Bamlanivimab Solution for Injection

What is this medication?

BAMLANIVIMAB (bam lan iv' i mab) is a monoclonal antibody. It is used with another monoclonal antibody to treat COVID-19 in patients who are not hospitalized. It is also used to reduce the risk of getting COVID-19. It is for patients at risk of getting severe symptoms of COVID-19. It may decrease the risk of developing severe symptoms of COVID-19. It may also decrease the chance of going to the hospital. This medication is not approved by the FDA. The FDA has authorized emergency use of this medication during the COVID-19 pandemic.

This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.

What should I tell my care team before I take this medication?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

• Any allergies
• Any serious illness
• Have received a COVID-19 vaccine
• Liver disease
• An unusual or allergic reaction to bamlanivimab, etesevimab, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
• Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• Breast-feeding

How should I use this medication?

This medication is for infusion into a vein. It is given by your care team in a clinic setting.

Talk to your care team regarding the use of this medication in children. While this medication may be prescribed for children as young as newborns for selected conditions, precautions do apply.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.

NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

What if I miss a dose?

This does not apply.

What may interact with this medication?

• COVID-19 vaccines

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.

What should I watch for while using this medication?

Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medication. Visit your care team for regular checkups. Tell your care team if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse.

After receiving this medication, you will need to wait before getting the COVID-19 vaccine. Talk to your care team about when you can receive the COVID-19 vaccine.

What side effects may I notice from receiving this medication?

Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:

• Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
• Infusion-related reactions—chest pain or chest tightness, chills, fever, flushing, stomach pain, trouble breathing

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):

• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Pain, redness, or irritation at injection site

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Where should I keep my medication?

This medication is given in a clinic and will not be stored at home.

NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.