AJOVY is indicated for:
AJOVY is a calcitonin gene-related peptide antagonist indicated for:
For subcutaneous use only. Recommended dosage:
Administer in the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm subcutaneously. (2.2)
See Dosage and Administration for important administration instructions. (2.2)
Adults
The recommended dosage in adults for the preventive treatment of migraine is administered by subcutaneous injection as one of the following options:
When switching dosage options, administer the first dose of the new regimen on the next scheduled date of administration.
Pediatric Patients who are 6 to 17 Years of Age and who Weigh 45 kg or More:
The recommended dosage for the preventive treatment of episodic migraine in pediatric patients who are 6 to 17 years of age and who weigh 45 kg or more is administered by subcutaneous injection as follows:
AJOVY is not approved in pediatric patients weighing less than 45 kg because of the lack of an appropriate strength presentation [see Clinical Studies (14) and How Supplied/Storage and Handling (16.1)].
Missed Dose
If a dose of AJOVY is missed, administer as soon as possible. Thereafter, AJOVY can be scheduled from the date of the last dose.
AJOVY is for subcutaneous use only.
AJOVY may be administered by healthcare providers, patients 13 years of age and older, and/or caregivers. In pediatric patients 6 to 12 years of age, AJOVY must be administered by a healthcare provider or adult caregiver. Prior to use, provide proper training to patients and/or caregivers on the preparation and administration of AJOVY prefilled syringe, including aseptic technique [see Instructions for Use]:
AJOVY is a sterile, clear to opalescent, colorless to slightly yellow solution, available as follows:
AJOVY is contraindicated in patients with serious hypersensitivity to fremanezumab-vfrm or to any of the excipients. Reactions have included anaphylaxis and angioedema [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].
AJOVY is contraindicated in patients with serious hypersensitivity to fremanezumab-vfrm or to any of the excipients. (4)
Hypersensitivity reactions, including rash, pruritus, drug hypersensitivity, and urticaria, were reported with AJOVY in clinical trials. Most reactions were mild to moderate, but some led to discontinuation or required corticosteroid treatment. Most reactions were reported from within hours to one month after administration. Cases of anaphylaxis and angioedema have been reported in the postmarketing setting.
If a hypersensitivity reaction occurs, consider discontinuing AJOVY, and institute appropriate therapy [see Contraindications (4)].
Constipation with serious complications has been reported following the use of monoclonal antibody CGRP antagonists, including AJOVY, in the postmarketing setting. There were cases with monoclonal antibody CGRP antagonists that required hospitalization, including cases where surgery was necessary. In a majority of these cases, the onset of constipation was reported after the first dose; however, patients have also presented with constipation later in treatment. The monoclonal antibody CGRP antagonist was discontinued in many of the reported cases of constipation with serious complications.
Monitor patients treated with AJOVY for severe constipation and manage as clinically appropriate [see Patient Counseling Information (17)]. The concurrent use of medications that reduce gastrointestinal motility may increase the risk for more severe constipation and the potential for constipation-related complications.
Development of hypertension and worsening of pre-existing hypertension have been reported following the use of CGRP antagonists, including AJOVY, in the postmarketing setting. Some of the patients who developed new-onset hypertension had risk factors for hypertension. There were cases requiring initiation of pharmacological treatment for hypertension and, in some cases, hospitalization. Hypertension may occur at any time during treatment, but was most frequently reported within 7 days of therapy initiation. AJOVY was discontinued in many of the reported cases.
Monitor patients treated with AJOVY for new-onset hypertension or worsening of pre-existing hypertension, and consider whether discontinuation of AJOVY is warranted if evaluation fails to establish an alternative etiology or blood pressure is inadequately controlled.
Development of Raynaud’s phenomenon and recurrence or worsening of pre-existing Raynaud’s phenomenon have been reported in the postmarketing setting following the use of CGRP antagonists, including AJOVY. In reported cases with monoclonal antibody CGRP antagonists, symptom onset occurred a median of 71 days following dosing. Many of the cases reported serious outcomes, including hospitalizations and disability, generally related to debilitating pain.
