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IMCIVREE 10 mg/ml INJECTABLE SOLUTION

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How to use IMCIVREE 10 mg/ml INJECTABLE SOLUTION

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Introduction

Package Leaflet: Information for the Patient

IMCIVREE 10 mg/ml solution for injection

setmelanotide

This medicinal product is subject to additional monitoring, which will allow for the quick identification of new safety information. You can help by reporting any side effects you may have. The last section of the leaflet contains information on how to report side effects.

Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start using this medicine, because it contains important information for you.

  • Keep this leaflet, you may need to read it again.
  • If you have any further questions, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.
  • This medicine has been prescribed for you only. Do not pass it on to others. It may harm them, even if their symptoms are the same as yours.
  • If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. See section 4.

Contents of the pack

  1. What is IMCIVREE and what is it used for
  2. What you need to know before you use IMCIVREE
  3. How to use IMCIVREE
  4. Possible side effects
  5. Storing IMCIVREE
  6. Contents of the pack and other information

1. What is IMCIVREE and what is it used for

IMCIVREE contains the active substance setmelanotide. It is used in adults and children from

2 years of age to treat obesity caused by certain genetic diseases that affect the way the brain controls the feeling of hunger.

The genetic diseases for which this medicine is used as a treatment are:

  • Bardet-Biedl syndrome (BBS)
  • obesity due to proopiomelanocortin (POMC) deficiency
  • obesity due to proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin type 1 (PCSK1) deficiency
  • obesity due to leptin receptor (LEPR) deficiency

People with these diseases lack certain natural substances that are involved in appetite control, or these substances do not work properly. This increases hunger levels and leads to obesity. This medicine helps to restore appetite control and reduce the symptoms of the disease.

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2. What you need to know before you use IMCIVREE

Do not use IMCIVREE

  • if you are allergic to setmelanotide or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).

Warnings and precautions

Talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse before you start using IMCIVREE.

Before you start treatment with this medicine, and while you are having treatment, your doctor should examine your skin to detect any marks or dark areas. While you are using this medicine, you may get more marks or dark spots on your skin. A review before you start treatment will help to identify any new marks that may appear once you have used this medicine.

It is very common (may affect more than 1 in 10 people) for male patients to experience spontaneous erections of the penis when using this medicine. If an erection lasts for more than 4 hours, see a doctor urgently. Prolonged erections (priapism) can reduce your ability to have erections in the future if not treated.

Children

Do not give this medicine to children under 2 years of age, as there is no information on the use of this medicine in children under this age.

Other medicines and IMCIVREE

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this medicine.

This medicine should not be used in women who are pregnant or trying to become pregnant, as it has not been studied in pregnant women. Weight loss during pregnancy may harm the baby.

Talk to your doctor before you start taking this medicine if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will explain the benefits and risks of taking IMCIVREE during this time.

Driving and using machines

This medicine is not likely to affect your ability to drive or use machines.

IMCIVREE contains benzyl alcohol

This medicine contains 10 mg of benzyl alcohol in each 1 ml, which is equivalent to 1 mg per mg of your dose.

Benzyl alcohol has been associated with serious side effects in young children (less than 3 years). There is a greater risk that benzyl alcohol will build up in your body (a condition called "metabolic acidosis") and cause "gasping syndrome". Children aged 2 years should be monitored by their doctor for signs of build-up (which can be seen as rapid heart rate, rapid breathing, or confusion).

Benzyl alcohol may cause allergic reactions.

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. This is because large amounts of benzyl alcohol can build up in your body and cause side effects (metabolic acidosis).

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have liver or kidney disease. This is because benzyl alcohol can build up in your body and cause side effects (metabolic acidosis).

IMCIVREE contains sodium

This medicine contains less than 1 mmol of sodium (23 mg) per dose, which is essentially

"sodium-free".

3. How to use IMCIVREE

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.

IMCIVREE is administered as a subcutaneous injection once a day at the beginning of the day. This medication is intended for long-term use.

Your doctor will advise you on the appropriate dose to be injected.

Proopiomelanocortin deficiency obesity, proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin type 1 deficiency obesity, and leptin receptor deficiency obesity.

