Evolocumab

ATC code
C10AX13
Therapeutic class
PCSK9 inhibitor · Monoclonal antibody
Forms
injectable solution in pre-filled pen, injectable solution in pre-filled syringe
Brand names
Repatha (US) · Repatha (EU)
Overall confidence
high

Regulatory sources consulted

Approved indications

Contraindications

Absolute

  • Known serious hypersensitivity to evolocumab or any of the excipients. Serious reactions such as angioedema have occurred.

Clinical warnings

Adverse events

Common (≥1%)

nasopharyngitis · upper respiratory tract infection · influenza · back pain · injection site reactions · diabetes mellitus

Rare but serious

angioedema · anaphylactic reaction

Pregnancy and lactation

FDA category: Data insufficient

Available data on Repatha use in pregnant women are insufficient. As an IgG antibody, evolocumab crosses the placental barrier. Its use should be considered only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus. It is unknown whether it is excreted in human milk.

Recent literature (PubMed)