Patient Experience

Help your patients rediscover their everyday

Acute hepatic porphyria (AHP) causes severe and debilitating attacks that can disrupt and overwhelm the lives of patients with the disease. GIVLAARI® (givosiran) may help reduce AHP attacks in adults.^1,2

Mike and Amalia are real patients diagnosed with AHP and taking GIVLAARI. Amalia is an Alnylam Patient Ambassador taking GIVLAARI. Explore their profiles and discover their unique journeys with the disease. Below, you will also find helpful resources for your patients who are considering treatment with GIVLAARI.

Mike’s Journey

"I would describe porphyria as a thief. It has taken everything from me."

Mike is a working father of two whose long battle and eventual diagnosis with acute intermittent porphyria (AIP) changed the trajectory of his life.

+SEE AMALIA'S JOURNEY

History with AHP

Pre-diagnosis

Began having mild attacks that became significantly more aggressive over time
- Attacks initially felt like heartburn and progressed into severe abdominal pain
Cholecystectomy performed
Tested for Crohn's disease and appendicitis
Misdiagnosed with prostatitis and an intestinal infection
Labeled as "drug seeking" at the pain clinic

Post-diagnosis

Diagnosed with AIP 4 years after first attack
Visited ER every 3-6 weeks due to attacks
Prescription pain medications

Amalia's Journey

"Your pain is real; it is valid, and you don’t have to go through it alone."

Amalia had a lot of goals and ambitions as she started her freshman year of college. A year later, she was diagnosed with acute intermittent porphyria (AIP) and had to put her dream of helping others on hold to focus on her health.

Real GIVLAARI® patient Mike's Journey with AIP

+SEE MIKE'S JOURNEY

History with AHP

Pre-diagnosis

Experienced childhood allergies to certain foods and materials
Began having mild attacks that became significantly more aggressive over time
- Attacks initially felt like nausea and progressed into severe abdominal pain
Visited emergency room several times without receiving any diagnosis
Tested for appendix and gallbladder issues
Was refused pain medication by emergency room

Post-diagnosis

Diagnosed with AIP after finding out it was genetic
Avoided managing disease until attacks became too severe
Started seeing therapist due to anxiety
Visited hospital every month for cyclical attacks

Life with AHP Today

Treatment

GIVLAARI – Once-monthly subcutaneous injection²

Day-to-day living with AIP

Experienced a reduction in attacks
Monitors/avoids common attack triggers (alcohol, smoking, certain medications, etc)^3,4
Has occasional fatigue and nausea during menstrual cycle

Individual results may vary.

"The reason I stay on GIVLAARI is because with fewer attacks, I feel like I have more control back in my life. I’m able to make plans for the future." –Amalia

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Resources for your patients

Alnylam is committed to providing disease and product information to patients considering or currently taking GIVLAARI. Learn how your patients can get access to educational resources.

Connect your patients with Alnylam Assist^® for patient support services

Alnylam Assist^® can help your patients throughout treatment with GIVLAARI:

Alnylam Case Managers

Case Managers are available to help your patients navigate insurance benefits and get started on GIVLAARI.

Alnylam Patient Education Liaisons (PELs)

Alnylam PELs have backgrounds in nursing and are experienced in educating about acute hepatic porphyria. PELs are employees of Alnylam Pharmaceuticals and do not provide medical advice. All diagnosis and treatment decisions should be made by the treating physician and their patients.

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Materials to help your patients along the way

The Patient Welcome Kit provides a number of helpful resources for your patients who are getting started on GIVLAARI:

Starting Your Journey Brochure – A guide to starting treatment with GIVLAARI

GIVLAARI Treatment Journal – For patients to keep handy as they continue treatment. It can help them keep track of important milestones and learn about ways to potentially manage side effects with their doctor

Alnylam Assist^® Brochure – Helps patients get access to GIVLAARI and describes patient support services

Notebook & Pen – For patients to track their treatment journey

Answer your patients' frequently asked questions

Your patients may have questions about treatment with GIVLAARI. Get answers to common questions that patients may ask when considering or taking GIVLAARI.

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Do you have more questions about GIVLAARI?

