Package Leaflet: Information for the Patient
Yuflyma 40 mg Solution for Injection in Pre-filled Syringe
adalimumab
This medicinal product is subject to additional monitoring, which will allow for quick identification of new safety information. You can help by reporting any side effects you may get. See the end of section 4 for how to report side effects.
Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start using this medicine, because it contains important information for you.
Contents of the Pack
Yuflyma contains the active substance adalimumab, a medicine that acts on your immune system (defence).
Yuflyma is indicated for the treatment of the following inflammatory diseases:
The active substance in Yuflyma, adalimumab, is a human monoclonal antibody. Monoclonal antibodies are proteins that target a specific target.
The target of adalimumab is a protein called tumour necrosis factor (TNFα), which is involved in the immune system (defence) and is found in high levels in the inflammatory diseases mentioned above. By targeting TNFα, Yuflyma reduces the inflammatory process in these diseases.
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis is an inflammatory disease of the joints.
Yuflyma is used to treat moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis in adults. You may have been given other medicines that modify the disease, such as methotrexate, before. If you do not respond well to these medicines, you will be given Yuflyma.
Yuflyma can also be used to treat severe, active, and progressive rheumatoid arthritis without prior treatment with methotrexate.
Yuflyma can reduce the damage to your joints caused by the inflammatory disease and help you move more freely.
Your doctor will decide if Yuflyma should be used with methotrexate or alone.
Polyarticular Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
Polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis is an inflammatory disease of the joints.
Yuflyma is used to treat polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis in patients from 2 years of age. You may have been given other medicines that modify the disease, such as methotrexate, before. If you do not respond well to these medicines, you will be given Yuflyma.
Your doctor will decide if Yuflyma should be used with methotrexate or alone.
Arthritis Associated with Enthesitis
Arthritis associated with enthesitis is an inflammatory disease of the joints and the sites where tendons attach to the bone.
Yuflyma is used to treat arthritis associated with enthesitis in patients from 6 years of age. You may have been given other medicines that modify the disease, such as methotrexate, before. If you do not respond well to these medicines, you will be given Yuflyma.
Ankylosing Spondylitis and Axial Spondyloarthritis without Radiographic Evidence of Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing spondylitis and axial spondyloarthritis without radiographic evidence of ankylosing spondylitis are inflammatory diseases that affect the spine.
Yuflyma is used to treat severe ankylosing spondylitis and axial spondyloarthritis without radiographic evidence of ankylosing spondylitis in adults. You may have been given other medicines before. If you do not respond well to these medicines, you will be given Yuflyma.
Psoriatic Arthritis
Psoriatic arthritis is an inflammatory disease of the joints that is often associated with psoriasis.
Yuflyma is used to treat psoriatic arthritis in adults. Yuflyma can reduce the damage to your joints caused by the disease and help you move more freely. You may have been given other medicines before. If you do not respond well to these medicines, you will be given Yuflyma.
Plaque Psoriasis
Plaque psoriasis is a skin disease that causes red, scaly, crusty, and silvery-scaled patches. Plaque psoriasis can also affect the nails, causing them to deteriorate, thicken, and lift off the nail bed, which can be painful.
Yuflyma is used to treat
Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Hidradenitis suppurativa (also known as inverse acne) is a chronic and often painful inflammatory skin disease. Symptoms can include painful nodules (lumps) and abscesses (boils) that can ooze pus. It usually affects specific areas of the skin, such as under the breast, armpits, inner thighs, groin, and buttocks. There may also be scarring in the affected areas.
Yuflyma is used to treat
Yuflyma can reduce the number of nodules and abscesses caused by the disease, and the pain that is usually associated with this disease. You may have been given other medicines before. If you do not respond well to these medicines, you will be given Yuflyma.
Crohn's Disease
Crohn's disease is an inflammatory disease of the digestive tract. Yuflyma is used to treat
You may have been given other medicines before. If you do not respond well to these medicines, you will be given Yuflyma.
