basiliximab (Rx)

Brand and Other Names:Simulect

Dosing & Uses

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Dosage Forms & Strengths

powder for injection

  • 10mg
  • 20mg

Prophylaxis of Renal Transplant Rejection

20 mg IV within 2 hr prior to transplant surgery, THEN

20 mg IV 4 days after transplant

Withhold second dose if complications (severe hypersensitivity, or graft loss) occur after first dose

Used in regimen containing cyclosporine and corticosteroids

Acute Cardiac Transplant Rejection Prophylaxis (Unlabeled)

20 mg IV on day of transplant surgery, THEN

20 mg IV 4 days after transplant

Withhold second dose if complications (severe hypersensitivity, or graft loss) occur after first dose

Used in regimen containing cyclosporine and corticosteroids

Acute Liver Transplant Rejection Prophylaxis (Unlabeled)

20 mg IV within 6 hr of organ reperfusion, THEN

20 mg IV 4 days after transplant

Withhold second dose if complications (severe hypersensitivity, or graft loss) occur after first dose

Used in regimen containing cyclosporine and corticosteroids

Treatment of Refractory Acute GVHD (Unlabeled)

20 mg IV on day of organ reperfusion, THEN

20 mg IV 4 days after transplant

May repeat for recurrent acute GVHD

Dosage Forms & Strengths

powder for injection

  • 10mg
  • 20mg

Prophylaxis of Renal Transplant Rejection

<35 kg: 10 mg IV within 2 hr prior to transplant surgery, THEN 10 mg IV 4 days after transplant

>35 kg: Administer as in adults; 20 mg IV within 2 hr prior to transplant surgery, THEN, 20 mg IV 4 days after transplant

Used in regimen containing cyclosporine and corticosteroids

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            • upadacitinib

              basiliximab, upadacitinib. Either increases effects of the other by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Contraindicated.

            Serious - Use Alternative (68)

            • adalimumab

              adalimumab and basiliximab both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • alefacept

              alefacept and basiliximab both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • anakinra

              anakinra and basiliximab both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • anthrax vaccine

              basiliximab decreases effects of anthrax vaccine by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • antithymocyte globulin equine

              antithymocyte globulin equine and basiliximab both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • antithymocyte globulin rabbit

              antithymocyte globulin rabbit and basiliximab both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • axicabtagene ciloleucel

              basiliximab, axicabtagene ciloleucel. Either increases effects of the other by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • azathioprine

              azathioprine and basiliximab both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • BCG vaccine live

              basiliximab decreases effects of BCG vaccine live by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • brexucabtagene autoleucel

              basiliximab, brexucabtagene autoleucel. Either increases effects of the other by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • canakinumab

              basiliximab and canakinumab both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • ciltacabtagene autoleucel

              basiliximab, ciltacabtagene autoleucel. Either increases effects of the other by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • diphtheria & tetanus toxoids

              basiliximab decreases effects of diphtheria & tetanus toxoids by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • diphtheria & tetanus toxoids/ acellular pertussis vaccine

              basiliximab decreases effects of diphtheria & tetanus toxoids/ acellular pertussis vaccine by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • diphtheria & tetanus toxoids/acellular pertussis/poliovirus, inactivated vaccine

              basiliximab decreases effects of diphtheria & tetanus toxoids/acellular pertussis/poliovirus, inactivated vaccine by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • etanercept

              basiliximab and etanercept both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • everolimus

              basiliximab and everolimus both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • glatiramer

              basiliximab and glatiramer both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • golimumab

              basiliximab and golimumab both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • hepatitis A vaccine inactivated

              basiliximab decreases effects of hepatitis A vaccine inactivated by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • hepatitis a/b vaccine

              basiliximab decreases effects of hepatitis a/b vaccine by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • hepatitis a/typhoid vaccine

              basiliximab decreases effects of hepatitis a/typhoid vaccine by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • hepatitis b vaccine

              basiliximab decreases effects of hepatitis b vaccine by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • human papillomavirus vaccine, nonavalent

              basiliximab decreases effects of human papillomavirus vaccine, nonavalent by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Immunosuppressive therapies, including irradiation, antimetabolites, alkylating agents, cytotoxic drugs, and corticosteroids (used in greater than physiologic doses), may reduce the immune responses to vaccines.

