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Introducing LITFULO (ritlecitinib) The first and only FDA-approved treatment for severe alopecia areata in both adults and adolescents as young as 12.1,2

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INDICATION LITFULO is a kinase inhibitor indicated for the treatment of severe alopecia areata in adults and adolescents 12 years and older.

Limitations of Use: Not recommended for use in combination with other JAK inhibitors, biologic immunomodulators, cyclosporine or other potent immunosuppressants.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING: SERIOUS INFECTIONS, MORTALITY, MALIGNANCY, MAJOR ADVERSE CARDIOVASCULAR EVENTS (MACE), AND THROMBOSIS SERIOUS INFECTIONS Patients treated with LITFULO are at increased risk of serious bacterial, fungal, viral and opportunistic infections that may lead to hospitalization or death, including tuberculosis (TB). The most frequent serious infections reported with LITFULO have been appendicitis, COVID-19 infection (including pneumonia), and sepsis. Among opportunistic infections, multi-dermatomal herpes zoster was reported with LITFULO. Avoid use of LITFULO in patients with an active, serious infection. Consider the risks and benefits of treatment prior to initiating LITFULO in patients:

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• with chronic or recurrent infection • who have been exposed to tuberculosis (TB) • with a history of serious infection or an opportunistic infection • who have resided or traveled in areas of endemic TB or mycoses, or • with underlying conditions that may predispose them to infection Closely monitor patients for the development of signs and symptoms of infection during and after treatment with LITFULO. Interrupt treatment if a patient develops a serious or opportunistic infection. A patient who develops a new infection during treatment with LITFULO should undergo prompt and complete diagnostic testing appropriate for an immunocompromised patient, appropriate antimicrobial therapy should be initiated, and the patient should be closely monitored. LITFULO may be resumed once the infection is controlled.

Tuberculosis LITFULO should not be given to patients with active TB. Screen patients for TB before starting and monitor during therapy. Anti-TB therapy should be started prior to initiating therapy with LITFULO in patients with a new diagnosis of latent TB or previously untreated latent TB.

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No matter what type of insurance your patients have, financial support may be available.

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You and your patients can connect with a Patient Support Representative by calling 1-833-956-DERM (1-833-956-3376), Monday-Friday, 8AM-8PM ET.

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*Eligibility required. No membership fees. This is not health insurance. Maximum benefit per patient is $15,000 per calendar year. Only for use with commercial insurance. If you are enrolled in a state or federally funded prescription insurance program, you may not use the copay card. Terms and conditions apply.

Please see additional Important Safety Information and Brief Summary of Prescribing Information on the following pages.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION (cont’d) SERIOUS INFECTIONS (cont’d) In patients with a negative latent TB test, consider anti-TB therapy before initiating treatment with LITFULO in those at high risk and consider screening patients at high risk for TB during treatment with LITFULO. Viral Reactivation Viral reactivation, including cases of herpes virus reactivation (eg, herpes zoster), was reported in clinical trials. If a patient develops herpes zoster, consider interrupting treatment until the episode resolves. Screening for viral hepatitis should be performed in accordance with clinical guidelines before starting therapy with LITFULO. Patients with evidence of HIV infection or hepatitis B or C infection were excluded from clinical trials.

MORTALITY In a large, randomized, postmarketing safety study of another Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitor in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients 50 years of age and older with at least one cardiovascular risk factor, a higher rate of all-cause mortality, including sudden cardiovascular death, was observed in RA patients treated with the JAK inhibitor compared with tumor necrosis factor (TNF) blockers. Consider the benefits and risks for the individual patient prior to initiating or continuing therapy with LITFULO. LITFULO is not approved for use in RA patients.

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In a large, randomized, postmarketing safety study of another JAK inhibitor in RA patients, a higher rate of malignancies (excluding NMSC) was observed in patients treated with the JAK inhibitor compared to those treated with TNF blockers.

A higher rate of lymphomas was observed in patients treated with the JAK inhibitor compared to those treated with TNF blockers. A higher rate of lung cancers was observed in current or past smokers treated with the JAK inhibitor compared to those treated with TNF blockers. In this study, current or past smokers had an additional increased risk of overall malignancies.

The risks and benefits of ritlecitinib treatment should be considered prior to initiating or continuing therapy in patients with a known malignancy other than successfully treated NMSC or cervical cancer.

Periodic skin examination is recommended for patients who are at increased risk for skin cancer.

MAJOR ADVERSE CARDIOVASCULAR EVENTS (MACE) In a large, randomized, postmarketing safety study of another JAK inhibitor in RA patients 50 years of age and older with at least one cardiovascular risk factor, a higher rate of MACE (defined as cardiovascular death, non-fatal myocardial infarction [MI], and non-fatal stroke) was observed with the JAK inhibitor compared to those treated with TNF blockers.

Patients who are current or past smokers are at additional increased risk.

Consider the benefits and risks for the individual patient prior to initiating or continuing therapy with LITFULO, particularly in patients who are current or past smokers and patients with other cardiovascular risk factors. Patients should be informed about the symptoms of serious cardiovascular events and the steps to take if they occur. Discontinue LITFULO in patients that have experienced an MI or stroke.

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THROMBOEMBOLIC EVENTS Thrombosis has occurred in patients treated with LITFULO. An event of pulmonary embolism (PE) was reported in a patient receiving LITFULO. In a ritlecitinib higher dosing group, 1 patient reported an event of retinal artery occlusion.

In a large, randomized, postmarketing safety study of another JAK inhibitor in RA patients 50 years of age and older with at least one cardiovascular risk factor, higher rates of overall thrombosis, deep vein thrombosis, arterial thrombosis and PE were observed with the JAK inhibitor compared to those treated with TNF blockers.

Avoid LITFULO in patients who may be at increased risk of thrombosis. If symptoms of thrombosis or embolism occur, patients should interrupt LITFULO and be evaluated promptly and treated appropriately.

CONTRAINDICATION LITFULO is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to ritlecitinib or any of its excipients.

HYPERSENSITIVITY Serious reactions, including anaphylactic reactions, urticaria, and rash have been observed in patients receiving LITFULO in clinical trials. If a clinically significant hypersensitivity reaction occurs, discontinue LITFULO and institute appropriate therapy.

LABORATORY ABNORMALITIES Treatment with LITFULO was associated with decreases in lymphocytes and platelets. Prior to LITFULO initiation, perform absolute lymphocyte count (ALC) and platelet count. After initiating treatment with LITFULO, treatment interruption or discontinuation is recommended based on ALC and platelet count abnormalities.

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Liver Enzyme Elevations: Treatment with LITFULO was associated with increased incidence of liver enzyme elevation compared to placebo. Increases of alanine transaminase (ALT) and aspartate aminotransferase (AST) ≥5 times the upper limit of normal were observed in patients in LITFULO clinical trials. Evaluate at baseline and thereafter according to routine patient management. If increases in ALT or AST are observed and drug-induced liver injury is suspected, interrupt LITFULO until this diagnosis is excluded.

Creatine Phosphokinase (CPK) Elevations: Treatment with LITFULO was associated with increased incidence of CPK elevation compared to placebo.

VACCINATIONS No data are available on the response to vaccination in patients receiving LITFULO. Use of live attenuated vaccines should be avoided during or shortly prior to initiating treatment. Prior to initiating LITFULO, it is recommended that patients be brought up to date with all immunizations, including prophylactic herpes zoster vaccinations, in agreement with current immunization guidelines.

HEPATIC IMPAIRMENT LITFULO is not recommended in patients with severe hepatic impairment.

ADVERSE REACTIONS Most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥1%) are headache, diarrhea, acne, rash, urticaria, folliculitis, pyrexia, atopic dermatitis, dizziness, blood creatine phosphokinase increased, herpes zoster, red blood cell count decreased, and stomatitis.

DRUG INTERACTIONS LITFULO can increase plasma concentrations of CYP3A and CYP1A2 substrates. Consider additional monitoring and dose adjustment of CYP3A and CYP1A2 substrates where small concentration changes may lead to serious adverse reactions when used with LITFULO. Coadministration with strong inducers of CYP3A is not recommended.

USE IN PREGNANCY Available clinical trial data on LITFULO use in pregnant women are insufficient to identify a drug-associated risk from major birth defects, miscarriage or other adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. Advise pregnant females and females of reproductive potential to inform their healthcare providers if they are pregnant or intend to become pregnant during treatment with LITFULO. If a patient becomes pregnant while receiving LITFULO, healthcare providers should report LITFULO exposure by calling 1-877390-2940.

LACTATION Advise women not to breastfeed during treatment with LITFULO and for 14 hours after the last dose.

Please see Brief Summary of Prescribing Information, including BOXED WARNING, at the end of this advertisement.

References: 1. LITFULO. Prescribing information. Pfizer; 2023. 2. King B, Zhang X, Harcha WG, et al. Efficacy and safety of ritlecitinib in adults and adolescents with alopecia areata: a randomised, double-blind, multicentre, phase 2b–3 trial. Lancet.

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LITFULO™ (ritlecitinib) capsules, for oral use

Brief Summary of full Prescribing Information

WARNING: SERIOUS INFECTIONS, MORTALITY, MALIGNANCY, MAJOR ADVERSE CARDIOVASCULAR EVENTS (MACE), AND THROMBOSIS • Increased risk of serious bacterial, fungal, viral, and opportunistic infections leading to hospitalization or death, including tuberculosis (TB). Interrupt treatment if serious infection occurs until the infection is controlled. LITFULO should not be given to patients with active TB. Test for latent TB before and during therapy; treat latent TB prior to use. Monitor all patients for active TB during treatment, even patients with initial negative, latent TB test • Higher rate of all-cause mortality, including sudden cardiovascular death with another Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitor vs TNF blockers in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients. LITFULO is not approved for use in RA patients • Malignancies have occurred in patients treated with LITFULO. Higher rate of lymphomas and lung cancers with another JAK inhibitor vs TNF blockers in RA patients • Higher rate of MACE (defined as cardiovascular death, myocardial infarction, and stroke) with another JAK inhibitor vs TNF blockers in RA patients • Thrombosis has occurred in patients treated with LITFULO. Increased incidence of pulmonary embolism, venous and arterial thrombosis with another JAK inhibitor vs TNF blockers INDICATIONS AND USAGE LITFULO is a kinase inhibitor indicated for the treatment of severe alopecia areata in adults and adolescents 12 years and older.

Limitations of Use: Not recommended for use in combination with other JAK inhibitors, biologic immunomodulators, cyclosporine or other potent immunosuppressants.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Recommended Evaluations and Immunizations Prior to Treatment With LITFULO • TB infection evaluation: LITFULO initiation is not recommended in patients with active TB. For patients with latent TB or those with a negative latent TB test who are at high risk for TB, start preventive therapy for latent TB prior to initiation of LITFULO • Viral hepatitis screening in accordance with clinical guidelines: LITFULO initiation is not recommended in patients with hepatitis B or hepatitis C • Treatment with LITFULO should not be initiated in patients with absolute lymphocyte count (ALC) <500/mm3 or a platelet count <100,000/mm3 • Update immunizations according to current immunization guidelines Recommended Dosage The recommended dosage of LITFULO is 50 mg orally once daily with or without food.

LITFULO capsules should be swallowed whole; not crushed, split, or chewed.

If a dose is missed, the dose should be taken as soon as possible unless it is less than 8 hours before the next dose; in which case, skip the missed dose and resume dosing at the regular scheduled time.

Patients With Severe Hepatic Impairment LITFULO is not recommended in patients with severe (Child Pugh C) hepatic impairment.

DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS Capsules: 50 mg of ritlecitinib, size 3, opaque capsules with yellow body and blue cap. The body is printed with “RCB 50” and the cap is printed with “Pfizer” in black.

CONTRAINDICATIONS LITFULO is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to ritlecitinib or any of its excipients.

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Serious infections have been reported in patients receiving LITFULO. The most frequent serious infections have been appendicitis, COVID-19 infection (including pneumonia), and sepsis. Among opportunistic infections, multi-dermatomal herpes zoster was reported with LITFULO. Avoid use of LITFULO in patients with an active, serious infection. Consider the risks and benefits of treatment prior to initiating LITFULO in patients: • with chronic or recurrent infection • who have been exposed to TB • with a history of serious infection or an opportunistic infection • who have resided or traveled in areas of endemic TB or mycoses, or • with underlying conditions that may predispose them to infection Closely monitor patients for the development of signs and symptoms of infection during and after treatment with LITFULO. Interrupt LITFULO if a patient develops a serious or opportunistic infection. A patient who develops a new infection during treatment with LITFULO should undergo prompt and complete diagnostic testing appropriate for an immunocompromised patient, appropriate antimicrobial therapy should be initiated, and the patient should be closely monitored. LITFULO may be resumed once the infection is controlled.

Tuberculosis Screen patients for TB before starting therapy. LITFULO should not be given to patients with active TB. Anti-TB therapy should be started prior to initiating therapy with LITFULO in patients with a new diagnosis of latent TB or previously untreated latent TB. In patients with a negative latent TB test, consider anti-TB therapy before initiating treatment with LITFULO in those at high risk and consider screening patients at high risk for TB during treatment with LITFULO. Viral Reactivation Viral reactivation, including cases of herpes virus reactivation (e.g., herpes zoster), was reported in clinical trials. If a patient develops herpes zoster, consider interrupting treatment until the episode resolves.

Screening for viral hepatitis should be performed in accordance with clinical guidelines before starting therapy with LITFULO. Patients with evidence of HIV infection or hepatitis B or C infection were excluded from clinical trials.

Mortality In a large, randomized, postmarketing safety study of another JAK inhibitor in RA patients 50 years of age and older with at least one cardiovascular risk factor, a higher rate of all-cause mortality, including sudden cardiovascular death, was observed in patients treated with the JAK inhibitor compared with TNF blockers. Consider the benefits and risks for the individual patient prior to initiating or continuing therapy with LITFULO. Malignancy and lymphoproliferative disorders, including nonmelanoma skin cancer (NMSC), were observed in clinical trials of LITFULO. In a large, randomized, postmarketing safety study of another JAK inhibitor in RA patients, a higher rate of malignancies (excluding NMSC) was observed in patients treated with the JAK inhibitor compared to those treated with TNF blockers. A higher rate of lymphomas was observed in patients treated with the JAK inhibitor compared to those treated with TNF blockers. A higher rate of lung cancers was observed in current or past smokers treated with the JAK inhibitor compared to those treated with TNF blockers. In this study, current or past smokers had an additional increased risk of overall malignancies.

The risks and benefits of LITFULO treatment should be considered prior to initiating or continuing therapy in patients with a known malignancy other than a successfully treated NMSC or cervical cancer.

Treatment Interruption or Discontinuation If treatment interruption is indicated, a temporary treatment interruption for less than 6 weeks is not expected to result in significant loss of regrown scalp hair.

Hematologic Abnormalities • Treatment with LITFULO should be discontinued if platelet count is <50,000/mm3 • Treatment with LITFULO should be interrupted if ALC is <500/mm3 and may be restarted once ALC returns above this value ALC and platelet counts are recommended before treatment initiation and at 4 weeks after treatment initiation, and Periodic skin examination is recommended for patients who thereafter according to routine patient management. are at increased risk for skin cancer.

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Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events In a large, randomized, postmarketing safety study of another JAK inhibitor in RA patients 50 years of age and older with at least one cardiovascular risk factor, a higher rate of MACE defined as cardiovascular death, non-fatal myocardial infarction (MI), and non-fatal stroke was observed with the JAK inhibitor compared to those treated with TNF blockers.

Patients who are current or past smokers are at additional increased risk.

Consider the benefits and risks for the individual patient prior to initiating or continuing therapy with LITFULO, particularly in patients who are current or past smokers and patients with other cardiovascular risk factors. Patients should be informed about the symptoms of serious cardiovascular events and the steps to take if they occur. Discontinue LITFULO in patients that have experienced an MI or stroke.

Thromboembolic Events An event of pulmonary embolism (PE) was reported in a patient receiving LITFULO. In a ritlecitinib higher dosing group, 1 patient reported an event of retinal artery occlusion.

In a large, randomized, postmarketing safety study of another JAK inhibitor in RA patients 50 years of age and older with at least one cardiovascular risk factor, higher rates of overall thrombosis, deep vein thrombosis, and PE were observed compared to those treated with TNF blockers.

Avoid LITFULO in patients who may be at increased risk of thrombosis. If symptoms of thrombosis or embolism occur, patients should interrupt LITFULO and be evaluated promptly and treated appropriately.

Hypersensitivity Serious reactions including anaphylactic reactions, urticaria, and rash have been observed in patients receiving LITFULO in clinical trials. If a clinically significant hypersensitivity reaction occurs, discontinue LITFULO and institute appropriate therapy.

Laboratory Abnormalities Treatment with LITFULO was associated with decreases in lymphocytes and platelets.

Prior to LITFULO initiation, perform ALC and platelet counts. After initiating treatment with LITFULO, treatment interruption or discontinuation are recommended based on ALC and platelet count abnormalities.

Liver Enzyme Elevations: treatment with LITFULO was associated with increased incidence of liver enzyme elevation compared to placebo. Increases of ALT ≥5 times the upper limit of normal (ULN) and increases of AST ≥5 times the ULN were observed in patients in LITFULO clinical trials. Evaluate at baseline and thereafter according to routine patient management. Prompt investigation of the cause of liver enzyme elevation is recommended to identify potential cases of drug-induced liver injury. If increases in ALT or AST are observed and drug-induced liver injury is suspected, interrupt LITFULO until this diagnosis is excluded.

Creatine Phosphokinase (CPK) Elevations: treatment with LITFULO was associated with increased incidence of CPK elevation compared to placebo.

Vaccinations No data are available on the response to vaccination in patients receiving LITFULO. Use of live attenuated vaccines should be avoided during or shortly prior to initiating treatment. Prior to initiating LITFULO, it is recommended that patients be brought up to date with all immunizations, including prophylactic herpes zoster vaccinations, in agreement with current immunization guidelines.

ADVERSE REACTIONS Clinical Trials Experience The safety of LITFULO was evaluated in three randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trials and one long-term trial in patients with alopecia areata, including alopecia totalis and alopecia universalis, who were 12 years of age and older. A total of 1628 patients were treated with LITFULO representing 2085 patient-years of exposure. There were 1011 patients with at least 1 year of exposure to LITFULO. In the placebo-controlled period of clinical trials in alopecia areata, a total of 668 patients were exposed to LITFULO with 130 receiving 50 mg once daily for up to 24 weeks. The median age of patients was 33 years, 105 (11.9%) patients were 12 to <18 years old and 22 (2.5%) patients were 65 years of age or older. The majority of patients were White (70.7%) and female (63.6%).

