturer of efgartigimod-alfa states that efgartigimod-alfa should not be combined with long-term use of FcRn-binding medications. If the medication is essential for the patient, efgartigimod-alfa should be discontinued.(3)
DISCUSSION: Clinical drug interaction studies with efgartigimod-alfa have not been performed. Efgartigimod-alfa may decrease concentrations of compounds that bind to the human FcRn.(3)
Igg Antibodies And Derivatives/Nipocalimab-Aahu
SEVERITY LEVEL: 2-Severe Interaction: Action is required to reduce the risk of severe adverse interaction.
MECHANISM OF ACTION: The neonatal Fc receptor (FcRn) prevents catabolism and mediates recycling of IgG and albumin, which leads to their long persistence in the body.(1,2) Nipocalimab-aahu binds to FcRn and may decrease systemic exposure of other ligands of FcRn, like immunoglobulins and IgG-based antibodies.(3)
CLINICAL EFFECTS: The effectiveness of medicines that bind to FcRn may be decreased.(3)
PREDISPOSING FACTORS: None determined.
PATIENT MANAGEMENT: The manufacturer of nipocalimab-aahu states that nipocalimab-aahu should not be combined with long-term use of FcRn-binding medications. If the medication is essential for the patient, nipocalimab-aahu should be discontinued.(3)
DISCUSSION: Clinical drug interaction studies with nipocalimab-aahu have not been performed. Nipocalimab-aahu may decrease concentrations of compounds that bind to the human FcRn.(3)
Moderate Interaction: Assess the risk to the patient and take action as needed.
Igg Antibodies And Derivatives/Rozanolixizumab-Noli
SEVERITY LEVEL: 3-Moderate Interaction: Assess the risk to the patient and take action as needed.
MECHANISM OF ACTION: The neonatal Fc receptor (FcRn) prevents catabolism and mediates recycling of IgG and albumin, which leads to their long persistence in the body.(1,2) Rozanolixizumab-noli binds to FcRn and may decrease systemic exposure of other ligands of FcRn, like immunoglobulins and IgG-based antibodies.(3)
CLINICAL EFFECTS: The effectiveness of medications that bind to FcRn may be decreased.(3)
PREDISPOSING FACTORS: None determined.
PATIENT MANAGEMENT: The manufacturer of rozanolixizumab-noli states that concurrent use with medications that bind to the human neonatal Fc receptor (FcRn) should be closely monitored for reduced effectiveness of these medications. If long-term use of such medications is essential for the patient, consider discontinuing rozanolixizumab-noli and use alternative therapies.(3)
DISCUSSION: Clinical drug interaction studies with rozanolixizumab-noli have not been performed. Rozanolixizumab-noli may decrease concentrations of compounds that bind to the human FcRn.(3)
Contraindications
*Isolated vaccinia keratitis.
*History of anaphylaxis or severe systemic reaction to VIGIV or any other parenteral immune globulin preparation.
*Individuals with immune globulin A (IgA) deficiency, antibodies against IgA, and a history of IgA hypersensitivity.
- Vaccinia virus keratitis
- Non-infective meningitis
- Predisposition to thrombosis
- Thromboembolic disorder
- Bed-ridden
- Chronic heart failure
- Diabetes mellitus
- Hemolytic anemia
- Hypovolemia
- Kidney disease with reduction in glomerular filtration rate (GFr)
- Monoclonal gammopathy
- Sepsis
- Transfusion related acute lung injury
Adverse reactions
Adverse effects reported in more than 10% of patients receiving VIGIV in clinical trials include headache, nausea, rigors, and dizziness.
Rare or Very Rare
- Acute renal failure
- Acute respiratory distress syndrome
- Apnea
- Bronchospastic pulmonary disease
- Bullous dermatitis
- Cardiac arrest
- Coma
- Cyanosis
- Erythema multiforme
- Hemolysis
- Hypersensitivity drug reaction
- Hypotension
- Leukopenia
- Neutropenic disorder
- Pancytopenia
- Pulmonary edema
- Seizure disorder
- Stevens-johnson syndrome
- Thromboembolic disorder
- Unconsciousness
- Urticaria
More Frequent
- Chills
- Dizziness
- Headache disorder
- Myalgia
- Nausea
- Pain
- Sensation of cold
- Tremor
Less Frequent
- Anorexia
- Back pain
- Fatigue
- Fever
- General weakness
- Hyperhidrosis
- Muscle spasm
- Pallor
- Paresthesia
- Sensation of warmth
- Vomiting
Rare or Very Rare
- Abnormal desquamation
- Acute abdominal pain
- Arthralgia
- Diarrhea
- Dyspnea
- Lymphadenopathy
- Tachycardia
- Wheezing
Precautions
No enhanced messaging available.
Safety and efficacy of VIGIV have not been established in pediatric patients younger than 16 years of age.
Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with VIGIV and data are not available on use of VIGIV in pregnant women to inform drug-associated risk.
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) states that there are no known risks associated with the use of immune globulins in pregnant women.
CDC states that VIGIV is not indicated for prophylaxis in pregnant women unintentionally vaccinated with smallpox vaccine; however, VIGIV should not be withheld if a pregnant woman develops a smallpox vaccination complication (e.g., eczema vaccinatum).
It is not known whether VIGIV is distributed into human milk, affects milk production, or affects a breast-fed child.
Safety and efficacy of VIGIV have not been established in geriatric adults older than 65 years of age.
ICD codes
| Code | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Generalized vaccinia | ||
| T88.1xxA | ICD10CM | Other complications following immunization, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter |
| Progressive vaccinia | ||
| T88.0 | ICD10CM | Infection following immunization |
| T88.0xxA | ICD10CM | Infection following immunization, initial encounter |
| T88.0xxD | ICD10CM | Infection following immunization, subsequent encounter |
ICD code information from First Databank (FDB).
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