            • human papillomavirus vaccine, quadrivalent

              basiliximab decreases effects of human papillomavirus vaccine, quadrivalent by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Immunosuppressive therapies, including irradiation, antimetabolites, alkylating agents, cytotoxic drugs, and corticosteroids (used in greater than physiologic doses), may reduce the immune responses to vaccines.

            • hydroxychloroquine sulfate

              basiliximab and hydroxychloroquine sulfate both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • idecabtagene vicleucel

              basiliximab, idecabtagene vicleucel. Either increases effects of the other by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • infliximab

              basiliximab and infliximab both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • influenza virus vaccine quadrivalent

              basiliximab decreases effects of influenza virus vaccine quadrivalent by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • influenza virus vaccine quadrivalent, adjuvanted

              basiliximab decreases effects of influenza virus vaccine quadrivalent, adjuvanted by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Immunosuppressive drugs may reduce the immune response to influenza vaccine.

            • influenza virus vaccine quadrivalent, cell-cultured

              basiliximab decreases effects of influenza virus vaccine quadrivalent, cell-cultured by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • influenza virus vaccine quadrivalent, intranasal

              basiliximab decreases effects of influenza virus vaccine quadrivalent, intranasal by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • influenza virus vaccine trivalent

              basiliximab decreases effects of influenza virus vaccine trivalent by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • influenza virus vaccine trivalent, adjuvanted

              basiliximab decreases effects of influenza virus vaccine trivalent, adjuvanted by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Immunosuppressive drugs may reduce the immune response to influenza vaccine.

            • Japanese encephalitis virus vaccine

              basiliximab decreases effects of Japanese encephalitis virus vaccine by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • leflunomide

              basiliximab and leflunomide both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • lisocabtagene maraleucel

              basiliximab, lisocabtagene maraleucel. Either increases effects of the other by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • measles (rubeola) vaccine

              basiliximab decreases effects of measles (rubeola) vaccine by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • measles mumps and rubella vaccine, live

              basiliximab decreases effects of measles mumps and rubella vaccine, live by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • measles, mumps, rubella and varicella vaccine, live

              basiliximab decreases effects of measles, mumps, rubella and varicella vaccine, live by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • meningococcal A C Y and W-135 polysaccharide vaccine combined

              basiliximab decreases effects of meningococcal A C Y and W-135 polysaccharide vaccine combined by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • muromonab CD3

              basiliximab and muromonab CD3 both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • mycophenolate

              basiliximab and mycophenolate both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • pneumococcal vaccine 13-valent

              basiliximab decreases effects of pneumococcal vaccine 13-valent by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • pneumococcal vaccine heptavalent

              basiliximab decreases effects of pneumococcal vaccine heptavalent by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • pneumococcal vaccine polyvalent

              basiliximab decreases effects of pneumococcal vaccine polyvalent by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • rabies vaccine

              basiliximab decreases effects of rabies vaccine by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants may interfere with development of active immunity.

            • rabies vaccine chick embryo cell derived

              basiliximab decreases effects of rabies vaccine chick embryo cell derived by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • rilonacept

              basiliximab and rilonacept both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • rotavirus oral vaccine, live

              basiliximab decreases effects of rotavirus oral vaccine, live by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • rubella vaccine

              basiliximab decreases effects of rubella vaccine by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • sirolimus

              basiliximab and sirolimus both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • smallpox (vaccinia) vaccine, live

              basiliximab decreases effects of smallpox (vaccinia) vaccine, live by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • tacrolimus

              basiliximab and tacrolimus both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • temsirolimus

              basiliximab and temsirolimus both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • tetanus toxoid adsorbed or fluid

              basiliximab decreases effects of tetanus toxoid adsorbed or fluid by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • tick-borne encephalitis vaccine

              basiliximab decreases effects of tick-borne encephalitis vaccine by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • tisagenlecleucel