Adverse reactions occurring at ≥1% in the treated groups and at a higher rate than placebo are presented in the following table. A total of 2 (1.5%) patients treated with LITFULO 50 mg were discontinued from the trials due to adverse reactions.

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Adverse Reactions in Clinical Trials of LITFULO for the Treatment of Alopecia Areata Headache Diarrhea Acne Rash Urticaria Folliculitis Pyrexia Dermatitis atopic Dizziness Blood CPK increased Herpes zoster Red blood cell count decreased Stomatitis

LITFULO 50 mg N=130 n (%) 14 (10.8) 13 (10.0) 8 (6.2) 7 (5.4) 6 (4.6) 4 (3.1) 4 (3.1) 3 (2.3) 3 (2.3) 2 (1.5) 2 (1.5) 2 (1.5) 2 (1.5)

Placebo N=213 n (%) 18 (8.5) 8 (3.8) 10 (4.7) 2 (0.9) 3 (1.4) 4 (1.9) 0 1 (0.5) 3 (1.4) 0 0 0 0

Decreased Platelet Count In the placebo-controlled trials, for up to 24 weeks, treatment with LITFULO was associated with a decrease in platelet count. Maximum effects on platelets were observed within 4 weeks, after which platelet count remained stable at a lower level with continued therapy. Across clinical trials, including the long-term trial, 1 patient (<0.1%) had a confirmed platelet count <100,000/mm3. No patient had a confirmed platelet count <75,000/mm3.

CPK Elevations In the placebo-controlled trials, for up to 24 weeks, events of blood CPK increased were reported in 2 (1.5%) patients treated with LITFULO 50 mg and 0 patients treated with placebo.

Liver Enzyme Elevations In the placebo-controlled trials, for up to 24 weeks, events of increases in liver enzymes ≥3 times the ULN were observed in patients treated with LITFULO.

DRUG INTERACTIONS Effects of LITFULO on Other Drugs CYP3A Substrates Ritlecitinib is a CYP3A inhibitor. Concomitant use of ritlecitinib increases area under the curve (AUC) and Cmax of Specific Adverse Reactions CYP3A substrates, which may increase the risk of adverse Exposure adjusted incidence rates were adjusted by clinical reactions of these substrates. trial size for all adverse reactions reported in this section.

Consider additional monitoring and dosage adjustment in accordance with approved product labeling of CYP3A Overall Infections In the placebo-controlled trials, for up to 24 weeks, overall substrates where small concentration changes may lead to serious adverse reactions when used with LITFULO. infections were reported in 66 patients (80.35 per 100 patient-years) treated with placebo and 43 patients (74.53 CYP1A2 Substrates per 100 patient-years) treated with LITFULO 50 mg. Across Ritlecitinib is a CYP1A2 inhibitor. Concomitant use of ritlecitinib clinical trials, including the long-term trial, overall infections increases AUC and Cmax of CYP1A2 substrates, which may were reported in 645 patients (50.71 per 100 patient-years) increase the risk of adverse reactions of these substrates. treated with LITFULO 50 mg or higher.

Consider additional monitoring and dosage adjustment in Serious Infections In the placebo-controlled trials, for up to 24 weeks, 3 patients accordance with the approved product labeling of CYP1A2 substrates where small concentration changes may lead to reported serious infections across all ritlecitinib doses serious adverse reactions when used with LITFULO. studied. Across clinical trials, including the long-term trial, serious infections were reported in 12 patients (0.66 per Effects of Other Drugs on LITFULO 100 patient-years) treated with LITFULO 50 mg or higher.

CYP3A Inducers The most common serious infections were related to appendicitis, Concomitant use of strong CYP3A inducer (e.g., rifampin) COVID-19 infection (including pneumonia), and sepsis. may decrease AUC and Cmax of ritlecitinib, which may result Herpes Zoster in loss of or reduced clinical response. Coadministration with In the placebo-controlled trials, for up to 24 weeks, herpes strong inducers of CYP3A is not recommended. zoster was reported in 4 patients across all ritlecitinib doses USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS studied and 0 patients treated with placebo. Across clinical Pregnancy trials, including the long-term trial, herpes zoster was Pregnancy Exposure Registry reported in 21 patients (1.17 per 100 patient-years) treated with LITFULO 50 mg or higher. Opportunistic infections of If a patient becomes pregnant while receiving LITFULO, multi-dermatomal herpes zoster were reported in 1 patient healthcare providers should report LITFULO exposure by (0.50 per 100 patient-years) treated with the ritlecitinib calling 1-877-390-2940. higher dose in the placebo-controlled trials and 2 patients Risk Summary (0.1 per 100 patient-years) treated with LITFULO 50 mg or Available data from clinical trials with LITFULO use in higher in all clinical trials. pregnant women are insufficient to identify a drug-associated Malignancy risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or other adverse In the placebo-controlled trials, for up to 24 weeks, maternal or fetal outcomes. In animal reproduction studies, 1 malignancy (breast cancer) was reported in 1 patient oral administration of ritlecitinib to pregnant rats and (1.33 per 100 patient-years) treated with ritlecitinib higher rabbits during organogenesis caused fetotoxicity and fetal dose and no malignancy was reported in patients treated malformations at exposures equal to 49 and 55 times the with placebo. Across clinical trials, including the long-term maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) based on an trial, malignancies excluding NMSC were reported in AUC comparison, respectively.

7 patients (0.37 per 100 patient-years) treated with The background risks of major birth defects and LITFULO 50 mg or higher. miscarriage for the indicated population are unknown.

Thromboembolic Events All pregnancies carry some risk of birth defects, loss, or Across clinical trials, including the long-term trial, PE was reported in 1 patient (0.06 per 100 patient-years) treated with other adverse outcomes. The estimated background risks LITFULO. There was 1 report of retinal artery occlusion and in the U.S. general population of major birth defects and miscarriages are 2-4% and 15-20% of clinically recognized 1 report of acute MI. pregnancies, respectively.

Urticaria In the placebo-controlled trials, for up to 24 weeks, urticaria Data Animal Data was reported in 28 patients treated in all ritlecitinib doses studied and 3 patients treated with placebo. The rate of In an embryo-fetal development study in pregnant rats, urticaria was 8.23 per 100 patient-years in patients treated oral administration of ritlecitinib from gestation days 6 to with LITFULO 50 mg and 4.03 per 100 patient-years in 17 decreased fetal body weights and caused fetal skeletal patients treated with placebo. Across clinical trials, including malformations (malformed vertebrae and ribs) and variations the long-term trial, urticaria was reported in 76 patients (delayed ossification) at doses ≥175 mg/kg/day (49 times treated with LITFULO 50 mg or higher. Among all patients the MRHD based on AUC comparison). Maternal toxicity treated with LITFULO 50 mg or higher in the integrated safety (lower body weights) was noted at 325 mg/kg/day (102 times analysis, the rate of urticaria was 4.10 per 100 patient-years.

The median time to onset of an initial event was 8 weeks; the MRHD based on AUC comparison). There was no developmental toxicity at 75 mg/kg/day (16 times the MRHD median duration of urticaria was 7 days. Most of the cases based on AUC comparison). were mild to moderate in severity.

In an embryo-fetal development study in pregnant rabbits, Decreased Lymphocyte Counts Across clinical trials, including the long-term trial, confirmed oral administration of ritlecitinib from gestation days 7 to 19 decreased mean fetal body weights and increased ALC <500/mm3 occurred in 1 patient (<0.1%) treated with LITFULO 50 mg. Age appeared to be a risk factor for lower visceral malformations (malpositioned kidneys), skeletal ALC in patients ≥65 years of age. malformations (supernumerary sternebrae, absent thoracic

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arch, and/or fused thoracic centra), and skeletal variations (delayed ossification) at 75 mg/kg/day (55 times the MRHD based on AUC comparison). There was no developmental toxicity at doses up to 25 mg/kg/day (12 times the MRHD based on AUC comparison).

In a pre- and postnatal development study in rats, oral administration of ritlecitinib from gestation day 6 through lactation day 20 had no effects on pre- and postnatal development at doses up to 75 mg/kg/day (14 times the MRHD based on AUC comparison). At 175 mg/kg/day (41 times the MRHD based on AUC comparison), ritlecitinib caused adverse lower postnatal survival and lower offspring body weights, which correlated with delayed sexual maturation in both sexes. Bred females in the F1 generation also exhibited lower mean numbers of corpora lutea at 175 mg/kg/day.

Lactation Risk Summary There are no data on the presence of ritlecitinib in human milk, the effects on the breastfed infant, or the effects on milk production. Ritlecitinib is present in the milk of lactating rats. When a drug is present in animal milk, it is likely that it will be present in human milk. Because of the serious adverse effects in adults, including risks of serious infection and malignancy, advise women not to breastfeed during treatment with LITFULO and for approximately 14 hours after the last dose (approximately 6 elimination half-lives).

Data After a single oral 30 mg/kg dose of ritlecitinib to lactating rats, ritlecitinib concentrations in milk over time were higher than those in plasma. The mean milk to plasma AUC ratio was determined to be 2.2.

Pediatric Use The safety and effectiveness of LITFULO for alopecia areata have been established in pediatric patients ages 12 years and older. A total of 181 pediatric patients ages 12 to <18 years were enrolled in alopecia areata clinical trials, with 105 pediatric patients ages 12 to <18 years with alopecia areata randomized in a pivotal, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial (Trial AA-I). Efficacy was consistent between the pediatric patients and adults. The adverse reaction profile in the pediatric patients was similar to adults.

The safety and efficacy of LITFULO have not been established in pediatric patients under 12 years of age.

Geriatric Use No dose adjustment is required for patients ≥65 years of age.

A total of 28 patients enrolled in alopecia areata trials were 65 years of age and older, and none were 75 years of age and older. Clinical trials of LITFULO did not include sufficient numbers of patients 65 years of age and older to determine whether they respond differently from younger adult patients.

As there is a higher incidence of infections in the elderly population in general, caution should be used when treating the elderly.

Hepatic Impairment No dose adjustment is required in patients with mild (Child Pugh A) or moderate (Child Pugh B) hepatic impairment. LITFULO is not recommended in patients with severe (Child Pugh C) hepatic impairment.

OVERDOSAGE LITFULO was administered in clinical trials up to a single oral dose of 800 mg. Adverse reactions were comparable to those seen at lower doses and no specific toxicities were identified. Pharmacokinetics data up to and including a single oral dose of 800 mg in healthy adult volunteers indicate that more than 90% of the administered dose is expected to be eliminated within 48 hours.

There is no specific antidote for overdose with LITFULO. Treatment should be symptomatic and supportive, and monitor patients for signs and symptoms of adverse reactions.

In case of an overdose, call Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222 for latest recommendations.

This brief summary is based on LITFULOTM (ritlecitinib) Prescribing Information LAB-1469-0.5.

Issued: June 2023.

The product’s label may have been updated.

For full Prescribing Information, visit LITFULOHCP.com.

© 2023 Pfizer Inc. All rights reserved.

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10 Biologic Coordination An illuminating light in dermatology 24 Prior Authorizations What they are and the best way to handle them 34 Avoiding Co-Pay Surprise How to navigate accumulator and maximizer plans 62 Surviving the Blizzard How technology can ease re-enrollment season chaos

CO M M U N I TY 8 Founder's Letter Happy anniversary to us all!

40 Humira® Biosimilar Clinical Reference Guide Resource pages courtesy of Walgreens Clinical teams 48 Third Annual BCOD National Conference Keep advancing patient access 58 Employee Spotlight Recognizing outstanding patient service

L I FESTYL E 69 Gifts for a Getaway Find the perfect present for the jet-setter on your list 72 Last Word An inspiring quote from author Leo Buscaglia ACCESS DERMATOLOGY NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2023

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Expanding the BC Community I

t feels like yesterday when BCoD brought biologic coordinators together for the first time in Charleston to share best practices, learn from industry experts, and meet peers who share in the fight for the patient.

Since then, BCoD has grown to become a community that welcomes more than one new member per day. As a result, we have a deeper drive and capability than ever before to enhance education and training for the BC. We share our passion with you: our members. In our 2023 survey, you showed your love for the field of dermatology and the battle for the script! Those fights translate into remarkable prior authorization approval levels. Furthermore, our coaching programs demonstrate a significant percentage increase in appeal and approval times and even a quicker transfer out of bridge.

And we're not letting up. Some of the developments that we are excited to share with our members include: • CERTIFICATION: BCoD has collaborated with healthcare organizations to offer the most significant training program for individuals seeking BC certification.

• FIELD REIMBURSEMENT FINDER: Effective communication between BCs and FRMs/FRAs is crucial, and our locator tool has helped to improve it.

• CREATIVE PARTNERSHIPS: We're making connections and building relationships to bring more innovation to our members' workflows.

coaching sessions to help you and your patients with drug use.

Our gratitude comes from those who believe in us and trust us to assist with workflow and patients. I want to personally thank the BCoD team and our many contributing educational managers and volunteers for creating a space of nourishment and community. And I want to thank our partners for equally trusting us with your programs and the patients they serve. The patient suffers if there are cracks in the process and misunderstanding of programs. Our members are armed with the information to enhance access and change lives through collaboration!

We are excited to see you in San Antonio.

We were almost at total capacity when writing this (early September), but we'll reserve space for you! New to the agenda this year, we're holding a Partner Pavilion and a Tough Case Blitz to help you through those bottlenecked cases.

If you can't make it this year, rest assured that we'll bring you recaps of the information presented. If you still need to join BCoD, we hope you take the time to reach out to us online at bcofdermatology.com or speak directly with our education team to learn more.

We look forward to welcoming you to our community, and we honor the work you do for patients every day.

With appreciation, CRAIG SCHUETTE

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Nextech is still the only EHR to receive the American Academy of Dermatology’s DataDerm™ Gold recognition.

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By Ginger McWilliams DERMATOLOGY/IMMUNOLOGY, BRISTOL MYERS SQUIBB

BIOLOGIC COORDINATION

An Illuminating Light in Dermatology FDFDSFDSFDSFSDFSDDSFDSDS

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t is often said that “Change is the only constant in life.” While this may be disarming and a bit uncomfortable, knowing that change is a constant force allows us to prepare for evolution and equips us for the ever-changing dermatology landscape. There is no one better equipped and ready than the biologic coordinator (BC).

Biologic coordinators are accustomed to challenges and can prevail through adversity for patients. For those of us who have worked in the dermatology space for a long time, the view today is quite different from previous years.

Our ever-changing jobs are dynamic and constantly evolving. Even in this year’s membership survey with BCOD, 86% of BCs manage patients outside of biologics, which further complicates the role.1 Now more than ever, you are called to “illuminate” in ways you may not have before.

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Over the past 25 years, we have seen an influx of responsibilities shift to the BCs in a highly complex terrain. The dermatology market is growing due to the rising geriatric population, an increase and awareness of dermatological diseases, and more personal spending. The positive news is this trend creates great job assurance. New treatments are constantly being approved with revolutionary mechanisms of action that often expand into multiples disease states, adding to the complexity you manage.

While the three largest PBMs—Express Scripts, CVS/Caremark, and Optum—have historically managed prescription drugs in vertical integration with the three largest health insurers, shifts are beginning to occur. New companies have launched, such as Mark Cuban’s CostPlus, with reduced costs for patients at its center, and

“Over the past 25 years, we have seen an influx of responsibilities shift to the BCs in a highly complex terrain.”

ClearNet by Express Scripts, which mimics the cost-plus model for prescription care.

ClearNet is set to launch in early 2024.2 There are old faces from the industry and dozens of fresh new reimbursement staff to educate you and aid in patient onboarding.

Additionally, you have a plethora of specialty pharmacy reps calling on you too—all with the intent to help you support your patients. In addition to the external changes, the office landscape has changed drastically over the past few decades.

Many of you may have started your career with one or two providers, and now you may be working for a private equity firm, hospital network, SP, or you might even work remotely. In dermatology, we have seen an explosion of private equity firms with a 275% growth and 50% decline of private practices.

DERMATOLOGY PRACTICES ARE UNDERGOING DRAMATIC TRANSFORMATION REGARDING PRACTICE TYPE, OWNERSHIP AND SIZE

2018

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IN JUST 2 YEARS, WE HAVE SEEN A 50% DECLINE IN SOLO PRACTICES AND A 275% INCREASE IN PE PRESENCE.

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NURSE PRACTITIONERS

PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT

355,000 in the U.S.

355,000 in the U.S.

36,000 new NPs completed their academic programs 2020-2021

36,000 new NPs completed their academic programs 2020-2021

Together, there were 47,000 NPs and PAs that graduated in 2020-2021.

It is estimated that 3,000 will enter dermatology annually.

Your care team is evolving, too. To manage the current healthcare patient influx, more and more PAs and NPs are coming into your practices to manage patients.3 The current trends predict over 3,000 new NP or PAs will enter dermatology annually, often with little dermatology training in their curriculum, which may further complicate your job.

As the terrain changes and responsibilities grow, it is important that you as biologic coordinators focus on your “light” in managing patients through access advocacy. Employing the assistance of industry and specialty pharmacy partners is a mainstay. Staying abreast of the legislative changes in your state and nationally is key with the increase of PAs, LMNs and peer-to-peers. Recently, step therapy legislative changes have occurred in Tennessee, Pennsylvania, and Massachusetts, which AAD summarizes in their legislative updates.4 Additional

“In dermatology, we have seen an explosion of private equity firms with a 275% growth and 50% decline of private practices.”

efforts have been made to abolish co-pay accumulators and maximizers. To date, 19 states have passed legislation banning co-pay accumulators as of June 20235 (see map image).

The BC community, along with national and local advocacy organizations, shine a light on the needs of dermatology patients for a unified voice through their efforts and through organizations like the National Psoriasis Association or National Eczema Association. These local advocacy events provide opportunities to gain insights on newly developed patient resources, pertinent legislation, and various networking opportunities to support patients in your community.

As you forge ahead in dermatology, I encourage you to be your best advocate through education, BCOD certification, and networking opportunities for fruitful partnerships. Invest in mentorships with BCOD members, webinars, industry

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education and offerings. Become an active reader or podcast attendee to familiarize yourself with the trends that are here today or coming tomorrow. Create a LinkedIn profile, follow BCOD members, patients, and healthcare industry experts and advocates. Make sure you invest in your own growth and document your skills and achievements on your resume.

Remember: Your resume is your window to the community.

For over 25 years, I have been inspired by biologic coordinators as I have marketed infusibles, injectables and orals in immunology. Many of you have welcomed me into your world, often teaching me more than I can ever teach you. I have seen you grimace with frustration, dig in your heels, and shed tears of joy when a patient starts to heal from a medication you helped to secure.

