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Crohn’s Disease IV Induction (adults)

Initial criteria

  • Patient age ≥ 18 years; AND
  • Patient has tried/using corticosteroids OR corticosteroids contraindicated OR
  • Patient has tried one other Crohn’s disease agent (e.g., azathioprine, 6-MP, methotrexate, certolizumab, vedolizumab, adalimumab, infliximab); AND
  • Medication prescribed by or in consultation with gastroenterologist; AND
  • Will be used for induction therapy; AND
  • Site of care exception criteria met

Approval duration

single dose