In adults and children aged 12 years and older, the recommended doses are as follows:

Treatment week

Daily dose in mg

Volume to be injected

Weeks 1 – 2

1 mg once a day

0.1 ml once a day

Week 3 onwards

2 mg once a day

0.2 ml once a day

If the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable

2.5 mg once a day

0.25 ml once a day

If the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable

3 mg once a day

0.3 ml once a day

In children aged 6 to less than 12 years, the recommended doses are as follows:

Treatment week

Daily dose in mg

Volume to be injected

Weeks 1 – 2

0.5 mg once a day

0.05 ml once a day

Weeks 3 – 4

1 mg once a day

0.1 ml once a day

Week 5 onwards

2 mg once a day

0.2 ml once a day

If the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable

2.5 mg once a day

0.25 ml once a day

In children aged 2 to less than 6 years, the recommended doses are as follows:

Patient weight/treatment week

Daily dose

Volume to be injected

Less than 20 kg

Week 1 onwards

0.5 mg once a day

0.05 ml once a day

20 to less than 30 kg

Weeks 1-2

0.5 mg once a day

0.05 ml once a day

Week 3 onwards (if the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable)

1 mg once a day

0.1 ml once a day

30 to less than 40 kg

Weeks 1-2

0.5 mg once a day

0.05 ml once a day

Weeks 3-4 (if the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable)

1 mg once a day

0.1 ml once a day

Week 5 onwards (if the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable)

1.5 mg once a day

0.15 ml once a day

40 kg or more

Weeks 1-2

0.5 mg once a day

0.05 ml once a day

Weeks 3-4 (if the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable)

1 mg once a day

0.1 ml once a day

Weeks 5-6 (if the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable)

1.5 mg once a day

0.15 ml once a day

Weeks 7-8 (if the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable)

2 mg once a day

0.2 ml once a day

Week 9 onwards (if the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable)

2.5 mg once a day

0.25 ml once a day

After the initial dose, if the adverse effects of a subsequent dose are not acceptable, the dose will be reduced to the previous dose level. If the adverse effects of the reduced dose are acceptable, the dose will be increased.

In patients with mild or moderate renal disease, no change in the dosing regimen is needed.

For adults and children aged 12 to 17 yearswith severe renal impairment, the recommended doses are as follows:

Treatment week

Daily dose in mg

Volume to be injected

Weeks 1 – 2

0.5 mg once a day

0.05 ml once a day

Week 3 onwards (if the adverse effects are acceptable)

1 mg once a day

0.1 ml once a day

If the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable

2 mg once a day

0.2 ml once a day

If the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable

2.5 mg once a day

0.25 ml once a day

If the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable

3 mg once a day

0.3 ml once a day

If the adverse effects of the initial dose of 0.5 mg are not acceptable, it will be reduced to 0.25 mg (0.025 ml). If the adverse effects of the dose of 0.25 mg once a day are acceptable, the dose will be increased.

After the initial dose, if the adverse effects of a subsequent dose are not acceptable, the dose will be reduced to the previous dose level. If the adverse effects of the reduced dose are acceptable, the dose will be increased.

If the adverse effects of the dose of 3 mg are not acceptable, it will be reduced to 2.5 mg and this dose will be continued.

In children aged 6 to less than 12 yearswith severe renal impairment, the recommended doses are as follows:

Treatment week

Daily dose in mg

Volume to be injected

Weeks 1 – 2

0.25 mg once a day

0.025 ml once a day

Weeks 3 – 4 (if the adverse effects are acceptable)

0.5 mg once a day

0.05 ml once a day

Week 5 onwards (if the adverse effects are acceptable)

1 mg once a day

0.1 ml once a day

If the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable

2 mg once a day

0.2 ml once a day

If the adverse effects of the initial dose of 0.25 mg are not acceptable, treatment will be discontinued.

After the initial dose, if the adverse effects of a subsequent dose are not acceptable, the dose will be reduced to the previous dose level. If the adverse effects of the reduced dose are acceptable, the dose will be increased.

If the adverse effects of the dose of 2 mg are not acceptable, it will be reduced to 1 mg and this dose will be continued.

In children aged 2 to less than 6 yearswith severe renal impairment, the recommended doses are as follows:

Patient weight/treatment week

Daily dose

Volume to be injected

Less than 20 kg

Week 1 onwards

0.25 mg once a day

0.025 ml once a day

20 to less than 30 kg

Weeks 1-2

0.25 mg once a day

0.025 ml once a day

Week 3 onwards (if the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable)

0.5 mg once a day

0.05 ml once a day

30 to less than 40 kg

Weeks 1-2

0.25 mg once a day

0.025 ml once a day

Weeks 3-4 (if the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable)

0.5 mg once a day

0.05 ml once a day

Week 5 onwards (if the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable)

1 mg once a day

0.1 ml once a day

40 kg or more

Weeks 1-2

0.25 mg once a day

0.025 ml once a day

Weeks 3-4 (if the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable)

0.5 mg once a day

0.05 ml once a day

Weeks 5-6 (if the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable)

1 mg once a day

0.1 ml once a day

Week 7 onwards (if the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable)

1.5 mg once a day

0.15 ml once a day

If the adverse effects of the initial dose of 0.25 mg are not acceptable, treatment should be discontinued.