You walk this healthcare journey alongside

“Now more than ever, you are called to illuminate in ways that you may not have ever before.” each of your patients. You have taught me and so many others what it means to be beacons of light for patients. It is because of each of you that the BCOD was born, assembled and is thriving today. You have and continue to make a difference.

May you always illuminate—as I know you will!

Figure 1. States with Laws Banning Copay Accumulator Use Note: State-level activity current as of June 21, 2023. Puerto Rico has also enacted a copay accumulator ban.

REFERENCES 1. Access Dermatology 2023 Survey Results 2. Drug Prices: Cigna Follows Mark Cuban’s Lead to Simplify Pricing - Bloomberg 3. AANP National Nurse Practitioner Database, 2022. American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN). (2022). 2021-2022 Enrollment and Graduations in Baccalaureate and Graduate Programs in Nursing.

Washington, DC: AACN. Am J Manag Care. 2021;27(11):498504 provided by Margaret Bobonich, DNP. 4.Keeping you in the driver’s seat with step therapy and prior authorization reform (aad.org) 5. avalere-state-copayaccumulator-bans-impact-11-ofus-commercial-lives.pdf

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A first-in-class,* selective TYK2 inhibitor for moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis1,2

Clearer skin

INDICATION SOTYKTU™ (deucravacitinib) is indicated for the treatment of moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis in adults who are candidates for systemic therapy or phototherapy.

Limitations of Use: SOTYKTU is not recommended for use in combination with other potent immunosuppressants.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

CONTRAINDICATIONS SOTYKTU is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity reaction to deucravacitinib or to any of the excipients in SOTYKTU. WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Hypersensitivity: Hypersensitivity reactions such as angioedema have been reported. If a clinically significant hypersensitivity reaction occurs, institute appropriate therapy and discontinue SOTYKTU. Please see additional Important Safety Information and Brief Summary of U.S. Full Prescribing Information for SOTYKTU on the following pages. *TYK2 is a member of the Janus kinase (JAK) family.

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Clearer choice AT LAST...SOTYKTU Superior skin clearance vs Otezla® (apremilast)†‡ in a once-daily, oral pill1

STUDY DESIGNS1

SELECT IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

POETYK PSO-1 (N=664) and POETYK PSO-2 (N=1020) were two, 52-week, multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo- and active (apremilast 30 mg twice daily)-controlled, Phase 3 studies to evaluate the safety and efficacy of SOTYKTU (6 mg once daily) in adult patients with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis who were eligible for systemic therapy or phototherapy. Patients had a body surface area (BSA) involvement of ≥10%, a Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (PASI) score ≥12, and a static Physician’s Global Assessment (sPGA) ≥3 (moderate or severe).

In the PSO-1 and PSO-2 trials, through Week 16, the most common adverse reactions (≥1% and higher than placebo) in patients taking SOTYKTU (n=840) were upper respiratory infections (19.2%), blood creatine phosphokinase increase (2.7%), herpes simplex (2.0%), mouth ulcers (1.9%), folliculitis (1.7%), and acne (1.4%).

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Both studies assessed the responses at Week 16 compared with placebo for the two co-primary endpoints: • The proportion of patients who achieved at least a 75% improvement in PASI scores from baseline (PASI 75) • The proportion of patients who achieved an sPGA score of 0 (clear) or 1 (almost clear) There were multiple ranked secondary endpoints, including: • The proportion of patients who achieved PASI 75 at Week 16 vs apremilast STUDY RESULTS 1,3,4 ‡ Comparison between SOTYKTU and apremilast was a secondary endpoint.

Co-primary endpoints: • PASI 75 at Week 16 for SOTYKTU vs placebo: PSO-1: 58% (193/330) vs 13% (21/166), P<0.0001; PSO-2: 53% (271/511) vs 9% (24/255), P<0.0001 • sPGA 0/1 at Week 16 for SOTYKTU vs placebo: PSO-1: 54% (178/330) vs 7% (12/166), P<0.0001; PSO-2: 50% (253/511) vs 9% (22/255), P<0.0001 Select secondary endpoints: • PASI 75 at Week 16 for SOTYKTU vs apremilast: PSO-1: 58% (193/330) vs 35% (59/168); P<0.0001; PSO-2: 53% (271/511) vs 40% (101/254); P=0.0004.

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BSA=body surface area; PASI=psoriasis area and severity index; PASI 75=75% reduction from baseline in PASI; sPGA=static Physician’s Global Assessment; TYK2=tyrosine kinase 2.

Otezla® is a registered trademark of Amgen, Inc. SOTYKTU tablet is not actual size.

Shown for illustrative purposes only.

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SOTYKTU (deucravacitinib) INDICATION AND IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION INDICATION SOTYKTU™ (deucravacitinib) is indicated for the treatment of moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis in adults who are candidates for systemic therapy or phototherapy.

Limitations of Use: SOTYKTU is not recommended for use in combination with other potent immunosuppressants.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION CONTRAINDICATIONS SOTYKTU is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity reaction to deucravacitinib or to any of the excipients in SOTYKTU. WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Hypersensitivity: Hypersensitivity reactions such as angioedema have been reported. If a clinically significant hypersensitivity reaction occurs, institute appropriate therapy and discontinue SOTYKTU. Infections: SOTYKTU may increase the risk of infections. Serious infections have been reported in patients with psoriasis who received SOTYKTU. The most common serious infections reported with SOTYKTU included pneumonia and COVID-19. Avoid use of SOTYKTU in patients with an active or serious infection. Consider the risks and benefits of treatment prior to initiating SOTYKTU in patients: • with chronic or recurrent infection • who have been exposed to tuberculosis • with a history of a serious or an opportunistic infection • with underlying conditions that may predispose them to infection.

Closely monitor patients for the development of signs and symptoms of infection during and after treatment. A patient who develops a new infection during treatment should undergo prompt and complete diagnostic testing, have appropriate antimicrobial therapy initiated and be closely monitored. Interrupt SOTYKTU if a patient develops a serious infection. Do not resume SOTYKTU until the infection resolves or is adequately treated.

Viral Reactivation Herpes virus reactivation (e.g., herpes zoster, herpes simplex) was reported in clinical trials with SOTYKTU. Through Week 16, herpes simplex infections were reported in 17 patients (6.8 per 100 patient-years) treated with SOTYKTU, and 1 patient (0.8 per 100 patientyears) treated with placebo. Multidermatomal herpes zoster was reported in an immunocompetent patient. During PSO-1, PSO-2, and the open-label extension trial, the majority of patients who reported events of herpes zoster while receiving SOTYKTU were under 50 years of age. The impact of SOTYKTU on chronic viral hepatitis reactivation is unknown. Consider viral hepatitis screening and monitoring for reactivation in accordance with clinical guidelines before starting and during therapy with SOTYKTU. If signs of reactivation occur, consult a hepatitis specialist. SOTYKTU is not recommended for use in patients with active hepatitis B or hepatitis C. Tuberculosis (TB): In clinical trials, of 4 patients with latent TB who were treated with SOTYKTU and received appropriate TB prophylaxis, no patients developed active TB (during the mean follow-up of 34 weeks). One patient, who did not have latent TB, developed active TB after receiving 54 weeks of SOTYKTU. Evaluate patients for latent and active TB infection prior to initiating treatment with SOTYKTU. Do not administer SOTYKTU to patients with active TB. Initiate treatment of latent TB prior to administering SOTYKTU. Consider anti-TB therapy prior to initiation of SOTYKTU in patients with a past history of latent or active TB in whom an adequate course of treatment cannot be confirmed. Monitor patients for signs and symptoms of active TB during treatment.

Malignancy including Lymphomas: Malignancies, including lymphomas, were observed in clinical trials with SOTYKTU. Consider the benefits and risks for the individual patient prior to initiating or continuing therapy with SOTYKTU, particularly in patients with a known malignancy (other than a successfully treated non-melanoma skin cancer) and patients who develop a malignancy when on treatment with SOTYKTU.

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Rhabdomyolysis and Elevated CPK: Treatment with SOTYKTU was associated with an increased incidence of asymptomatic creatine phosphokinase (CPK) elevation and rhabdomyolysis compared to placebo. Discontinue SOTYKTU if markedly elevated CPK levels occur or myopathy is diagnosed or suspected. Instruct patients to promptly report unexplained muscle pain, tenderness or weakness, particularly if accompanied by malaise or fever.

Laboratory Abnormalities: Treatment with SOTYKTU was associated with increases in triglyceride levels. Periodically evaluate serum triglycerides according to clinical guidelines during treatment. SOTYKTU treatment was associated with an increase in the incidence of liver enzyme elevation compared to placebo. Evaluate liver enzymes at baseline and thereafter in patients with known or suspected liver disease according to routine management. If treatment-related increases in liver enzymes occur and drug-induced liver injury is suspected, interrupt SOTYKTU until a diagnosis of liver injury is excluded.

Immunizations: Prior to initiating therapy with SOTYKTU, consider completion of all age-appropriate immunizations according to current immunization guidelines including prophylactic herpes zoster vaccination. Avoid use of live vaccines in patients treated with SOTYKTU. The response to live or non-live vaccines has not been evaluated.

Potential Risks Related to JAK Inhibition: It is not known whether tyrosine kinase 2 (TYK2) inhibition may be associated with the observed or potential adverse reactions of Janus Kinase (JAK) inhibition. In a large, randomized, postmarketing safety trial of a JAK inhibitor in rheumatoid arthritis (RA), patients 50 years of age and older with at least one cardiovascular risk factor, higher rates of all-cause mortality, including sudden cardiovascular death, major adverse cardiovascular events, overall thrombosis, deep venous thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, and malignancies (excluding non-melanoma skin cancer) were observed in patients treated with the JAK inhibitor compared to those treated with TNF blockers. SOTYKTU is not approved for use in RA. ADVERSE REACTIONS Most common adverse reactions (≥1% of patients on SOTYKTU and more frequently than with placebo) include upper respiratory infections, blood creatine phosphokinase increased, herpes simplex, mouth ulcers, folliculitis and acne.

SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Pregnancy: Available data from case reports on SOTYKTU use during pregnancy are insufficient to evaluate a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. Report pregnancies to the BristolMyers Squibb Company’s Adverse Event reporting line at 1-800-721-5072.

Lactation: There are no data on the presence of SOTYKTU in human milk, the effects on the breastfed infant, or the effects on milk production. SOTYKTU is present in rat milk. When a drug is present in animal milk, it is likely that the drug will be present in human milk. The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother’s clinical need for SOTYKTU and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed infant from SOTYKTU or from the underlying maternal condition.

Hepatic Impairment: SOTYKTU is not recommended for use in patients with severe hepatic impairment.

SOTYKTU is available in 6 mg tablets.

Please see Brief Summary of U.S. Full Prescribing Information for SOTYKTU on the following pages.

References: 1. SOTYKTU [package insert]. Princeton, NJ: Bristol-Myers Squibb Company; 2022. 2. Chimalakonda A, Burke J, Cheng L, et al. Selectivity profile of the tyrosine kinase 2 inhibitor deucravacitinib compared with Janus kinase 1/2/3 inhibitors. Dermatol Ther (Heidelb). 2021;11(5):1763-1776.

3. Data on file. BMS-REF-DEU-0020. Princeton, NJ: Bristol-Myers Squibb Company; 2022. 4. Strober B, Thaçi D, Sofen H, et al. Deucravacitinib versus placebo and apremilast in moderate to severe plaque psoriasis: efficacy and safety results from the 52-week, randomized, double-blinded, phase 3 Program fOr Evaluation of TYK2 inhibitor psoriasis second trial. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2023;88(1):40-51.

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tablets, for oral use

Brief Summary of Prescribing Information. For complete prescribing information consult official package insert.

INDICATIONS AND USAGE SOTYKTU™ (deucravacitinib) is indicated for the treatment of moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis in adults who are candidates for systemic therapy or phototherapy.

Limitations of Use: SOTYKTU is not recommended for use in combination with other potent immunosuppressants.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Recommended Evaluations and Immunizations Prior to Treatment Initiation Evaluate patients for active and latent tuberculosis (TB) infection prior to initiating treatment with SOTYKTU. If positive, start treatment for TB prior to SOTYKTU use [see Warnings and Precautions].

Update immunizations according to current immunization guidelines [see Warnings and Precautions].

Recommended Dosage The recommended dosage of SOTYKTU is 6 mg taken orally once daily, with or without food.

Do not crush, cut, or chew the tablets.

Recommended Dosage in Patients with Hepatic Impairment SOTYKTU is not recommended in patients with severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh C) [see Use in Specific Populations and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) in full Prescribing Information].

No dosage adjustment is needed for patients with mild to moderate hepatic impairment.

CONTRAINDICATIONS SOTYKTU is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity reaction to deucravacitinib or to any of the excipients in SOTYKTU [see Warnings and Precautions].

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Hypersensitivity Hypersensitivity reactions such as angioedema have been reported in subjects receiving SOTYKTU. If a clinically significant hypersensitivity reaction occurs, institute appropriate therapy and discontinue SOTYKTU [see Adverse Reactions].

Infections SOTYKTU may increase the risk of infections.

Serious infections have been reported in subjects with psoriasis who received SOTYKTU. The most common serious infections reported with SOTYKTU included pneumonia and COVID-19 [see Adverse Reactions].

Avoid use of SOTYKTU in patients with an active or serious infection.

Consider the risks and benefits of treatment prior to initiating SOTYKTU in patients: • with chronic or recurrent infection • who have been exposed to tuberculosis • with a history of a serious or an opportunistic infection • with underlying conditions that may predispose them to infection.

Closely monitor patients for the development of signs and symptoms of infection during and after treatment with SOTYKTU. A patient who develops a new infection during treatment with SOTYKTU should undergo prompt and complete diagnostic testing; appropriate antimicrobial therapy should be initiated; and the patient should be closely monitored. Interrupt SOTYKTU if a patient develops a serious infection.

Do not resume SOTYKTU until the infection resolves or is adequately treated.

Viral Reactivation Herpes virus reactivation (e.g., herpes zoster, herpes simplex), was reported in clinical trials with SOTYKTU. In the 16-week placebo-controlled period, herpes simplex infections were reported in 17 subjects (6.8 per 100 patient-years) treated with SOTYKTU, and 1 subject (0.8 per 100 patient-years) treated with placebo.

Multidermatomal herpes zoster was reported in an immunocompetent subject who received SOTYKTU. During PSO-1, PSO-2, and the open-label extension trial in which subjects who completed the controlled trials could enroll, the majority of subjects who reported events of herpes zoster while receiving SOTYKTU were under 50 years of age.

The impact of SOTYKTU on chronic viral hepatitis reactivation is unknown. Subjects with positive screening tests for hepatitis B or C, or chronic hepatitis B, or untreated hepatitis C were excluded from clinical trials.

Consider viral hepatitis screening and monitoring for reactivation in accordance with clinical guidelines before starting therapy and during therapy with SOTYKTU. If signs of reactivation occur, consult a hepatitis specialist. SOTYKTU is not recommended for use in patients with active hepatitis B or hepatitis C. Tuberculosis In clinical trials, of 4 subjects with latent tuberculosis (TB) who were treated with SOTYKTU and received appropriate TB prophylaxis, no subjects developed active TB (during the mean follow-up of 34 weeks).

One subject, who did not have latent TB, developed active TB after receiving 54 weeks of SOTYKTU. Evaluate patients for latent and active TB infection prior to initiating treatment with SOTYKTU. Do not administer SOTYKTU to patients with active TB. Initiate treatment of latent TB prior to administering SOTYKTU. Consider anti-TB therapy prior to initiation of SOTYKTU in patients with a past history of latent or active TB in whom an adequate course of treatment cannot be confirmed. Monitor patients receiving SOTYKTU for signs and symptoms of active TB during treatment.

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Malignancy including Lymphomas Malignancies, including lymphomas, were observed in clinical trials with SOTYKTU (deucravacitinib) [see Adverse Reactions].

Consider the benefits and risks for the individual patient prior to initiating or continuing therapy with SOTYKTU, particularly in patients with a known malignancy (other than a successfully treated non-melanoma skin cancer) and patients who develop a malignancy when on treatment with SOTYKTU. Rhabdomyolysis and Elevated CPK Cases of rhabdomyolysis were reported in subjects treated with SOTYKTU resulting in interruption or discontinuation of SOTYKTU dosing.

Treatment with SOTYKTU was associated with an increased incidence of asymptomatic creatine phosphokinase (CPK) elevation and rhabdomyolysis compared to treatment with placebo. Discontinue SOTYKTU if markedly elevated CPK levels occur or myopathy is diagnosed or suspected. Instruct patients to promptly report any unexplained muscle pain, tenderness or weakness, particularly if accompanied by malaise or fever [see Adverse Reactions].

Laboratory Abnormalities Triglyceride Elevations - Treatment with SOTYKTU was associated with increases in triglyceride levels.

The effect of this elevated parameter on cardiovascular morbidity and mortality has not been determined.

Periodically evaluate serum triglycerides according to the clinical guidelines for hyperlipidemia while patients are receiving treatment with SOTYKTU. Manage patients according to clinical guidelines for the management of hyperlipidemia [see Adverse Reactions].

Liver Enzyme Elevations - Treatment with SOTYKTU was associated with an increase in the incidence of liver enzyme elevation compared to treatment with placebo. Liver serum transaminase elevations ≥3 times the ULN were reported in subjects treated with SOTYKTU. Evaluate liver enzymes at baseline and thereafter in patients with known or suspected liver disease according to routine patient management.

If treatment-related increases in liver enzymes occur and drug-induced liver injury is suspected, interrupt SOTYKTU until a diagnosis of liver injury is excluded [see Adverse Reactions].

Immunizations Prior to initiating therapy with SOTYKTU, consider completion of all age-appropriate immunizations according to current immunization guidelines including prophylactic herpes zoster vaccination. Avoid use of live vaccines in patients treated with SOTYKTU. The response to live or non-live vaccines has not been evaluated.

