Humate-P

Generic Name: antihemophilic factor/von willebrand factor complex (human) injection
Brand Name: Humate-P
Drug Class: Coagulation Factors, Hemostatics

Reviewed by Medsayfa.com Last updated July 16, 2023

Patient Information

Inform patients that HUMATE-P is made from human plasma (part of the blood) and may contain infectious agents that can cause disease (e.g., viruses, the variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (vCJD) agent and, theoretically, the Creutzfeldt-Jakob (CJD) agent). Explain that the risk that HUMATE-P may transmit an infectious agent has been reduced by screening plasma donors, by testing the donated plasma for certain virus infections, and by inactivating and/or removing certain viruses during manufacturing [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS].

Inform patients that some viruses, such as B19V and HAV, may be particularly difficult to remove or inactivate. Advise patients, especially pregnant women and immune-compromised individuals, to report low-grade fever, rash, joint pain, anorexia, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and jaundice [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS].

Description

Humate-P, Antihemophilic Factor/von Willebrand Factor Complex (Human), is a purified, sterile, lyophilized concentrate of Factor VIII (FVIII) and von Willebrand Factor (VWF) (Human) for intravenous administration in the treatment of patients with classical hemophilia (hemophilia A) and VWD [see CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY].

Humate-P is purified from the cold insoluble fraction of pooled human plasma. The pooled human plasma used to produce Humate-P is collected from licensed facilities in the United States (US). All source plasma used in the manufacture of Humate-P is tested by FDA-licensed Nucleic Acid Tests (NAT) for hepatitis C virus (HCV), human immunodeficiency virus-1 (HIV-1), hepatitis A virus (HAV), and hepatitis B virus (HBV) and found to be nonreactive (negative).

Each vial of Humate-P contains the labeled amount of von Willebrand Factor:Ristocetin Cofactor (VWF:RCo) and FVIII activity expressed in International Units (IU) [see Dosage Forms And Strengths], as defined by the current international standard established by the World Health Organization. One International Unit (IU) of VWF:RCo or FVIII is approximately equal to the amount of VWF:RCo or FVIII in 1.0 mL of fresh-pooled human plasma. The average ratio of VWF:RCo to FVIII is 2.4:1.Fibrinogen content in Humate-P is less than or equal to 0.2 mg/mL. Humate-P contains anti-A and anti-B blood group isoagglutinins [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS].

When reconstituted with the volume of Sterile Water for Injection, USP provided, each mL of Humate-P contains 72 to 224 International Units (IU) VWF:RCo activity,* 40 to 80 International Units (IU) FVIII activity, 15 to 33 mg of glycine, 3.5 to 9.3 mg of sodium citrate, 2 to 5.3 mg of sodium chloride, 8 to 16 mg of Albumin (Human), 2 to 4 mg of other proteins, and 10 to 20 mg of total proteins. Humate-P contains no preservative.

The manufacturing procedure for Humate-P includes multiple processing steps that reduce the risk of virus transmission. The virus inactivation/removal capacity consists of four steps:

Cryoprecipitation
Al(OH)3 adsorption, glycine precipitation, and NaCl precipitation, studied in combination
Heat treatment at 60°C for 10 hours in aqueous solution
Lyophilization

The total cumulative virus reductions range from 6.0 to ≥11.7 log₁₀ as shown in Table 7.

Table 7: Cumulative Virus Reduction Factors for Humate-P

Manufacturing Step	Virus Reduction Factor (log₁₀)
	Enveloped Viruses				Non-Enveloped Viruses
	HIV-1	BVDV	PRV	WNV	HAV	CPV	B19V
Cryoprecipitation	ND	ND	1.6	ND	ND	1.9	ND
Al(OH)₃ Adsorption/ Glycine Precipitation/ NaCl Precipitation	3.8	2.8	3.9	ND	2.3	3.0	ND
Heat Treatment*	≥6.4	≥8.9	4.7	≥7.8	4.2	1.1	≥3.9†
Lyophilization	ND	ND	ND	ND	1.3	ND	ND
Cumulative Virus Reduction [log₁₀]	≥10.2	≥11.7	10.2	NA	7.8	6.0	NA
HIV-1, human immunodeficiency virus type 1, model for HIV-1 and HIV-2 BVDV, bovine viral diarrhea virus, model for HCV PRV, pseudorabies virus, model for large enveloped DNA viruses WNV, West Nile virus HAV, hepatitis A virus CPV, canine parvovirus, model for B19V B19V, human parvovirus B19 ND, not determined NA, not applicable * At 60°C for 10 hours in aqueous solution. † The virus evaluation studies for B19V employed a novel experimental infectivity assay using a clone of the cell line UT7 that contains erythropoietic progenitor cells; (residual) virus titer was determined using an immunofluorescence-based detection method.