After the initial dose, if the adverse effects of a subsequent dose are not acceptable, the dose will be reduced to the previous dose level. If the adverse effects of the reduced dose are acceptable, the dose will be increased.

Bardet-Biedl syndrome

In adults and children aged 16 years and older, the recommended doses are as follows:

Treatment week

Daily dose in mg

Volume to be injected

Weeks 1 – 2

2 mg once a day

0.2 ml once a day

Week 3 onwards (if the adverse effects are acceptable)

3 mg once a day

0.3 ml once a day

If the adverse effects of the initial dose of 2 mg are not acceptable, it will be reduced to 1 mg (0.1 ml). If the adverse effects of the dose of 1 mg once a day are acceptable, the dose will be increased.

After the initial dose, if the adverse effects of a subsequent dose are not acceptable, the dose will be reduced to the previous dose level. If the adverse effects of the reduced dose are acceptable, the dose will be increased.

If the adverse effects of the dose of 3 mg are not acceptable, it will be reduced to 2 mg and this dose will be continued.

In children aged 6 to less than 16 years, the recommended doses are as follows:

Treatment week

Daily dose in mg

Volume to be injected

Week 1

1 mg once a day

0.1 ml once a day

Week 2 (if the adverse effects are acceptable)

2 mg once a day

0.2 ml once a day

Week 3 onwards (if the adverse effects are acceptable)

3 mg once a day

0.3 ml once a day

If the adverse effects of the initial dose of 1 mg are not acceptable, it will be reduced to 0.5 mg (0.05 ml). If the adverse effects of the dose of 0.5 mg are acceptable, the dose will be increased.

After the initial dose, if the adverse effects of a subsequent dose are not acceptable, the dose will be reduced to the previous dose level.

If the adverse effects of the reduced dose are acceptable, the dose will be increased.

If the adverse effects of the dose of 3 mg are not acceptable, it will be reduced to 2 mg and this dose will be continued.

In children aged 2 to less than 6 years, the recommended doses are as follows:

Patient weight/treatment week

Daily dose

Volume to be injected

Less than 20 kg

Week 1 onwards

0.5 mg once a day

0.05 ml once a day

20 to less than 30 kg

Weeks 1-2

0.5 mg once a day

0.05 ml once a day

Week 3 onwards (if the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable)

1 mg once a day

0.1 ml once a day

30 to less than 40 kg

Weeks 1-2

0.5 mg once a day

0.05 ml once a day

Weeks 3-4 (if the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable)

1 mg once a day

0.1 ml once a day

Week 5 onwards (if the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable)

1.5 mg once a day

0.15 ml once a day

40 kg or more

Weeks 1-2

0.5 mg once a day

0.05 ml once a day

Weeks 3-4 (if the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable)

1 mg once a day

0.1 ml once a day

Weeks 5-6 (if the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable)

1.5 mg once a day

0.15 ml once a day

Weeks 7-8 (if the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable)

2 mg once a day

0.2 ml once a day

Week 9 onwards (if the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable)

2.5 mg once a day

0.25 ml once a day

After the initial dose, if the adverse effects of a subsequent dose are not acceptable, the dose will be reduced to the previous dose level. If the adverse effects of the reduced dose are acceptable, the dose will be increased.

In patients with mild or moderate renal disease, no change in the dosing regimen is needed.

For adults and children aged 16 to 17 yearswith severe renal impairment, the recommended doses are as follows:

Treatment week

Daily dose in mg

Volume to be injected

Weeks 1 – 2

0.5 mg once a day

0.05 ml once a day

Week 3 onwards (if the adverse effects are acceptable)

1 mg once a day

0.1 ml once a day

If the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable

2 mg once a day

0.2 ml once a day

If the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable

2.5 mg once a day

0.25 ml once a day

If the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable

3 mg once a day

0.3 ml once a day

If the adverse effects of the initial dose of 0.5 mg are not acceptable, it will be reduced to 0.25 mg (0.025 ml). If the adverse effects of the dose of 0.25 mg once a day are acceptable, the dose will be increased.