Potential Risks Related to JAK Inhibition It is not known whether TYK2 inhibition may be associated with the observed or potential adverse reactions of Janus Kinase (JAK) inhibition. In a large, randomized, postmarketing safety trial of a JAK inhibitor in rheumatoid arthritis (RA), patients 50 years of age and older with at least one cardiovascular risk factor, higher rates of all-cause mortality, including sudden cardiovascular death, major adverse cardiovascular events, overall thrombosis, deep venous thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, and malignancies (excluding non-melanoma skin cancer) were observed in patients treated with the JAK inhibitor compared to those treated with TNF blockers. SOTYKTU is not approved for use in RA. ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of labeling: • Infections [see Warnings and Precautions] • Malignancy including lymphomas [see Warnings and Precautions] • Laboratory Abnormalities [see Warnings and Precautions]

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The safety of SOTYKTU was evaluated in two placebo- and active-controlled trials (PSO-1 and PSO-2) and an open-label extension trial in which subjects who completed PSO-1 or PSO-2 could enroll [see Clinical Studies (14) in full Prescribing Information]. In these clinical trials, a total of 1,519 subjects with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis who were candidates for systemic therapy or phototherapy received SOTYKTU 6 mg orally once daily. Of these, 1,141 subjects were exposed to SOTYKTU for at least one year.

In trials PSO-1 and PSO-2, 1,681 subjects were randomized to receive SOTYKTU 6 mg (840 subjects), placebo (419 subjects), or apremilast 30 mg twice daily (422 subjects). All subjects randomized to placebo switched to SOTYKTU at Week 16. All other subjects remained in their original treatment group until Week 24, at which point subjects could have continued on the same treatment or be switched to SOTYKTU or placebo. The mean age of subjects was 47 years. The majority of subjects were White (87%) and male (67%).

In the 16-week placebo-controlled period of the pooled clinical trials (PSO-1 and PSO-2), discontinuation of therapy due to adverse reactions in subjects who received SOTYKTU was 2.4%, compared to 3.8% for placebo.

Table 1 summarizes the adverse reactions that occurred in at least 1% of subjects in the SOTYKTU group and at a higher rate than the placebo group during the 16-week controlled period.

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Specific Adverse Reactions Exposure adjusted incidence rates are reported for all the adverse reactions presented below.

Infections In the 16-week placebo-controlled period, infections occurred in 29% of the SOTYKTU group (116 events per 100 person-years) compared to 22% of the placebo group (83.7 events per 100 person-years).

The majority of infections were non-serious and mild to moderate in severity and did not lead to discontinuation of SOTYKTU. In the 16-week placebo-controlled period, serious infections were reported in 5 subjects (2.0 per 100 patient-years) treated with SOTYKTU, and 2 subjects (1.6 per 100 patient-years) treated with placebo.

The most common serious infections reported during the 52-week treatment period were pneumonia and COVID-19.

Malignancies During the 0-to-52-week treatment period of the two clinical trials, PSO-1 and PSO-2 (total exposure of 986 patient-years with SOTYKTU), malignancies (excluding non-melanoma skin cancer) were reported in 3 subjects treated with SOTYKTU (0.3 per 100 patient-years), including single cases each of breast cancer, hepatocellular carcinoma, and lymphoma after 24, 32, and 25 weeks of treatment, respectively.

During PSO-1, PSO-2, and the open-label extension trial in which subjects who completed the controlled trials could enroll, a total of 3 subjects (0.1 per 100 patient-years), developed lymphoma while receiving SOTYKTU after 25, 77, and 98 weeks of treatment.

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Creatine Phosphokinase (CPK) In the 16-week placebo-controlled period, increased CPK (including Grade 4) was reported in 23 subjects (9.3 per 100 patient-years) treated with SOTYKTU, and 5 subjects (4.1 per 100 patient-years) treated with placebo.

Liver Enzyme Elevations Events of increases in liver enzymes ≥3 times the ULN were observed in subjects treated with SOTYKTU [see Warnings and Precautions]. In the 16-week placebo-controlled period:

In animal reproduction studies, no effects on embryo-fetal development were observed with oral administration of deucravacitinib to rats and rabbits during organogenesis at doses that were at least 91 times the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) of 6 mg once daily (see Data).

All pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. The background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2% to 4% and 15% to 20%, respectively.

Report pregnancies to the Bristol-Myers Squibb Company’s Adverse Event reporting line at 1-800-721-5072.

Data Animal data Deucravacitinib was administered orally during the period of organogenesis at doses of 5, 15, or 75 mg/kg/day in rats and 1, 3, or 10 mg/kg/day in rabbits. Deucravacitinib was not associated with embryo-fetal lethality or fetal malformations in either species. These doses resulted in maternal exposures (AUC) that were 266 times (rat) or 91 times (rabbit) the exposure at the MRHD. In a pre- and post-natal development study in rats, deucravacitinib was administered orally from gestation day 6 through lactation day 20, at doses of 5, 15, or 50 mg/kg/day. At 50 mg/kg/day, F1 offspring had reduced body weight gains during the pre-weaning period. After weaning, body weights of affected F1 offspring gradually normalized to control levels. No maternal effects were observed at 50 mg/kg/day (110 times the MRHD based on AUC comparison). No deucravacitinib-related effects on postnatal developmental, neurobehavioral, or reproductive performance of offspring were noted at doses up to 15 mg/kg/day (19 times the MRHD based on AUC comparison).

Lactation Risk Summary There are no data on the presence of deucravacitinib in human milk, the effects on the breastfed infant, or the effects on milk production. Deucravacitinib is present in rat milk. When a drug is present in animal milk, it is likely that the drug will be present in human milk (see Data). The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother’s clinical need for SOTYKTU (deucravacitinib) and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed infant from SOTYKTU or from the underlying maternal condition.

Data Animal Data A single oral dose of 5 mg/kg radiolabeled deucravacitinib was administered to lactating (post-partum days 8 to 12) rats. Deucravacitinib and/or its metabolites were present in the milk of lactating rats.

Pediatric Use The safety and effectiveness of SOTYKTU in pediatric patients have not been established.

Geriatric Use Of the 1,519 subjects with plaque psoriasis treated with SOTYKTU, 152 (10%) subjects were 65 years or older and 21 (1.4%) subjects were 75 years or older.

During the Week 0-16 period, for those subjects (80 subjects ≥65 years old, including 12 subjects ≥75 years old) who received SOTYKTU without switching treatment arms, there was a higher rate of overall serious adverse reactions, including serious infections, and discontinuations due to adverse reactions compared with younger adults.

No overall differences in effectiveness of SOTYKTU have been observed between patients 65 years of age and older and younger adult patients.

Renal Impairment No dose adjustment of SOTYKTU is recommended in patients with mild, moderate, or severe renal impairment or in patients with end stage renal disease (ESRD) on dialysis [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) in full Prescribing Information].

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ALT elevations ≥3 times the ULN was reported in 9 subjects (3.6 per 100 patient-years) treated with SOTYKTU, and 2 subjects (1.6 per 100 patient-years) treated with placebo.

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AST elevations ≥3 times the ULN was reported in 13 subjects (5.2 per 100 patient-years) treated with SOTYKTU, and 2 subjects (1.6 per 100 patient-years) treated with placebo.

Hepatic Impairment No dose adjustment of SOTYKTU is recommended in patients with mild (Child-Pugh A) or moderate (Child-Pugh B) hepatic impairment. SOTYKTU is not recommended for use in patients with severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh C) [see Adverse Reactions and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) in full Prescribing Information].

Decreased Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) In the 16-week placebo-controlled period in subjects who had moderate renal impairment (eGFR 30-59 mL/min) at baseline, decreased GFR was reported in 4 subjects (1.6 per 100 patient-years) treated with SOTYKTU, and 1 subject (0.8 per 100 patient-years) treated with placebo. Two of the deucravacitinib-treated subjects had worsening of baseline proteinuria.

OVERDOSAGE There is no experience regarding human overdosage with SOTYKTU. In case of overdose, consider contacting the Poison Help line (1-800-222-1222) for additional overdosage management recommendations.

The extent of deucravacitinib elimination by hemodialysis was small (5.4% of dose per dialysis treatment), and thus hemodialysis for treatment of overdose with SOTYKTU is limited.

Lipid Elevations Mean triglycerides increased by 10.3 mg/dL during the 16-week treatment period in subjects treated with SOTYKTU and by 9.1 mg/dL during the 52-week treatment period.

NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility The carcinogenic potential of deucravacitinib was assessed in 2-year rat and 6-month rasH2 transgenic mouse studies. No evidence of tumorigenicity was observed in male or female rats that received deucravacitinib at oral doses up to 15 mg/kg/day (51 times the MRHD based on AUC comparison).

No evidence of tumorigenicity was observed in male or female Tg.rasH2 mice that received deucravacitinib at oral doses up to 60 mg/kg/day.

Deucravacitinib was not mutagenic in a bacterial mutagenicity assay (Ames test) or clastogenic in an in vitro chromosomal aberration assay (cultured Chinese hamster ovary cells) or in an in vivo rat peripheral blood micronucleus assay.

In male rats, deucravacitinib had no effects on reproductive parameters (mating, fertility, and sperm morphology) or early embryonic development of their offspring at oral doses up to 50 mg/kg/day (224 times the MRHD based on AUC comparison).

Safety Through Week 52 In PSO-1 and PSO-2, the exposure adjusted incidence rate of adverse reactions in subjects treated with SOTYKTU from Week 0 through Week 52 without switching treatment did not increase compared to the rate observed during the first 16 weeks of treatment.

USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Pregnancy Risk Summary Available data from case reports on SOTYKTU use during pregnancy are insufficient to evaluate a drugassociated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes.

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In female rats, deucravacitinib had no effects on mating, fertility, or early embryonic parameters at oral doses up to 50 mg/kg/day (171 times the MRHD based on AUC comparison).

PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION Advise the patient to read the FDA-approved patient labeling (Medication Guide) before starting SOTYKTU (deucravacitinib) therapy and each time the prescription is renewed, as there may be new information they need to know. Advise patients of the potential benefits and risks of SOTYKTU. Hypersensitivity Reactions Advise patients to discontinue SOTYKTU and seek immediate medical attention if they experience any symptoms of serious hypersensitivity reactions [see Warnings and Precautions].

Infections Inform patients that SOTYKTU may lower the ability of their immune system to fight infections and to contact their healthcare provider immediately if they develop any signs or symptoms of infection [see Warnings and Precautions].

Inform patients that herpes infections, including serious, may occur with use of SOTYKTU [see Warnings and Precautions].

Malignancies including Lymphomas Inform patients that SOTYKTU may increase their risk of developing malignancies including lymphomas.

Instruct patients to inform their healthcare provider if they have ever had any type of cancer [see Warnings and Precautions].

Rhabdomyolysis Inform patients that SOTYKTU may increase their risk of developing rhabdomyolysis. Instruct patients to immediately inform their healthcare provider if they develop unexplained muscle pain, tenderness or weakness, particularly if accompanied by malaise or fever [see Warnings and Precautions].

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Laboratory Abnormalities Inform patients that SOTYKTU (deucravacitinib) may affect certain lab tests, and that blood tests may be required before and during SOTYKTU treatment [see Warnings and Precautions].

Immunizations Advise patients that vaccination with live vaccines is not recommended during SOTYKTU treatment.

Medications that interact with the immune system may increase the risk of infection following administration of live vaccines. Instruct patients to inform the healthcare practitioner that they are taking SOTYKTU prior to a potential vaccination [see Warnings and Precautions].

Pregnancy Advise patients to report their pregnancy to Bristol-Myers Squibb Company at 1-800-721-5072 [see Use in Specific Populations].

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SOTYKTU and the Bristol Myers Squibb logo are trademarks of Bristol-Myers Squibb Company.

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he main purpose of a prior authorization (PA) is to determine therapeutic need, clinical efficacy to FDA label, optimize outcomes using disease state measures and evidence-based medicine, enforce clinical practice guidelines, contain cost and ensure medication safety.

Drugs that need PAs may be high-cost or high-spend (specialty) drugs, have serious adverse effects, be new-to-market, or have the potential for waste or misuse. Other examples—such as cosmetic or hair growth medicine—may not be covered by certain groups or agencies. Additionally, brand-name drugs with generic alternatives or non-preferred/non-formulary drugs can also fall under this PA-required category.

To manage the utilization of such therapies, payors will put stipulations in their formularies. Utilization management may include PA, step therapy and quantity limitations (QL). Step therapy typically requires use of a clinically recognized first-line drug before approval of a more expensive medication or use of a planpreferred medication first. QLs may be used to prevent stockpiling, promote adherence to best prescribing practices, or to prevent medication misuse or abuse. Limitations are usually consistent with FDA-approved durations/dosing, or maximum dosing.

There are broadly two types of formularies.

An open formulary allows for most or all FDA-approved drugs to be covered by the payor, but patients may pay more out-ofpocket for non-preferred products. This

It is possible more than one utilization management edit or nonformulary (NF) request may apply to a drug and be the cause of a rejection.

type of formulary provides more options for patients, but places more of the cost on both the patient and the organization.

A closed formulary includes a specific list of covered products provided by the plan. If medically necessary, patients may request exceptions beyond the formulary, but may pay extra to try formulary alternatives first. Closed formularies are designed to cover an appropriate number of medications per therapeutic category, and they’re based on clinical practice to limit the need for exception requests. This provides more limited options for patients, but it reduces overall healthcare cost.

It is possible more than one utilization management edit or non-formulary (NF) request may apply to a drug and be the cause of a rejection.

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USE DISEASE SEVERITY SCORES. Examples include body surface area, global assessment

STATE PREVIOUS MEDICATIONS TRIALED WITH DURATIONS or any contraindications to standard therapy or reason not to prescribe guidelinerecommended agents.

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More than 75% of commercially insured patient lives have coverage for OPZELURA®1 Covered at any tier. PA and other restrictions may apply.

Coverage is plan specific and subject to change.

For patients 12 years of age and older

CONSIDER OPZELURA

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The First and Only FDA-Approved Treatment for Repigmentation in Nonsegmental Vitiligo2* Proven to Promote Skin Repigmentation in Phase III Clinical Trials2 Not an OPZELURA® patient.

F-VASI75 Results at Weeks 24 and 52 Data From Week 24 And an Open-Label Extension Nearly

1 in 3 patients

Nearly 1 in 3 patients achieved F-VASI75† at 24 weeks (primary endpoint; 29.9% vs 7.5% [P<0.0001] and 29.9% vs 12.9% [P<0.01]).2,3

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About half the patients remaining in the studies who applied OPZELURA® from day 1 achieved F-VASI75 at 52 weeks: ~51% for OPZELURA® and ~28% for vehicle-to-OPZELURA® (Week 24 to Week 52).

Data were reported as observed. No conclusions of safety or efficacy should be made based on these results.2,4

Limitations of an open-label extension: In an open-label extension, there is a potential for enrichment of the long-term data in the remaining patient populations since patients who are unable to tolerate or do not respond to the drug often drop out.

OPZELURA® was studied in 2 double-blind, randomized, vehicle-controlled trials of identical design that enrolled 674 adult and adolescent patients with nonsegmental vitiligo ≥12 years of age. Patients had depigmented areas affecting ≥0.5% F-BSA, ≥3% nonfacial BSA, and total body vitiligo area (facial and nonfacial) of up to 10% BSA. Phototherapy was not permitted during the trials. In both trials, patients were randomized 2:1 to treatment with OPZELURA® or vehicle cream BID for 24 weeks followed by a 28-week open-label extension, wherein patients originally assigned to vehicle could switch to OPZELURA®. 2 BID, twice daily; BSA, body surface area; F-BSA, facial body surface area; FDA, Food and Drug Administration: F-VASI, Facial Vitiligo Scoring Index; F-VASI75, ≥75% improvement from baseline in Facial Vitiligo Area Scoring Index. *In patients 12 years of age and older. † F-VASI is a composite measurement of the overall area of facial vitiligo patches and degree of depigmentation within patches.

As assessed, the face did not include surface area of the lips, scalp, eyelids, ears, or neck. 5

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Common Prior Authorization Requirements Patient Age

The patient must be 12 years of age or older.

Indication

OPZELURA® is indicated for nonsegmental vitiligo

Tried and Failed Alternatives

This may include a topical corticosteroid (TCS) and/or topical calcineurin inhibitor (TCI). Be sure to include your patient’s most recent chart notes!

Body Surface Area (BSA)

Indicate the BSA that will be treated: • Nonsegmental vitiligo is up to 10%

Combination Use

Confirm OPZELURA® will not be used with: • Therapeutic biologics • Other JAK inhibitors • Potent immunosuppressants OPZELURA® was studied as a monotherapy treatment. Many plans do not approve combination use.

Turn the page to see the results with OPZELURA® at 52 weeks INDICATION OPZELURA is indicated for the topical treatment of nonsegmental vitiligo in adult and pediatric patients 12 years of age and older.

Limitations of Use: Use of OPZELURA in combination with therapeutic biologics, other JAK inhibitors, or potent immunosuppressants such as azathioprine or cyclosporine is not recommended.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SERIOUS INFECTIONS Patients treated with oral Janus kinase inhibitors for inflammatory conditions are at risk for developing serious infections that may lead to hospitalization or death. Reported infections include: • Active tuberculosis, which may present with pulmonary or extrapulmonary disease.

• Invasive fungal infections, including cryptococcosis and pneumocystosis.

• Bacterial, viral, including herpes zoster, and other infections due to opportunistic pathogens.

Avoid use of OPZELURA in patients with an active, serious infection, including localized infections. If a serious infection develops, interrupt OPZELURA until the infection is controlled. Carefully consider the benefits and risks of treatment prior to initiating OPZELURA

in patients with chronic or recurrent infection.

Closely monitor patients for the development of signs and symptoms of infection during and after treatment with OPZELURA. Serious lower respiratory tract infections were reported in the clinical development program with topical ruxolitinib.

No cases of active tuberculosis (TB) were reported in clinical trials with OPZELURA. Cases of active TB were reported in clinical trials of oral Janus kinase inhibitors used to treat inflammatory conditions. Consider evaluating patients for latent and active TB infection prior to administration of OPZELURA. During OPZELURA use, monitor patients for the development of signs and symptoms of TB. Viral reactivation, including cases of herpes virus reactivation (e.g., herpes zoster), were reported in clinical trials with Janus kinase inhibitors used to treat inflammatory conditions including OPZELURA. If a patient develops herpes zoster, consider interrupting OPZELURA treatment until the episode resolves.

Hepatitis B viral load (HBV-DNA titer) increases, with or without associated elevations in alanine aminotransferase and aspartate aminotransferase, have been reported in patients with chronic HBV infections taking oral ruxolitinib. OPZELURA initiation is not recommended in patients with active hepatitis B or hepatitis C.

Please see Important Safety Information continued on next page and Brief Summary of Full Prescribing Information, including Boxed Warning, on the following pages.

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52-Week Results for a Clinical Trial Participant Whose Repigmentation Met the Primary Endpoint of F-VASI75 at 24 Weeks6‡ PRIMARY ENDPOINT BASELINE

WEEK 24

WEEK 52

Week 0 F -VASI SCORE 1.5

Week 24 F -VASI SCORE 0.3

Week 52 F -VASI SCORE 0.3

80% Improvement From Baseline

80% Improvement From Baseline

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Results not typical. Actual patient treated with OPZELURA® in a clinical trial. Individual results may vary.