              basiliximab, tisagenlecleucel. Either increases effects of the other by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • tocilizumab

              tocilizumab and basiliximab both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • tofacitinib

              basiliximab, tofacitinib. Either increases toxicity of the other by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • tongkat ali

              basiliximab and tongkat ali both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • travelers diarrhea and cholera vaccine inactivated

              basiliximab decreases effects of travelers diarrhea and cholera vaccine inactivated by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • typhoid polysaccharide vaccine

              basiliximab decreases effects of typhoid polysaccharide vaccine by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • typhoid vaccine live

              basiliximab decreases effects of typhoid vaccine live by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • ustekinumab

              basiliximab and ustekinumab both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.

            • varicella virus vaccine live

              basiliximab decreases effects of varicella virus vaccine live by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • yellow fever vaccine

              basiliximab decreases effects of yellow fever vaccine by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

            • zoster vaccine live

              basiliximab decreases effects of zoster vaccine live by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Contraindicated. Immunosuppressants also increase risk of infection with concomitant live vaccines.

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            • astragalus

              basiliximab increases and astragalus decreases immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • belatacept

              belatacept and basiliximab both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • cholera vaccine

              basiliximab decreases effects of cholera vaccine by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Immunosuppressive therapies, including irradiation, antimetabolites, alkylating agents, cytotoxic drugs and corticosteroids (used in greater than physiologic doses), may reduce the immune response to cholera vaccine.

            • dengue vaccine

              basiliximab decreases effects of dengue vaccine by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Use Caution/Monitor. Immunosuppressive therapies (eg, irradiation, antimetabolites, alkylating agents, cytotoxic drugs, corticosteroids [greater than physiologic doses]) may reduce immune response to dengue vaccine.

            • denosumab

              basiliximab, denosumab. Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Caution should be taken in patients on concomitant immunosuppressants or with impaired immune systems because of increased risk for serious infections.

            • dichlorphenamide

              dichlorphenamide and basiliximab both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              dichlorphenamide, basiliximab. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Both drugs can cause metabolic acidosis.

            • dienogest/estradiol valerate

              basiliximab will increase the level or effect of dienogest/estradiol valerate by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Monitor for potential adverse effects such as nausea, irregular uterine bleeding, breast tenderness and headache.

            • echinacea

              basiliximab increases and echinacea decreases immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • efgartigimod alfa

              efgartigimod alfa will decrease the level or effect of basiliximab by receptor binding competition. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration of efgartigimod with medications that bind to the human neonatal Fc receptor may lower systemic exposures and effectiveness of such medications. Closely monitor for reduced effectiveness of medications that bind to the human neonatal Fc receptor. If long-term use of such medications is essential, consider discontinuing efgartigimod and using alternative therapies.

            • fingolimod

              basiliximab increases effects of fingolimod by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Concomitant therapy is expected to increase the risk of immunosuppression. Use caution when switching patients from long-acting therapies with immune effects. .

            • haemophilus influenzae type b vaccine

              basiliximab decreases effects of haemophilus influenzae type b vaccine by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Avoid vaccination during chemotherapy or radiation therapy if possible because antibody response might be suboptimal. Patients vaccinated within a 14-day period before starting or during immunosuppressive therapy should be revaccinated =3 months after therapy is discontinued if immune competence has been restored.

            • influenza virus vaccine quadrivalent, recombinant

              basiliximab decreases effects of influenza virus vaccine quadrivalent, recombinant by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. Immune response to vaccine may be decreased in immunocompromised individuals.

            • influenza virus vaccine trivalent, recombinant

              basiliximab decreases effects of influenza virus vaccine trivalent, recombinant by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. Immune response to vaccine may be decreased in immunocompromised individuals.

            • isavuconazonium sulfate

              basiliximab and isavuconazonium sulfate both decrease immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • lurasidone

              basiliximab increases levels of lurasidone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Concurrent use of weak CYP3A4 inhibitors can theoretically lead to an increased risk of lurasidone-related adverse reactions.

