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VEYVONDI 650 IU powder and solvent for solution for injection

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If you were prescribed this medicine, other products containing Vonicog alfa may still be available. Do not stop your treatment — ask your pharmacist or GP what to use instead.

Active substance: Vonicog alfa
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What it is and what it is used for

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VEYVONDI contains the active substance vonicog alfa, which is a recombinant human von Willebrand factor (rVWF). It behaves in the same way as natural human von Willebrand factor (VWF) in the body. VWF is the carrier molecule for coagulation factor VIII and is involved in blood clotting making platelets stick to wounds and so helps to form a blood clot. Lack of VWF increases the tendency to bleed. VEYVONDI is used to prevent and treat bleeding episodes, including bleeding during surgery in adult patients (aged 18 years and older) with von Willebrand disease. It is used when treatment with another medicine, desmopressin, is not effective or cannot be given. VEYVONDI is used to treat bleeding episodes in children aged less than 18 years with von Willebrand disease. It is used when treatment with another medicine, desmopressin, is not effective or cannot be given. Von Willebrand disease is an inherited bleeding disorder caused by the lack or an insufficient amount of von Willebrand factor. In patients with the disease the blood does not clot normally leading to a prolonged bleeding time. Administration of von Willebrand factor (VWF) allows for correction of von Willebrand factor deficiency. 2.

What you need to know before you take it

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Do not use VEYVONDI if you are allergic to vonicog alfa or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6) if you are allergic to mouse or hamster proteins If you are unsure about this, ask your doctor. 1

Warnings and precautions Talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse before using VEYVONDI. There is a risk that you may experience a hypersensitivity reaction (a severe, sudden allergic reaction) to VEYVONDI. Your doctor should inform you about early signs of severe allergic reactions such as increased heart rate, rash, hives, wheals, generalised itching, swelling of lips and tongue, difficulty in breathing, wheezing, tightness in the chest, fast heartbeat, stuffy nose, red eyes,general feeling of being unwell, and dizziness. These could be early symptoms of a hypersensitivity reaction. If any of these symptoms occur, stop the infusion immediately and contact your doctor. Severe symptoms, including difficulty in breathing and dizziness, require prompt emergency treatment. Patients developing inhibitors Inhibitors (antibodies) against the VWF may occur in some patients receiving the medicine.These inhibitors, especially at high levels, could cause the treatment to stop working properly. You will be monitored carefully for the possibility of having developed these inhibitors. If your bleeding is not controlled with VEYVONDI, tell your doctor immediately. If your plasma VWF or factor VIII fail to reach the expected levels with VEYVONDI based on the test results followed by your doctor, or if bleeding is not adequately controlled, it could be due to the presence of VWF or factor VIII antibodies. This will be checked by your doctor. You might need a higher dose of VEYVONDI, or a higher dose of factor VIII, or even a different medicine to control bleedings. Do not increase the total dose of VEYVONDI to control your bleeding without consulting your doctor. If you have previously been treated with plasma-derived VWF concentrates you may have reduced response to VEYVONDI due to pre-existing antibodies. Your doctor may adjust the dose according to your laboratory results. Thrombolism and embolism There is a risk of occurrence of thrombotic events if you have known clinical or laboratory risk factors. Therefore your doctor will monitor you for early signs of thrombosis. FVIII products may contain varying amounts of VWF. Therefore, any FVIII product that would be administered in combination with VEYVONDI should be a pure FVIII product. If you previously had problems with blood clots or vessel occlusion (thromboembolic complications), tell your doctor immediately. Children and adolescents VEYVONDI is approved for use in children or adolescents below 18 years to treat bleeding episodes; it is not approved for use in children below 18 years to prevent bleeding episodes, and to prevent and treat bleeding during surgery. Other medicines and VEYVONDI Tell your doctor, pharmacist or nurse if you are using, have recently used or might use any other medicines. Pregnancy and breast-feeding If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor, pharmacist or nurse for advice before taking this medicine. Driving and using machines VEYVONDI is not likely to affect your ability to drive and use machines. VEYVONDI contains sodium 2

This medicine contains 5.2 mg sodium (main component of cooking/table salt) in each 650 IU vial or 10.4 mg sodium in each 1 300 IU vial. This is equivalent to 2.2% of the recommended maximum daily dietary intake of sodium for an adult, assuming 70 kg body weight and 80 IU/kg body weight. This should be taken into consideration if you are on a controlled sodium diet. VEYVONDI contains polysorbate 80 This medicine contains 0.5 mg of polysorbate 80 in each 650 IU vial or 1.0 mg of polysorbate 80 in each 1 300 IU vial, which is equivalent to 0.1 mg/mL. Polysorbates may cause allergic reactions. Tell your doctor if you (or your child) have any known allergies. 3.