REFERENCES

*This correlates to a VWF:RCo to FVIII activity average ratio of 2.4:1, which is used to calculate the nominal values of VWF:RCo activity and is the average VWF:RCo activity.

Indications

Hemophilia A

Humate-P, Antihemophilic Factor/von Willebrand Factor Complex (Human), is indicated for treatment and prevention of bleeding in adults with hemophilia A (classical hemophilia).

Von Willebrand Disease (VWD)

Humate-P is also indicated in adult and pediatric patients with von Willebrand disease (VWD) for:

treatment of spontaneous and trauma-induced bleeding episodes, and
prevention of excessive bleeding during and after surgery. This applies to patients with severe VWD as well as patients with mild to moderate VWD where use of desmopressin (DDAVP) is known or suspected to be inadequate.

Controlled clinical trials to evaluate the safety and efficacy of prophylactic dosing with Humate-P to prevent spontaneous bleeding have not been conducted in VWD subjects [see Clinical Studies].

Dosage And Administration

Therapy For Hemophilia A

One International Unit (IU) of Factor VIII (FVIII) activity per kg body weight will increase the circulating FVIII level by approximately 2.0 International Units (IU)/dL. Dosage must be individualized based on the patient’s weight, type and severity of hemorrhage, FVIII level, and presence of inhibitors. Judge the adequacy of treatment by clinical effects and, in all cases, adjust doses as needed based on clinical judgment and on frequent monitoring of the patient’s FVIII level. Table 1 provides dosing recommendations for the treatment of hemophilia A in adults.

Table 1: Dosing Recommendations for the Treatment of Hemophilia A in Adults¹

Hemorrhagic Event	Dosage (IU FVIII:C/kg Body Weight)
Minor hemorrhage: Early joint or muscle bleed Severe epistaxis	Loading dose 15 IU FVIII:C/kg to achieve a FVIII:C plasma level of approximately 30% of normal; one infusion may be sufficient. If needed, half of the loading dose may be given once or twice daily for 1-2 days.
Moderate hemorrhage: Advanced joint or muscle bleed Neck, tongue, or pharyngeal hematoma (without airway compromise) Tooth extraction Severe abdominal pain	Loading dose 25 IU FVIII:C/kg to achieve a FVIII:C plasma level of approximately 50% of normal, followed by 15 IU FVIII:C/kg every 8-12 hours for the first 1-2 days to maintain the FVIII:C plasma level at 30% of normal. Continue the same dose once or twice daily for up to 7 days or until adequate wound healing is achieved.
Life-threatening hemorrhage: Major surgery Gastrointestinal bleeding Neck, tongue, or pharyngeal hematoma (with potential for airway compromise) Intracranial, intraabdominal, or intrathoracic bleeding Fractures	Initially 40-50 IU FVIII:C/kg, followed by 2025 IU FVIII:C/kg every 8 hours to maintain the FVIII:C plasma level at 80-100% of normal for 7 days. Continue the same dose once or twice daily for another 7 days to maintain the FVIII:C level at 30-50% of normal.
IU = International Units.

Treatment Of Bleeding Episodes In VWD

Administer 40 to 80 International Units (IU) VWF:RCo (corresponding to 17 to 33 International Units (IU) FVIII in Humate-P) per kg body weight every 8 to 12 hours. Adjust the dosage based on the extent and location of bleeding. Administer repeat doses as long as needed based on monitoring of appropriate clinical and laboratory measures [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS]. Expected levels of VWF:RCo are based on an expected in vivo recovery (IVR) of 2.0 International Units (IU)/dL rise per International Unit (IU)/kg VWF:RCo administered. The administration of 1 IU of FVIII per kg body weight can be expected to lead to a rise in circulating VWF:RCo of approximately 5 International Units (IU)/dL. Table 2 provides dosing recommendations for adult and pediatric patients [see Use In Specific Populations].²