            • maitake

              basiliximab increases and maitake decreases immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • meningococcal group B vaccine

              basiliximab decreases effects of meningococcal group B vaccine by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. Individuals with altered immunocompetence may have reduced immune responses to the vaccine.

            • mercaptopurine

              basiliximab and mercaptopurine both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • ocrelizumab

              basiliximab and ocrelizumab both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration of ocrelizumab with high doses of corticosteroids is expected to increase the risk of immunosuppression.

            • ofatumumab SC

              ofatumumab SC, basiliximab. Either increases effects of the other by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Use Caution/Monitor. Consider the risk of additive immune system effects when coadministering immunosuppressive therapies with coadministration. When switching from therapies with immune effects, take into account the duration and mechanism of action of these therapies when initiating ofatumumab SC.

            • olaparib

              basiliximab and olaparib both increase pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration with other other myelosuppressive anticancer agents, including DNA damaging agents, may potentiate and prolongate the myelosuppressive toxicity.

            • oxaliplatin

              oxaliplatin and basiliximab both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Use Caution/Monitor. Use of oxaliplatin with concomitant immunosuppressants or with impaired immune systems may increased risk for serious infections.

            • ozanimod

              ozanimod, basiliximab. Either increases effects of the other by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration with immunosuppressive therapies may increase the risk of additive immune effects during therapy and in the weeks following administration. When switching from drugs with prolonged immune effects, consider the half-life and mode of action of these drugs in order to avoid unintended additive immunosuppressive effects.

            • poliovirus vaccine inactivated

              basiliximab decreases effects of poliovirus vaccine inactivated by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Avoid vaccination during chemotherapy or radiation therapy if possible because antibody response might be suboptimal. Patients vaccinated within a 14-day period before starting or during immunosuppressive therapy should be revaccinated =3 months after therapy is discontinued if immune competence has been restored. .

            • ponesimod

              ponesimod and basiliximab both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Use Caution/Monitor. Caution if coadministered because of additive immunosuppressive effects during such therapy and in the weeks following administration. When switching from drugs with prolonged immune effects, consider the half-life and mode of action of these drugs to avoid unintended additive immunosuppressive effects.

            • siponimod

              siponimod and basiliximab both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Use Caution/Monitor. Caution if coadministered because of additive immunosuppressive effects during such therapy and in the weeks following administration. When switching from drugs with prolonged immune effects, consider the half-life and mode of action of these drugs to avoid unintended additive immunosuppressive effects.

            • sipuleucel-T

              basiliximab decreases effects of sipuleucel-T by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.

            • trastuzumab

              trastuzumab, basiliximab. Either increases toxicity of the other by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Use Caution/Monitor. Neutropenia or febrile neutropenia incidence were increased when trastuzumab was coadministered with myelosuppressive chemotherapy. .

            • trastuzumab deruxtecan

              trastuzumab deruxtecan, basiliximab. Either increases toxicity of the other by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Use Caution/Monitor. Neutropenia or febrile neutropenia incidence were increased when trastuzumab was coadministered with myelosuppressive chemotherapy. .

            • ublituximab

              ublituximab and basiliximab both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Owing to potential additive immunosuppressive effects, consider duration of effect and mechanism of action of these therapies if coadministered

            • vilazodone

              basiliximab increases levels of vilazodone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. No dose adjustment needed with mild CYP3A4 inhibitors.

            • zoster vaccine recombinant

              basiliximab decreases effects of zoster vaccine recombinant by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. Immunosuppressive therapies may reduce the effectiveness of zoster vaccine recombinant.