Ulcerative Colitis
Ulcerative colitis is an inflammatory disease of the large intestine. Yuflyma is used to treat
You may have been given other medicines before. If you do not respond well to these medicines, you will be given Yuflyma.
Non-infectious Uveitis
Non-infectious uveitis is an inflammatory disease that affects certain parts of the eye. Yuflyma is used to treat
This inflammation can lead to a decrease in vision or the presence of floaters in the eye (black dots or thin lines that move across the field of vision). Yuflyma works by reducing this inflammation.
You may have been given other medicines before. If you do not respond well to these medicines, you will be given Yuflyma.
Do not use Yuflyma:
Warnings and precautions
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting to use Yuflyma.
Allergic reactions
Infections
In rare cases, these infections could be life-threatening. It is essential that if you have symptoms such as fever, wounds, tiredness, or dental problems, you inform your doctor. Your doctor may indicate that you should stop using Yuflyma for some time.
Tuberculosis
? Since cases of tuberculosis have been reported in patients treated with Yuflyma, your doctor will examine you for signs or symptoms of tuberculosis before starting your treatment with Yuflyma. This will include a thorough medical evaluation, including your medical history and appropriate diagnostic tests (e.g., chest X-ray and tuberculin test). The performance and results of these tests should be recorded in your patient information card.
? Tuberculosis can develop during treatment, even if you have received treatment to prevent tuberculosis.
? If symptoms of tuberculosis appear (e.g., persistent cough, weight loss, lack of energy, low-grade fever) or any other infection during or after treatment, contact your doctor immediately.
Hepatitis B
Surgery or dental intervention
Demyelinating disease
Vaccinations
Heart failure,
Fever, bruising, bleeding, or pale appearance
Cancer
Autoimmune disease
Children and adolescents
Use of Yuflyma with other medicines
Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or may need to take any other medicine. You should not take Yuflyma with medicines that contain the following active substances due to an increased risk of severe infections:
Yuflyma can be taken with:
If you have any questions, consult your doctor.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Driving and using machines
Yuflyma may have a small effect on the ability to drive, ride a bicycle, or use machines. You may experience dizziness and vision disturbances after using Yuflyma.
YUFLYMA contains sodium
This medicine contains less than 1 mmol of sodium (23 mg) per 0.4 ml dose; it is essentially "sodium-free".
Follow the administration instructions of this medication exactly as indicated by your doctor or pharmacist. In case of doubt, consult your doctor or pharmacist again.
In the following table, the recommended doses of Yuflyma for each of its approved uses are indicated. Your doctor may prescribe a different dose of Yuflyma if you need a different dose.
Rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, or axial spondyloarthritis without radiographic evidence of ankylosing spondylitis | ||
Age or body weight | How much and how often should it be taken? | Notes |
Adults | 40 mg every two weeks | In rheumatoid arthritis, continue treatment with methotrexate during the use of Yuflyma. If the doctor decides that methotrexate is inappropriate, Yuflyma may be administered as monotherapy. If you have rheumatoid arthritis and do not receive methotrexate with your treatment with Yuflyma, the doctor may decide to administer 40 mg of Yuflyma every week or 80 mg every two weeks. |
Juvenile idiopathic polyarticular arthritis | ||
Age or body weight | How much and how often should it be taken? | Notes |
Children, adolescents, and adults from 2 years of age with a weight of 30 kg or more | 40 mg every two weeks | Not applicable |
Children and adolescents from 2 years of age with a weight of 10 kg to 30 kg | 20 mg every two weeks | Not applicable |
Arthritis associated with enthesitis | ||
Age or body weight | How much and how often should it be taken? | Notes |
Children, adolescents, and adults from 6 years of age with a weight of 30 kg or more | 40 mg every two weeks | Not applicable |
Children and adolescents from 2 years of age with a weight of 10 kg to 30 kg | 20 mg every two weeks | Not applicable |
Plaque psoriasis | ||
Age or body weight | How much and how often should it be taken? | Notes |
Adults | The initial dose is 80 mg (two injections of 40 mg on one day), followed by 40 mg every other week starting one week after the first dose. | If an inadequate response is obtained, the doctor may increase the dose to 40 mg every week or 80 mg every two weeks. |