After the initial dose, if the adverse effects of a subsequent dose are not acceptable, the dose will be reduced to the previous dose level. If the adverse effects of the reduced dose are acceptable, the dose will be increased.

If the adverse effects of the dose of 3 mg are not acceptable, it will be reduced to 2.5 mg and this dose will be continued.

In children aged 6 to less than 16 yearswith severe renal impairment, the recommended doses are as follows:

Treatment week

Daily dose in mg

Volume to be injected

Weeks 1 – 2

0.25 mg once a day

0.025 ml once a day

Weeks 3 – 4 (if the adverse effects are acceptable)

0.5 mg once a day

0.05 ml once a day

Week 5 onwards (if the adverse effects are acceptable)

1 mg once a day

0.1 ml once a day

If the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable

2 mg once a day

0.2 ml once a day

If the adverse effects of the initial dose of 0.25 mg are not acceptable, treatment will be discontinued.

After the initial dose, if the adverse effects of a subsequent dose are not acceptable, the dose will be reduced to the previous dose level.

If the adverse effects of the reduced dose are acceptable, the dose will be increased.

If the adverse effects of the dose of 2 mg are not acceptable, it will be reduced to 1 mg and this dose will be continued.

In children aged 2 to less than 6 yearswith severe renal impairment, the recommended doses are as follows:

Patient weight/treatment week

Daily dose

Volume to be injected

Less than 20 kg

Week 1 onwards

0.25 mg once a day

0.025 ml once a day

20 to less than 30 kg

Weeks 1-2

0.25 mg once a day

0.025 ml once a day

Week 3 onwards (if the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable)

0.5 mg once a day

0.05 ml once a day

30 to less than 40 kg

Weeks 1-2

0.25 mg once a day

0.025 ml once a day

Weeks 3-4 (if the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable)

0.5 mg once a day

0.05 ml once a day

Week 5 onwards (if the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable)

1 mg once a day

0.1 ml once a day

40 kg or more

Weeks 1-2

0.25 mg once a day

0.025 ml once a day

Weeks 3-4 (if the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable)

0.5 mg once a day

0.05 ml once a day

Weeks 5-6 (if the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable)

1 mg once a day

0.1 ml once a day

Week 7 onwards (if the dose is not sufficient and the adverse effects are acceptable)

1.5 mg once a day

0.15 ml once a day

If the adverse effects of the initial dose of 0.25 mg are not acceptable, treatment should be discontinued.

After the initial dose, if the adverse effects of a subsequent dose are not acceptable, the dose will be reduced to the previous dose level. If the adverse effects of the reduced dose are acceptable, the dose will be increased.

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4. Possible side effects

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

Very common(may affect more than 1 in 10 people)

  • Darkened skin patches or areas
  • Pain, bruising, or inflammation (redness or swelling) at the injection site
  • Fatigue
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Headache
  • Spontaneous penile erections
  • Increased penile erections
  • Skin neoplasms

Common(may affect up to 1 in 10 people)

  • Dryness, redness, or itching of the skin
  • Rash
  • Skin lesions
  • Hair loss
  • Feeling of weakness
  • Pain
  • Dry mouth
  • Indigestion
  • Diarrhea
  • Feeling of constipation
  • Stomach pain
  • Acidity
  • Feeling of dizziness
  • Female genital discomfort
  • Sleep disorders
  • Feeling of depression
  • Sexual arousal disorder
  • Increased sexual desire
  • Eosinophilia, a type of white blood cell
  • Back pain
  • Muscle cramps
  • Cough

Uncommon(may affect up to 1 in 100 people)

  • Redness of the skin
  • Lines or spots on the skin
  • Increased sweating
  • Abnormal distribution of fatty tissue
  • Pruritic rash
  • Scaly skin
  • Sensitivity to heat or cold
  • Chills
  • Feeling of cold
  • Feeling of heat
  • Alteration of gum color
  • Abdominal swelling
  • Increased salivation
  • Flatulence
  • Blood test with elevated liver enzyme levels
  • Somnolence
  • Migraine
  • Loss or change in sense of smell
  • Taste disorders
  • Female inability to achieve or maintain sexual arousal
  • Genital discomfort or sensitivity
  • Decreased sexual desire
  • Female genital disorder
  • Menstrual pain
  • Sleep disorder
  • Nightmares
  • Colored and flat patch on the skin
  • Joint pain
  • Runny nose
  • Pain in muscles or bones
  • Pain in arms or legs
  • Blood test with elevated muscle enzyme levels
  • Discoloration of the white part of the eyes
  • Hot flashes
  • Dizziness
  • Eating disorders
  • Feeling of thirst

Reporting side effects

If you experience any side effects, consult your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse, even if they are not listed in this leaflet. You can also report them directly through the national reporting system included in Appendix V. By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medication.