In most reported cases, discontinuation of the CGRP antagonist resulted in resolution of symptoms.
AJOVY should be discontinued if signs or symptoms of Raynaud’s phenomenon develop and patients should be evaluated by a healthcare provider if symptoms do not resolve. Patients with a history of Raynaud’s phenomenon should be monitored for, and informed about the possibility of, worsening or recurrence of signs and symptoms.
The following clinically significant adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the labeling:
The most common adverse reactions (≥5% and greater than placebo) were injection site reactions. (6.1)
To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Teva Pharmaceuticals at 1-888-483-8279 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.
Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug, and may not reflect the rates observed in clinical practice.
Adults
The safety of AJOVY was evaluated in 2512 patients with migraine who received at least 1 dose of AJOVY, representing 1279 patient-years of exposure. Of these, 1730 patients were exposed to AJOVY 225 mg monthly or AJOVY 675 mg quarterly for at least 6 months, 775 patients for at least 12 months, and 138 patients for at least 15 months. In placebo-controlled clinical trials (Studies 1 and 2), 662 patients received AJOVY 225 mg monthly for 12 weeks (with or without a loading dose of 675 mg), and 663 patients received AJOVY 675 mg quarterly for 12 weeks [see Clinical Studies (14)]. In the controlled trials, 87% of patients were female, 80% were White, and the mean age was 41 years.
The most common adverse reactions in the clinical trials for the preventive treatment of migraine (incidence at least 5% and greater than placebo) were injection site reactions. The adverse reactions that most commonly led to discontinuations were injection site reactions (1%). Table 1 summarizes adverse reactions reported in the 3-month placebo-controlled studies (Study 1 and Study 2), and the 1-month follow-up period after those studies.
a Injection site reactions include multiple related adverse event terms, such as injection site pain, induration, and erythema.
Pediatric Patients 6 to 17 Years of Age
The safety of AJOVY was evaluated in 225 pediatric patients 6 to 17 years of age with episodic migraine who received at least one dose of AJOVY. Of these patients, 209 received AJOVY monthly for at least 6 months and 100 received AJOVY for at least 12 months. In the placebo-controlled trial (Study 3), 123 pediatric patients with episodic migraine were treated with AJOVY [see Clinical Studies (14)]. The most common adverse reactions of AJOVY observed in Study 3 were injection site reactions. Hypersensitivity reactions were also observed. Overall, the safety profile in pediatric patients is similar to the known safety profile in adults.
The following adverse reactions have been identified during postapproval use of AJOVY. Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure.
Gastrointestinal Disorders: Constipation [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)]
Immune System Disorders: Anaphylactic reactions and angioedema [see Contraindications (4) and Warnings and Precautions (5.1)]
Vascular Disorders: Hypertension [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)], Raynaud’s phenomenon [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)]
Pregnancy Exposure Registry
There is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to AJOVY during pregnancy. Healthcare providers are encouraged to register pregnant patients, or pregnant women may enroll themselves in the registry by calling 1-833-927-2605 or visiting www.tevamigrainepregnancyregistry.com.
Risk Summary
There are no adequate data on the developmental risk associated with the use of AJOVY in pregnant women. AJOVY has a long half-life [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. This should be taken into consideration for women who are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using AJOVY. Administration of fremanezumab-vfrm to rats and rabbits during the period of organogenesis or to rats throughout pregnancy and lactation at doses resulting in plasma levels greater than those expected clinically did not result in adverse effects on development [see Animal Data]. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2-4% and 15-20%, respectively. The estimated rate of major birth defects (2.2-2.9%) and miscarriage (17%) among deliveries to women with migraine are similar to rates reported in women without migraine.
Clinical Considerations
Disease-Associated Maternal and/or Embryo/Fetal Risk
Published data have suggested that women with migraine may be at increased risk of preeclampsia and gestational hypertension during pregnancy.
Data
Animal Data
When fremanezumab-vfrm (0, 50, 100, or 200 mg/kg) was administered to male and female rats by weekly subcutaneous injection prior to and during mating and continuing in females throughout organogenesis, no adverse embryofetal effects were observed. The highest dose tested was associated with plasma exposures (AUC) approximately 2 times that in humans at a dose of 675 mg.