Table 2: VWF:RCo Dosing Recommendations for the Treatment of Bleeding Episodes by VWD Type

VWD Type	Severity of Hemorrhage	Dosage (IU* VWF:RCo/kg Body Weight)
Type 1 VWD – Mild (baseline VWF:RCo activity typically >30%)	Minor (e.g., epistaxis, oral bleeding, menorrhagia)	Typically treatable with desmopressin.
	Minor (when desmopressin is known or suspected to be inadequate) Major† (e.g., severe or refractory epistaxis, GI bleeding, CNS trauma, traumatic hemorrhage)	Loading dose 40-60 lU/kg. Then 40-50 lU/kg every 8-12 hours for 3 days to keep the trough level of VWF:RCo >50%. Then 40-50 lU/kg daily for up to 7 days.
Type 1 VWD -Moderate or severe (baseline VWF:RCo typically <30%)	Minor (e.g., epistaxis, oral bleeding, menorrhagia)	40-50 lU/kg (1 or 2 doses).
	Major (e.g., severe or refractory epistaxis, GI bleeding, CNS trauma, hemarthrosis, traumatic hemorrhage)	Loading dose 50-75 lU/kg. Then 40-60 lU/kg every 8-12 hours for 3 days to keep the trough level of VWF:RCo >50%. Then 40-60 lU/kg daily for up to 7 days.
Type 2 VWD (all variants) and Type 3 VWD	Minor (clinical indications above)	40-50 lU/kg (1 or 2 doses).
Type 2 VWD (all variants) and Type 3 VWD	Major (clinical indications above)	Loading dose 60-80 lU/kg. Then 40-60 lU/kg every 8-12 hours for 3 days to keep the trough level of VWF:RCo >50%. Then 40-60 lU/kg daily for up to 7 days.
* IU = International Units. † For major bleeds in all types of VWD where repeated dosing is required, monitor and maintain the patient’s FVIII level according to the guidelines for hemophilia A therapy.

Prevention Of Excessive Bleeding During And After Surgery In VWD

The following information provides guidelines for calculating loading and maintenance doses of Humate-P for patients undergoing surgery. However in the case of emergency surgery, administer a loading dose of 50 to 60 International Units (IU) VWF:RCo/kg body weight and, subsequently, closely monitor the patient’s trough coagulation factor levels. Measure incremental IVR and assess plasma VWF:RCo and FVIII:C levels in all patients prior to surgery when possible.

To determine IVR:

Measure the baseline plasma VWF:RCo level.
Infuse a calculated dose [International Units (IU)/kg] of VWF:RCo product intravenously at “time 0”.
At “time+30 minutes”, measure the plasma VWF:RCo level.

Use the following formula to calculate IVR:

IVR = (Plasma VWF:RCotime+30 min – Plasma VWF:RCobaseline International Units (IU)/dL)/ Calculated dose (International Units (IU)/kg)

For example, assuming a baseline VWF:RCo of 30 International Units (IU)/dL at “time 0”, a calculated dose of 60 International Units (IU)/kg, and a VWF:RCo of 120 International Units (IU)/dL at “time+30 minutes”, the IVR would be 1.5 International Units (IU)/dL per International Units (IU)/kg of VWF:RCo administered.

Loading Dose

Table 3 provides guidelines for calculating the loading dose for adult and pediatric patients based on the target peak plasma VWF:RCo level, the baseline VWF:RCo level, body weight in kilograms, and IVR. When individual recovery values are not available, a standardized loading dose can be used based on an assumed VWF:RCo IVR of 2.0 International Units (IU)/dL per International Unit (IU)/kg of VWF:RCo administered.

