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200 mg/mL, Solution
INN: BELIMUMAB
Data updated: 2026-04-25
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Form
SOLUTION
Dosage
200 mg/mL
Route
SUBCUTANEOUS
Storage
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GlaxoSmithKline LLC
ATC Code
L04AG04
Source
OPENFDA_NDC
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ARTG
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BENLYSTA is indicated for:,add-on therapy for reducing disease activity in adult patients with active, autoantibody-positive systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) with a high degree of disease activity (e.g. ANA titre greater than or equal to 1:80 and/or anti-dsDNA titre greater than or equal to 30 IU/mL) despite standard therapy.,treatment of active lupus nephritis in adult patients who are receiving standard therapy.,The safety and efficacy of BENLYSTA have not been evaluated in patients with severe active central nervous system lupus.
⚠️ Warnings
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of cancer, chronic infection, depression, mental illness, any allergy, infection, flu-like symptoms, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
• In depression patients, this medication may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts; if it is so consult with your doctor.
• Avoid live vaccination during the treatment period.