Schedule an informative discussion with a GIVLAARI Representative.

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References: 1. Anderson KE, Bloomer JR, Bonkovsky HL, et al. Ann Intern Med. 2005;142:439-451. 2. GIVLAARI [prescribing information]. Cambridge, MA: Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 3. Balwani M, Wang B, Anderson KE, et al; Porphyrias Consortium of the Rare Diseases Clinical Research Network. Hepatology. 2017;66:1314-1322. 4. Lin CS-Y, Lee M-J, Park SB, Kiernan MC. Clin Neurophysiol. 2011;122:2336-2344.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Contraindications

GIVLAARI® (givosiran) is contraindicated in patients with known severe hypersensitivity to givosiran. Reactions have included anaphylaxis.

Anaphylactic Reaction

Anaphylaxis has occurred with GIVLAARI treatment (<1% of patients in clinical trials). Ensure that medical support is available to appropriately manage anaphylactic reactions when administering GIVLAARI. Monitor for signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis. If anaphylaxis occurs, immediately discontinue administration of GIVLAARI and institute appropriate medical treatment.

Hepatic Toxicity

Transaminase elevations (ALT) of at least 3 times the upper limit of normal (ULN) were observed in 15% of patients receiving GIVLAARI in the placebo-controlled trial. Transaminase elevations primarily occurred between 3 to 5 months following initiation of treatment.

Measure liver function tests prior to initiating treatment with GIVLAARI, repeat every month during the first 6 months of treatment, and as clinically indicated thereafter. Interrupt or discontinue treatment with GIVLAARI for severe or clinically significant transaminase elevations. In patients who have dose interruption and subsequent improvement, reduce the dose to 1.25 mg/kg once monthly. The dose may be increased to the recommended dose of 2.5 mg/kg once monthly if there is no recurrence of severe or clinically significant transaminase elevations at the 1.25 mg/kg dose.

Renal Toxicity

Increases in serum creatinine levels and decreases in estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) have been reported during treatment with GIVLAARI. In the placebo-controlled study, 15% of patients receiving GIVLAARI experienced a renally-related adverse reaction. The median increase in creatinine at Month 3 was 0.07 mg/dL. Monitor renal function during treatment with GIVLAARI as clinically indicated.

Injection Site Reactions

Injection site reactions were reported in 25% of patients receiving GIVLAARI in the placebo-controlled trial. Symptoms included erythema, pain, pruritus, rash, discoloration, or swelling around the injection site. One (2%) patient experienced a single, transient, recall reaction of erythema at a prior injection site with a subsequent dose administration.

Blood Homocysteine Increased

Increases in blood homocysteine levels have occurred in patients receiving GIVLAARI. In the ENVISION study, during the open label extension, adverse reactions of blood homocysteine increased were reported in 15 of 93 (16%) patients treated with GIVLAARI. Measure blood homocysteine levels prior to initiating treatment and monitor for changes during treatment with GIVLAARI. In patients with elevated blood homocysteine levels, assess folate, vitamins B12 and B6. Consider treatment with a supplement containing vitamin B6 (as monotherapy or a multivitamin preparation).

Pancreatitis

Cases of acute pancreatitis, some severe, have been reported in patients receiving GIVLAARI. To ensure appropriate management, consider acute pancreatitis as a potential diagnosis in patients with signs/symptoms of acute pancreatitis. Consider interruption and/or discontinuation of GIVLAARI treatment for severe cases.

Drug Interactions

Concomitant use of GIVLAARI increases the concentration of CYP1A2 or CYP2D6 substrates, which may increase adverse reactions of these substrates. Avoid concomitant use of GIVLAARI with CYP1A2 or CYP2D6 substrates for which minimal concentration changes may lead to serious or life-threatening toxicities. If concomitant use is unavoidable, decrease the CYP1A2 or CYP2D6 substrate dosage in accordance with approved product labeling.

Adverse Reactions

The most common adverse reactions that occurred in patients receiving GIVLAARI were nausea (27%) and injection site reactions (25%).

INDICATION

GIVLAARI is indicated for the treatment of adults with acute hepatic porphyria (AHP).

For additional information about GIVLAARI, please see full Prescribing Information.