Table 3: VWF:RCo and FVIII:C Loading Dose Calculations for the Prevention of Excessive Bleeding During and After Surgery for All Types of VWD

Type of Surgery	VWF:RCo Target Peak Plasma Level	FVIII:C Target Peak Plasma Level	Calculation of Loading Dose (to be administered 1 to 2 hours before surgery)
Major	100 IU/dL	80-100 IU/dL	Δ* VWF:RCo x BW (kg)/IVR† = IU VWF:RCo required If the IVR is not available, assume an IVR of 2.0 IU/dL per IU/kg and calculate theloading dose as follows: (100 – baseline plasma VWF:RCo) x BW (kg)/2.0
Minor/Oral*	50-60 IU/dL	40-50 IU/ dL	Δ * VWF:RCo x BW (kg) IVR/ = IU VWF:RCo required
Emergency	100 IU/dL	80-100 IU/dL	Administer a dose of 50-60 IU VWF:RCo/ kg body weight.
IU = International Units. BW = body weight. * Δ = Target peak plasma VWF:RCo level – baseline plasma VWF:RCo level. † IVR = in vivo recovery as measured in the patient. ‡ Oral surgery is defined as extraction of fewer than three teeth, if the teeth are non-molars and have no bony involvement. Extraction of more than one impacted wisdom tooth is considered major surgery due to the expected difficulty of the surgery and the expected blood loss, particularly in subjects with type 2A or type 3 VWD. Extraction of more than two teeth is considered major surgery in all patients.

For example, the loading dose of Humate-P required assuming a target VWF:RCo level of 100 International Units (IU)/dL, a baseline VWF:RCo level of 20 International Units (IU)/dL, an IVR of 2.0 International Units (IU)/dL per International Units (IU)/kg, and a body weight of 70 kg would be 2,800 International Units (IU) VWF:RCo, calculated as follows:

(100 IU/dL – 20 IU/dL) x 70 kg/2.0 (IU/dL)/(IU/kg) = 2,800 IU VWF:RCo required

IU = International Units.

Attaining a target peak FVIII:C plasma level of 80 to 100 International Units (IU) FVIII:C/ dL for major surgery and 40 to 50 International Units (IU) FVIII:C/dL for minor surgery or oral surgery might require additional dosing with Humate-P. Because the ratio of VWF:RCo to FVIII:C activity in Humate-P is 2.4:1, any additional dosing will increase VWF:RCo proportionally more than FVIII:C. Assuming an incremental IVR of 2.0 International Units (IU) VWF:RCo/dL per International Units (IU)/kg infused, additional dosing to increase FVIII:C in plasma will also increase plasma VWF:RCo by approximately 5 International Units (IU)/dL for each International Unit (IU)/kg of FVIII administered.

Maintenance Doses

The initial maintenance dose of Humate-P for the prevention of excessive bleeding during and after surgery should be half of the loading dose, irrespective of additional dosing required to meet FVIII:C targets. Subsequent maintenance doses should be based on the patient’s VWF:RCo and FVIII levels. Table 4 provides recommendations for target trough plasma levels (based on type of surgery and number of days following surgery) and minimum duration of treatment for subsequent maintenance doses. These recommendations apply to both adult and pediatric patients.

Table 4: VWF:RCo and FVIII:C Target Trough Plasma Level and Minimum Duration of Treatment Recommendations for Subsequent Maintenance Doses for the Prevention of Excessive Bleeding During and After Surgery

Type of Surgery	VWF:RCo Target Trough Plasma Level*		FVIII:C Target Trough Plasma Level*		Minimum Duration of Treatment
Type of Surgery	Up to 3 days following surgery	After Day 3	Up to 3 days following surgery	After Day 3	Minimum Duration of Treatment
Major	>50 IU/dL	>30 IU/dL	>50 IU/dL	>30 IU/dL	72 hours
Minor	≥30 IU/dL	–	–	>30 IU/dL	48 hours
Oral†	≥30 IU/dL	–	–	>30 IU/dL	8-12 hours‡
IU = International Units. * Trough levels for either coagulation factor should not exceed 100 IU/dL. † Oral surgery is defined as extraction of fewer than three teeth, if the teeth are non-molars and have no bony involvement. Extraction of more than one impacted wisdom tooth is considered major surgery due to the expected difficulty of the surgery and the expected blood loss, particularly in subjects with type 2A or type 3 VWD. Extraction of more than two teeth is considered major surgery in all patients. ‡ Administer at least one maintenance dose following oral surgery based on individual pharmacokinetic values. Subsequent therapy with an antifibrinolytic agent is usually administered until adequate healing is achieved.

