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Compare Kesimpta vs. Briumvi

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  • Kesimpta (ofatumumab)
    Briumvi (ublituximab)
  • Kesimpta (ofatumumab)
    Briumvi (ublituximab)

  • Summary of Kesimpta vs. Briumvi

    Summary for Monoclonal antibody
    Prescription only

    Kesimpta (ofatumumab) is an injectable medication for adults with relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS). It works as a monoclonal antibody to help lessen MS flare-ups that come and go. Kesimpta (ofatumumab) is injected under the skin. You can use the Kesimpta prefilled syringes or Sensoready Pens to inject. After the first 3 weekly injections, you inject the medication once a month. Some common side effects include a higher risk of infections, pain or swelling at the injection site, and headache.

    Summary for Monoclonal antibody
    Prescription only

    Briumvi (ublituximab or ublituximab-xiiy) is a medication used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS). This medication is given as an infusion into your veins by a healthcare provider. After you finish the starting doses, you'll receive Briumvi (ublituximab) once every 6 months. Briumvi (ublituximab) can raise your risk for infusion-related reactions so your provider might give you pre-medications, such as a corticosteroid, before your infusion to lower the risk of these reactions.

  • Indications of Kesimpta vs. Briumvi

    Indications for
    •Relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS), including relapsing-remitting MS, clinically isolated syndrome, and secondary progressive MS
    Indications for
    •Relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS)

  • Pros and Cons of Kesimpta vs. Briumvi

    Pros and Const for Monoclonal antibody
    Pros
    •Injections are once a month (after the first 3 injections)
    •Can inject at home after you're trained
    •Comes as prefilled syringes and Sensoready Pens
    •Can be kept at room temperature for up to 7 days
    Cons
    •Doesn't cure MS
    •Must give as an injection under the skin
    •Raises your risk of infections
    •Not recommended for people who are pregnant
    Pros and Const for Monoclonal antibody
    Pros
    •Works well for treating relapsing forms of MS
    •Given once every 6 months after the first 2 doses
    •Can be used in people with liver or kidney problems
    •Copay savings program available for people who are eligible
    Cons
    •Needs to be given as an IV infusion by a healthcare provider
    •Should be avoided in pregnant females
    •Hasn't been studied in children
    •Commonly causes infusion reactions

  • Common Side Effects of Kesimpta vs. Briumvi

    Common Side Effects for
    •Upper respiratory tract infections (39%)
    •Reactions related to the injection (e.g., fever, chills, tiredness; 21%)
    •Headache (13%)
    •Reaction at the injection site (e.g., pain, redness, swelling; 11%)
    •Urinary tract infection (10%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Fever, chills, headaches, and other infusion-related reactions (48%)
    •Runny nose, sore throat, and other symptoms of upper respiratory tract infections (45%)
    •Cough, chest pain, and other symptoms of lower respiratory tract infections (9%)

  • Warnings of Kesimpta vs. Briumvi

    Common Side Effects for
    •Risk of infections
    •Injection reactions
    •Lower antibody levels
    •Harm to an unborn baby
    Common Side Effects for
    •Infusion reactions
    •Risk of infections
    •Low antibodies
    •Potential harm to unborn babies

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