Administration of fremanezumab-vfrm (0, 10, 50, or 100 mg/kg) weekly by subcutaneous injection to pregnant rabbits throughout the period of organogenesis produced no adverse effects on embryofetal development. The highest dose tested was associated with plasma AUC approximately 3 times that in humans (675 mg).
Administration of fremanezumab-vfrm (0, 50, 100, or 200 mg/kg) weekly by subcutaneous injection to female rats throughout pregnancy and lactation resulted in no adverse effects on pre- and postnatal development. The highest dose tested was associated with plasma AUC approximately 2 times that in humans (675 mg).
Risk Summary
There are no data on the presence of fremanezumab-vfrm in human milk, the effects on the breastfed infant, or the effects on milk production. The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother’s clinical need for AJOVY and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed infant from AJOVY or from the underlying maternal condition.
Episodic Migraine
The safety and effectiveness of AJOVY have been established in an adequate and well-controlled study for the preventive treatment of episodic migraine in pediatric patients who are 6 to 17 years of age and who weigh 45 kg or more (Study 3). The safety and efficacy profile of AJOVY in these patients was similar to the safety and efficacy profile seen in clinical trials in adults with migraine [see Adverse Reactions (6.1), Clinical Pharmacology (12.3), and Clinical Studies (14)].
AJOVY is not approved in pediatric patients weighing less than 45 kg because of the lack of an appropriate strength presentation.
The safety and effectiveness of AJOVY for the preventive treatment of episodic migraine in pediatric patients younger than 6 years of age have not been established.
Chronic Migraine
The safety and effectiveness of AJOVY for the preventive treatment of chronic migraine in pediatric patients have not been established.
Juvenile Animal Toxicity Data
Subcutaneous administration of fremanezumab-vfrm (0, 50, 150, or 450 mg/kg) to juvenile rats once weekly from postnatal day (PND) 28 to PND 63 resulted in no adverse effects on growth, sexual maturation, or neurobehavioral or reproductive function. The highest dose tested was associated with plasma drug exposures (AUC) approximately 58 times that in pediatric patients at the recommended human dose (225 mg), when calculated on a monthly basis.
Clinical studies of AJOVY did not include sufficient numbers of subjects aged 65 and over to determine whether they respond differently from younger subjects.
Fremanezumab-vfrm is a humanized IgG2Δa/kappa monoclonal antibody specific for calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) ligand. Fremanezumab-vfrm is produced by recombinant DNA technology in Chinese hamster ovary (CHO) cells. The antibody consists of 1324 amino acids and has a molecular weight of approximately 148 kDa.
AJOVY (fremanezumab-vfrm) injection is a sterile, preservative-free, clear to opalescent, colorless to slightly yellow solution for subcutaneous injection, supplied in a single-dose 225 mg/1.5 mL prefilled autoinjector and a single-dose 225 mg/1.5 mL prefilled syringe.
Each prefilled autoinjector or prefilled syringe delivers 1.5 mL of solution containing 225 mg fremanezumab-vfrm, disodium ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid dihydrate (EDTA) (0.204 mg), L-histidine (0.815 mg), L-histidine hydrochloride monohydrate (3.93 mg), polysorbate-80 (0.3 mg), sucrose (99 mg), and Water for Injection, and has a pH of 5.5.
Fremanezumab-vfrm is a humanized monoclonal antibody that binds to calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) ligand and blocks its binding to the receptor.
The relationship between the pharmacodynamic activity and the mechanism(s) by which fremanezumab-vfrm exerts its clinical effects is unknown.