Based on individual pharmacokinetic-derived half-lives, the frequency of maintenance doses is generally every 8 or 12 hours; patients with shorter half-lives may require dosing every 6 hours. In the absence of pharmacokinetic data, it is recommended that Humate-P be administered initially every 8 hours with further adjustments determined by monitoring trough coagulation factor levels. When hemostatic levels are judged insufficient or trough levels are outside the recommended range, consider modifying the administration interval and/or the dose.

It is advisable to monitor trough VWF:RCo and FVIII:C levels at least once a day in order to adjust Humate-P dosing as needed to avoid excessive accumulation of coagulation factors. The duration of treatment generally depends on the type of surgery performed, but must be assessed for individual patients based on their hemostatic response [see Clinical Studies].

Reconstitution And Administration

Humate-P is for intravenous use only.

Prepare and administer using aseptic techniques.
Use either the Mix2Vial® filter transfer set provided with Humate-P [see HOW SUPPLIED/Storage And Handling] or a commercially available double-ended needle and vented filter spike.
Use plastic disposable syringes with Humate-P. Protein solutions of this type tend to adhere to the ground glass surface of all-glass syringes.
Reconstitute Humate-P at room temperature as follows:

1. Ensure that the Humate-P vial and diluent vial are at room temperature.

2. Place the Humate-P vial, diluent vial and Mix2Vial transfer set on a flat surface.

3. Remove the Humate-P and diluent vial flip caps. Wipe the stoppers with an alcohol swab. Allow the stoppers to dry prior to opening the Mix2Vial transfer set package.

4. Open the Mix2Vial transfer set package by peeling away the lid (Figure 1). Leave the Mix2Vial transfer set in the clear package.

Figure 1

Open the Mix2Vial transfer set package by peeling away
the lid - Illustration

5. Place the diluent vial on a flat surface and hold the vial tightly. Grip the Mix2Vial transfer set together with the clear package and push the plastic spike at the blue end of the Mix2Vial transfer set firmly through the center of the stopper of the diluent vial (Figure 2).

Figure 2

push the plastic spike at the blue end of the Mix2Vial transfer set firmly - Illustration

6. Carefully remove the clear package from the Mix2Vial transfer set. Make sure that you pull up only the clear package and not the Mix2Vial transfer set (Figure 3).

Figure 3

Carefully remove the clear package from the Mix2Vial
transfer set. Make sure that you pull up only the clear package and not the
Mix2Vial transfer set - Illustration

7. With the Humate-P vial placed firmly on a flat surface, invert the diluents vial with the Mix2Vial transfer set attached and push the plastic spike of the transparent adapter firmly through the center of the stopper of the Humate-P vial (Figure 4). The diluent will automatically transfer into the Humate-P vial.

Figure 4

8. With the diluent and Humate-P vial still attached to the Mix2Vial transfer set, gently swirl the Humate-P vial to ensure the Humate-P is fully dissolved (Figure 5). Do not shake the vial.

Figure 5

9. With one hand grasp the Humate-P side of the Mix2Vial transfer set and with the other hand grasp the blue diluent-side of the Mix2Vial transfer set, and unscrew the set into two pieces (Figure 6).

Figure 6

Unscrew the set into two pieces - Illustration

10. Draw air into an empty, sterile syringe. While the Humate-P vial is upright, screw the syringe to the Mix2Vial transfer set. Inject air into the Humate-P vial. While keeping the syringe plunger pressed, invert the system upside down and draw the concentrate into the syringe by pulling the plunger back slowly (Figure 7).

Figure 7

11. Now that the concentrate has been transferred into the syringe, firmly grasp the barrel of the syringe (keeping the syringe plunger facing down) and unscrew the syringe from the Mix2Vial transfer set (Figure 8). Attach the syringe to a suitable intravenous administration set.

Figure 8

12. If patient requires more than one vial, pool the contents of multiple vials into one syringe. Use a separate unused Mix2Vial for each product vial.

The solution should be clear or slightly opalescent. After filtering/withdrawal the reconstituted product should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration. Even if the directions for use for the reconstitution procedure are precisely followed, it is not uncommon for a few flakes or particles to remain. The filter included in the Mix2Vial device removes those particles completely. Filtration does not influence dosage calculations. Do not use visibly cloudy solutions or solutions still containing flakes or particles after filtration.
Do not refrigerate Humate-P after reconstitution. Administer within 3 hours after reconstitution.
Slowly infuse the solution (maximally 4 mL/minute) with a suitable intravenous administration set.
Discard the administration equipment and any unused Humate-P after use.

