Subject: Specialty Quantity Limit Adbry 5126-H P2024
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ADBRY
(tralokinumab-ldrm)
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Policy:
I. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The standard limit is designed to allow a quantity sufficient for the most common uses of the
medication. If the member’s plan allows a quantity limit exception review for the requested
medication, coverage of an additional quantity may be provided up to the exception limit with
prior authorization.
II. COVERED QUANTITIES
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Medication
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Standard Limit
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Exception Limit*
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FDA-recommended dosing
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Adbry (tralokinumab-ldrm) 150 mg/mL prefilled syringe
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4 syringes per 28 days
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4 syringes per 14 days
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• Adults: Initial dose of 600 mg (four 150 mg injections), followed by 300 mg (two 150 mg injections) administered every other week. After 16 weeks of treatment, for patients with body weight below 100 kg who achieve clear or almost clear skin, a dosage of 300 mg every 4 weeks may be considered.
• 12 to 17 years old: Initial dose of 300 mg (two 150 mg injections), followed by 150 mg (one 150 mg injection) every other week.
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*Coverage up to the exception limits may be provided with prior authorization via the Specialty Post Limit Quantity Exception Criteria for approval.
Place of Service:
Outpatient
The above policy is based on the following references:
- Adbry [package insert]. Madison, NJ: LEO Pharma Inc.; December 2023.
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April 11, 2024