Children and adolescents from 4 to 17 years of age with a weight of 30 kg or more | The first dose is 40 mg, followed by 40 mg one week later. From then on, the usual dose is 40 mg every two weeks. | Not applicable |
Children and adolescents from 4 to 17 years of age with a weight of 15 kg to 30 kg | The initial dose is 20 mg, followed by 20 mg one week later. From then on, the usual dose is 20 mg every other week. | Not applicable |
Hidden suppurative adenitis | ||
Age or body weight | How much and how often should it be taken? | Notes |
Adults | The initial dose is 160 mg (four injections of 40 mg on one day or two injections of 40 mg per day for two consecutive days), followed by a dose of 80 mg (two injections of 40 mg on one day) two weeks later. After two more weeks, continue with a dose of 40 mg every week or 80 mg every two weeks, as prescribed by the doctor. | It is recommended to use an antiseptic daily on the affected areas. |
Adolescents from 12 to 17 years of age with a weight of 30 kg or more | The initial dose is 80 mg (two injections of 40 mg on one day), followed by 40 mg every other week starting one week later. | If an inadequate response is obtained with Yuflyma 40 mg every two weeks, the doctor may increase the dose to 40 mg every week or 80 mg every two weeks. It is recommended to use an antiseptic daily on the affected areas. |
Crohn's disease | ||
Age or body weight | How much and how often should it be taken? | Notes |
Children, adolescents, and adults from 6 years of age with a weight of 40 kg or more | The initial dose is 80 mg (two injections of 40 mg on one day), followed by 40 mg two weeks later. If a faster response is needed, the doctor may prescribe an initial dose of 160 mg (four injections of 40 mg on one day or two injections of 40 mg per day for two consecutive days) followed by 80 mg (two injections of 40 mg on one day) two weeks later. From then on, the usual dose is 40 mg every two weeks. | The doctor may increase the frequency of the dose to 40 mg every week or 80 mg every two weeks. |
Children and adolescents from 6 to 17 years of age weighing less than 40 kg | The initial dose is 40 mg, followed by 20 mg two weeks later. If a faster response is needed, the doctor may prescribe an initial dose of 80 mg (two injections of 40 mg on one day), followed by 40 mg two weeks later. From then on, the usual dose is 20 mg every other week. | Your doctor may increase the frequency of the dose to 20 mg every week. |
Ulcerative colitis | ||
Age or body weight | How much and how often should it be taken? | Notes |
Adults | The initial dose is 160 mg (four injections of 40 mg on one day or two injections of 40 mg per day for two consecutive days), followed by 80 mg (two injections of 40 mg on one day) two weeks later. From then on, the usual dose is 40 mg every two weeks. | The doctor may increase the dose to 40 mg every week or 80 mg every two weeks. |
Children and adolescents from 6 years of age with a weight less than 40 kg | First dose of 80 mg (two injections of 40 mg on one day), followed by 40 mg (one injection of 40 mg) two weeks later. From then on, the usual dose is 40 mg every other week. | You should continue using Yuflyma at the usual dose, even after turning 18 years old. |
Children and adolescents from 6 years of age with a weight of 40 kg or more | First dose of 160 mg (four injections of 40 mg on one day or two injections of 40 mg per day for two consecutive days), followed by 80 mg (two injections of 40 mg on one day) two weeks later. From then on, the usual dose is 80 mg every other week. | You should continue using Yuflyma at the usual dose, even after turning 18 years old. |
Non-infectious uveitis | ||
Age or body weight | How much and how often should it be taken? | Notes |
Adults | The initial dose is 80 mg (two injections of 40 mg on one day), followed by 40 mg every two weeks starting one week after the first dose. | Corticosteroid treatment or other medications that affect the immune system may be continued. Yuflyma can also be administered alone. |
Children and adolescents from 2 years of age with a weight less than 30 kg | 20 mg every other week | Your doctor may prescribe an initial dose of 40 mg that can be administered one week before starting the usual schedule of 20 mg every other week. The use of Yuflyma in combination with methotrexate is recommended. |
Children and adolescents from 2 years of age with a weight of 30 kg or more | 40 mg every two weeks | The doctor may prescribe an initial dose of 80 mg that will be administered one week before starting the usual schedule of 40 mg every two weeks. Yuflyma is recommended for use in combination with methotrexate. |
Form and route of administration
Yuflyma is injected under the skin (subcutaneously).