How Supplied

Dosage Forms And Strengths

Humate-P is available as a sterile, lyophilized powder for intravenous administration following reconstitution. Each vial of Humate-P contains the labeled amount of VWF:RCo and FVIII activity expressed in International Units (IU). The average ratio of VWF:RCo to FVIII is 2.4:1.

Approximate potencies are shown below; check each carton/vial for the actual potency prior to reconstitution:

VWF:RCo/vial	FVIII/vial	Diluent
600 IU	250 IU	5 mL
1200 IU	500 IU	10 mL
2400 IU	1000 IU	15 mL
IU = International Units.

Storage And Handling

- Humate-P is supplied in a single-use vial containing the labeled amount of VWF:RCo and FVIII activity expressed in International Units (IU).

Components are not made with natural rubber latex.
When stored at temperatures up to 25°C (77°F), Humate-P is stable for 36 months up to the expiration date printed on its label. Do not freeze.
Humate-P does not contain a preservative and should be used within 3 hours after reconstitution.

Each product presentation includes a package insert and the following components:

Presentation	Carton NDC Number	Components
600 IU VWF:RCo and 250 IU FVIII	63833-615-02	Humate-P in a single-use vial [NDC 63833-625-01] 5 mL vial of Sterile Water for Injection, USP [NDC 1 63833-765-53] Mix2Vial transfer set
1200 IU VWF:RCo and 500 IU FVIII	63833-616-02	Humate-P in a single-use vial [NDC 63833-626-01] 10 mL vial of Sterile Water for Injection, USP [NDC 1 63833-765-54] Mix2Vial transfer set
2400 IU VWF:RCo and 1000 IU FVIII	63833-617-02	Humate-P in a single-use vial [NDC 63833-627-01] 15 mL vial of Sterile Water for Injection, USP [NDC 1 63833-765-55] Mix2Vial transfer set

REFERENCES

1. Levine PH, Brettler DB. Clinical aspects and therapy for hemophilia A. In: Hoffman R, Benz JB, Shattil SJ, Furie B, Cohen HJ, eds. Hematology: Basic Principles and Practice. New York: Churchill Livingstone Inc.; 1991:1296-1297.

2. Scott JP, Montgomery RT. Therapy of von Willebrand disease. Semin Thromb Hemost. 1993;19:37-47.

Manufactured by: CSL Behring GmbH 35041 Marburg, Germany, US License No. 1765. Distributed by: CSL Behring LLC, Kankakee, IL 60901 USA. Revised: Sep 2017

Side Effects

The most serious adverse reaction observed in patients receiving HUMATE-P is anaphylaxis. Thromboembolic events have also been observed in patients receiving HUMATE-P for the treatment of VWD [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS]. Reports of thromboembolic events in VWD patients with other thrombotic risk factors receiving coagulation factor replacement therapy have been obtained from spontaneous reports, published literature, and a European clinical study. In some cases, inhibitors to coagulation factors may occur. However, no inhibitor formation was observed in any of the clinical studies.

In patients receiving HUMATE-P in clinical studies for treatment of VWD, the most commonly reported adverse reactions observed by >5% of subjects are allergic-anaphylactic reactions (including urticaria, chest tightness, rash, pruritus, and edema). For patients undergoing surgery, the most common adverse reactions are postoperative wound and injection-site bleeding, and epistaxis.

Clinical Trials Experience

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

Treatment Of Bleeding Episodes In VWD

Allergic symptoms, including allergic reaction, urticaria, chest tightness, rash, pruritus, and edema, were reported in 6 of 97 (6%) subjects in a Canadian retrospective study [see Clinical Studies]. Four of 97 (4%) subjects experienced seven adverse events that were considered to have a possible or 3,4 probable relationship to HUMATE-P. These included chills, phlebitis, vasodilation, paresthesia, pruritus, rash, and urticaria. All were mild in intensity with the exception of a moderate case of pruritus.

