Depemokimab (Subcutaneous)
Depemokimab is used together with other medicines to help control severe asthma in adults and children who are at least 12 years old. Depemokimab is not a fast-acting rescue medicine for asthma attacks.
Depemokimab is given after other treatments did not work or stopped working.
Depemokimab may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
warnings
What is the most important information I should know about Depemokimab (Subcutaneous)?
Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had:
- infection caused by helminthic parasites; or
- an oral or inhaled steroid medicine.
It is not known if depemokimab will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
Ask a doctor if it is safe to breastfeed while using this medicine.
If you are pregnant and receive depemokimab, report your pregnancy exposure. Reporting helps collect information on how depemokimab may affect pregnancy. Talk to your healthcare provider about how to report this information.
Side Effects
What are the side effects of Depemokimab (Subcutaneous)?
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficult breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have:
- feeling like you might pass out; or
- new or worsening asthma symptoms.
Common side effects may include:
- cold symptoms such as stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat;
- runny or itchy nose;
- joint pain; or
- flu or flu-like symptoms.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Can I take Depemokimab (Subcutaneous) if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?
It is not known if depemokimab will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
Ask a doctor if it is safe to breastfeed while using this medicine.
If you are pregnant and receive depemokimab, report your pregnancy exposure. Reporting helps collect information on how depemokimab may affect pregnancy. Talk to your healthcare provider about how to report this information.
Interactions
What drugs and food should I avoid while taking Depemokimab (Subcutaneous)?
Follow your doctor's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.
Dosage Guidelines & Tips
How to take Depemokimab (Subcutaneous)?
Use Depemokimab (Subcutaneous) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Depemokimab is injected under the skin. A healthcare provider will give you this injection.
Depemokimab is usually given once every 6 months. Follow your doctor's instructions.
Do not change or stop your other medicines, including corticosteroid medicines or other medicines unless your healthcare provider tells you to.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse.
Depemokimab is not a fast-acting rescue medicine for asthma attacks. Seek medical attention if your breathing problems get worse quickly, or if you think your medications are not working.
Call your doctor for instructions if you miss an appointment for your depemokimab injection.
Overdose Signs
What happens if I overdose on Depemokimab (Subcutaneous)?
In a medical setting an overdose would be treated quickly.