Not for ophthalmic, oral, or intravaginal use.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION (continued) MORTALITY In a large, randomized, postmarketing safety study in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients 50 years of age and older with at least one cardiovascular risk factor comparing an oral JAK inhibitor to tumor necrosis factor (TNF) blocker treatment, a higher rate of all-cause mortality, including sudden cardiovascular death, was observed with the JAK inhibitor. Consider the benefits and risks for the individual patient prior to initiating or continuing therapy with OPZELURA.

MALIGNANCIES

Malignancies were reported in patients treated with OPZELURA. Lymphoma and other malignancies have been observed in patients receiving JAK inhibitors used to treat inflammatory conditions. In RA patients treated with an oral JAK inhibitor, a higher rate of malignancies (excluding non-melanoma skin

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cancer (NMSC)) was observed when compared with TNF blockers. Patients who are current or past smokers are at additional increased risk.

Consider the benefits and risks for the individual patient prior to initiating or continuing therapy with OPZELURA, particularly in patients with a known malignancy (other than successfully treated non-melanoma skin cancers), patients who develop a malignancy when on treatment, and patients who are current or past smokers.

Non-melanoma skin cancers, including basal cell and squamous cell carcinoma, have occurred in patients treated with OPZELURA. Perform periodic skin examinations during OPZELURA treatment and following treatment as appropriate. Exposure to sunlight and UV light should be limited by wearing protective clothing and using broad-spectrum sunscreen.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION (continued) MAJOR ADVERSE CARDIOVASCULAR EVENTS (MACE) In RA patients 50 years of age and older with at least one cardiovascular risk factor treated with an oral JAK inhibitor, a higher rate of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) (defined as cardiovascular death, myocardial infarction, and stroke), was observed when compared with TNF blockers. Patients who are current or past smokers are at additional increased risk.

Discontinue OPZELURA in patients who have experienced a myocardial infarction or stroke.

Consider the benefits and risks for the individual patient prior to initiating or continuing therapy with OPZELURA, particularly in patients who are current or past smokers and patients with other cardiovascular risk factors. Patients should be informed about the symptoms of serious cardiovascular events and the steps to take if they occur. Discontinue OPZELURA in patients that have experienced a myocardial infarction or stroke.

THROMBOSIS

Thromboembolic events were observed in trials with OPZELURA. Thrombosis, including pulmonary embolism (PE), deep venous thrombosis (DVT), and arterial thrombosis have been reported in patients receiving JAK inhibitors used to treat inflammatory conditions. Many of these adverse reactions were serious and some resulted in death. In RA patients 50 years of age and older with at least one cardiovascular risk factor treated with an oral JAK inhibitor, a higher rate of thrombosis was observed when compared with TNF blockers. Avoid OPZELURA in patients at risk.

If symptoms of thrombosis occur, discontinue OPZELURA and treat appropriately.

Thrombocytopenia, Anemia, and Neutropenia Thrombocytopenia, anemia, and neutropenia were reported in the clinical trials with OPZELURA. Consider the benefits and risks for individual patients who have a known history of these events prior to initiating therapy with OPZELURA. Perform CBC monitoring as clinically indicated.

If signs and/or symptoms of clinically significant thrombocytopenia, anemia, and neutropenia occur, patients should discontinue OPZELURA.

Lipid Elevations

Treatment with oral ruxolitinib has been associated with increases in lipid parameters including total cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, and triglycerides.

Adverse Reactions

In nonsegmental vitiligo, the most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥1%) are application site acne (6%), application site pruritus (5%), nasopharyngitis (4%), headache (4%), urinary tract infection (2%), application site erythema (2%), and pyrexia (1%).

Pregnancy

There is a pregnancy registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in pregnant persons exposed to OPZELURA during pregnancy.

Pregnant persons exposed to OPZELURA and healthcare providers should report OPZELURA exposure by calling 1-855-463-3463.

Lactation

Advise women not to breastfeed during treatment with OPZELURA and for approximately four weeks after the last dose (approximately 5-6 elimination half-lives).

Please see Brief Summary of Full Prescribing Information, including Boxed Warning, on the following pages.

References: 1. VANTAGE Fingertip Formulary, April 2023. 2. OPZELURA® (ruxolitinib) cream. Prescribing Information. Incyte Corporation. 3. Rosmarin D, Pandya AG, Grimes P, et al. Efficacy and safety of ruxolitinib cream for the treatment of vitiligo: 24-week results from 2 randomized, double-blind phase 3 studies. Abstract presented at: 30th European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV) Congress; September 29-October 2, 2021; virtual. 4. Rosmarin D, Passeron T, Pandya AG, et al. Efficacy and safety of ruxolitinib cream monotherapy for the treatment of vitiligo: results from two 52-week phase 3 studies. Presented at: American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting; March 25-29, 2022; Oral Presentation. 5. Rosmarin D, Pandya AG, Lebwohl M, et al. Ruxolitinib cream for treatment of vitiligo: a randomised, controlled, phase 2 trial. Lancet.

2020;396(suppl):1-121. 6. Data on File. Incyte Corporation.

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initiatinginOPZELURA in patients: with chronic infection; or recurrent initiating OPZELURA patients: with chronic or recurrent withinfection; a historywith a history Thrombocy a serious or an opportunistic who have been exposed to tuberculosis; neutropenia of a serious orofan opportunistic infection; whoinfection; have been exposed to tuberculosis; who or have resided traveled in areastuberculosis of endemicor tuberculosis or endemic mycoses; and risks fo who have resided traveled in or areas of endemic endemic mycoses; or withconditions underlyingthat conditions that may them predispose them toClosely infection. Closely initiating th or with underlying may predispose to infection. monitor patients for the development signs andofsymptoms of infection during signs and/ monitor patients for the development of signs and of symptoms infection during and after treatment with Interrupt OPZELURA. InterruptifOPZELURA if a patient and after treatment with OPZELURA. OPZELURA a patient develops a develops a neutropenia OPZELURA® (ruxolitinib) OPZELURA®cream, (ruxolitinib) for topical cream, use for topical use serious an opportunistic infection, DoOPZELURA not resume OPZELURA Lipid Eleva serious infection, an infection, opportunistic infection, or sepsis.

Doornotsepsis. resume until is thecontrolled. infection is controlled. until the infection Brief Summary Brief of FULL Summary PRESCRIBING of FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATIONINFORMATION in lipid pa cholesterol, Tuberculosis: Tuberculosis: No cases of active No cases tuberculosis of active (TB) tuberculosis were reported (TB) were in clinical reported trials in with clinical trials with INDICATIONSINDICATIONS AND USAGE:AND OPZELURA USAGE:isOPZELURA indicated for is indicated the topical for treatment the topicalof treatment of OPZELURA. Cases OPZELURA. of active Cases TB were of active reported TB were in clinical reported trials in clinical of oral Janus trials ofkinase oral Janus kinase ADVERSE R nonsegmentalnonsegmental vitiligo in adultvitiligo and pediatric in adult patients and pediatric 12 years patients of age 12and years older. of age and older. inhibitors usedinhibitors to treat inflammatory used to treat inflammatory conditions. Consider conditions. evaluating Consider patients evaluating for latent patients for latent Clinical Tria Limitations ofLimitations Use: Use ofofOPZELURA Use: Use of in combination OPZELURA inwith combination therapeutic withbiologics, therapeutic other biologics, other TBand and active infection activeprior TB infection to administration prior to administration of OPZELURA.ofDuring OPZELURA. OPZELURA Duringuse, OPZELURA use, conditions, a JAK inhibitors,JAK or potent inhibitors, immunosuppressants or potent immunosuppressants such as azathioprine such asorazathioprine cyclosporine or iscyclosporine is monitor patients monitor for the patients development for the of development signs and symptoms of signs and of TB. symptoms of TB. compared to not recommended. not recommended.

Viral Reactivation: Viral Reactivation: Viral reactivation, Viral including reactivation, cases including of herpes casesvirus of herpes reactivation virus reactivation in practice. (e.g., herpes zoster), (e.g., herpes were zoster), reportedwere in clinical reported trialsin with clinical Janus trialskinase with Janus inhibitors kinase usedinhibitors used 449 adult an WARNING: SERIOUS INFECTIONS, MALIGNANCY, MAJOR WARNING: SERIOUS INFECTIONS, MORTALITY, MORTALITY, MALIGNANCY, MAJOR to treat inflammatory to treat inflammatory conditions including conditions OPZELURA. including If OPZELURA. a patient develops If a patient herpes develops herpes treated with ADVERSE CARDIOVASCULAR AND THROMBOSIS ADVERSE CARDIOVASCULAR EVENTS, ANDEVENTS, THROMBOSIS were female zoster, consider zoster, interrupting considerOPZELURA interruptingtreatment OPZELURA untiltreatment the episode untilresolves. the episode resolves.

SERIOUS INFECTIONS SERIOUS INFECTIONS adverse reac Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C: The Bimpact and C:ofThe Janus impact kinase of Janus inhibitors kinase usedinhibitors to treat used inflammatory to treat inflammatory least 1% gre Patients treated withkinase oral Janus kinase for inflammatory Patients treated with oral Janus inhibitors forinhibitors inflammatory conditions conditions conditions conditions OPZELURA includingonOPZELURA chronic viral on hepatitis chronic viral reactivation hepatitis isreactivation unknown. is unknown. follows for O at risk forserious developing serious infections may lead to hospitalization or including are at risk forare developing infections that may leadthat to hospitalization or Patients with Patients a history with of hepatitis a historyB of or hepatitis C infection B or were C infection excludedwere fromexcluded clinical trials. from clinical trials. emergent ad death [see andand Precautions and Adverse Reactions]. death [see Warnings andWarnings Precautions Adverse Reactions].

Hepatitis B viral Hepatitis load (HBV-DNA B viral load titer) (HBV-DNA increases, titer) with increases, or withoutwith associated or without elevations associated elevations (1%), Applica Reported infections include: Reported infections include: in alanine in alanine aminotransferase and aspartateand aminotransferase, aspartate aminotransferase, have been reported have been in reported in 17 (4%) vs 6 • Active tuberculosis, maywith present with pulmonary or aminotransferase • Active tuberculosis, which maywhich present pulmonary or patients with chronic patientsHBV withinfections chronic HBV taking infections oral ruxolitinib. taking oral OPZELURA ruxolitinib.initiation OPZELURA is notinitiation is not vs 1 (<1%), a extrapulmonary disease. extrapulmonary disease. recommendedrecommended in patients with in active patients hepatitis with active B or hepatitis BC.or hepatitis C. Adverse rea • Invasive fungal infections, including cryptococcosis, and pneumocystosis.

• Invasive fungal infections, including cryptococcosis, and pneumocystosis.

Mortality: In a Mortality: large, randomized, In a large, postmarketing randomized, postmarketing safety study ofsafety an oral study JAKofinhibitor an oral JAK inhibitor the OPZELU Bacterial, viral, including herpes zoster,infections and otherdue infections due to • Bacterial, •viral, including herpes zoster, and other to in rheumatoidinarthritis rheumatoid (RA) arthritis patients (RA) 50 years patients of age 50 years and older of age with andat older least with one at least one hypertension opportunisticopportunistic pathogens. pathogens. cardiovascular cardiovascular risk factor, a risk higher factor, rate a of higher all-cause rate mortality, of all-cause including mortality, sudden including sudden dermatitis Avoid use ofinOPZELURA in patients with an active, serious infection, including Avoid use of OPZELURA patients with an active, serious infection, including influenza-lik cardiovascular cardiovascular death, was observed death, was in observed patients treated in patients with treated the JAK with inhibitor the JAK inhibitor localizedIf infections.

If a serious infection develops, interruptuntil OPZELURA until localized infections. a serious infection develops, interrupt OPZELURA compared withcompared TNF blockers. with TNF Consider blockers. the benefits Considerand therisks benefits for the andindividual risks for the patient individual patient DRUG INTE infection is controlled. the infectionthe is controlled. prior to initiating priorortocontinuing initiating or therapy continuing with OPZELURA. therapy with OPZELURA. Drug intera Thebenefits risks and benefits ofwith treatment with should OPZELURA should be carefully The risks and of treatment OPZELURA be carefully Malignancy Malignancy and Lymphoproliferative and Lymphoproliferative Disorders: Malignancies, Disorders: Malignancies, including including known to b prior to therapy initiatingin therapy patients withor chronic or considered considered prior to initiating patients inwith chronic lymphomas, lymphomas, were observed were in clinical observed trials in clinical of oral trials JAK inhibitors of oral JAK used inhibitors to treatused to treat may increa recurrent infection. recurrent infection. inflammatory inflammatory conditions.

Patients conditions. who Patients are current who or are past current smokers or past are at smokers additional are at additional decrease ru Patients should monitored be closelyfor monitored for the development Patients should be closely the development of signs andof signs and increased risk. increased Malignancies, risk.

Malignancies, including lymphomas, including lymphomas, have occurred have in patients occurred in patients Strong Inhi infection and afterwith treatment with [see OPZELURA [see symptoms ofsymptoms infection of during and during after treatment OPZELURA receiving JAK receiving inhibitors JAKused inhibitors to treat used inflammatory to treat inflammatory conditions. Inconditions. a large, In a large, inhibitors o and Precautions].

Warnings andWarnings Precautions]. randomized, postmarketing randomized, postmarketing safety study of safety an oral study JAKofinhibitor an oral JAK in RAinhibitor patients, in aRA patients, a ruxolitinib a MORTALITY MORTALITY higher rate ofhigher malignancies rate of malignancies (excluding non-melanoma (excluding non-melanoma skin cancer) was skin observed cancer) was observed USE IN SPE In a large, postmarketing randomized, postmarketing safety study inarthritis rheumatoid (RA) treated In a large, randomized, safety study in rheumatoid (RA) arthritis in patients in patients with treated the JAKwith inhibitor the JAK compared inhibitorto compared those treated to those with treated TNF with TNF Pregnancy patients 50 years of age and at least one cardiovascular patients 50 years of age and older with at older least with one cardiovascular risk factor risk factor blockers. A higher blockers. rateAofhigher lymphomas rate of was lymphomas observedwas in patients observedtreated in patients with the treated with the an oral to JAK inhibitor to tumor necrosis factor (TNF) blocker treatment, comparing ancomparing oral JAK inhibitor tumor necrosis factor (TNF) blocker treatment, Pregnancy JAK inhibitor JAK compared inhibitor to compared those treated to those with TNF treated blockers. with TNF A higher blockers. rateAofhigher lung rate of lung ratemortality, of all-cause mortality, including sudden cardiovascular a higher rate aofhigher all-cause including sudden cardiovascular death, was death, was outcomes i cancers was cancers observed was in current observed or in past current smokers or past treated smokers with treated the JAK with inhibitor the JAK inhibitor with the JAK and Precautions]. observed withobserved the JAK inhibitor [see inhibitor Warnings[see andWarnings Precautions]. persons ex compared to those compared treated to those with TNF treated blockers. with TNF In this blockers. study, current In this study, or past current smokers or past smokers exposure by MALIGNANCIES MALIGNANCIES had an additional had an increased additional riskincreased of overallrisk malignancies. of overall malignancies.

Consider the Consider benefits and the benefits and were reportedtreated in patients with Lymphoma OPZELURA. Lymphoma MalignanciesMalignancies were reported in patients with treated OPZELURA. risks for therisks individual for thepatient individual prior patient to initiating prior to or initiating continuingor therapy continuing withtherapy with Risk Summa and other malignancies have beenin observed patientsJAK receiving JAK and other malignancies have been observed patients in receiving OPZELURA, OPZELURA, particularly in particularly patients in withpatients a known withmalignancy a known (other malignancy than (other than are not suffi inhibitors to treat inflammatory RA patients treatedsuccessfully with an inhibitors used to treat used inflammatory conditions. Inconditions.

RA patientsIntreated with an successfully treated non-melanoma treated non-melanoma skin cancers), skinpatients cancers), whopatients developwho a develop a or other ad administrati oral JAK inhibitor, higher rate of malignancies (excluding non-melanoma oral JAK inhibitor, a higher ratea of malignancies (excluding non-melanoma malignancy when malignancy on treatment, when on and treatment, patients who and patients are current whoorare past current smokers. or past smokers. resulted in a cancer waswhen observed whenwith compared with TNF blockers. skin cancer skin (NMSC)) was(NMSC)) observed compared TNF blockers.

Non-melanoma Non-melanoma Skin Cancers:Skin Non-melanoma Cancers: Non-melanoma skin cancers skin including cancers basal including cell andbasal cell and whoorare current or past are at additional increased risk [see Patients whoPatients are current past smokers are smokers at additional increased risk [see The backgr squamous cellsquamous carcinomacell have carcinoma occurredhave in patients occurred treated in patients with OPZELURA. treated withPerform OPZELURA. Perform and Precautions].

Warnings andWarnings Precautions]. populations periodic skin periodic examinations skin examinations during OPZELURA duringtreatment OPZELURA andtreatment followingand treatment following as treatment as other adver MAJOR ADVERSE CARDIOVASCULAR EVENTS (MACE) MAJOR ADVERSE CARDIOVASCULAR EVENTS (MACE) appropriate. Exposure appropriate. to sunlight Exposure andtoUV sunlight light should and UVbelight limited should by wearing be limited protective by wearing protective birth defect In50 RAyears patients 50 years of age and at least one cardiovascular risk In RA patients of age and older with at older least with one cardiovascular risk clothing broad-spectrum and using broad-spectrum sunscreen. sunscreen. factor oral JAK inhibitor, higher of major clothing adverseand using factor treated withtreated an oralwith JAK an inhibitor, a higher ratea of majorrate adverse Data Major Adverse MajorCardiovascular Adverse Cardiovascular Events (MACE): EventsIn (MACE): a large, Inrandomized, a large, randomized, cardiovascular events (MACE) (defined as cardiovascular death, myocardial cardiovascular events (MACE) (defined as cardiovascular death, myocardial Animal Data: postmarketingpostmarketing safety study of safety an oral study JAKofinhibitor an oral JAK in RAinhibitor patientsin50 RAyears patients of age 50 years of age infarction, was observed whenwith compared with TNF blockers. infarction, and stroke), and wasstroke), observed when compared TNF blockers. of organoge who or arepast current or past are atincreased additionalrisk. increased Patients whoPatients are current smokers aresmokers at additional and risk. older withand at least olderone withcardiovascular at least one cardiovascular risk factor, a higher risk factor, rate of a higher major adverse rate of major adverse in rabbits. T in patients who have experienced Discontinue Discontinue OPZELURA inOPZELURA patients who have experienced a myocardiala myocardial cardiovascular cardiovascular events (MACE) events defined (MACE) as defined cardiovascular as cardiovascular death, non-fatal death, non-fatal weight of ap stroke [see and Precautions]. infarction or infarction stroke [seeorWarnings andWarnings Precautions]. myocardial infarction myocardial (MI), infarction and non-fatal (MI), and stroke non-fatal was observed stroke was withobserved the JAK inhibitor with the JAK inhibitor 60 mg/kg/da compared to compared those treated to those with treated TNF blockers. with TNF Patients blockers. whoPatients are current whoorarepast current or past systemic exp THROMBOSISTHROMBOSIS smokers are smokers at additional are at increased additional risk. increased Considerrisk. the Consider benefits and the benefits risks for and the risks for the exposure fro Thromboembolic were observed trials withThrombosis, OPZELURA. Thrombosis, Thromboembolic events were events observed in trials withinOPZELURA. individual priorpatient to initiating prior toor initiating continuingor therapy continuing withtherapy OPZELURA, with OPZELURA, affected bod including pulmonary embolism (PE), thrombosis deep venous(DVT), thrombosis (DVT), andindividual arterial patient including pulmonary embolism (PE), deep venous and arterial patients who in patients are current whoorare past current smokers or past andsmokers patients and withpatients other with other lower fetal w thrombosis have been reported in patients inhibitors to treat inparticularly thrombosis have been reported in patients receiving JAKreceiving inhibitorsJAK used to treat usedparticularly cardiovascular cardiovascular risk factors. risk Patients factors. should Patients be informed should be about informed the symptoms about theofsymptoms of highest and conditions.