How to use VEYVONDI

Your treatment with VEYVONDI will be supervised by a doctor who is experienced in the care of patients with von Willebrand disease. Your doctor will calculate your dose of VEYVONDI (in international units or IU). The dose depends on: body weight, the site of the bleeding, intensity of the bleeding, your clinical condition, the required surgery, the VWF activity levels in your blood after surgery, the severity of your disease. Your doctor may test your blood to make sure that you have adequate levels of von Willebrand factor. This is particularly important if you are having major surgery. Treatment of bleeding episodes Your doctor will calculate the dose that is most appropriate for you or your child, how often you or your child should receive VEYVONDI and for how long. For minor bleeding (e.g. nose-bleed, oral bleeding, menorrhagia), each initial dose is usually 40 to 50 IU/kg and for major bleeding (severe or refractory nose-bleed, menorrhagia, gastrointestinal bleeding, central nervous system trauma, haemarthrosis, or traumatic haemorrhage), each initial dose is 50 to 80 IU/kg. Subsequent doses (as clinically required) are 40 to 50 IU/kg every 8 to 24 hours for minor bleeds as long as deemed clinically necessary and for major bleeds 40 to 60 IU/kg for approximately 2-3 days. If you feel that VEYVONDI is not working well enough, talk to your doctor. Your doctor will perform tests to make sure that you have adequate levels of von Willebrand factor. If you use VEYVONDI at home, your doctor will make sure that you are shown how to infuse it and how much to use. Prevention of bleeding in case of elective surgery For prevention of excessive bleeding your doctor will assess the FVIII:C levels within 3 hours before surgery. If your FVIII level is inadequate your doctor may give you a dose of 40-60 IU/kg VEYVONDI 12-24 hours (pre-operative dose) prior to initiating elective surgery in order to raise FVIII levels to the target level (0.4 IU/mL for minor and at least 0.8 IU/mL for major surgery). Within 1 hour prior to surgery, you will receive a dose of VEYVONDI based on the assessment 3 hours before surgery. The dose depends on VWF and FVIII levels of the patient, the type and severity of the expected bleeding. 3

Prophylaxis treatment The usual starting dose for long term prophylaxis against bleeding episodes is 40 to 60 IU/kg twice weekly. The dose can be adjusted to a maximum of 80 IU/kg one to three times per week, depending on your condition and how well VEYVONDI is working for you. Your doctor will calculate the dose that is most appropriate for you, how often you should receive VEYVONDI and for how long.

How to take it

VEYVONDI is usually infused into a vein (intravenously) by your doctor or nurse. Detailed instructions for reconstitution and administration are given at the end of this package leaflet. Use in children and adolescents VEYVONDI is approved for use in children and adolescents below 18 years to treat bleeding episodes; it is not approved for use in children below 18 years to prevent bleeding episodes, and to prevent and treat bleeding during surgery. If you use more VEYVONDI than you should Always use this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you. Check with your doctor if you are not sure. If you infuse more VEYVONDI than recommended, tell your doctor as soon as possible. There may be a risk of developing blood clots (thrombosis) in case of an accidental high dose. If you forget to use VEYVONDI Do not infuse a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose. Proceed with the next infusion as scheduled and continue as advised by your doctor. If you stop using VEYVONDI Do not stop using VEYVONDI without consulting your doctor. If you have any further questions on the use of this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist. 4.

Possible side effects

Like all medicines, this medicine may cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. You can have a serious allergic reaction to VEYVONDI. You must stop the infusion and contact your doctor immediately if you or your child have any of the following early symptoms of severe allergic reactions: rash or hives, itching all over the body, tightness of the throat, chest pain or chest tightness, difficulty breathing, light headedness, fast heartbeat, dizziness, nausea or fainting. The following side effects have been reported with VEYVONDI: Very common (may affect more than 1 in 10 people)

  • headache Common (may affect up to 1 in 10 people)
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • dizziness
  • vertigo
  • itching
  • high blood pressure 4

Uncommon (may affect up to 1 in 100 people) tingling or burning at infusion site chest discomfort blood clots hot flushes muscle twitching unusual taste increased heart rate Reporting of side effects If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine. 5.

How to store it

VEYVONDI

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Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children. Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton and the vial label after EXP. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month. Store below 30 °C. Do not freeze. Store in the original package in order to protect from light. Do not refrigerate the solution after preparation. Use the reconstituted product within 3 hours to avoid the risk of microbial contamination, because the product does not contain preservatives. This medicine is for single use only. Discard any unused solution appropriately. Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to throw away medicines you no longer use. These measures will help protect the environment.

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Contents of the pack and other information

What VEYVONDI contains The active substance is vonicog alfa (recombinant human von Willebrand factor). VEYVONDI 650 IU powder and solvent for solution for injection Each vial of powder contains nominally 650 International Units (IU) vonicog alfa. After reconstitution with the 5 mL solvent provided, VEYVONDI contains approximately 130 IU/mL vonicog alfa. VEYVONDI 1 300 IU powder and solvent for solution for injection Each vial of powder contains nominally 1 300 International Units (IU) vonicog alfa. After reconstitution with the 10 mL solvent provided, VEYVONDI contains approximately 130 IU/mL vonicog alfa. The other ingredients are:

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Sodium citrate (E 331), glycine (E 640), trehalose dihydrate, mannitol (E 421), polysorbate 80 (E 5

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433) and water for injections. See section 2 "VEYVONDI contains sodium" and "VEYVONDI contains polysorbate 80".

What VEYVONDI looks like and contents of the pack VEYVONDI is a white to off-white powder. After reconstitution, when drawn into the syringe, the solution is clear, colourless in appearance and free from flakes or other foreign particles. Each pack of VEYVONDI 650 IU contains: powder in a glass vial with a rubber stopper 5 mL of solvent in a glass vial with a rubber stopper one reconstitution device (Mix2Vial) Each pack of VEYVONDI 1 300 IU contains: powder in a glass vial with a rubber stopper 10 mL of solvent in a glass vial with a rubber stopper one reconstitution device (Mix2Vial) Marketing Authorisation Holder Baxalta Innovations GmbH Industriestrasse 67 1221 Vienna Austria Tel: +44 (0)3333 000181 [email protected] Manufacturer Takeda Manufacturing Austria AG Industriestrasse 67 1221 Vienna Austria This leaflet was last revised in December 2025.

