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Tepezza (teprotumumab-trbw) is a human monoclonal antibody and insulin-like growth factor-1 receptor (IGF-1R) inhibitor indicated for the treatment of Thyroid Eye Disease (TED), also known as Graves’ orbitopathy. It is the first FDA-approved therapy specifically targeting the underlying pathophysiology of TED. By binding to IGF-1R, Tepezza inhibits the activation of fibroblasts and inflammatory pathways that contribute to orbital tissue expansion and inflammation. This mechanism reduces proptosis, diplopia, and other symptoms associated with active, moderate-to-severe TED.
Fact Table | |
Formula | C6408H9848N1692O2004S46 |
License | US FDA (2020) |
Bioavailability | Not applicable (IV infusion) |
Legal status | Prescription only (Rx-only) |
Chemical Name | Teprotumumab |
Elimination half-life | 20 days (approx.) |
Dosage (Strength) | 10 mg/kg (1st infusion), then 20 mg/kg every 3 weeks for 7 additional infusions (IV) |
Pregnancy | Contraindicated (may cause fetal harm) |
Brands | Tepezza |
Protein binding | Not applicable (monoclonal antibody) |
PubChem CID | 135565778 |
MedlinePlus | a620026 |
ChEBI | Not available |
ATC code | L01FX16 |
DrugBank | DB15108 |
KEGG | D11922 |
Routes of administration | Intravenous (IV) |
Tepezza is administered as an intravenous infusion once every three weeks for a total of eight infusions (over approximately 21 weeks). The recommended initial dose is 10 mg/kg followed by 20 mg/kg for each of the remaining seven doses. Infusions should be administered over 90 minutes and patients monitored during and after the infusion for signs of hypersensitivity or infusion-related reactions. Premedication may be considered in patients with a history of infusion reactions.
Tepezza should not be administered to patients with active or untreated inflammatory bowel disease or uncontrolled diabetes without appropriate risk assessment.
Each single-dose vial of Tepezza contains 500 mg of teprotumumab-trbw as a lyophilized powder. Inactive ingredients include L-histidine, L-histidine hydrochloride monohydrate, trehalose dihydrate, and polysorbate 20. After reconstitution and dilution, the solution is administered intravenously.
Tepezza is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to teprotumumab or any of its excipients. It should not be used in pregnant women due to the potential risk of fetal harm based on its mechanism of action.
Caution is advised in patients with preexisting inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), as exacerbation of IBD has been reported. Patients should be screened for diabetes and blood glucose monitored throughout therapy, as hyperglycemia is a known adverse effect. Female patients of reproductive potential should use effective contraception during treatment and for 6 months after the final dose due to potential embryofetal toxicity. Infusion-related reactions, although uncommon, may require dose interruption or discontinuation.
Common and serious side effects associated with Tepezza include: