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Compare Kesimpta vs. Ocrevus

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  • Kesimpta (ofatumumab)
    Ocrevus (ocrelizumab)
  • Kesimpta (ofatumumab)
    Ocrevus (ocrelizumab)

  • Summary of Kesimpta vs. Ocrevus

    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

    Ocrevus (ocrelizumab) is used to treat multiple sclerosis (MS) in adults. It's a type of medication called a monoclonal antibody. It's given as an infusion through the vein every 6 months at a medical center or clinic. A trained healthcare professional will help give Ocrevus (ocrelizumab) to you. Side effects can include a higher risk of infections and infusion reactions.

  • Indications of Kesimpta vs. Ocrevus

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

  • Pros and Cons of Kesimpta vs. Ocrevus

    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
    •Given twice a year (after a couple starter doses)
    •Can help lessen the number of relapses for all types of MS
    •Might be better tolerated than some other injectable MS medications
    Cons
    •Must be given as an infusion through the vein over a few hours at a medical office
    •Can raise your risk of infections
    •Doesn't cure MS

  • Common Side Effects of Kesimpta vs. Ocrevus

    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
    •Upper respiratory tract infections (40%)
    •Infusion reactions (34%)

  • Warnings of Kesimpta vs. Ocrevus

    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 serious infections
    •Lower antibody levels
    •Serious inflammation of the colon
    •Possible higher risk of cancer

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