———————————————————————————————————————–Instructions for preparation and administration General instructions Check the expiry date, and ensure that the VEYVONDI powder and water for injections (solvent) are at room temperature prior to preparation. Do not use after the expiry date stated on the labels and carton. Use antiseptic technique (clean and low-germ conditions) and a flat work surface during the reconstitution procedure. Wash your hands and put on clean exam gloves (the use of gloves is optional). Use the reconstituted product (after mixing the powder with the supplied water) as soon as possible and within three hours. You can store the reconstituted product at room temperature not to exceed 25 °C for up to three hours. Reconstituted product should not be refrigerated. Discard after three hours. Ensure that the VEYVONDI powder vial and the water for injections (solvent) are at room temperature prior to preparation. 6

Use plastic syringes with this product because proteins in the product tend to stick to the surface of glass syringes. Do not mix VEYVONDI with other medicinal products except for octocog alfa (ADVATE). Instructions for reconstitution

Steps

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Remove the caps from the VEYVONDI powder and solvent vials to expose the centre of the rubber stoppers.

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Disinfect each stopper with a separate sterile alcohol swab (or other suitable sterile solution suggested by your doctor or haemophilia treatment centre) by wiping the stopper for several seconds. Allow the rubber stoppers to dry. Place the vials on a flat surface.

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Open the Mix2Vial device package by completely peeling away the lid, without touching the inside of the package. Do not remove the Mix2Vial device from the package. Turn the package with the Mix2Vial device upside down and place it over the top of the solvent vial. Firmly insert the blue plastic spike of the device into the centre of the solvent vial stopper by pushing straight down. Grip the package at its edge and lift it off the Mix2Vial device. Be careful not to touch the clear plastic spike. The solvent vial now has the Mix2Vial device connected to it and is ready to be connected to the VEYVONDI vial. To connect the solvent vial to the VEYVONDI vial, turn the solvent vial over and place it on top of the vial containing VEYVONDI powder. Fully insert the clear plastic spike into the VEYVONDI vial stopper by firmly pushing straight down. This should be done right away to keep the liquid free of germs. The solvent will flow into the VEYVONDI vial by vacuum. Check that all the solvent has transferred. Do not use if vacuum has been lost and the solvent does not flow into the VEYVONDI vial.

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Gently and continuously swirl the connected vials or allow the reconstituted product to stand for 5 minutes then gently swirl to ensure the powder is completely dissolved. Do not shake. Shaking will adversely affect the product. Do not refrigerate after reconstitution.

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Disconnect the two sides of the Mix2Vial from each other by holding the clear plastic side of the Mix2Vial device attached to the VEYVONDI vial with one hand and the blue plastic side of the Mix2Vial device attached to the solvent vial with the other hand. Turn the blue plastic side counterclockwise and gently pull the two vials apart. Do not touch the end of the plastic connector attached to the VEYVONDI vial containing the dissolved product. Place the VEYVONDI vial on a flat work surface. Discard the empty solvent vial. Draw air into the empty, sterile disposable plastic syringe by pulling back on the plunger. The amount of air should equal the amount of reconstituted VEYVONDI that you will withdraw from the vial.

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Leaving the VEYVONDI vial (containing the reconstituted product) on your flat work surface, connect the syringe to the clear plastic connector and turn the syringe clockwise.

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Hold the vial with one hand and use the other hand to push all the air from the syringe into the vial

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Flip connected syringe and VEYVONDI vial so the vial is on top. Be sure to keep the syringe plunger pressed in. Draw the VEYVONDI into the syringe by pulling plunger back slowly.

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Do not push and pull solution back and forth between syringe and vial. Doing so may harm the medicine. When ready to infuse, disconnect the syringe by turning it counterclockwise. Inspect the syringe visually for particulate matter; the solution should be clear and colourless. If flakes or particles are seen, do not use the solution and notify your doctor.

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If you need more than one vial of VEYVONDI to make up your dose:

  • Leave the syringe attached to the vial until an additional vial is prepared.
  • Use the reconstitution steps above (2 to 8) to prepare the additional vial of VEYVONDI using a fresh Mix2Vial for each vial. The contents of two vials may be drawn into a single syringe. NOTE: When pushing air into a second vial of VEYVONDI to be pooled into a syringe, position the vial and connected syringe so that the vial is on top.