In a prospective, open-label safety and efficacy study of HUMATE-P in VWD subjects with serious life- or limb-threatening bleeding or undergoing emergency surgery, seven of 71 (10%) subjects experienced nine adverse reactions. These were one occurrence each of mild vasodilation and mild pruritis; two occurrences of mild paresthesia; and one occurrence each of moderate peripheral edema and extremity pain and severe pseudothrombocytopenia (platelet clumping with a false low reading). HUMATE-P was discontinued in the subject who experienced the peripheral edema and extremity pain.

Prevention Of Excessive Bleeding During And After Surgery In VWD

Among the 63 VWD subjects who received HUMATE-P for prevention of excessive bleeding during and after surgery, including one subject who underwent colonoscopy without the planned polypectomy, the most common adverse events were postoperative hemorrhage (35 events in 19 subjects with five subjects experiencing bleeding at up to three different sites), postoperative nausea (15 subjects), and postoperative pain (11 subjects). Table 6 presents the postoperative hemorrhagic adverse events.

Table 6. Hemorrhagic Adverse Events in 63 Surgical Subjects

Adverse Event	Surgical Procedure Category	Number of Subjects/ Events	Onset (Number of Events)		Severity (Number of Events)
Adverse Event	Surgical Procedure Category	Number of Subjects/ Events	On	Post	Mild	Mod	Severe
Wound/injection site bleeding	Major	8/11	7	4	9	–	2
	Minor	2/2	2	–	1	1	–
	Oral	2/6		6	3	3	–
Epistaxis	Major	4/4	2	2	3	1	–
Epistaxis	Minor	1/1	1	–	1	–	–
Cerebral hemorrhage/subdural hematoma	Major	1/2	2^†	–	–	2	–
Gastrointestinal bleeding	Major	1/3	3^‡	–	–	2	1
Menorrhagia	Major	1/1	1^§	–	–	1	–
Groin bleed	Oral	1/1	–	1	1	–	–
Ear bleed	Major	1/1	1	–	1	–	–
Hemoptysis	Major	1/1	1	–	1	–	–
Hematuria	Major	1/1	1	–	1	–	–
Hematuria	Major	1/1	1	–	1	–	–
*On = on-therapy; onset while receiving HUMATE-P or within 1 day of completing HUMATE-P administration. Post = post-therapy; onset at least one day after completing HUMATE-P administration. ^†Reported as serious adverse events following intracranial surgery. ^‡Two of these events were reported as serious adverse events following gastrojejunal bypass. ^§Reported as a serious adverse event requiring hysterectomy following hysteroscopy and dilation and curettage

Table 7 lists the non-hemorrhagic adverse events reported in at least two subjects, regardless of causality, and the adverse events that were possibly related to HUMATE-P. Pulmonary embolus considered possibly related to HUMATE-P occurred in one elderly subject who underwent bilateral knee replacement.

Table 7. Non-Hemorrhagic and Possibly Related Adverse Events in 63 Surgical Subjects

Body System	Adverse Event (AE)	Number of Subjects with an AE Possibly Related to HUMATE-P	Number of Subjects with an AE Regardless of Causality*
Body as a whole	Pain	–	11
	Fever	–	4
	Abdominal pain	–	3
	Infection	–	3
	Surgery	–	3
	Back pain	–	2
	Facial edema	–	2
Cardiovascular	Chest pain	–	3
	Pulmonary embolus^†	1	1
	Thrombophlebitis^†	1	1
Digestive	Nausea	1	15
	Constipation		7
	Vomiting	1	3
	Sore throat	–	2
Hemic and lymphatic system	Anemia/decreased hemoglobin	–	2
Metabolic/nutritional	Increased SGPT	1	1
Nervous	Dizziness	1	5
	Headache	1	4
	Increased sweating	–	3
	Insomnia	–	2
Skin and appendages	Pruritus	–	3
Skin and appendages	Rash	1	1
Urogenital	Urinary retention	–	4
Urogenital	Urinary tract infection	–	2
*Events occurring in two or more subjects. ^†Events occurring in separate subjects.

Eight subjects experienced 10 postoperative serious adverse events: one with subdural hematoma and intracerebral bleeding following intracranial surgery related to an underlying cerebrovascular abnormality; one with two occurrences of gastrointestinal bleeding following gastrojejunal bypass; and one each with sepsis, facial edema, infection, menorrhagia requiring hysterectomy following hysteroscopy and dilation and curettage, pyelonephritis, and pulmonary embolus.

