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For the treatment of iron deficiency anemia in adult patients with chronic kidney disease not on dialysis

Who may be appropriate for AURYXIA?

There are many options when it comes to prescribing a treatment for iron deficiency anemia.


AURYXIA is contraindicated in patients with iron overload syndromes, eg, hemochromatosis.

Patients to consider for AURYXIA

Adults with CKD stage 3, 4, or 5, with iron deficiency anemia not on dialysis who1,2*:

  • Have commercial insurance or
  • Are non-compliant or unsuccessful with traditional oral iron therapy or
  • Prefer oral administration or
  • Prefer treatment from the comfort of their home

*CKD=chronic kidney disease.

Not an actual patient.

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“ With different oral formulations available, specifically AURYXIA, you've got a medication that's been FDA approved for the treatment of anemia in CKD-NDD.”

— Richard J. Lund, MD, NephrologistHear from your peers on why they prescribe AURYXIA

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MECHANISM OF ACTION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION AND INDICATION

CONTRAINDICATION

AURYXIA® (ferric citrate) is contraindicated in patients with iron overload syndromes, e.g., hemochromatosis

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

  • Iron Overload: Increases in serum ferritin and transferrin saturation (TSAT) were observed in clinical trials with AURYXIA in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) on dialysis treated for hyperphosphatemia, which may lead to excessive elevations in iron stores. Assess iron parameters prior to initiating AURYXIA and monitor while on therapy. Patients receiving concomitant intravenous (IV) iron may require a reduction in dose or discontinuation of IV iron therapy
  • Risk of Overdosage in Children Due to Accidental Ingestion: Accidental ingestion and resulting overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6 years of age. Advise patients of the risks to children and to keep AURYXIA out of the reach of children

ADVERSE REACTIONS
The most common adverse reactions reported with AURYXIA in clinical trials were:

  • Iron Deficiency Anemia in CKD Not on Dialysis: Discolored feces (22%), diarrhea (21%), constipation (18%), nausea (10%), abdominal pain (5%) and hyperkalemia (5%)

SPECIFIC POPULATIONS

  • Pregnancy and Lactation: There are no available data on AURYXIA use in pregnant women to inform a drug-associated risk of major birth defects and miscarriage. However, an overdose of iron in pregnant women may carry a risk for spontaneous abortion, gestational diabetes and fetal malformation. Data from rat studies have shown the transfer of iron into milk, hence, there is a possibility of infant exposure when AURYXIA is administered to a nursing woman

INDICATION

AURYXIA® (ferric citrate) is indicated for:

  • The treatment of iron deficiency anemia in adult patients with chronic kidney disease not on dialysis

To report suspected adverse reactions, contact Akebia Therapeutics, Inc. at 1-844-445-3799

Please see full Prescribing Information

REFERENCES

  1. AURYXIA® [Package Insert]. Cambridge, MA: Akebia Therapeutics, Inc.; 2021.
  2. Fishbane S, Pollack S, Feldman H, Joffe MM. Iron indices in chronic kidney disease in the National Health and Nutritional Examination Survey 1988-2004. Clin J Am Soc Nephrol. 2009;4(1):57-61.
  3. Webster AC, Nagler EV, Morton RL, Masson P. Chronic kidney disease. Lancet. 2017;389(10075):1238-1252.
  4. Yagil Y, Fadem SZ, Kant KS, et al. Managing hyperphosphatemia in patients with chronic kidney disease on dialysis with ferric citrate: latest evidence and clinical usefulness. Ther Adv Chronic Dis. 2015;6(5):252-263.
  5. Kalantar-Zadeh K, Streja E, Miller JE, Nissenson AR. Intravenous iron versus erythropoiesis-stimulating agents: friends or foes in treating chronic kidney disease anemia? Adv Chronic Kidney Dis. 2009;16(2):143-151.