Instructions for administration Inspect the prepared solution in the syringe for particulate matter and discolouration prior to administration (the solution should be clear, colourless and free from particles). It is not uncommon for a few flakes or particles to remain in the product vial after reconstitution. The filter included in the Mix2Vial device removes those particles completely. Filtration does not influence dose calculations. The solution in the syringe should not be used if it is cloudy or contains flakes or particles after filtration. 1. Attach the infusion needle to a syringe containing VEYVONDI solution. For comfort, a winged (butterfly) infusion set is preferred. Point the needle up and remove any air bubbles by gently tapping the syringe with your finger and slowly and carefully pushing air out of the syringe and needle. 2. Apply a tourniquet and get the infusion site ready by wiping the skin well with a sterile alcohol swab (or other suitable sterile solution suggested by your doctor or haemophilia treatment centre). 3. Insert the needle into the vein and remove the tourniquet. Slowly infuse VEYVONDI. Do not infuse any faster than 4 mL per minute. Disconnect the empty syringe. If your dose requires multiple syringes, attach and administer each additional syringe of VEYVONDI one at a time. Note: Do not remove butterfly needle until all syringes have been infused and do not touch the Luer port that connects to the syringe. If recombinant factor VIII has been prescribed, administer recombinant factor VIII within 10 minutes after infusion of VEYVONDI has been completed. 4. Take the needle out of the vein and use sterile gauze to put pressure on the infusion site for several minutes. In case large volumes of VEYVONDI are required, it is possible to pool two vials of VEYVONDI together. The contents of each reconstituted product of VEYVONDI can be drawn in a single syringe. However, in these cases the initially reconstituted solution of VEYVONDI should not be diluted any further. The solution should be slowly administered intravenously not exceeding 4 mL/min. Do not recap the needle. Place the needle, syringe, and empty VEYVONDI and solvent vial(s) in a hard-walled sharps container for proper disposal. Do not dispose of these supplies in ordinary household trash. Any unused medicinal product or waste material should be disposed of in accordance with local requirements. ———————————————————————————————————————–9

The following information is intended for healthcare professionals only: Treatment of bleeding episodes (on-demand treatment) in adults and children Dose and frequency must be individualized based on clinical judgment, taking into account of severity of bleeding episode, site of bleeding, patient's medical history, monitoring of appropriate clinical and laboratory measures (both VWF:RCo and FVIII:C levels). Start of treatment The first dose of VEYVONDI should be 40 to 80 IU/kg body weight. Replacement levels of VWF:RCo > 0.6 IU/mL (60%) and FVIII:C > 0.4 IU/mL (40%) should be achieved. Dosing guidelines for treatment of minor and major haemorrhages are provided in Table 1. VEYVONDI should be administered with recombinant factor VIII if the FVIII:C levels are <40%, or are unknown, to control bleeding. The rFVIII dose should be calculated according to the difference between the patient's baseline plasma FVIII:C level, and the desired peak FVIII:C level to achieve an appropriate plasma FVIII:C level based on the approximate mean recovery of 0.02 (IU/mL)/(IU/kg). The complete dose of VEYVONDI should be administered followed by rFVIII within 10 minutes. Calculating dose VEYVONDI dose [IU] = dose [IU/kg] x body weight [kg] Subsequent infusions A subsequent dose of 40 IU to 60 IU/kg of VEYVONDI should be infused every 8 to 24 hours as per the dosing ranges in Table 1, or as long as clinically appropriate. In major bleeding episodes, maintain trough levels of VWF:RCo greater than 50% for as long as deemed necessary. Table 1. Dosing recommendations for the treatment of minor and major haemorrhages Haemorrhage Minor (e.g. epistaxis, oral bleeding, menorrhagia) Majorb (e.g. severe or refractory epistaxis, menorrhagia, gastrointestinal bleeding, central nervous system trauma, haemarthrosis, or traumatic haemorrhage)

Initial dosea (IU VWF:RCo/kg body weight)

Subsequent dose

40 to 50 IU/kg

40 to 50 IU/kg every 8 to 24 hours (or as long as deemed clinically necessary)

50 to 80 IU/kg

40 to 60 IU/kg every 8 to 24 hours for approximately 23 days (or as long as deemed clinically necessary)

If rFVIII is administered, see rFVIII package insert for reconstitution and administration instructions. A bleed could be considered major if red blood cell transfusion is either required or potentially indicated or if bleeding occurs in a critical anatomical site (e.g., intracranial or gastrointestinal haemorrhage). a

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Prevention of bleeding/haemorrhage and treatment in case of elective surgery in adults Assess FVIII:C levels prior to initiation of any surgical procedure. The recommended minimum target levels are 0.4 IU/mL for minor and oral surgery and 0.8 IU/mL for major surgery. 10

To ensure pre-operative endogenous FVIII levels of at least 0.4 IU/mL for minor and oral and 0.8 IU/mL for major surgery, a dose of 40-60 IU/kg VEYVONDI may be administered 12-24 hours (pre-operative dose) prior to initiating elective surgery. Within 1 hour prior to surgery, patients should receive a dose of VEYVONDI based on the assessment 3 hours before surgery. The dose depends on VWF and FVIII levels of the patient, the type and severity of the bleeding. If the FVIII:C levels are at the recommended target, a dose of VEYVONDI alone should be administered within 1 hour prior to the procedure. If the FVIII:C levels are not at the recommended target levels, rFVIII should be administered in addition to vonicog alfa to raise VWF:RCo and FVIII:C. Please refer to Table 2 for FVIII:C recommended target levels. Table 2. Recommended target peak plasma levels of VWF:RCo and FVIII:C to be achieved prior to surgery for the prevention of excessive bleeding during and after surgery VWF:RCo FVIII:C target Calculation of rVWF dose (to be Type of target peak peak plasma administered within 1 hour prior to surgery plasma level levela surgery) (IU VWF:RCo required) Minor 0.5 – 0.6 IU/mL 0.4 – 0.5 IU/mL ∆b VWF:RCo x BW (kg) /IRc Major 1 IU/mL 0.80 – 1 IU/mL ∆b VWF:RCo x BW (kg) /IRc Additional rFVIII may be required to attain the recommended FVIII:C target peak plasma levels. Dosing guidance should be done based on the IR. b ∆ = Target peak plasma VWF:RCo – baseline plasma VWF:RCo c IR = Incremental Recovery as measured in the subject. If the IR is not available, assume an IR of 0.02 IU/mL per IU/kg. a

