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FDA Approves Benlysta Autoinjector for Kids with Active Lupus Nephritis

GSK’s approval expands belimumab treatment options, offering a first-of-its-kind subcutaneous option that can be administered at home.

By: Rachel Klemovitch

Assistant Editor

GSK plc received US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for a 200 mg/mL autoinjector of Benlysta (belimumab), a B-lymphocyte stimulator (BlyS)-specific inhibiting monoclonal antibody, for subcutaneous injection in patients five years of age and older with active lupus nephritis (LN) who are receiving standard therapy.  GSK is expanding choices for belimumab treatment, offering pediatric lupus nephritis patients and caregivers a first-of-its-kind subcutaneous option that can be adminis...

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