Absorption
After single subcutaneous (SC) administrations of 225 mg, 675 mg, and 900 mg fremanezumab-vfrm, median time to maximum concentrations (tmax) was 5 to 7 days. Dose-proportionality, based on population PK, was observed between 225 mg to 900 mg. The geometric mean (%CV) for fremanezumab-vfrm maximum concentration (Cmax) was 29.7 (13.7%) µg/mL and total systemic exposure (AUC0-inf) was 42.5 (17.5%) h*mg/mL following administration of 225 mg fremanezumab-vfrm. The geometric mean (%CV) for fremanezumab-vfrm maximum concentration (Cmax) was 104.8 (28.8%) µg/mL and total systemic exposure (AUC0-inf) was 132.8 (31.7%) h*mg/mL following administration of 675 mg fremanezumab-vfrm. Steady state was achieved by approximately 168 days (approximately 6 months) following 225 mg SC monthly and 675 mg SC quarterly dosing regimens. Median accumulation ratio, based on once-monthly and once-quarterly dosing regimens, is approximately 2.3 and 1.2, respectively.
Distribution
Fremanezumab-vfrm has an apparent volume of distribution of approximately 6 liters, suggesting minimal distribution to the extravascular tissues.
Metabolism
Similar to other monoclonal antibodies, fremanezumab-vfrm is degraded by enzymatic proteolysis into small peptides and amino acids.
Elimination
Fremanezumab-vfrm apparent clearance was approximately 0.141 L/day. Fremanezumab-vfrm was estimated to have a half-life of approximately 31 days.
Specific Populations
No clinically significant differences in fremanezumab-vfrm pharmacokinetics were predicted based on race (White, Black, Asian, and other races), sex, mild hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh Class A), and moderate hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh Class B). The effect of severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh Class C) on fremanezumab-vfrm pharmacokinetics is unknown.
Pediatric Patients
Following subcutaneous administration of 225 mg AJOVY monthly in the pediatric population weighing 45 kg or more, the predicted steady state fremanezumab-vfrm exposures (maximum plasma concentration [Cmax], area under the plasma concentration-time curve [AUC]) are similar to those of adults.
Drug Interactions
Fremanezumab is not metabolized by cytochrome P450 enzymes; therefore, interactions with concomitant medications that are substrates, inducers, or inhibitors of cytochrome P450 enzymes are unlikely. Additionally, the effects of medications for the acute treatment (specifically analgesics, ergots, and triptans) and preventive treatment of migraine were evaluated in a population PK model, and found not to influence fremanezumab exposure.
The observed incidence of anti-drug antibodies is highly dependent on the sensitivity and specificity of the assay. Differences in assay methods preclude meaningful comparisons of the incidence of anti-drug antibodies in the studies described below with the incidence of anti-drug antibodies in other studies, including those of fremanezumab-vfrm or of other fremanezumab products.
In 3-month, placebo-controlled studies in adult patients, treatment-emergent anti-drug antibodies were observed in 0.4% (6 out of 1701) AJOVY-treated patients. One of the 6 patients developed anti-AJOVY neutralizing antibodies at Day 84. In the long-term, open-label study, anti-drug antibodies were detected in 1.6% of patients (30 out of 1888). Out of 30 anti-drug antibody-positive patients, 17 had a neutralizing activity in their post-dose samples. Although these data do not demonstrate an impact of anti-fremanezumab-vfrm antibody development on efficacy or safety of AJOVY in these patients, available data are too limited to make definitive conclusions.
In the 3-month, placebo-controlled study in pediatric patients with episodic migraine, treatment-emergent anti-drug antibody responses were observed in 2 out of 123 (1.6%) AJOVY-treated patients. One of the 2 patients developed anti-fremanezumab-vfrm neutralizing antibodies at Day 84. The available data are too limited to make definitive conclusions about the impact of the development of anti-fremanezumab-vfrm antibodies on the pharmacokinetics, efficacy, or safety of AJOVY in pediatric patients.
Carcinogenesis
Carcinogenicity studies of fremanezumab-vfrm were not conducted.
Mutagenesis
Genetic toxicology studies of fremanezumab-vfrm were not conducted.
Impairment of Fertility
When fremanezumab-vfrm (0, 50, 100, or 200 mg/kg) was administered to male and female rats by weekly subcutaneous injection prior to and during mating and continuing in females throughout organogenesis, no adverse effects on male or female fertility were observed. The highest dose tested was associated with plasma exposures (AUC) approximately 2 times that in humans at a dose of 675 mg.