Many of these adverse reactions and inflammatoryinflammatory conditions. Many of these adverse reactions were seriouswere and serious serious serious cardiovascular events and the events stepsandto the takesteps if they to occur. take if Discontinue they occur. Discontinue approximate resulted death. In50RAyears patients 50and years of age olderone with at least onecardiovascular some resultedsome in death.

In RAinpatients of age older withand at least cardiovascular risk factor an oral JAK inhibitor, rate of inOPZELURA cardiovascular risk factor treated with treated an oral with JAK inhibitor, a higher rateaofhigherOPZELURA patients that in patients have experienced that have aexperienced myocardial ainfarction myocardial or stroke. infarction or stroke. developmen thrombosis observed when compared with TNF blockers.

Avoid in thrombosis was observedwas when compared with TNF blockers.

Avoid OPZELURA in OPZELURA Thrombosis: Thrombosis: Thromboembolic Thromboembolic events were observed events were in clinical observed trialsinwith clinical OPZELURA. trials with OPZELURA. through lact patients at risk. Ifofsymptoms of occur, thrombosis occur, OPZELURA discontinue OPZELURA patients at risk.

If symptoms thrombosis discontinue Thrombosis, including Thrombosis, deepincluding vein thrombosis deep vein(DVT), thrombosis pulmonary (DVT),embolism pulmonary (PE), embolism and (PE), and on embryofe and treat appropriately and Precautions]. and treat appropriately [see Warnings[see andWarnings Precautions]. arterial thrombosis arterialhave thrombosis been reported have been in patients reportedreceiving in patients JAKreceiving inhibitorsJAK usedinhibitors to used to function at th treat inflammatory treat inflammatory conditions.

Many conditions. of these Many adverse of these reactions adverse were reactions serious were and serious and Lactation WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS some resultedsome in death. resulted In a in large, death. randomized, In a large,postmarketing randomized, postmarketing safety study ofsafety an oral study of an oral Risk Summa Serious Serious Infections: and fatal sometimes fataldue infections due to bacterial, Serious Infections: and Serious sometimes infections to bacterial, JAK inhibitor inJAK RAinhibitor patientsin50RAyears patients of age 50and years older of age withand at least olderone withcardiovascular at least one cardiovascular on the breas invasive or other opportunistic pathogens mycobacterial,mycobacterial, invasive fungal, viral, fungal, or otherviral, opportunistic pathogens have been have been risk factor, higher risk factor, rates of higher overall rates thrombosis, of overall DVT, thrombosis, and PE were DVT, observed and PE were compared observed to compared to of lactating reported in patients oral Janus kinase inhibitors. lower respiratory reported in patients receiving oralreceiving Janus kinase inhibitors.

Serious lowerSerious respiratory those treated with thoseTNF treated blockers. with TNF Avoidblockers.

OPZELURA Avoid in patients OPZELURA whoin may patients be atwho increased may be at increased present in hu tract infections tract were infections reported were in the reported clinicalindevelopment the clinical development program withprogram topical with topical of thrombosis. risk of Ifthrombosis. symptoms Ifof symptoms thrombosisofoccur, thrombosis discontinue occur, OPZELURA discontinueand OPZELURA and serious infe ruxolitinib. Avoid ruxolitinib. use of Avoid OPZELURA use ofinOPZELURA patients with in patients an active, withserious an active, infection, seriousrisk infection, breastfeed d evaluate and treat evaluate patients and appropriately. treat patients appropriately. including localized including infections. localized Consider infections. the Consider risks and the benefits risks of andtreatment benefits prior of treatment to prior to last dose (ap

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Data: Lactating ratsLactating were administered rats were administered a single dosea ofsingle [14C]-labeled dose of [14C]-labeled ruxolitinib ruxolitinib th a history Thrombocytopenia, Thrombocytopenia, Anemia, andAnemia, Neutropenia: and Neutropenia: Thrombocytopenia, Thrombocytopenia, anemia, and anemia, and Data: (30benefits mg/kg) on(30 postnatal mg/kg)Day on postnatal 10, after which Day 10,plasma after which and milk plasma samples and milk weresamples collectedwere collected uberculosis; neutropenia were neutropenia reportedwere in thereported clinical in trials the with clinical OPZELURA. trials withConsider OPZELURA. the benefits Consider the for prior up to to 24 hours. for upThe to 24 AUC hours. for total The radioactivity AUC for totalinradioactivity milk was approximately in milk was approximately 13 times 13 times c mycoses; and risks for and individual risks for patients individual who patients have a known who have history a known of these history events of these prior toevents the maternal the maternal AUC. Additional plasma AUC. analysis Additional showed analysis the presence showed the of ruxolitinib presence and of ruxolitinib and on. Closely initiating therapy initiating with OPZELURA. therapy withPerform OPZELURA. CBC Perform monitoring CBCasmonitoring clinically indicated. as clinically If indicated.

If plasma severaland of its metabolites several of itsinmetabolites milk, all at levels in milk,higher all at than levelsthose higher in maternal than thoseplasma. in maternal plasma. symptoms and/orofsymptoms clinically significant of clinicallythrombocytopenia, significant thrombocytopenia, anemia, and anemia, ction during signs and/or signs neutropenia patientsoccur, should patients discontinue shouldOPZELURA. discontinue OPZELURA. Pediatric Use:Pediatric Nonsegmental Use: Nonsegmental Vitiligo: The safety Vitiligo: andThe effectiveness safety and effectiveness of OPZELURAofforOPZELURA for develops a neutropenia occur, topical treatment the topical of treatment nonsegmental of nonsegmental vitiligo have been vitiligoestablished have been inestablished pediatric in pediatric OPZELURA Lipid Elevations: LipidTreatment Elevations: with Treatment oral ruxolitinib with oral hasruxolitinib been associated has been with associated increaseswiththe increases patients agedpatients 12 to 17aged years12oftoage.

17 Use yearsofofOPZELURA age. Use ofin OPZELURA this age group in this is supported age group is supported in lipid parameters in lipid including parameterstotal including cholesterol, total low-density cholesterol, lipoprotein low-density (LDL) lipoprotein (LDL) by evidence from by evidence TRuE-V1from and TRuE-V1 TRuE-V2,and which TRuE-V2, included which 55 pediatric includedsubjects 55 pediatric agedsubjects aged cholesterol, triglycerides. and triglycerides. al trials with cholesterol, and 12 to 17 years 12 with to 17nonsegmental years with nonsegmental vitiligo. No clinically vitiligo. meaningful No clinicallydifferences meaningfulindifferences in anus kinase ADVERSE REACTIONS ADVERSE REACTIONS safety or effectiveness safety or effectiveness were observed were between observed adultbetween and pediatric adult and subjects. pediatric Thesubjects. The nts for latent Clinical TrialsClinical Experience: Trials Because Experience: clinical Because trials are clinical conducted trials are under conducted widely varying under widely varying safety and effectiveness safety and effectiveness of OPZELURAofin OPZELURA pediatric patients in pediatric younger patients than younger 12 yearsthan of 12 years of ELURA use, conditions, adverse conditions, reaction adverse rates observed reaction rates in theobserved clinical trials in theofclinical a drugtrials cannot of be a drug directly cannotage be directly with nonsegmental age with nonsegmental vitiligo have not vitiligo beenhave established. not been established. compared to rates compared in the clinical to ratestrials in theofclinical anothertrials drugofand another may not drugreflect and may the rates not reflect observed the rates observed Juvenile Animal Juvenile ToxicityAnimal Data: Oral Toxicity administration Data: Oral administration of ruxolitinib toofjuvenile ruxolitinib ratstoresulted juvenileinrats resulted in practice. double-blind, In two vehicle-controlled double-blind, vehicle-controlled clinical trials (TRuE-V1 clinical trials and (TRuE-V1 TRuE-V2),andeffects TRuE-V2), reactivation in practice. In intwo on growth effects andonbone growth measures. and bone When measures. administered When starting administered at postnatal startingday at postnatal 7 day 7 449 adult and 449 pediatric adult subjects and pediatric 12 years subjects of age 12 and years older of with age and nonsegmental older with nonsegmental vitiligo were vitiligo were ibitors used (the equivalent(the of equivalent a human newborn) of a human at doses newborn) of 1.5 at doses to 75 mg/kg/day, of 1.5 to 75evidence mg/kg/day, of evidence of treated with twice OPZELURA daily for twice 24 weeks. daily In forthe 24OPZELURA weeks. In the group, OPZELURA 55% of group, subjects 55% fractures of subjects lops herpes treated with OPZELURA occurred fractures at doses occurred ≥ 30 at mg/kg/day, doses ≥ 30 and mg/kg/day, effects onand body effects weightonand body other weight boneand other bone were females, were and 81% females, of subjects and 81% were of subjects White, 5% were were White, Black, 5%and were 4%Black, were Asian. and 4%The weremeasures Asian. The[e.g.,measures es. bone mineral [e.g.,content, bone mineral peripheral content, quantitative peripheralcomputed quantitative tomography, computedand tomography, and adverse reactions adverse reported reactions

by OPZELURA reported by treated OPZELURA subjectstreated with an subjects incidence withofan≥ 1% incidence and atof ≥x-ray 1% and at x-ray analysis] occurred analysis] at doses occurred ≥ 5 mg/kg/day. at doses ≥When 5 mg/kg/day. administered Whenstarting administered at postnatal starting at postnatal flammatory least 1% greater least incidence 1% greater than incidence in the vehicle thanarm in the in the vehicle 24-week arm indouble-blind the 24-weekperiod double-blind are as period are as day 21 (the equivalent day 21 (the of aequivalent human 2-3ofyears a human of age) 2-3atyears doses ofof age) 5 toat60 doses mg/kg/day, of 5 to 60 effects mg/kg/day, effects s unknown. follows for OPZELURA follows (N=449) for OPZELURA vs Vehicle (N=449) (N=224), vs Vehicle respectively: (N=224),Subjects respectively: with any Subjects treatment with anyontreatment body weight on and bodybone weight occurred and bone at doses occurred ≥ 15atmg/kg/day, doses ≥ 15which mg/kg/day, were considered which were considered nical trials. emergent adverse emergent event adverse (TEAE) 214 event (48%) (TEAE) vs 79 214(35%), (48%)Application vs 79 (35%), siteApplication acne 26 (6%) site vs acne 2 26adverse (6%) vsat2 60adverse mg/kg/day. at 60Males mg/kg/day. were more Malesseverely were more affected severely than affected females than in all females age in all age (1%), siteApplication pruritus 23site (5%)pruritus vs 6 (3%), 23 (5%) Nasopharyngitis vs 6 (3%), Nasopharyngitis 19 (4%) vs 5 (2%), 19 (4%) Headache vs 5 (2%),groups, Headache d elevations (1%), Application and effects groups, were andgenerally effects were moregenerally severe when moreadministration severe when administration was initiated earlier was initiated earlier 17 (4%) vs 6 (3%), 17 (4%) Urinary vs 6 tract (3%), infection Urinary 7 tract (2%) infection vs 1 (<1%), 7 (2%) Application vs 1 (<1%), site Application erythema 7 site (2%) erythema 7 (2%) reported in in the postnatal in period. the postnatal These period. findingsThese were findings observedwere at systemic observedexposures at systemic thatexposures are at that are at 1 (<1%), 6 (1%) and Pyrexia vs 0 (0%).

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HOW TO NAVIGATE ACCUMULATOR AND MAXIMIZER PLANS

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here are things in life that get better with time: denim, cheese, authentic leather, a new haircut and wine, to name a few. Navigating health insurance is not one of those things. It seems to get more complex as more options become available and plan designs continue to evolve.

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out-of-pocket maximum responsibility. In addition, it seemed that many patients were not aware that their insurance plan adopted an accumulator benefit design, leaving those with high deductible plans at risk for a co-pay surprise. This means that a patient may have been utilizing manufacturer co-pay assistance with no hiccups, but once those benefits were exhausted, the patient was suddenly faced with a high insurance co-pay all over again, as they had made no progress toward meeting the deductible.

In my experience as a pharmacist, when these situations occurred, it was often the start of a cascade of tough decisions. If the patient could not afford the medication and had exhausted all financial assistance benefits, they may choose to discontinue their medication. When faced with having to choose between food, medication or rent, most people prioritized food and shelter.

I have also seen patients get creative and space out doses so their medication would last longer, reducing the cost.

Discontinuing medication or self-adjusting the dose without speaking with a provider or pharmacist is risky and can result in worsened symptoms, as well as poor quality of life and health outcomes.

Maximizer plans are similar to accumulator plans in that both restrict co-pay assistance funds from contributing to deductibles and out-of-pocket amounts.

The difference is that maximizer plans take a distributed approach where the maximum value of manufacturer co-pay assistance is spread evenly throughout the benefit year. The patient’s cost sharing amount is equal to the total annual value of co-pay assistance, so while the patient should not experience “co-pay surprise” for that specific medication, they are still responsible for their full deductible and out-of-pocket maximums. Both accumulator and maximizer plans are strategies for payors, or insurance companies, to increase their profits.

Pharmacists are a valuable resource to support patients and prescribers by conducting thorough benefit investigations, navigating insurance nuances, and providing information on alternative or more cost-effective therapy options. A common challenge is that many specialty medications are brand only, with no available generic alternative. In fact, 99.6 percent of co-pay

“Accumulator and maximizer plans have become particularly difficult to navigate…leaving patients with difficult financial decisions that could negatively impact health outcomes.”

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Accumulator and maximizer plans have become particularly difficult to navigate, causing confusion, and in some instances leaving patients with difficult financial decisions that could negatively impact health outcomes. There are steps, however, that patients and providers can take to stay informed and be proactive with planning for medical needs when faced with one of these plans.

Before accumulator and maximizer plans existed, co-pay assistance for expensive medications was fairly straightforward.

For example, if insurance approved a medication but left a patient with a co-pay of $500, it is likely that the drug manufacturer offered a co-pay assistance program that would cover 100 percent of that co-pay or reduce the patient’s responsibility to a low flat rate like $5 or $10. Even though the $500 co-pay was covered through a manufacturer assistance program, that payment still applied toward the patient’s deductible and/or the out-of-pocket maximum. This was great because if the patient happened to exhaust the co-pay assistance benefits, the deductible had likely been met through that program, and subsequently would leave the patient with a lower insurance co-pay.

When accumulator benefit designs were introduced in 2018, it meant that the funds offered through a manufacturer co-pay assistance program would no longer apply toward the patient’s deductible or

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CONSUMER EXPERIENCES WITH HEALTH INSURANCE Over

1/3 2/3 58%

of consumers do not understand the meaning of “health plan deductible.”

Almost

of consumers do not understand the meaning of “out-of-pocket maximum.”

of adults say they have

experienced a problem using health insurance in the past year, and nearly half of these patients were unable to satisfactorily resolve the problem.

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insured adults report

skipping or delaying care in the past year due to cost.

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of consumers report insurance not paying anything when they thought services/ products were covered.

assistance is used for branded drugs without a generic alternative1. While the specialty pharmacy pipeline is robust and more generics and biosimilars are entering the market, specialty therapy options can be limited, and costs continue to be a barrier.

While these subjects are not popular choices for light weekend reading and may be viable options for falling asleep, they are important to understand. Even the most seasoned professionals have difficulty navigating accumulator and maximizer plans, so imagine patients with no medical background trying to grasp these concepts while facing a difficult diagnosis. According to a KFF Survey2, most patients have faced health insurance issues over the last year.

Activities that seem preferable to navigating health insurance include doing taxes, setting up a new internet or

TV connection, or re-setting a forgotten password only to be told “you may not use a previous password.” Healthcare professionals have significant opportunity to collaborate in this space and to lighten the load for patients by equipping them with knowledge, tools and resources to navigate their specialty therapy benefits and financial options. Preparation is key, and steps can be taken proactively to predict the financial impact of specialty treatments and prevent gaps in care.

As many are anticipating potential health plan changes in the new calendar year, patients should be on the lookout for communications from their plan.

Language like “changes for 2024,” “adjustment programs” or “accumulator adjustment” may indicate an accumulator and/or maximizer plan for the upcoming

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“For patients, providers and pharmacies, knowledge is power, and preparation is key when it comes to starting a new medication and navigating health insurance.”

REFERENCES 1. Immune Deficiency Foundation. Addressing copay accumulators. Updated 2023.

Accessed November 15, 2023. https://primaryimmune. org/get-involved/advocate/ addressing-copay-accumulators

Ensure Lower Patient (HELP) Co-Pays Act would ban accumulators at the federal level; it was introduced in 2021 and reintroduced in February 2023 but has not yet been passed.

For patients, providers and pharmacies, knowledge is power, and preparation is key when it comes to starting a new medication and navigating health insurance. Every member of a patient care team has an important role to play, and as an African Proverb states, “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.”

Through collaboration, communication and education, patients will be empowered on their own healthcare journey and equipped with the tools and resources needed to stay on treatment, achieve the optimal health outcomes and maintain the best quality of life.