In section 7 "Instructions for use", detailed instructions are provided on how to inject Yuflyma.
If you use more Yuflyma than you should
If you accidentally inject Yuflyma more frequently than scheduled by your doctor or pharmacist, inform your doctor or pharmacist. Always carry the outer packaging of the medication with you, even if it is empty.
If you forget to use Yuflyma
If you forget to administer an injection, you should inject the next dose of Yuflyma as soon as you remember. Then, the next dose will be administered as usual, as if a dose had not been missed.
If you interrupt treatment with Yuflyma
The decision to stop using Yuflyma should be discussed with your doctor. Symptoms may return if you stop using Yuflyma.
If you have any other questions about the use of this medication, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause adverse effects, although not all people suffer from them. Most adverse effects are mild to moderate. However, some can be serious and require treatment. Side effects may appear at least up to 4 months after the last injection of Yuflyma.
Contact your doctor immediately if you notice any of the following effects
Contact your doctor as soon as possible if you notice any of the following effects
The symptoms described above may be signs of the side effects mentioned below, which have been observed with Yuflyma.
Very Common(may affect more than 1 person in 10)
Common(may affect up to 1 in 10 people)
Uncommon(may affect up to 1 in 100 people)
Rare(may affect up to 1 in 1000 people)
Frequency Not Known(cannot be estimated from available data)
Some adverse effects observed with Yuflyma may not have symptoms and can only be identified through a blood test. These include:
Very Common(may affect more than 1 person in 10)
Common(may affect up to 1 in 10 people)
Uncommon(may affect up to 1 in 100 people)
Rare(may affect up to 1 in 1000 people)
Reporting of Adverse Effects
If you experience any type of adverse effect, consult your doctor or pharmacist, even if it is a possible adverse effect that does not appear in this prospectus. You can also report them directly through the national reporting system included in Appendix V. By reporting adverse effects, you can contribute to providing more information on the safety of this medicine.
Keep this medicine out of sight and reach of children.
Do not use this medicine after the expiration date stated on the packaging after "EXP".
Store in a refrigerator (between 2 °C - 8 °C). Do not freeze.
Store the pre-filled syringe with needle protector in the outer packaging to protect it from light.
Alternative storage:
When necessary (e.g., when traveling), you can store a pre-filled syringe with needle protector of Yuflyma at room temperature (up to 25 °C) for a maximum period of 31 days (make sure to protect it from light). Once the syringe is removed from the refrigerator to store it at room temperature, you must use it within the next 31 days or discard it, even if you put it back in the refrigerator.
You must note the date you removed the syringe from the refrigerator and the date after which you must discard the syringe.
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your doctor how to dispose of medicines that are no longer needed. This will help protect the environment.
Yuflyma Composition
The active ingredient is adalimumab.
The other components are acetic acid, sodium acetate trihydrate, glycine, polysorbate 80, and water for injections.
Appearance of the Yuflyma Pre-filled Syringe with Needle Protector and Container Contents
Yuflyma 40 mg solution for injection in a pre-filled syringe with a needle protector is supplied as a sterile solution of 40 mg of adalimumab dissolved in 0.4 ml of solution.
The Yuflyma pre-filled syringe is a glass syringe containing an adalimumab solution. Each pre-filled syringe container comes with 2 alcohol pads (1 spare). Each container contains 2, 4, or 6 pre-filled syringes, and each pre-filled syringe comes with 1 alcohol pad.