Adults
The efficacy of AJOVY was evaluated as a preventive treatment of episodic or chronic migraine in adult patients in two multicenter, randomized, 3-month, double-blind, placebo-controlled studies (Study 1 and Study 2, respectively).
Episodic Migraine
Study 1 (NCT 02629861) included adults with a history of episodic migraine (patients with <15 headache days per month). All patients were randomized (1:1:1) to receive subcutaneous injections of either AJOVY 675 mg every three months (quarterly), AJOVY 225 mg monthly, or placebo monthly, over a 3-month treatment period. Patients were allowed to use acute headache treatments during the study. A subset of patients (21%) was allowed to use one additional concomitant preventive medication.
The study excluded patients with a history of significant cardiovascular disease, vascular ischemia, or thrombotic events, such as cerebrovascular accident, transient ischemic attacks, deep vein thrombosis, or pulmonary embolism.
The primary efficacy endpoint was the mean change from baseline in the monthly average number of migraine days during the 3-month treatment period. Secondary endpoints included the proportion of patients reaching at least a 50% reduction in monthly average number of migraine days during the 3-month treatment period, the mean change from baseline in the monthly average number of days of use of any acute headache medication during the 3-month treatment period, and the mean change from baseline in the number of migraine days during the first month of the treatment period.
In Study 1, a total of 875 patients (742 females, 133 males), ranging in age from 18 to 70 years, were randomized. A total of 791 patients completed the 3-month double-blind phase. The mean migraine frequency at baseline was approximately 9 migraine days per month, and was similar across treatment groups.
Both monthly and quarterly dosing regimens of AJOVY demonstrated statistically significant improvements for efficacy endpoints compared to placebo over the 3-month period, as summarized in Table 3.
Figure 1 displays the mean change from baseline in the average monthly number of migraine days in Study 1.
Figure 1: Change from Baseline in Monthly Migraine Days in Study 1a
Figure 2 shows the distribution of change from baseline in mean monthly migraine days in bins of 2 days by treatment group in Study 1. A treatment benefit over placebo for both doses of AJOVY is seen across a range of changes from baseline in monthly migraine days.
Figure 2: Distribution of Change from Baseline in Mean Monthly Migraine Days by Treatment Group in Study 1
Chronic Migraine
Study 2 (NCT 02621931) included adults with a history of chronic migraine (patients with ≥15 headache days per month). All patients were randomized (1:1:1) to receive subcutaneous injections of either AJOVY 675 mg starting dose followed by 225 mg monthly, 675 mg every 3 months (quarterly), or placebo monthly, over a 3-month treatment period. Patients were allowed to use acute headache treatments during the study. A subset of patients (21%) was allowed to use one additional concomitant, preventive medication.
The study excluded patients with a history of significant cardiovascular disease, vascular ischemia, or thrombotic events, such as cerebrovascular accident, transient ischemic attacks, deep vein thrombosis, or pulmonary embolism.
The primary efficacy endpoint was the mean change from baseline in the monthly average number of headache days of at least moderate severity during the 3-month treatment period. The secondary endpoints were the mean change from baseline in the monthly average number of migraine days during the 3-month treatment period, the proportion of patients reaching at least 50% reduction in the monthly average number of headache days of at least moderate severity during the 3-month treatment period, the mean change from baseline in the monthly average number of days of use of any acute headache medication during the 3-month treatment period, and the mean change from baseline in the number of headache days of at least moderate severity during the first month of treatment.
In Study 2, a total of 1130 patients (991 females, 139 males), ranging in age from 18 to 70 years, were randomized. A total of 1034 patients completed the 3-month double-blind phase.
Both monthly and quarterly dosing regimens of AJOVY treatment demonstrated statistically significant improvement for key efficacy outcomes compared to placebo, as summarized in Table 4.
aIn Study 2, patients received a 675 mg starting dose.
bUsed for chronic migraine diagnosis.
cUsed for primary endpoint analysis.
