Alirocumab

ATC code
C10AX14
Therapeutic class
PCSK9 inhibitor · Proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin type 9 inhibitor
Forms
solution for injection in pre-filled pen, solution for injection in pre-filled syringe
Brand names
Praluent (US) · Praluent (EU)
Overall confidence
high

Regulatory sources consulted

Approved indications

Contraindications

Absolute

  • History of a serious hypersensitivity reaction to alirocumab or any of the excipients.

Clinical warnings

Drug interactions

Adverse events

Common (≥1%)

injection site reactions · influenza · myalgia · common cold symptoms

Rare but serious

hypersensitivity vasculitis · angioedema

Pregnancy and lactation

Available data on Praluent use in pregnant women are insufficient to evaluate for a drug-associated risk. It should not be used during pregnancy unless the clinical condition of the woman requires treatment with alirocumab. Alirocumab crosses the placental barrier.

Recent literature (PubMed)