The Yuflyma pre-filled syringe with a needle protector is a glass syringe with a needle protector containing an adalimumab solution. Each pre-filled syringe with a needle protector container comes with 2 alcohol pads (1 spare). Each container contains 2, 4, or 6 pre-filled syringes with needle protectors, and each pre-filled syringe with a needle protector comes with 1 alcohol pad.
Only some pack sizes may be marketed.
Yuflyma may be available in the form of a pre-filled syringe or pre-filled pen.
Marketing Authorisation Holder
Celltrion Healthcare Hungary Kft.
1062 Budapest
Váci út 1-3. WestEnd Office Building B torony
Hungary
Manufacturer
Millmount Healthcare Ltd.
Block 7
City North Business Campus
Stamullen, Co. Meath K32 YD60
Ireland
Nuvisan GmbH
Wegenerstraße 13,
89231 Neu Ulm,
Germany
Nuvisan France SARL
2400, Route des Colles,
06410, Biot,
France
You can request more information about this medicinal product by contacting the local representative of the marketing authorisation holder:
België/Belgique/Belgien Celltrion Healthcare Belgium BVBA Tél/Tel: + 32 1528 7418 | Lietuva Celltrion Healthcare Hungary Kft. Tel.: +36 1 231 0493 |
Celltrion Healthcare Hungary Kft. Teπ.: +36 1 231 0493 | Luxembourg/Luxemburg Celltrion Healthcare Belgium BVBA Tél/Tel: + 32 1528 7418 |
Ceská republika Celltrion Healthcare Hungary Kft. Tel: +36 1 231 0493 | Magyarország Celltrion Healthcare Hungary Kft. Tel.: +36 1 231 0493 |
Danmark Celltrion Healthcare Hungary Kft. Tlf: +36 1 231 0493 | Malta Mint Health Ltd. Tel: +356 2093 9800 |
Deutschland Celltrion Healthcare Hungary Kft. Tel: +36 1 231 0493 | Nederland Celltrion Healthcare Netherlands B.V. Tel: + 31 20 888 7300 |
Eesti Celltrion Healthcare Hungary Kft. Tel: +36 1 231 0493 | Norge Celltrion Healthcare Hungary Kft. Tlf: +36 1 231 0493 |
España Kern Pharma, S.L. Tel: +34 93 700 2525 | Österreich Astro-Pharma GmbH Tel: +43 1 97 99 860 |
Ελλáδα ΒΙΑΝΕΞ Α.Ε. Τηλ: +30 210 8009111 - 120 | Polska Celltrion Healthcare Hungary Kft. Tel.: +36 1 231 0493 |
France Celltrion Healthcare France SAS Tél.: +33 (0)1 71 25 27 00 | Portugal PharmaKERN Portugal - Produtos Farmacêuticos, Sociedade Unipessoal, Lda. Tel: +351 214 200 290 |
Hrvatska Oktal Pharma d.o.o. Tel: +385 1 6595 777 | România Celltrion Healthcare Hungary Kft. Tel: +36 1 231 0493 |
Ireland Celltrion Healthcare Ireland Limited Tel: +353 1 223 4026 | Slovenija OPH Oktal Pharma d.o.o. Tel.: +386 1 519 29 22 |
Ísland Celltrion Healthcare Hungary Kft. Sími: +36 1 231 0493 | Slovenská republika Celltrion Healthcare Hungary Kft. Tel: +36 1 231 0493 |
Italia Celltrion Healthcare Italy S.r.l. Tel: +39 0247927040 | Suomi/Finland Celltrion Healthcare Hungary Kft. Puh/Tel: +36 1 231 0493 |
Κúπρος C.A. Papaellinas Ltd Τηλ: +357 22741741 | Sverige Celltrion Healthcare Hungary Kft. Tel: +36 1 231 0493 |
Latvija Celltrion Healthcare Hungary Kft. Talr.: +36 1 231 0493 | United Kingdom (Nothern Ireland) Celltrion Healthcare Ireland Limited Tel: +353 1 223 4026 |
Date of Last Revision of this Leaflet:
Other Sources of Information
Detailed information on this medicinal product is available on the European Medicines Agency website: http://www.ema.europa.eu
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