Figure 3 displays the mean change from baseline in the average monthly number of headache days of at least moderate severity in Study 2.
Figure 3: Change from Baseline in Monthly Headache Days of At Least Moderate Severity in Study 2a
Figure 4 shows the distribution of change from baseline in monthly headache days of at least moderate severity at month 3 in bins of 3 days by treatment group. A treatment benefit over placebo for both dosing regimens of AJOVY is seen across a range of changes from baseline in headache days.
Figure 4: Distribution of Mean Change from Baseline in Monthly Headache Days of At Least Moderate Severity by Treatment Group in Study 2
*In Study 2, patients received a 675 mg starting dose.
Pediatric Patients 6 to 17 Years of Age
The efficacy of AJOVY for the preventive treatment of episodic migraine in pediatric patients 6 to 17 years of age was evaluated in a multicenter, randomized, 3-month, double-blind, placebo-controlled study (Study 3).
Episodic Migraine
Study 3 (NCT 04458857) included pediatric patients 6 to 17 years of age with a history of episodic migraine (patients with <15 headache days per month). All patients were randomized (1:1) to receive monthly subcutaneous injections of either AJOVY or placebo, over a 3-month period. Patients who weighed 45 kg or more received AJOVY 225 mg and patients who weighed under 45 kg received AJOVY 120 mg [see Dosage and Administration (2.1)]. Patients were allowed to use acute headache treatments during the study. A subset of patients (21%) was allowed to use up to two additional concomitant preventive medications. The study excluded patients with clinically significant cardiovascular disease.
The primary efficacy endpoint was the mean change from baseline in the monthly average number of migraine days during the 3-month treatment period. Secondary endpoints included the proportion of patients reaching at least a 50% reduction in monthly average number of migraine days during the 3-month treatment period; the mean change from baseline in the monthly average number of days of use of any acute headache medication during the 3-month treatment period; and the mean change from baseline in monthly average number of headache days of at least moderate severity during the 3-month treatment period.
In Study 3, a total of 235 patients (130 females, 105 males) were randomized. A total of 225 patients completed the 3-month, double-blind treatment period.
AJOVY demonstrated statistically significant improvements for efficacy endpoints compared to placebo over the 3-month period, as summarized in Table 5.
a One patient in the placebo group was excluded from the analysis due to not having at least 10 days of post-baseline efficacy data.
Figure 5 displays the mean change from baseline in the average monthly number of migraine days in Study 3.
Figure 5: Distribution of Change from Baseline in Mean Monthly Migraine Days by Placebo and Combined AJOVY Group (Full Analysis Set) in Study 3.
AJOVY (fremanezumab-vfrm) injection is a sterile, preservative-free, clear to opalescent, colorless to slightly yellow solution for subcutaneous administration.
AJOVY is not made with natural rubber latex.
AJOVY is supplied as follows:
Prefilled Autoinjector
Prefilled Syringe
Advise the patient and/or caregiver to read the FDA-approved patient labeling (Patient Information and Instructions for Use).
Information on Preparation and Administration
Instruct patients who are 13 years and older and/or caregivers on proper subcutaneous administration technique, including aseptic technique, and how to use the single-dose prefilled syringe [see Dosage and Administration (2.2)]. Instruct patients and/or caregivers to read and follow the Instructions for Use each time they use AJOVY.
Instruct patients who are prescribed the regimen of 675 mg every 3 months to administer the dosage as three consecutive subcutaneous injections of 225 mg each [see Dosage and Administration (2.1)].
Hypersensitivity Reactions
Inform patients about the signs and symptoms of hypersensitivity reactions and that these reactions can occur up to 1 month after administration. Advise patients to contact their healthcare provider if signs or symptoms of hypersensitivity reactions occur and to seek immediate medical attention if they experience serious or severe hypersensitivity reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].
Constipation with Serious Complications
Inform patients that constipation with serious complications can occur with AJOVY. Advise patients to contact their healthcare providers if they experience severe constipation [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)].
Hypertension
Inform patients that hypertension can develop or pre-existing hypertension can worsen with AJOVY, and that they should contact their healthcare provider if they experience elevation in their blood pressure [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3 )].
