Brand Name

Benlysta

Generic Name
Belimumab
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FDA approval date: March 10, 2011
Classification: B Lymphocyte Stimulator-specific Inhibitor
Form: Injection, Solution

What is Benlysta (Belimumab)?

BENLYSTA is indicated for the treatment of: patients 5 years of age and older with active systemic lupus erythematosus who are receiving standard therapy, and, patients 5 years of age and older with active lupus nephritis who are receiving standard therapy. Limitations of Use The efficacy of BENLYSTA has not been evaluated in patients with severe active central nervous system lupus. Use of BENLYSTA is not recommended in this situation. BENLYSTA is a B-lymphocyte stimulator -specific inhibitor indicated for the treatment of:, patients 5 years of age and older with active systemic lupus erythematosus who are receiving standard therapy; , patients 5 years of age and older with active lupus nephritis who are receiving standard therapy. Limitations of Use: The efficacy of BENLYSTA has not been evaluated in patients with severe active central nervous system lupus. Use of BENLYSTA is not recommended in this situation.
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