2. Pollitz KP, Montero AM, Lopes LL, et al. Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF). KFF survey of consumer experiences with health insurance.

Published June 15, 2023. Accessed November 15, 2023. https://www.kff.org/mental-health/ poll-finding/kff-survey-of-consumerexperiences-with-health-insurance/ 3. Drug Channels. Copay accumulator and maximizer update: adoption plateaus as insurers battle patients over copay support. Published February 22, 2023. Accessed November 15, 2023. https://www.drugchannels. net/2023/02/copay-accumulatorand-maximizer-update.html 4. Drug Channels. The economics of copay accumulators, maximizers, and alternative funding programs.

Published August 1, 2023.

Accessed November 15, 2023. https://www.drugchannels. net/2023/08/the-economics-ofcopay-accumulators.html

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year. Plan member handbooks, employer HR departments and insurance member services lines are all resources that can identify if a specific plan is an accumulator or maximizer benefit design.

The patient, provider, and pharmacy should all have a thorough understanding of health and prescription insurance benefits prior to starting a specialty medication. A proactive and thorough benefit investigation along with detailed communication between all parties will help spot any co-pay surprises that may appear down the road. This approach allows for shared decision making between the patient and provider to select the best treatment plan, and financial assistance options can be explored ahead of time to prevent gaps in treatment.

It is no surprise that accumulator and maximizer plans have created a lot of noise in the political and advocacy worlds. Nineteen states plus Puerto Rico have banned co-pay accumulator plans, and on September 29, 2023, the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia reinstated a ban on co-pay accumulators for medications that do not have generic alternatives in both federally and stateregulated insurance plans1. The Help

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Multiple Humira biosimilars entered the market in July 2023, and the biosimilar landscape continues to expand.

On the following pages, you’ll find a guide to help clarify the available biosimilar therapeutic options. This document will continue to be updated by Walgreens Clinical teams.

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CIBINQO is indicated for the treatment of adults and pediatric patients 12 years of age and older with refractory, moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis whose disease is not adequately controlled with other systemic drug products, including biologics, or when use of those therapies is inadvisable.

Limitations of Use: CIBINQO is not recommended for use in combination with other JAK inhibitors, biologic immunomodulators, or with other immunosuppressants.

To learn more about CIBINQO efficacy, visit CIBINQOhcp.com or scan QR code.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNING: SERIOUS INFECTIONS, MORTALITY, MALIGNANCY, MAJOR ADVERSE CARDIOVASCULAR EVENTS, AND THROMBOSIS SERIOUS INFECTIONS Patients treated with CIBINQO may be at increased risk for developing serious infections that may lead to hospitalization or death. The most frequent serious infections reported with CIBINQO were herpes simplex, herpes zoster, and pneumonia.

If a serious or opportunistic infection develops, discontinue CIBINQO and control the infection.

Reported infections from Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors used to treat inflammatory conditions: • Active tuberculosis, which may present with pulmonary or extrapulmonary disease. Test for latent TB before and during therapy; treat latent TB prior to use. Monitor all patients for active TB during treatment, even patients with initial negative, latent TB test.

• Invasive fungal infections, including cryptococcosis and pneumocystosis. Patients with invasive fungal infections may present with disseminated, rather than localized, disease.

• Bacterial, viral (including herpes zoster), and other infections due to opportunistic pathogens.

Avoid use of CIBINQO in patients with an active, serious infection, including localized infections. The risks and benefits of treatment with CIBINQO should be carefully considered prior to initiating therapy in patients with chronic or recurrent infections or those who have resided or traveled in areas of endemic tuberculosis or endemic mycoses.

Patients should be closely monitored for the development of signs and symptoms of infection during and after treatment with CIBINQO, including the possible development of tuberculosis in patients who tested negative for latent tuberculosis infection prior to initiating therapy.

Consider yearly screening for patients in highly endemic areas for TB. CIBINQO is not recommended for use in patients with active TB. For patients with a new diagnosis of latent TB or prior untreated latent TB, or for patients with a negative test for latent TB but who are at high risk for TB infection, start preventive therapy for latent TB prior to initiation of CIBINQO. Viral reactivation, including herpes virus reactivation (eg, herpes zoster, herpes simplex), was reported in clinical studies with CIBINQO. If a patient develops herpes zoster, consider interrupting CIBINQO until the episode resolves.

Hepatitis B virus reactivation has been reported in patients receiving JAK inhibitors. Perform viral hepatitis screening and monitoring for reactivation in accordance with clinical guidelines before starting therapy and during therapy with CIBINQO. CIBINQO is not recommended for use in patients with active hepatitis B or hepatitis C.

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Committed to Patient Support Helping patients unlock access and reimbursement support for CIBINQO™ (abrocitinib)

With the Copay Savings Card, eligible commercially insured patients may

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Visit PDPACopayCard.com

*Eligibility required. No membership fees. This is not health insurance.

The maximum benefit per patient is $15,000 per calendar year. Only for use with commercial insurance. If you are enrolled in a state or federally funded prescription insurance program, you may not use the copay card.

See full terms and conditions below.

Copay Savings Card: TERMS AND CONDITIONS By using the Pfizer Dermatology Patient AccessTM Copay Savings Card, you acknowledge that you currently meet the eligibility criteria and will comply with the terms and conditions described below: • You are not eligible to use this card if you are enrolled in a state or federally funded prescription insurance program, including but not limited to Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE, Veterans Affairs health care, a state prescription drug assistance program, or the Government Health Insurance Plan available in Puerto Rico (formerly known as “La Reforma de Salud”).

• You must have commercial insurance. Offer is not valid for cash-paying patients.

• By using this copay card at participating pharmacies, eligible patients with commercial prescription drug insurance coverage for CIBINQO™ (abrocitinib) may pay as little as $0 per month. Eligible patients with commercial prescription drug coverage may receive a maximum benefit of $15,000 per calendar year, which is defined by the date of enrollment through December 31st of the enrollment year. After a maximum of $15,000, you will be responsible for paying the remaining monthly out-of-pocket costs.

• By using this copay card at participating pharmacies, eligible patients with commercial prescription drug insurance coverage for EUCRISA® (crisaborole) may pay as little as $10 per tube. Eligible patients with commercial prescription drug insurance coverage that does not cover EUCRISA may pay as little as $100 per tube. Individual savings are limited to $970 per tube. Individual patient savings are limited to $3,880 in maximum total savings per calendar year.

• This copay card is not valid when the entire cost of your prescription drug is eligible to be reimbursed by your commercial insurance plan or any other health or pharmacy benefit program.

• You must deduct the value of this copay card from any reimbursement request submitted to your commercial insurance plan, either directly by you or on your behalf.

• You are responsible for reporting use of the copay card to any commercial insurer, health plan, or other third party that pays for or reimburses any part of the prescription filled using the copay card, as may be required. You should not use the copay card if your insurer or health plan prohibits use of manufacturer copay cards.

• This copay card is not valid where prohibited by law.

• Copay card cannot be combined with any other savings, free trial, or similar offer for the specified prescription.

• Copay card will be accepted only at participating pharmacies.

• If your pharmacy does not participate, you may be able to submit a request for a rebate in connection with this offer.

• This copay card is not health insurance.

• Offer good only in the United States and Puerto Rico.

• Copay card is limited to 1 per person during this offering period and is not transferable.

• A copay card may not be redeemed more than once per 30 days per patient.

• No other purchase is necessary.

• Data related to your redemption of the copay card may be collected, analyzed, and shared with Pfizer, for market research and other purposes related to assessing Pfizer’s programs. Data shared with Pfizer will be aggregated and de-identified; it will be combined with data related to other copay card redemptions and will not identify you.

• Pfizer reserves the right to rescind, revoke, or amend this offer at any time without notice.

• Offer expires 12/31/2025.

For questions or additional support, call 1-833-956-3376, write to Pfizer Inc. at PO Box 29387, Mission, KS 66201, or visit the CIBINQO website at www.CIBINQO.com or the EUCRISA website at www.EUCRISA.com.

Please see additional Important Safety Information and Brief Summary of full Prescribing Information on the following pages.

For full Prescribing Information, including BOXED WARNING and Medication Guide, visit CIBINQOhcp.com.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION & INDICATION MORTALITY In a large, randomized postmarketing safety study in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients 50 years of age and older with at least one cardiovascular risk factor comparing another JAK inhibitor to TNF blocker treatment, a higher rate of all-cause mortality (including sudden cardiovascular death) was observed with the JAK inhibitor. CIBINQO is not approved for use in RA patients.

MALIGNANCIES Malignancies, including non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC), were reported in patients treated with CIBINQO. Lymphoma and other malignancies have been observed in patients receiving JAK inhibitors used to treat inflammatory conditions. Perform periodic skin examination for patients who are at increased risk for skin cancer. Exposure to sunlight and UV light should be limited by wearing protective clothing and using broad-spectrum sunscreen.

In a large, randomized postmarketing safety study of another JAK inhibitor in RA patients, a higher rate of malignancies (excluding non-melanoma skin cancer [NMSC]) was observed in patients treated with the JAK inhibitor compared to those treated with TNF blockers.

CIBINQO is not approved for use in RA patients. A higher rate of lymphomas was observed in patients treated with the JAK inhibitor compared to those treated with TNF blockers. A higher rate of lung cancers was observed in current or past smokers treated with the JAK inhibitor compared to those treated with TNF blockers. Patients who are current or past smokers are at additional increased risk.

Consider the benefits and risks for the individual patient prior to initiating or continuing therapy with CIBINQO, particularly in patients with a known malignancy (other than a successfully treated NMSC), patients who develop a malignancy when on treatment, and patients who are current or past smokers.

MAJOR ADVERSE CARDIOVASCULAR EVENTS (MACE) Major adverse cardiovascular events were reported in patients treated with CIBINQO. In RA patients 50 years of age and older with at least one cardiovascular risk factor treated with another JAK inhibitor, a higher rate of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) (defined as cardiovascular death, myocardial infarction, and stroke), was observed when compared with TNF blockers. CIBINQO is not approved for use in RA patients.

Patients who are current or past smokers are at additional increased risk.

Discontinue CIBINQO in patients that have experienced a myocardial infarction or stroke.

Consider the benefits and risks for the individual patient prior to initiating or continuing therapy with CIBINQO, particularly in patients who are current or past smokers and patients with other cardiovascular risk factors. Patients should be informed about the symptoms of serious cardiovascular events and the steps to take if they occur.

THROMBOSIS Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) have been reported in patients treated with CIBINQO. Thrombosis, including PE, DVT, and arterial thrombosis have been reported in patients receiving JAK inhibitors used to treat inflammatory conditions. Many of these adverse reactions were serious and some resulted in death. In RA patients 50 years of age and older with at least one cardiovascular risk factor treated with another JAK inhibitor, a higher rate of overall thrombosis, DVT, and PE were observed when compared with TNF blockers. CIBINQO is not approved for use in RA patients.

Avoid CIBINQO in patients that may be at increased risk of thrombosis.

If symptoms of thrombosis occur, discontinue CIBINQO and treat patients appropriately.

CONTRAINDICATION CIBINQO is contraindicated in patients taking antiplatelet therapies, except for low-dose aspirin (≤ 81 mg daily), during the first 3 months of treatment.

LABORATORY ABNORMALITIES Hematologic Abnormalities: Treatment with CIBINQO was associated with an increased incidence of thrombocytopenia and lymphopenia.

Prior to CIBINQO initiation, perform a complete blood count (CBC). CBC evaluations are recommended at 4 weeks after initiation and 4 weeks after dose increase of CIBINQO. Discontinuation of CIBINQO therapy is required for certain laboratory abnormalities.

Lipid Elevations: Dose-dependent increase in blood lipid parameters were reported in patients treated with CIBINQO. Lipid parameters should be assessed approximately 4 weeks following initiation of CIBINQO therapy, and thereafter patients should be managed according to clinical guidelines for hyperlipidemia. The effect of these lipid parameter elevations on cardiovascular morbidity and mortality has not been determined.

IMMUNIZATIONS Prior to initiating CIBINQO, complete all age-appropriate vaccinations as recommended by current immunization guidelines, including prophylactic herpes zoster vaccinations. Avoid vaccination with live vaccines immediately prior to, during, and immediately after CIBINQO therapy.

RENAL IMPAIRMENT Avoid use in patients with severe renal impairment or end stage renal disease, including those on renal replacement therapy.

HEPATIC IMPAIRMENT Avoid use in patients with severe hepatic impairment.

ADVERSE REACTIONS Most common adverse reactions (≥ 1%) in subjects receiving 100 mg and 200 mg include: nasopharyngitis, nausea, headache, herpes simplex, increased blood creatine phosphokinase, dizziness, urinary tract infection, fatigue, acne, vomiting, oropharyngeal pain, influenza, gastroenteritis.

Most common adverse reactions (≥ 1%) in subjects receiving either 100 mg or 200 mg also include: impetigo, hypertension, contact dermatitis, upper abdominal pain, abdominal discomfort, herpes zoster, and thrombocytopenia.

Inform patients that retinal detachment has been reported in CIBINQO clinical trials. Advise patients to immediately inform their healthcare provider if they develop any sudden changes in vision.

DRUG INTERACTIONS Monitor appropriately or dose titrate P-gp substrate where small concentration changes may lead to serious or life-threatening toxicities when coadministered with CIBINQO. See Prescribing Information for clinically relevant drug interactions.

USE IN PREGNANCY Available data from pregnancies reported in clinical trials with CIBINQO are not sufficient to establish a drug-associated risk for major birth defects, miscarriage, or other adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. Advise females of reproductive potential that CIBINQO may impair fertility.

There is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to CIBINQO during pregnancy. Pregnant women exposed to CIBINQO and health care providers are encouraged to call 1-877-311-3770 or visit CIBINQOPregnancyRegistry.com.

LACTATION Advise women not to breastfeed during treatment with CIBINQO and for one day after the last dose.

INDICATION

CIBINQO is indicated for the treatment of adults and pediatric patients 12 years of age and older with refractory, moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis whose disease is not adequately controlled with other systemic drug products, including biologics, or when use of those therapies is inadvisable.

Limitations of Use: CIBINQO is not recommended for use in combination with other JAK inhibitors, biologic immunomodulators, or with other immunosuppressants.

Please see full Important Safety Information throughout and full Prescribing Information, including BOXED WARNING, and Medication Guide. © 2023 Pfizer Inc. All rights reserved.

May 2023. PP-CIB-USA-0665

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CIBINQO™ (abrocitinib) tablets, for oral use

Brief Summary of full Prescribing Information; Initial Approval: January 2022

WARNING: SERIOUS INFECTIONS, MORTALITY, MALIGNANCY, MAJOR ADVERSE CARDIOVASCULAR EVENTS, and THROMBOSIS Serious Infections Patients treated with CIBINQO may be at increased risk for developing serious infections that may lead to hospitalization or death; The most frequent serious infections reported with CIBINQO were herpes simplex, herpes zoster, and pneumonia.

If a serious or opportunistic infection develops, discontinue CIBINQO and control the infection.

Reported infections from Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors used to treat inflammatory conditions: • Active tuberculosis, which may present with pulmonary or extrapulmonary disease. Test for latent TB before and during therapy; treat latent TB prior to use. Monitor all patients for active TB during treatment, even patients with initial negative, latent TB test.

• Invasive fungal infections, including cryptococcosis and pneumocystosis. Patients with invasive fungal infections may present with disseminated, rather than localized, disease.

• Bacterial, viral, including herpes zoster, and other infections due to opportunistic pathogens.

Avoid use of CIBINQO in patients with an active, serious infection including localized infections.

The risks and benefits of treatment with CIBINQO should be carefully considered prior to initiating therapy in patients with chronic or recurrent infections.

Patients should be closely monitored for the development of signs and symptoms of infection during and after treatment with CIBINQO, including the possible development of tuberculosis in patients who tested negative for latent tuberculosis infection prior to initiating therapy.

Mortality In a large, randomized, postmarketing safety study in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients 50 years of age and older with at least one cardiovascular risk factor comparing another JAK inhibitor to TNF blocker treatment, a higher rate of all-cause mortality, including sudden cardiovascular death, was observed with the JAK inhibitor. CIBINQO is not approved for use in RA patients.

Malignancies Malignancies were reported in patients treated with CIBINQO. Lymphoma and other malignancies have been observed in patients receiving JAK inhibitors used to treat inflammatory conditions.

In RA patients treated with another JAK inhibitor, a higher rate of malignancies (excluding non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC)) was observed when compared with TNF blockers.

Patients who are current or past smokers are at additional increased risk.

Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events Major adverse cardiovascular events were reported in patients treated with CIBINQO. In RA patients 50 years of age and older with at least one cardiovascular risk factor treated with another JAK inhibitor, a higher rate of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) (defined as cardiovascular death, myocardial infarction, and stroke), was observed when compared with TNF blockers. Patients who are current or past smokers are at additional increased risk. Discontinue CIBINQO in patients that have experienced a myocardial infarction or stroke.

Thrombosis Deep venous thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) have been reported in patients treated with CIBINQO. Thrombosis, including PE, DVT, and arterial thrombosis have been reported in patients receiving JAK inhibitors used to treat inflammatory conditions. Many of these adverse reactions were serious and some resulted in death.

In RA patients 50 years of age and older with at least one cardiovascular risk factor treated with another JAK inhibitor, a higher rate of thrombosis was observed when compared with TNF blockers.

Avoid CIBINQO in patients at risk. If symptoms of thrombosis occur, discontinue CIBINQO and treat appropriately.

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INDICATIONS AND USAGE CIBINQO is indicated for the treatment of adults and pediatric patients 12 years of age and older with refractory, moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis whose disease is not adequately controlled with other systemic drug products, including biologics, or when use of those therapies is inadvisable.

Limitations of Use CIBINQO is not recommended for use in combination with other JAK inhibitors, biologic immunomodulators, or with other immunosuppressants.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Recommended Testing, Evaluations, and Procedures Prior to Treatment Initiation Perform the following tests and evaluations prior to CIBINQO initiation: • Tuberculosis (TB) infection evaluation – CIBINQO initiation is not recommended in patients with active TB. For patients with latent TB or those with a negative latent TB test who are at high risk for TB, start preventive therapy for latent TB prior to initiation of CIBINQO • Viral hepatitis screening in accordance with clinical guidelines – CIBINQO initiation is not recommended in patients with active hepatitis B or hepatitis C • A complete blood count (CBC) – CIBINQO initiation is not recommended in patients with a platelet count <150,000/mm3, an absolute lymphocyte count <500/mm3, an absolute neutrophil count <1,000/mm3, or a hemoglobin value <8 g/dL Complete any necessary immunizations, including herpes zoster vaccinations, in agreement with current immunization guidelines prior to CIBINQO initiation.