Raynaud's Phenomenon
Inform patients that Raynaud’s phenomenon can develop or worsen with AJOVY. Advise patients to discontinue AJOVY and contact their healthcare provider if they experience signs or symptoms of Raynaud’s phenomenon [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)].
Pregnancy
Advise women that there is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to AJOVY during pregnancy [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1)].
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Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
North Wales, PA 19454
US License No. 2016
AJOVY ® (fremanezumab-vfrm), its use, or its process of manufacture, may be protected by one or more United States patents, including US 8,007,794, US 8,586,045, US 9,896,502, US 10,519,224, and US 10,899,826.
©2026 Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
AJO-013
Rev. 6/2026
This Patient Information has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Revised: 6/2026
AJOVY® (a-JO-vee)
(fremanezumab-vfrm) injection
prefilled autoinjector, for subcutaneous use
For subcutaneous injection only.
Read and follow the Instructions for Use for your AJOVY prefilled autoinjector before you start using it and each time you get a refill.
Important:
You or your caregiver may give AJOVY. You should not get your first dose of AJOVY until you or your caregiver receive training from a healthcare provider on the right way to use AJOVY.
Storage Conditions:
Do not shake AJOVY.
AJOVY prefilled autoinjector (Before use). See Figure A.
Figure A
AJOVY prefilled autoinjector (After use). See Figure B.
Figure B
Step 1. Check the dose your healthcare provider has prescribed.
AJOVY comes as a single-dose (one time) prefilled autoinjector. Your healthcare provider will prescribe the dose that is best for you.
Before you inject, always check the label of your single-dose prefilled autoinjector to make sure you have the correct medicine and the correct dose of AJOVY. If you are not sure of your dose, ask your healthcare provider.
How do I inject AJOVY?
Step 2. Remove the prefilled autoinjector from the carton.
Important: If there are any unused autoinjectors left in the carton, put the carton and unused autoinjectors back in the refrigerator.
Figure C
Step 3. Gather the supplies you will need to inject AJOVY.
- If your dose is 225 mg, you will need 1 AJOVY 225 mg prefilled autoinjector.
- If your dose is 675 mg, you will need 3 AJOVY 225 mg prefilled autoinjectors.
- Alcohol swabs (not supplied).
- Gauze pads or cotton balls (not supplied).
- Sharps disposal or puncture-resistant container (not supplied).
Figure D
Step 4. Let AJOVY reach room temperature.
Step 5. Wash your hands.
Step 6. Look closely at your AJOVY prefilled autoinjector.
Note : You may see air bubbles in the prefilled autoinjector. This is normal. Do not remove the air bubbles from the prefilled autoinjector before giving your injection.
Injecting AJOVY with these air bubbles will not harm you.
Figure E
Step 7: Choose your injection area.
Figure F
Note : There are some injection areas on your body that are hard to reach (like the back of your arm). You may need help from someone who has been instructed on how to give your injection if you cannot reach certain injection areas.
Step 8. Clean your injection area.
Step 9. Remove protective cap and do not replace.
Figure G
Step 10. Give your injection.
Figure H
10.3 Check that the blue plunger has filled the viewing window and remove the autoinjector from the skin by lifting the prefilled autoinjector straight up (see Figure I).
Note : When the blue plunger has filled the viewing window you will be able to see the gray stopper.
As the prefilled autoinjector is lifted from the skin, the needle shield returns to the original (before use) position and locks into place, covering the needle.
Do not try to put the protective cap back on the used prefilled autoinjector as it is no longer needed.
Do not try to re-use the prefilled autoinjector.
Figure I
Step 11. Apply pressure to the injection site.
Step 12. Dispose of your prefilled autoinjector right away.
Injection Complete
This Instructions for Use has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Manufactured by:
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
North Wales, PA 19454
US License No. 2016
©2025 Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
AJOIFU-AI-005
Revised: 8/2025
AJOVY® (a-JO-vee)
(fremanezumab-vfrm) injection
prefilled syringe, for subcutaneous use
For subcutaneous injection only.