5. Storage of IMCIVREE

Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.

Do not use this medicine after the expiration date that appears on the box and on the vial. The expiration date is the last day of the month indicated.

IMCIVREE should be stored in the refrigerator (between 2 °C and 8 °C) until the expiration date indicated on the box. Alternatively, IMCIVREE can be stored at room temperature, provided it does not exceed 30 °C, for a maximum of 30 days or until the expiration date, whichever comes first. Keep all vials (including opened ones) in the original box to protect them from light. After using a vial for the first time, discard it after 28 days.

Do not freeze this medication.

If IMCIVREE is exposed to temperatures above 30 °C, do not use it and discard it according to local guidelines. Do not use this medication if you observe floating particles or if it is cloudy.

Always use a new syringe for each injection.

Medicines should not be disposed of through wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of the packaging and any unused medication. This will help protect the environment.

6. Container Contents and Additional Information

Composition of IMCIVREE

  • The active ingredient is setmelanotida. Each multidose vial contains 10 mg of setmelanotida in 1 ml of solution.

The other components are:

  • benzyl alcohol (see section 2, "What you need to know before you start using IMCIVREE")
  • sodium salt of N-(carbonyl-methoxypolyethylene glycol 2000)-1,2-distearoyl-glycero-3-phosphoethanolamine (mPEG-2000-DSPE)
  • sodium carmellose (see section 2, "What you need to know before you start using IMCIVREE")
  • mannitol
  • phenol
  • disodium edetate (see section 2, "What you need to know before you start using IMCIVREE")
  • water for injectable preparations
  • hydrochloric acid (for pH adjustment)
  • sodium hydroxide (for pH adjustment)

Appearance of the Product and Container Contents

IMCIVREE is a clear to slightly colored solution.

This medicinal product is presented in transparent glass vials with a stopper and a cap, containing 1 ml of injectable solution.

IMCIVREE is available in packs containing 1 or 10 multidose vials.

Only some pack sizes may be marketed.

Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals Netherlands B.V.

Radarweg 29,

1043NX Amsterdam,

Netherlands

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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Oncology 13 years exp.

Dr. Sviatoslav Chekhun is a medical oncologist with international clinical and research experience, specializing in modern medical oncology and a personalized approach to cancer treatment.

Currently (since 2025), he works as a Medical Oncologist at Institut Català d’Oncologia (Girona, Spain). Previously, he completed his residency in Medical Oncology and was involved in clinical research at Hospital Universitari Germans Trias i Pujol.

Dr. Chekhun has a strong academic and scientific background. He served as a lecturer in Internal Medicine at O.O. Bohomolets National Medical University and conducted research in experimental oncology at the R.E. Kavetsky Institute of Experimental Pathology, Oncology and Radiobiology.

Earlier in his career, he worked as a medical oncologist at the Kyiv City Clinical Oncological Center and contributed to regulatory evaluation of medicinal products at the State Expert Center of the Ministry of Health of Ukraine.

When to consult Dr. Chekhun:

  •  for diagnosis or clarification of a cancer diagnosis
  •  to obtain a second opinion on an existing treatment plan 
  •  when you need a personalized treatment strategy 
  •  for interpretation of test results, CT, MRI, PET-CT, and biopsies 
  •  when choosing between treatment options (chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy) 
  •  in case of doubts about treatment strategy or disease progression 

Consultation format

Dr. Chekhun provides online consultations, where you can receive:

  •  expert second opinion 
  •  detailed case review 
  •  recommendations based on current international treatment guidelines 
  •  personalized treatment and follow-up plan 

Important:
Prescription and monitoring of medications must be carried out by your treating physician in an in-person (offline) setting. An online consultation does not replace a face-to-face visit but helps you make more informed decisions about your treatment.

Dr. Sviatoslav Chekhun combines clinical practice, research, and international experience, enabling him to provide patients with modern, evidence-based approaches in oncology.

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Anna Biriukova

General medicine 6 years exp.

Dr Anna Biriukova is an internal medicine doctor with clinical experience in cardiology, endocrinology, and gastroenterology. She provides online consultations for adults, offering expert medical support for heart health, hormonal balance, digestive issues, and general internal medicine.