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              Note: Difficult to distinguish from adverse events associated with organ transplantation

              >10%

              Abdominal pain

              Acne

              Anemia

              Constipation

              Diarrhea

              Dyspepsia

              Fever

              Headache

              Hypo- or hyperkalemia

              Hyperglycemia

              Hyperuricemia

              Hypophosphatemia

              Hypercholesterolemia

              Hypertension

              Insomnia

              Nausea

              Pain

              Peripheral edema

              Tremor

              UTI

              Viral infection

              Vomiting

              Wound healing complications

              1-10%

              Acidosis

              Agitation

              Angina

              Anxiety

              Arthralgia

              Arrhythmia

              Atrial fibrillation

              Bronchitis

              Bronchospasm

              Cardiac failure

              Chest pain

              Cough

              Cyst

              Dehydration

              Depression

              Dizziness

              Edema

              Fatigue

              Flatulence

              Gingival hyperplasia

              GI hemorrhage

              Hematoma

              Hemorrhage

              Hypotension

              Hypomagnesemia

              Hyponatremia

              Hyper or hypocalcemia

              Hyperlidpidemia

              Hypertrichosis

              Increased glucocorticoids

              Infections

              Neuropathy

              Pruritus

              Rash

              Leukopenia

              Lymphoproliferative disorders

              Oliguria

              Polycythemia

              Pulmonary edema

              Renal function abnormalities

              Skin ulceration

              Stomatitis

              Tachycardia

              Thrombocytopenia

              Thrombosis

              Urinary frequency

              Urinary retention

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              Warnings

              Black Box Warnings

              Should be prescribed only by physicians who have experience with immunosuppression in organ transplant recipients and can provide necessary follow-up and appropriate monitoring

              Contraindications

              Hypersensitivity

              Warnings

              Development of human antimurine antibodies reported for murine products

              Risk of developing lymphoproliferative disorders may increase with immunosuppressive therapy

              Immunosuppressive therapy may increase risk of opportunistic infection

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              Pregnancy & Lactation

              Pregnancy Category: B

              Lactation: Unknown whether excreted in milk; because of the potential for adverse reactions, a decision should be made to discontinue nursing or to discontinue the drug, taking into account the importance of the drug to the mother

              Pregnancy Categories

              A: Generally acceptable. Controlled studies in pregnant women show no evidence of fetal risk.

              B: May be acceptable. Either animal studies show no risk but human studies not available or animal studies showed minor risks and human studies done and showed no risk.

              C: Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks. Animal studies show risk and human studies not available or neither animal nor human studies done.

              D: Use in LIFE-THREATENING emergencies when no safer drug available. Positive evidence of human fetal risk.

              X: Do not use in pregnancy. Risks involved outweigh potential benefits. Safer alternatives exist.

              NA: Information not available.

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              Pharmacology

              Mechanism of Action

              Interleukin-2 receptor antagonist for activated T lymphocytes (pathway responsible for activating cell-mediated allograft rejection)

              Pharmacokinetics

              Peak plasma time: 30 min

              Concentration: 7.1 mg/L

              Vd: 8.6 L (adults); 7.8 ± 5.1 (adolescents); 4.8 ± 2.1 L (children)

              Half-Life: 7.2 days (adults); 9.1 days (adolescents); 9.5 days (children)

              Metabolism: Unknown

              Clearance: 41 mL/hr

              Excretion: Unknown

              Duration: 36 days

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              Administration

              IV Preparation

              Reconstitute vials with 5 mL SWI

              Dilute reconstituted contents in 50 mL NS or D5W

              IV Administration

              For central or intravenous administration only

              Infuse over 20-30 min

              Storage

              Store vials under refrigeration 2-8°C (36-46°F)

              Reconstituted vials are stable under refrigeration for 24 hr, but only 4 hr at RT

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              Patient Handout

              Patient Education
              basiliximab intravenous

              BASILIXIMAB - INJECTION

              (BA-si-LIX-i-mab)

              COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Simulect

              USES: Basiliximab is used to prevent organ rejection in people who have received a kidney transplant. It is usually taken along with other medications (such as cyclosporine, corticosteroids) to allow your new organ to function normally. Basiliximab is an immunosuppressant drug known as a monoclonal antibody. It works by slowing down your body's defense system (immune system) to prevent your body from rejecting the new kidney after surgery (acute rejection).