Read and follow the Instructions for Use for your AJOVY prefilled syringe before you start using it and each time you get a refill.
Important:
You or your caregiver may give AJOVY. You should not get your first dose of AJOVY until you or your caregiver receive training from a healthcare provider on the right way to use AJOVY.
Storage Conditions:
AJOVY prefilled syringe (Before use). See Figure A.
Figure A
AJOVY prefilled syringe (After use). See Figure B.
Figure B
Step 1. Check the dose your healthcare provider has prescribed.
AJOVY comes as a single-dose (one time) prefilled syringe. Your healthcare provider will prescribe the dose that is best for you.
Before you inject, always check the label of your single-dose prefilled syringe to make sure you have the correct medicine and the correct dose of AJOVY. If you are not sure of your dose, ask your healthcare provider.
How do I inject AJOVY?
Step 2. Remove the prefilled syringe from the carton.
Figure C
Step 3. Gather the supplies you will need to inject AJOVY.
- If your dose is 225 mg, you will need 1 AJOVY 225 mg prefilled syringe.
- If your dose is 675 mg, you will need 3 AJOVY 225 mg prefilled syringes.
- alcohol swabs (not supplied).
- gauze pads or cotton balls (not supplied).
- sharps disposal or puncture-resistant container (not supplied).
Figure D
Step 4. Let AJOVY reach room temperature.
Step 5. Wash your hands.
Step 6. Look closely at your AJOVY prefilled syringe.
Note: You may see air bubbles in the prefilled syringe. This is normal. Do not remove the air bubbles from the prefilled syringe before giving your injection. Injecting AJOVY with these air bubbles will not harm you.
Figure E
Step 7. Choose your injection area.
Figure F
Note: There are some injection areas on your body that are hard to reach (like the back of your arm). You may need help from someone who has been instructed on how to give your injection if you cannot reach certain injection areas.
Step 8. Clean your injection area.
Step 9. Remove needle cap and do not replace.
Figure G
Step 10. Give your injection following the 4 steps below.
Step 11. Remove the needle from your skin.
Figure H
Step 12. Apply pressure to the injection site.
Step 13. Dispose of your prefilled syringe right away.
Injection Complete
This Instructions for Use has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Manufactured by:
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
North Wales, PA 19454
US License No. 2016
©2025 Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
AJOIFU-PFS-005
Revised: 8/2025
NDC 51759-204-10
Rx only
AJOVY
®
(fremanezumab-vfrm) injection 225 mg/1.5 mL
FOR SUBCUTANEOUS USE ONLY
One single-dose prefilled syringe
Store in refrigerator at 36°F to 46°F (2° to 8°C) in the original carton to protect from light. DO NOT FREEZE. DO NOT SHAKE. If needed, AJOVY® may be kept at room temperature up to 86°F (30°C) for 7 days. Once stored at room temperature, do not place back in the refrigerator. Discard after 7 days.
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NDC 51759-202-10
Rx only
AJOVY (fremanezumab-vfrm) injection 225 mg/1.5 mL
FOR SUBCUTANEOUS USE ONLY
One single-dose prefilled autoinjector
Store in refrigerator at 36°F to 46°F (2° to 8°C) in the original carton to protect from light. DO NOT FREEZE. DO NOT SHAKE. If needed, AJOVY® may be kept at room temperature up to 86°F (30°C) for 7 days. Once stored at room temperature, do not place back in the refrigerator. Discard after 7 days.
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NDC 51759-202-22
Rx only
AJOVY (fremanezumab-vfrm) injection 225 mg/1.5 mL
FOR SUBCUTANEOUS USE ONLY
3 x 225 mg/1.5 mL single-dose prefilled autoinjectors
Store in refrigerator at 36°F to 46°F (2° to 8°C) in the original carton to protect from light. DO NOT FREEZE. DO NOT SHAKE. If needed, AJOVY® may be kept at room temperature up to 86°F (30°C) for 7 days. Once stored at room temperature, do not place back in the refrigerator. Discard after 7 days.
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