Postmarketing Experience

The following adverse reactions have been identified during postapproval use of HUMATE-P. Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to HUMATE-P exposure.

Adverse reactions reported in patients receiving HUMATE-P for treatment of VWD or hemophilia A are allergic-anaphylactic reactions (including urticaria, chest tightness, rash, pruritus, edema, and shock), development of inhibitors to FVIII, and hemolysis. Additional adverse reactions reported for VWD are thromboembolic complications, chills and fever, and hypervolemia.

Drug Interactions

None reported.

Warnings

Included as part of the “PRECAUTIONS” Section

Precautions

Thromboembolic Events (VWD Patients)

Thromboembolic events have been reported in VWD patients receiving Antihemophilic Factor/von Willebrand Factor Complex replacement therapy, especially in the setting of known risk factors for thrombosis.^3,4 Early reports indicate a higher incidence may occur in females. Endogenous high levels of FVIII have also been associated with thrombosis, but no causal relationship has been established. Exercise caution and consider antithrombotic measures in all at-risk VWD patients who are receiving coagulation factor replacement therapy.

Monitoring For Intravascular Hemolysis

HUMATE-P contains blood group isoagglutinins (anti-A and anti-B). When doses are very large or need to be repeated frequently (for example, when inhibitors are present or when pre- and post-surgical care is involved), monitor patients of blood groups A, B, and AB for signs of intravascular hemolysis and decreasing hematocrit values and treat appropriately.

Monitoring VWF:RCo And FVIII Levels

Monitor the VWF:RCo and FVIII levels of VWD patients receiving HUMATE-P using standard coagulation tests, especially in cases of surgery. It is advisable to monitor trough VWF:RCo and FVIII:C levels at least once a day in order to adjust the dosage of HUMATE-P as needed to avoid excessive accumulation of coagulation factors [see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION].

Transmission Of Infectious Agents

Because HUMATE-P is made from human blood, it may carry a risk of transmitting infectious agents, e.g., viruses, the variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (vCJD) agent and, theoretically, the Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) agent [see DESCRIPTION and PATIENT INFORMATION]. The risk that such products will transmit an infectious agent has been reduced by screening plasma donors for prior exposure to certain viruses, by testing for the presence of certain current virus infections, and by inactivating and/or removing certain viruses during manufacturing [see DESCRIPTION].

Despite these measures, such products can still potentially transmit disease. There is also the possibility that unknown infectious agents may be present in such products. Thus the risk of transmission of infectious agents cannot be eliminated completely. Report all infections thought by a physician possibly to have been transmitted by this product to CSL Behring Pharmacovigilance at 1-866-915-6958 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Some viruses, such as Parvovirus B19 virus (B19V) or hepatitis A (HAV), are particularly difficult to remove or inactivate. B19V may most seriously affect pregnant women and immune-compromised individuals.

Although the overwhelming number of B19V and HAV cases are community acquired, reports of these infections have been associated with the use of some plasma-derived products. Therefore, physicians should be alert to the potential symptoms of B19V and HAV infections [see PATIENT INFORMATION].

Symptoms of B19V may include low-grade fever, rash, arthralgia, and transient symmetric, nondestructive arthritis. Diagnosis is often established by measuring B19V-specific IgM and IgG antibodies. Symptoms of HAV include low-grade fever, anorexia, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and jaundice. A diagnosis may be established by measuring specific IgM antibodies.

Physicians should strongly consider administration of hepatitis A and hepatitis B vaccines to individuals receiving plasma derivatives. Potential risks and benefits of vaccination should be weighed by the physician and discussed with the patient.

Use In Specific Populations

Pregnancy

Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with HUMATE-P. It is also not known whether HUMATE-P can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or can affect reproduction capacity. HUMATE-P should be given to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed.

Labor And Delivery

It is not known whether HUMATE-P can cause harm to the mother or the fetus when administered during labor and delivery. HUMATE-P should be given during labor and delivery only if clearly needed.

Nursing Mothers

It is not known whether this drug is excreted in human milk. Because many drugs are excreted in human milk, caution should be exercised when HUMATE-P is administered to a nursing woman.

Pediatric Use