During and after surgery After the initiation of the surgical procedure, the VWF:RCo and FVIII:C plasma levels should be monitored and the intra- and post-operative substitution regimen should be individualized according to the pharmacokinetics (PK) results, intensity and duration of the haemostatic challenge, and the institution's standard of care. In general, the frequency of VEYVONDI dosing for post-operative substitution should range from twice a day to every 48 hours. Refer to Table 3 for treatment recommendations for subsequent maintenance doses. Table 3. Recommended target trough plasma levels of VWF: RCo and FVIII:C and minimum duration of treatment for subsequent maintenance doses for the prevention of excessive bleeding after surgery FVIII:C VWF: RCo target trough plasma target trough plasma level Minimum level Frequency of duration Type of After After dosing of surgery Up to 72 Up to 72 72 hours 72 hours treatment hours post hours post post post surgery surgery surgery surgery > Every 12-24 hrs Minor ≥ 0.30 IU/mL 48 hours 0.40 IU/mL / every other day > > > Every 12-24 hrs Major > 0.50 IU/mL 72 hours 0.30 IU/mL 0.50 IU/mL 0.40 IU/mL / every other day Prophylactic treatment in adults For initiation of long-term prophylaxis against bleeds in patients with VWD doses of 40 to 60 IU/kg of VEYVONDI administered twice weekly should be considered. Depending on the patient's condition 11

and clinical response, including breakthrough bleeds, higher doses (not exceeding 80 IU/kg) and/or an increased dose frequency (up to three times per week) may be required. Paediatric population The safety and efficacy of VEYVONDI in children aged less than 18 years have been established for the treatment of haemorrhage. Dosing is based on the same guidelines as for adults and should be adjusted to the clinical condition of the patient, as well as their VWF:RCo and FVIII:C plasma levels. In younger patients, shorter dose intervals or higher doses may be necessary. The safety and efficacy of VEYVONDI for prophylactic treatment or the prevention or treatment of surgical bleeding have not yet been established in children aged less than 18 years. Name and batch number of the medicinal product It is strongly recommended that every time that VEYVONDI is administered to a patient, the name and batch number of the product are recorded in order to maintain a link between the patient and the batch of the product.

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Frequently asked questions about VEYVONDI 650 IU powder and solvent for solution for injection

How do I take VEYVONDI 650 IU powder and solvent for solution for injection?

VEYVONDI 650 IU powder and solvent for solution for injection comes as injection containing 650iu. Always follow the dose your doctor or pharmacist has given you, and read the leaflet that comes with the medicine.

What is the active substance in VEYVONDI 650 IU powder and solvent for solution for injection?

The active substance in VEYVONDI 650 IU powder and solvent for solution for injection is vonicog alfa.

Where does this information come from?

This leaflet reproduces the patient information leaflet approved for VEYVONDI 650 IU powder and solvent for solution for injection, as published on the electronic medicines compendium (emc). The version printed inside your medicine’s packaging is the one that applies to you.

Can I get VEYVONDI 650 IU powder and solvent for solution for injection without a prescription?

Whether a medicine is available over the counter or on prescription only depends on its licence. Check the leaflet, or ask your pharmacist — they can tell you straight away.

About this leaflet

The text above reproduces the patient information leaflet approved for this medicine, restructured for easier reading.

Medical disclaimer: This page is for information only and does not replace advice from your doctor or pharmacist. Always read the leaflet supplied with your medicine. If you are unwell, call NHS 111; in an emergency, call 999.

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4.1. Therapeutic indications

Prevention and treatment of haemorrhage or surgical bleeding in adults (aged 18 years and older) with von Willebrand disease (VWD), when desmopressin (DDAVP) treatment alone is ineffective or contraindicated.

Treatment of haemorrhage in children (aged less than 18 years) with von Willebrand disease (VWD), when desmopressin (DDAVP) treatment alone is ineffective or contraindicated.

VEYVONDI should not be used in the treatment of haemophilia A.

4.2. Posology and method of administration

Treatment of von Willebrand disease (VWD) should be supervised by a physician experienced in the treatment of haemostatic disorders.

Posology

Dose and frequency of administration must be individualized according to clinical judgement and based on the patient´s weight, type and severity of the bleeding episodes/surgical intervention and based on monitoring of appropriate clinical and laboratory measures. Dose based on bodyweight may require adjustment in underweight or overweight patients.

Generally, 1 IU/kg (VWF:RCo/VEYVONDI/vonicog alfa) raises the plasma VWF:RCo by 0.02 IU/mL (2%).

Haemostasis cannot be ensured until factor VIII coagulant activity (FVIII:C) is at least 0.4 IU/mL (≥ 40% of normal activity). Depending on the patient's baseline FVIII:C levels, a single infusion of rVWF will, in a majority of patients, lead to an increase above 40% in endogenous FVIII:C activity within 6 hours and will result in sustaining this level up to 72 hours post infusion. The dose and duration of the treatment depend on the clinical status of the patient, the type and severity of the bleeding, and both VWF:RCo and FVIII:C levels. If the patient's baseline plasma FVIII:C level is < 40% or is unknown and in all situations where a rapid correction of haemostasis should be achieved, such as treatment of an acute haemorrhage, severe trauma or emergency surgery, it is necessary to administer a recombinant factor VIII product with the first infusion of VEYVONDI, in order to achieve a haemostatic plasma level of FVIII:C.