              HOW TO USE: This medication is given by injection into a vein by a health care professional. It is usually given in 2 doses. The first dose is given within 2 hours before the transplant surgery, and the second dose is given 4 days after surgery.Dosage is based on your age, weight, medical condition, and response to treatment.This medication is used with other medications (such as cyclosporine, corticosteroids) to prevent rejection of transplanted organs. Take all medications exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

              SIDE EFFECTS: Nausea, stomach pain, diarrhea, constipation, or pain/redness at the injection site may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.Remember that this medication has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.The use of medications that affect the immune system may lead to increased risk of infection or certain types of cancer. Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: cough/sore throat that doesn't go away, fever, weakness, swollen glands, night sweats, unusual lumps, sores around the mouth/genitals, pain with urination, vision changes, unexplained weight loss.A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, unusually fast heartbeat, sneezing, trouble breathing.This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.In the US -Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.

              PRECAUTIONS: Before using basiliximab, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: certain infection (cytomegalovirus).Previous treatment with basiliximab may increase your risk of a serious allergic reaction (see Side Effects section). Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have received basiliximab in the past. If you must stop using this drug due to an allergic reaction, do not use the drug again. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details.Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist that you are using this medication.Do not have immunizations/vaccinations without the consent of your doctor, and avoid contact with people who have recently received oral polio vaccine or flu vaccine inhaled through the nose.Wash your hands well to prevent the spread of infections.During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Women who may become pregnant should use effective birth control before beginning treatment with this drug, during use, and for 4 months after finishing treatment. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more information.It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

              DRUG INTERACTIONS: Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.

              OVERDOSE: If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center.

              NOTES: Lab and/or medical tests (such as kidney function) should be done while you are using this medication. Keep all medical and lab appointments. Consult your doctor for more details.

              MISSED DOSE: It is important to get each dose of this medication as scheduled. If you miss a dose, ask your doctor or pharmacist right away for a new dosing schedule.

              STORAGE: Not applicable. This medication is given in a clinic and will not be stored at home.

              MEDICAL ALERT: Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For information about enrolling in MedicAlert, call 1-888-633-4298 (US) or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

              Information last revised December 2022. Copyright(c) 2023 First Databank, Inc.

              IMPORTANT: HOW TO USE THIS INFORMATION: This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this product and your specific health needs.

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              Formulary

              FormularyPatient Discounts

              Adding plans allows you to compare formulary status to other drugs in the same class.

              To view formulary information first create a list of plans. Your list will be saved and can be edited at any time.

              Adding plans allows you to:

              • View the formulary and any restrictions for each plan.
              • Manage and view all your plans together – even plans in different states.
              • Compare formulary status to other drugs in the same class.
              • Access your plan list on any device – mobile or desktop.

              The above information is provided for general informational and educational purposes only. Individual plans may vary and formulary information changes. Contact the applicable plan provider for the most current information.

              Tier Description
              1 This drug is available at the lowest co-pay. Most commonly, these are generic drugs.
              2 This drug is available at a middle level co-pay. Most commonly, these are "preferred" (on formulary) brand drugs.
              3 This drug is available at a higher level co-pay. Most commonly, these are "non-preferred" brand drugs.
              4 This drug is available at a higher level co-pay. Most commonly, these are "non-preferred" brand drugs or specialty prescription products.
              5 This drug is available at a higher level co-pay. Most commonly, these are "non-preferred" brand drugs or specialty prescription products.
              6 This drug is available at a higher level co-pay. Most commonly, these are "non-preferred" brand drugs or specialty prescription products.
              NC NOT COVERED – Drugs that are not covered by the plan.
              Code Definition
              PA Prior Authorization
              Drugs that require prior authorization. This restriction requires that specific clinical criteria be met prior to the approval of the prescription.
              QL Quantity Limits
              Drugs that have quantity limits associated with each prescription. This restriction typically limits the quantity of the drug that will be covered.
              ST Step Therapy
              Drugs that have step therapy associated with each prescription. This restriction typically requires that certain criteria be met prior to approval for the prescription.
              OR Other Restrictions
              Drugs that have restrictions other than prior authorization, quantity limits, and step therapy associated with each prescription.
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              Medscape prescription drug monographs are based on FDA-approved labeling information, unless otherwise noted, combined with additional data derived from primary medical literature.