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Takhzyro (lanadelumab-flyo)Medica

Hereditary angioedema (HAE) due to C1 inhibitor (C1-INH) deficiency – prophylaxis

Initial criteria

  • Patient has HAE type I or type II as confirmed by BOTH of the following diagnostic criteria: low levels of functional C1-INH protein (< 50% of normal) at baseline [documentation required]; AND lower than normal serum C4 levels at baseline [documentation required]
  • Diagnosis of HAE with normal C1-INH (also known as type III) does NOT qualify
  • Medication is prescribed by or in consultation with an allergist/immunologist or a physician who specializes in the treatment of HAE or related disorders

Reauthorization criteria

  • Patient has a diagnosis of HAE type I or type II [documentation required]
  • According to the prescriber, the patient has had a favorable clinical response since initiating Takhzyro prophylactic therapy compared with baseline (e.g., decreased frequency, severity, or duration of HAE attacks)
  • Medication is prescribed by or in consultation with an allergist/immunologist or a physician who specializes in the treatment of HAE or related disorders

Approval duration

1 year