However, if an immediate rise in FVIII:C is not necessary, or if the baseline FVIII:C level is sufficient to ensure haemostasis, the physician may decide to omit the co-administration of rFVIII at the first infusion with VEYVONDI.

In case of major bleeding events or major surgeries requiring repeated, frequent infusions, monitoring of FVIII:C levels is recommended, to decide if rFVIII is required for subsequent infusions to avoid excessive rise of FVIII:C.

Treatment of bleeding episodes (on-demand treatment) in adults and children

Start of treatment

The first dose of VEYVONDI should be 40 to 80 IU/kg body weight. Replacement levels of VWF:RCo > 0.6 IU/mL (60%) and FVIII:C > 0.4 IU/mL (40%) should be achieved. Dosing guidelines for treatment of minor and major haemorrhages are provided in Table 1.

VEYVONDI should be administered with recombinant factor VIII if the FVIII:C levels are < 40%, or are unknown, to control bleeding. The rFVIII dose should be calculated according to the difference between the patient's baseline plasma FVIII:C level, and the desired peak FVIII:C level to achieve an appropriate plasma FVIII:C level based on the approximate mean recovery of 0.02 (IU/mL)/(IU/kg). The complete dose of VEYVONDI should be administered followed by rFVIII within 10 minutes.

Calculating dose

VEYVONDI dose [IU] = dose [IU/kg] x body weight [kg]

Subsequent infusions

A subsequent dose of 40 IU to 60 IU/kg of VEYVONDI should be infused every 8 to 24 hours as per the dosing ranges in Table 1, or as long as clinically appropriate. In major bleeding episodes, maintain trough levels of VWF:RCo greater than 50% for as long as deemed necessary.

Based on experience from clinical trials, once VWF has been replaced, endogenous FVIII levels will remain normal or near normal as long as VEYVONDI is continued to be administered.

Table 1. Dosing recommendations for the treatment of minor and major haemorrhages

Haemorrhage

Initial dosea

(IU VWF:RCo/kg body weight)

Subsequent dose

Minor

(e.g. epistaxis, oral bleeding, menorrhagia)

40 to 50 IU/kg

40 to 50 IU/kg every 8 to 24 hours (or as long as deemed clinically necessary)

Majorb

(e.g. severe or refractory epistaxis, menorrhagia, gastrointestinal bleeding, central nervous system trauma, haemarthrosis, or traumatic haemorrhage)

50 to 80 IU/kg

40 to 60 IU/kg every 8 to 24 hours for approximately 2-3 days (or as long as deemed clinically necessary)

a If rFVIII is administered, see rFVIII package insert for reconstitution and administration instructions.

b A bleed could be considered major if red blood cell transfusion is either required or potentially indicated or if bleeding occurs in a critical anatomical site (e.g., intracranial or gastrointestinal haemorrhage).

Prevention of bleeding/haemorrhage and treatment in case of elective surgery in adults

Prior to surgery

In patients with inadequate levels of FVIII, a dose of 40-60 IU/kg VEYVONDI should be administered 12-24 hours prior to initiating elective surgery (pre-operative dose), to ensure pre-operative endogenous FVIII levels of at least 0.4 IU/mL for minor and at least 0.8 IU/mL for major surgery.

For prevention of excessive bleeding in case of elective surgery, within 3 hours prior to initiation of any surgical procedure, the FVIII:C levels should be assessed. If the FVIII:C levels are at the recommended target level of:

- at least 0.4 IU/mL for minor and oral surgery and

- at least 0.8 IU/mL for major surgery,

a dose of VEYVONDI alone should be administered within 1 hour prior to the procedure.

If the FVIII:C levels are not at the recommended target levels, rFVIII should be administered in addition to vonicog alfa to raise VWF:RCo and FVIII:C, within 1 hour prior to the procedure. Please refer to Table 2 for FVIII:C recommended target levels. The dose depends on VWF and FVIII levels of the patient, the type and severity of the expected bleeding.

Table 2. Recommended target peak plasma levels of VWF:RCo and FVIII:C to be achieved prior to surgery for the prevention of excessive bleeding during and after surgery

Type of surgery

VWF:RCo target peak plasma level

FVIII:C target peak plasma levela

Calculation of rVWF dose (to be administered within 1 hour prior to surgery) (IU VWF:RCo required)

Minor

0.50 – 0.60 IU/mL

0.40 – 0.50 IU/mL

∆b VWF:RCo x BW (kg) /IRc

Major

1 IU/mL

0.80 - 1 IU/mL

∆b VWF:RCo x BW (kg) /IRc

a Additional rFVIII may be required to attain the recommended FVIII:C target peak plasma levels. Dosing guidance should be done based on the IR.

b ∆ = Target peak plasma VWF:RCo – baseline plasma VWF:RCo

c IR = Incremental Recovery as measured in the subject. If the IR is not available, assume an IR of 0.02 IU/mL per IU/kg.

During and after surgery

After the initiation of the surgical procedure, the VWF:RCo and FVIII:C plasma levels should be monitored and the intra- and post-operative substitution regimen should be individualised according to the pharmacokinetics (PK) results, intensity and duration of the haemostatic challenge, and the institution's standard of care. In general, the frequency of VEYVONDI dosing for post-operative substitution should range from twice a day to every 48 hours. Please refer to Table 3 for treatment recommendations for subsequent maintenance doses.