Cardiology – Diagnosis and treatment of:

  • High blood pressure, blood pressure fluctuations, and cardiovascular risk prevention.
  • Chest pain, shortness of breath, arrhythmias (tachycardia, bradycardia, palpitations).
  • Leg swelling, chronic fatigue, reduced exercise tolerance.
  • EKG interpretation, lipid profile evaluation, cardiovascular risk assessment (heart attack, stroke).
  • Post-COVID-19 cardiac monitoring and care.
Endocrinology – Diabetes, thyroid, metabolism:
  • Diagnosis and management of type 1 and type 2 diabetes, and prediabetes.
  • Individual treatment plans including oral medications and insulin therapy.
  • GLP-1 therapy– modern pharmacological treatment for weight management and diabetes control, including drug selection, monitoring, and safety follow-up.
  • Thyroid disorders – hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, autoimmune thyroid diseases (Hashimoto’s, Graves’ disease).
  • Metabolic syndrome – obesity, lipid disorders, insulin resistance.
Gastroenterology – Digestive health:
  • Abdominal pain, nausea, heartburn, gastroesophageal reflux (GERD).
  • Stomach and intestinal conditions: gastritis, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), indigestion.
  • Management of chronic digestive disorders and interpretation of tests (endoscopy, ultrasound, labs).
General internal medicine and preventive care:
  • Respiratory infections – cough, colds, bronchitis.
  • Lab test analysis, therapy adjustments, medication management.
  • Adult vaccinations – planning, contraindications assessment.
  • Cancer prevention – screening strategies and risk assessment.
  • Holistic approach – symptom relief, complication prevention, and quality of life improvement.
Dr Biriukova combines internal medicine with specialist insight, offering clear explanations, personalised treatment plans, and comprehensive care tailored to each patient.
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Antonio Cayatte

General medicine 44 years exp.

Dr Antonio Cayatte is a physician in General and Acute Medicine with over 30 years of experience across clinical care, medical research, and education. He offers online consultations for adults with a wide range of symptoms, both acute and chronic. His clinical background includes: 

  • assessment of sudden or unclear symptoms
  • ongoing care for chronic conditions
  • follow-up after hospital discharge
  • interpretation of test results
  • medical support while abroad

Dr Cayatte earned his degree from the University of Lisbon and taught internal medicine at Boston University School of Medicine. He holds active medical registrations in both Portugal and the UK and is a Fellow of the American Heart Association. Consultations are available in English and Portuguese. Patients value his clarity, professionalism, and balanced approach to evidence-based care.

Dr. Antonio Cayatte provides comprehensive care for a broad spectrum of common health concerns, including:

  • Respiratory & ENT: acute bronchitis, concerns related to pneumonia, sinusitis, tonsillitis, ear infections, sore throat conditions, and allergic rhinitis
  • Eye Health: allergic and infectious conjunctivitis, as well as red or irritated eyes
  • Digestive & Urinary: gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), gastritis, urinary tract infections, and cystitis
  • Chronic Conditions: hypertension, elevated cholesterol, and structured weight management planning
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Alexander Nazarchuk

Allergology 7 years exp.

Dr. Alexander Nazarchuk is a physician specialising in allergology and internal medicine. He provides online consultations for adults, following the principles of evidence-based medicine — no outdated treatments or unnecessary tests, with clear explanations and a personalised approach. He helps patients with a wide range of allergic and therapeutic conditions, from common day-to-day complaints to complex cases involving allergies, gastrointestinal issues, cardiovascular concerns, respiratory symptoms, and more.

You can consult Dr. Nazarchuk for:

  • Test interpretation and guidance on diagnostic plans.
  • Allergic rhinitis, hay fever, bronchial asthma (including severe cases).
  • Food and drug allergies, skin rashes, angioedema.
  • Atopic dermatitis, urticaria, contact allergies.
  • Allergen-specific immunotherapy (AIT) – initiation and ongoing management.
  • Abdominal pain, bloating, changes in bowel habits, nausea, heartburn.
  • High blood pressure and adjustment of baseline antihypertensive therapy.
  • Hyperlipidaemia and elevated cholesterol.
  • Cough, nasal congestion, fever, sore throat.
  • Anaemia, including iron deficiency and related conditions.
  • Other issues related to allergology and internal medicine.

During consultations, Dr. Nazarchuk takes a thorough, structured approach — analysing symptoms, identifying potential causes, and helping patients make informed decisions. Whether treatment, further investigation, or monitoring is needed, he explains each step clearly so you understand your health and how best to manage it.

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