Tyenne (tocilizumab-aazg subcutaneous injection) — Medica
Giant Cell Arteritis
Initial criteria
- age > 18 years
- patient has tried or is currently taking a systemic corticosteroid, or systemic corticosteroids are contraindicated
- prescribed by or in consultation with a rheumatologist
Reauthorization criteria
- patient has been established on therapy for at least 6 months
- patient experienced a beneficial clinical response from baseline (objective measure or improvement in symptoms)
Approval duration
initial 6 months; reauthorization 1 year