Table 3. Recommended target trough plasma levels of VWF:RCo and FVIII:C and minimum duration of treatment for subsequent maintenance doses for the prevention of excessive bleeding after surgery

Type of surgery

VWF:RCo

target trough plasma level

FVIII:C

target trough plasma level

Minimum duration of treatment

Frequency of dosing

Up to 72 hours post surgery

After 72 hours post surgery

Up to 72 hours post surgery

After 72 hours post surgery

Minor

≥ 0.30 IU/mL

-

> 0.40 IU/mL -

48 hours

Every 12-24 hrs / every other day

Major

> 0.50 IU/mL

> 0.30 IU/mL

> 0.50 IU/mL

> 0.40 IU/mL

72 hours

Every 12-24 hrs / every other day

Prophylactic treatment in adults

For initiation of long-term prophylaxis against bleeds in patients with VWD, doses of 40 to 60 IU/kg of VEYVONDI administered twice weekly should be considered. Depending on the patient's condition and clinical response, including breakthrough bleeds, higher doses (not exceeding 80 IU/kg) and/or an increased dose frequency (up to three times per week) may be required.

Paediatric population

The safety and efficacy of VEYVONDI in children aged less than 18 years have been established for the treatment of haemorrhage. Dosing is based on the same guidelines as for adults and should be adjusted to the clinical condition of the patient, as well as their VWF:RCo and FVIII:C plasma levels. In younger patients, shorter dose intervals or higher doses may be necessary (see section 5.2). The safety and efficacy of VEYVONDI for prophylactic treatment or the prevention or treatment of surgical bleeding have not yet been established in children aged less than 18 years.

Method of administration

VEYVONDI is for intravenous use. The reconstituted product should be inspected visually prior to administration.

The rate of administration should be slow enough to ensure the comfort of the patient, up to a maximum of 4 mL/min. The patient should be observed for any immediate reaction. If any reaction, such as tachycardia, occurs that might be related to the administration of the product, the rate of infusion should be reduced or stopped as required by the clinical condition of the patient.

For instructions on reconstitution of the medicinal product before administration, see section 6.6.

4.3. Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the excipients listed in section 6.1.

Known allergic reaction to mouse or hamster proteins.

4.4. Special warnings and precautions for use

In actively bleeding patients it is recommended to co-administer a FVIII product with VEYVONDI as a first line treatment and depending on the FVIII activity levels (see section 4.2).

Traceability

In order to improve the traceability of biological medicinal products, the name and the batch number of the administered product should be clearly recorded.

Hypersensitivity reactions

Hypersensitivity reactions (including anaphylaxis) have occurred. Patients and/or their caregivers should be informed of the early signs of hypersensitivity reactions, which may include but are not limited to tachycardia, tightness of the chest, wheezing and/or acute respiratory distress, hypotension, generalised urticaria, pruritus, rhinoconjunctivitis, angioedema, lethargy, nausea, vomiting, paresthesia, restlessness, and may progress to anaphylactic shock. In case of shock, standard medical treatment for shock should be implemented.

Patients should be closely monitored and carefully observed for any symptoms throughout the infusion period. If signs and symptoms of severe allergic reactions occur, immediately discontinue administration of VEYVONDI and provide appropriate supportive care.

Adequate medical treatment and provisions should be available for immediate use for a potential anaphylactic reaction, especially for patients with a history of allergic reactions.

VEYVONDI contains trace amounts of mouse immunoglobulin G and hamster proteins (less than or equal to 2 ng/IU VEYVONDI). Patients treated with this product may develop hypersensitivity reactions to these non-human mammalian proteins. VEYVONDI contains trace amounts of recombinant coagulation factor VIII.

Thrombosis and embolism

There is a risk of occurrence of thrombotic events, particularly in patients with known clinical or laboratory risk factors for thrombosis including low ADAMTS13 levels. Therefore, patients at risk have to be monitored for early signs of thrombosis, and prophylaxis measures against thromboembolism should be instituted according to current recommendations and standard of care.

In patients requiring frequent doses of VEYVONDI in combination with recombinant factor VIII, plasma level for FVIII:C activity should be monitored to avoid sustained excessive FVIII:C plasma level, which may increase the risk of thrombotic events.

Any FVIII that would be administered along with VEYVONDI should be a pure FVIII product. A combination with a FVIII product containing VWF would pose an additional risk of thrombotic events.

Neutralising antibodies (inhibitors)

Patients with VWD, especially type 3, may develop neutralising antibodies (inhibitors) to von Willebrand factor. If the expected plasma level of (VWF:RCo) is not attained, or if bleeding is not controlled with an appropriate dose, an appropriate assay should be performed to determine if a von Willebrand factor inhibitor is present. In patients with high levels of anti-VWF neutralising antibodies, von Willebrand factor therapy may not be effective and other therapeutic options should be considered to establish haemostasis.

Treatment of VWD patients who have high-titer binding antibodies [due to previous treatment with plasma derived von Willebrand factor (pdVWF)] may require a higher dose to overcome the binding antibody effect and such patients could be managed clinically by administration of higher doses of vonicog alfa based on the PK data for each individual patient.

Excipient related considerations

Sodium content

This medicinal product contains 5.2 mg sodium in each 650 IU vial or 10.4 mg sodium in each 1 300 IU vial, equivalent to 2.2% of the WHO recommended maximum daily intake of 2 g sodium for an adult, assuming a body weight of 70 kg and a dose of 80 IU/kg body weight. This is to be taken into consideration by patients on a controlled sodium diet.

Polysorbate content

This medicinal product contains 0.5 mg of polysorbate 80 in each 650 IU vial or 1.0 mg of polysorbate 80 in each 1 300 IU vial, which is equivalent to 0.1 mg/mL. Polysorbates may cause allergic reactions.

4.5. Interaction with other medicinal products and other forms of interaction

No interactions of human von Willebrand factor products with other medicinal products are known.

4.6. Fertility, pregnancy and lactation

Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with VEYVONDI.

Pregnancy

Experience in the treatment of pregnant or breast-feeding women is not available. VEYVONDI should be administered to pregnant women only if clearly indicated, taking into consideration that delivery confers an increased risk of haemorrhagic events in these patients.

Breast-feeding

It is unknown whether VEYVONDI is excreted in human milk. Therefore, VEYVONDI should be administered to lactating von Willebrand factor deficient women only if clearly indicated. Healthcare professionals should balance the potential risks and only prescribe VEYVONDI if needed.

Fertility

The effects of VEYVONDI on fertility have not been established.

4.7. Effects on ability to drive and use machines

VEYVONDI has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive and use machines.

4.8. Undesirable effects

Summary of the safety profile

During treatment with VEYVONDI the following adverse reactions may occur:

hypersensitivity or allergic reactions, thromboembolic events, inhibitor formation against VWF.

Tabulated list of adverse reactions

Table 4 lists the adverse reactions reported in clinical trials, post-authorisation safety studies or post-marketing reporting.

Frequency categories are defined according to the following convention: very common (≥ 1/10), common (≥ 1/100 to < 1/10), uncommon (≥ 1/1 000 to < 1/100), rare (≥ 1/10 000 to < 1/1 000), very rare (< 1/10 000), not known (cannot be estimated from the available data). Within each frequency grouping, adverse reactions are presented in the order of decreasing seriousness.

Table 4. Summary of adverse reactions reported in clinical trials, post-authorisation safety studies or post-marketing with VEYVONDI in von Willebrand disease

MedDRA system organ class (SOC)

Adverse reaction by preferred term (PT)

Frequency category by subject

Immune system disorders

Anaphylactic reaction*

Not known

Nervous system disorders

Headache

Very common

Dizziness

Common

Vertigo

Common

Dysgeusia

Uncommon

Tremor

Uncommon

Cardiac disorders

Tachycardia

Uncommon

Vascular disorders

Hypertension

Common

Deep venous thrombosis

Uncommon

Hot flush

Uncommon

Gastrointestinal disorders

Vomiting

Common

Nausea

Common

Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders

Pruritus generalised

Common

General disorders and administration site conditions

Chest discomfort

Uncommon

Infusion site paraesthesia

Uncommon

Infusion-related reaction (including tachycardia, flushing, rash, dyspnoea, blurred vision)*

Not known

Investigations

Electrocardiogram T wave inversion

Uncommon

Heart rate increased

Uncommon

* Adverse reactions identified during post-marketing surveillance.

Description of selected adverse reactions

Hypersensitivity

There is a possibility of developing hypersensitivity or allergic reactions (which may include angioedema, burning and stinging at the infusion site, chills, flushing, rhinoconjunctivitis, generalised urticaria, headache, hives, hypotension, lethargy, nausea, restlessness, tachycardia, tightness of the chest, tingling, vomiting, wheezing) which may in some cases progress to anaphylaxis (including shock).

Patients with VWD, especially type 3, may very rarely develop neutralising antibodies (inhibitors) to von Willebrand factor. If such inhibitors occur, the condition may manifest itself as an inadequate clinical response. Such antibodies may occur in close association with hypersensitivity or anaphylactic reactions. Therefore, patients experiencing hypersensitivity or anaphylactic reactions should be tested and evaluated for the presence of an inhibitor.

In all such cases, it is recommended that a specialised haemophilia centre be contacted.

Thrombogenicity

There is a risk of occurrence of thrombotic events, particularly in patients with known clinical or laboratory risk factors including low ADAMTS13 levels. Therefore, patients at risk have to be monitored for early signs of thrombosis, and prophylaxis measures against thromboembolism should be instituted according to current recommendations and standard of care.

Immunogenicity

The immunogenicity of VEYVONDI was assessed in clinical trials by monitoring the development of neutralising antibodies against VWF and FVIII, as well as binding antibodies against VWF, Furin, Chinese Hamster Ovary (CHO) protein and mouse IgG. No treatment-emergent development of neutralising antibodies against human VWF or neutralising antibodies against human rFVIII was observed. One of the 132 subjects who received VEYVONDI peri-operatively in clinical trials developed treatment-emergent binding antibodies against VWF following a surgery for whom no adverse events or lack of haemostatic efficacy has been reported. Binding antibodies against impurities such as rFurin, CHO-protein or mouse IgG were not observed after treatment with VEYVONDI.

Paediatric population

The frequency, type and severity of adverse reactions in children receiving VEYVONDI for the treatment of haemorrhage are expected to be the same as in adults.

Reporting of suspected adverse reactions

Reporting suspected adverse reactions after authorisation of the medicinal product is important. It allows continued monitoring of the benefit/risk balance of the medicinal product. Healthcare professionals are asked to report any suspected adverse reactions via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store.

4.9. Overdose

No symptoms of overdose with von Willebrand factor have been reported. Thromboembolic events may occur in case of major overdose.

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