Recommended Dosage The recommended dosage of CIBINQO is 100 mg orally once daily.

If an adequate response is not achieved with CIBINQO 100 mg orally daily after 12 weeks, consider increasing dosage to 200 mg orally once daily. Discontinue therapy if inadequate response is seen after dosage increase to 200 mg once daily.

CIBINQO can be used with or without topical corticosteroids.

If a dose is missed, administer the dose as soon as possible unless it is less than 12 hours before the next dose, in which case skip the missed dose. Thereafter, resume dosing at the regular scheduled time.

Recommended Dosage in Patients with Renal Impairment Renal Impairment CIBINQO dosage recommendation in patients with mild renal impairment (60-89 mL/minute) is 100 mg once daily.

For patients with moderate renal impairment (30-59 mL/ minute), the recommended dosage is 50 mg once daily.

CIBINQO is not recommended for patients with severe or End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). Severe renal impairment and End-Stage Renal Disease include patients on renal replacement therapy.

In subjects with mild and moderate renal impairment, if an adequate response is not achieved after 12 weeks, dose of CIBINQO can be doubled.

CIBINQO is not recommended for patients with severe renal impairment or ESRD. Recommended Dosage in CYP2C19 Poor Metabolizers In patients who are known or suspected to be CYP2C19 poor metabolizers, the recommended dosage of CIBINQO is 50 mg once daily. If an adequate response is not achieved with CIBINQO 50 mg orally daily after 12 weeks, consider increasing dosage to 100 mg orally once daily. Discontinue therapy if inadequate response is seen after dosage increase to 100 mg once daily.

Dosage Modifications due to Strong Inhibitors In patients taking strong inhibitors of cytochrome P450 (CYP) 2C19 reduce the dosage to 50 mg once daily. If an adequate response is not achieved with CIBINQO 50 mg orally daily after 12 weeks, consider increasing dosage to 100 mg orally once daily. Discontinue therapy if inadequate response is seen after dosage increase to 100 mg once daily.

Treatment Discontinuation due to Serious Infections or Hematologic Adverse Reactions Serious or Opportunistic Infections If a patient develops a serious or opportunistic infection, discontinue CIBINQO and control the infection. The risks and benefits of treatment with CIBINQO should be carefully considered prior to reinitiating therapy with CIBINQO. Hematologic Abnormalities • Discontinue CIBINQO if platelet count <50,000/mm3 and

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follow with CBC until >100,000/mm3 • Treatment should be temporarily discontinued if ALC is less than 500 cells/mm3 and may be restarted once ALC return above this value • Treatment should be temporarily discontinued if ANC is less than 1,000 cells/mm3 and may be restarted once ANC return above this value • Treatment should be temporarily discontinued if Hb is less than 8 g/dL and may be restarted once Hb return above this value CBC evaluations are recommended at baseline, 4 weeks after treatment initiation and 4 weeks after dosing increase of CIBINQO. Laboratory evaluations may be extended for patients on chronic CIBINQO therapy who develop hematologic abnormalities.

DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS • 50 mg: Pink, oval, film-coated tablet debossed with “PFE” on one side and “ABR 50” on the other.

• 100 mg: Pink, round, film-coated tablet debossed with “PFE” on one side and “ABR 100” on the other.

• 200 mg: Pink, oval, film-coated tablet debossed with “PFE” on one side and “ABR 200” on the other.

CONTRAINDICATIONS CIBINQO is contraindicated in patients taking antiplatelet therapies, except for low-dose aspirin (≤81 mg daily), during the first 3 months of treatment.

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Serious Infections The most frequent serious infections reported in clinical studies with CIBINQO for atopic dermatitis were herpes simplex, herpes zoster, and pneumonia. Serious infections leading to hospitalization or death, including tuberculosis and bacterial, invasive fungal, viral, and other opportunistic infections, have occurred in patients receiving JAK inhibitors used to treat inflammatory conditions.

Avoid use of CIBINQO in patients with active, serious infection including localized infections.

Consider the risks and benefits of treatment prior to initiating CIBINQO in patients: • with chronic or recurrent infection • who have been exposed to tuberculosis • with a history of a serious or an opportunistic infection • who have resided or traveled in areas of endemic tuberculosis or endemic mycoses • with underlying conditions that may predispose them to infection Closely monitor patients for the development of signs and symptoms of infection during and after treatment with CIBINQO. If a patient develops a serious or opportunistic infection, discontinue CIBINQO. Initiate complete diagnostic testing and appropriate antimicrobial therapy. The risks and benefits of treatment with CIBINQO should be carefully considered prior to reinitiating therapy with CIBINQO. Tuberculosis Evaluate and test patients for TB before starting CIBINQO therapy and consider yearly screening for patients in highly endemic areas for TB. CIBINQO is not recommended for use in patients with active TB. For patients with a new diagnosis of latent TB or prior untreated latent TB, or for patients with a negative test for latent TB but who are at high risk for TB infection, start preventive therapy for latent TB prior to initiation of CIBINQO. Monitor patients for the development of signs and symptoms of TB, including patients who were tested negative for latent TB infection prior to initiating therapy.

Viral Reactivation Viral reactivation, including herpes virus reactivation (e.g., herpes zoster, herpes simplex), was reported in clinical studies with CIBINQO. If a patient develops herpes zoster, consider interrupting CIBINQO until the episode resolves.

Hepatitis B virus (HBV) reactivation has been reported in patients receiving JAK inhibitors. Perform viral hepatitis screening and monitoring for reactivation in accordance with clinical guidelines before starting therapy and during therapy with CIBINQO. CIBINQO is not recommended for use in patients with active hepatitis B or hepatitis C. Monitor patients with inactive HBV for expression of HBV DNA during therapy with CIBINQO. If HBV DNA is detected during therapy with CIBINQO, consult a liver specialist.

Mortality In a large, randomized, postmarketing safety study of another JAK inhibitor in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients 50 years of age and older with at least one cardiovascular risk factor, a higher rate of all-cause mortality, including sudden cardiovascular death, was observed in patients

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CIBINQO™ (abrocitinib) tablets, for oral use Mortality (continued) treated with the JAK inhibitor compared with TNF blockers.

CIBINQO is not approved for use in RA. Consider the benefits and risks for the individual patient prior to initiating or continuing therapy with CIBINQO. Malignancy and Lymphoproliferative Disorders Malignancies, including non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC), were observed in clinical studies with CIBINQO for atopic dermatitis.

Perform periodic skin examination for patients who are at increased risk for skin cancer. Exposure to sunlight and UV light should be limited by wearing protective clothing and using broad-spectrum sunscreen.

Malignancies, including lymphomas, have occurred in patients receiving JAK inhibitors used to treat inflammatory conditions. In a large, randomized, postmarketing safety study of another JAK inhibitor in RA patients, a higher rate of malignancies (excluding non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC)) was observed in patients treated with the JAK inhibitor compared to those treated with TNF blockers. CIBINQO is not approved for use in RA. A higher rate of lymphomas was observed in patients treated with the JAK inhibitor compared to those treated with TNF blockers. A higher rate of lung cancers was observed in current or past smokers treated with the JAK inhibitor compared to those treated with TNF blockers. In this study, current or past smokers had an additional increased risk of overall malignancies.

Consider the benefits and risks for the individual patient prior to initiating or continuing therapy with CIBINQO, particularly in patients with a known malignancy (other than a successfully treated NMSC), patients who develop a malignancy when on treatment, and patients who are current or past smokers.

Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events Major adverse cardiovascular events were reported in clinical studies of CIBINQO for atopic dermatitis.

In a large, randomized, postmarketing safety study of another JAK inhibitor in RA patients 50 years of age and older with at least one cardiovascular risk factor, a higher rate of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) defined as cardiovascular death, non-fatal myocardial infarction (MI), and non-fatal stroke was observed with the JAK inhibitor compared to those treated with TNF blockers.

CIBINQO is not approved for use in RA. Patients who are current or past smokers are at additional increased risk.

Consider the benefits and risks for the individual patient prior to initiating or continuing therapy with CIBINQO, particularly in patients who are current or past smokers and patients with other cardiovascular risk factors. Patients should be informed about the symptoms of serious cardiovascular events and the steps to take if they occur.

Discontinue CIBINQO in patients that have experienced a myocardial infarction or stroke.

Thrombosis Deep venous thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) were observed in patients receiving CIBINQO in the clinical studies for atopic dermatitis.

Thrombosis, including DVT, PE, and arterial thrombosis have been reported in patients receiving JAK inhibitors used to treat inflammatory conditions. Many of these adverse reactions were serious and some resulted in death.

In a large, randomized, postmarketing safety study of another JAK inhibitor in RA patients 50 years of age and older with at least one cardiovascular risk factor, higher rates of overall thrombosis, DVT, and PE were observed compared to those treated with TNF blockers. CIBINQO is not approved for use in RA. Avoid CIBINQO in patients that may be at increased risk of thrombosis. If symptoms of thrombosis occur, discontinue CIBINQO and evaluate and treat patients appropriately.

Laboratory Abnormalities Hematologic Abnormalities Treatment with CIBINQO was associated with an increased incidence of thrombocytopenia and lymphopenia. Prior to CIBINQO initiation, perform a CBC. CBC evaluations are recommended at 4 weeks after initiation and 4 weeks after dose increase of CIBINQO. Discontinuation of CIBINQO therapy is required for certain laboratory abnormalities.

Lipid Elevations Dose-dependent increase in blood lipid parameters were reported in patients treated with CIBINQO. Lipid parameters should be assessed approximately 4 weeks following initiation of CIBINQO therapy and thereafter patients should be managed according to clinical guidelines for hyperlipidemia. The effect of these lipid parameter

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elevations on cardiovascular morbidity and mortality has not been determined.

Immunizations Prior to initiating CIBINQO, complete all age-appropriate vaccinations as recommended by current immunization guidelines including prophylactic herpes zoster vaccinations.

Avoid vaccination with live vaccines immediately prior to, during, and immediately after CIBINQO therapy.

ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: • Major Adverse • Serious Infections Cardiovascular Events • Mortality • Thrombosis • Malignancy and • Laboratory Abnormalities Lymphoproliferative Disorders Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice.

The safety of CIBINQO was evaluated in four randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trials (2 monotherapy, 1 combination therapy with topical corticosteroid, and 1 dose-ranging) and one long-term extension trial in subjects with moderate to severe atopic dermatitis (AD). A total of 1623 subjects with moderate to severe atopic dermatitis were treated with CIBINQO in these clinical trials representing 1428 patient-years of exposure. There were 634 subjects with at least 1 year of exposure to CIBINQO. In the placebo-controlled clinical trials, a total of 1198 subjects were exposed to CIBINQO with 608 subjects receiving CIBINQO 100 mg once daily and 590 subjects receiving CIBINQO 200 mg once daily for up to 16 weeks.

The median age of subjects was 33.0 years, 124 subjects (8.1%) were 12 to less than 18 years old and 94 subjects (6.1%) were 65 years of age or older. The majority of subjects were White (68.7%) and male (53.9%).

Adverse reactions occurring at ≥1% in any of the treated groups and at a higher rate than in the placebo group are presented in the table below. A total of 61 (5.1%) subjects treated with CIBINQO were discontinued from the trials due to adverse reactions. The safety profile of CIBINQO in the monotherapy and the combination trial(s) were similar.

Adverse Reactions from Placebo-Controlled Trials Reported in ≥1% of CIBINQO Treated Subjects with Moderate to Severe Atopic Dermatitis and at Higher Rate than Placebo for up to 16 Weeks Weeks 0-16 CIBINQO CIBINQO PLACEBO 200 mg 100 mg N=342 N=590 N=608 n (%a) a a n (% ) n (% ) Nasopharyngitis 51 (8.7) 75 (12.4) 27 (7.9) Nausea 86 (14.5) 37 (6.0) 7 (2.1) Headache 46 (7.8) 36 (6.0) 12 (3.5) b Herpes simplex 25 (4.2) 20 (3.3) 6 (1.8) Increased blood 17 (2.9) 14 (2.3) 5 (1.5) creatine phosphokinase Dizziness 17 (2.9) 11 (1.8) 3 (0.9) Urinary tract infection 13 (2.2) 10 (1.7) 4 (1.2) Fatigue 8 (1.3) 10 (1.6) 2 (0.5) Acne 28 (4.7) 10 (1.6) 0 (0.0) Vomiting 19 (3.2) 9 (1.5) 3 (0.9) Impetigo 3 (0.5) 9 (1.5) 1 (0.3) Oropharyngeal pain 6 (1.0) 8 (1.4) 2 (0.6) Hypertension 5 (0.8) 7 (1.2) 2 (0.7) Influenza 6 (1.1) 7 (1.2) 0 (0.0) Gastroenteritis 8 (1.3) 7 (1.1) 2 (0.6) Dermatitis contact 3 (0.5) 6 (1.1) 1 (0.3) Abdominal pain upper 11 (1.9) 4 (0.6) 0 (0.0) Abdominal discomfort 7 (1.2) 3 (0.5) 1 (0.3) Herpes zoster 7 (1.2) 2 (0.3) 0 (0.0) Thrombocytopenia 9 (1.5) 0 (0.0) 0 (0.0) a Study size adjusted percentages b Herpes simplex also includes oral herpes, ophthalmic herpes, herpes

dermatitis, genital herpes.

Specific Adverse Reactions Exposure adjusted incidence rates were adjusted by trial size for all the adverse reactions reported in this section.

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Overall Infections In the placebo-controlled trials, for up to 16 weeks, overall infections were reported in 90 subjects (126.8 per 100 patient-years) treated with placebo, 211 subjects (168.8 per 100 patient-years) treated with CIBINQO 100 mg and 204 subjects (159.5 per 100 patient-years) treated with CIBINQO 200 mg. In all 5 clinical trials, including the long-term extension trial, overall infections were reported in 427 subjects (91.8 per 100 patient-years) treated with CIBINQO 100 mg and 394 subjects (103.2 per 100 patient-years) treated with CIBINQO 200 mg.

Serious Infections In the placebo-controlled trials, for up to 16 weeks, serious infections were reported in 2 subjects (2.6 per 100 patient-years) treated with placebo, 6 subjects (3.9 per 100 patient-years) treated with CIBINQO 100 mg, and 2 subjects (1.3 per 100 patient-years) treated with CIBINQO 200 mg. In all 5 clinical trials, including the long-term extension trial, serious infections were reported in 18 subjects (2.3 per 100 patient-years) treated with CIBINQO 100 mg and 16 subjects (2.3 per 100 patient-years) treated with CIBINQO 200 mg. The most commonly reported serious infections were herpes simplex, herpes zoster, and pneumonia.

Herpes Zoster In the placebo-controlled trials, for up to 16 weeks, opportunistic infections were generally cases of multidermatomal cutaneous herpes zoster. Herpes zoster was reported in 0 subjects treated with placebo, 3 subjects (1.9 per 100 patient-years) treated with CIBINQO 100 mg and 8 subjects (5.1 per 100 patient-years) treated with CIBINQO 200 mg. In all 5 clinical trials, including the long-term extension trial, herpes zoster was reported in 16 subjects (2.0 per 100 patient-years) treated with CIBINQO 100 mg and 35 subjects (5.2 per 100 patient-years) treated with CIBINQO 200 mg.

Malignancy In the placebo-controlled trials, for up to 16 weeks, no malignancy was reported in subjects treated with placebo or CIBINQO 100 mg and in 1 patient (0.65 per 100 patient-years) treated with CIBINQO 200 mg. In all 5 clinical trials, including the long-term extension trial, malignancy was reported in 4 subjects (0.5 per 100 patient-years) treated with CIBINQO 100 mg and 2 subjects (0.3 per 100 patient-years) treated with CIBINQO 200 mg.

Thrombosis In all clinical trials, including the long-term extension trial, pulmonary embolism was reported in 3 subjects (0.4 per 100 patient-years), who were treated with CIBINQO 200 mg. Deep vein thrombosis was reported in 2 subjects (0.3 per 100 patient-years) who were treated with CIBINQO 200 mg. No thrombosis occurred in subjects treated with CIBINQO 100 mg.

Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events In the placebocontrolled trials, for up to 16 weeks, major adverse cardiovascular event (MACE) was reported in 1 subject (0.6 per 100 patient-years) treated with CIBINQO 100 mg.

In all 5 clinical trials, including the long-term extension trial, MACE was reported in 1 patient (0.1 per 100 patient-years) treated with CIBINQO 100 mg and 2 subjects (0.3 per 100 patient-years) treated with CIBINQO 200 mg.

Thrombocytopenia In the placebo-controlled trials, for up to 16 weeks, treatment with CIBINQO was associated with a dose-related decrease in platelet count. Maximum effects on platelets were observed within 4 weeks, after which the platelet count returned towards baseline despite continued therapy. In all 5 clinical trials, including the long-term extension trial 6 subjects (0.9 per 100 patient-years) treated with CIBINQO 200 mg had adverse reactions of thrombocytopenia, no subjects treated with CIBINQO 100 mg had an adverse reaction of thrombocytopenia.

Lymphopenia In the placebo-controlled trials, for up to 16 weeks, confirmed ALC <500/mm3 occurred in 2 subjects (1.2 per 100 patient-years) treated with CIBINQO 200 mg and 0 subjects treated with CIBINQO 100 mg or placebo.

Both cases occurred in the first 4 weeks of exposure.

Lipid Elevations In the placebo-controlled trials, for up to 16 weeks, there was a dose-related percent increase in low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-c), total cholesterol, and high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-c) relative to placebo at Week 4 which remained elevated through the final visit in the treatment period. Adverse reactions related to hyperlipidemia occurred in 1 subject (0.6 per 100 patient-years) exposed to CIBINQO 100 mg, 3 subjects (2.0 per 100 patient-years) exposed to CIBINQO 200 mg.

Retinal Detachment In the placebo-controlled trials, for up to 16 weeks, retinal detachment occurred in 1 subject (0.6 per 100 patient-years) treated with CIBINQO 100 mg. In all 5 clinical trials, including the long-term extension trial, retinal detachment occurred in 2 subjects (0.3 per 100 patient-years) treated with CIBINQO 100 mg.

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CIBINQO™ (abrocitinib) tablets, for oral use Specific Adverse Reactions (continued) Creatine Phosphokinase Elevations (CPK) In the placebocontrolled trials, for up to 16 weeks, events of blood CPK increased were reported in 6 subjects (7.5 per 100 patient-years) treated with placebo, 11 subjects (6.9 per 100 patient-years) treated with 100 mg of CIBINQO and 19 subjects (12.3 per 100 patient-years) treated with 200 mg of CIBINQO. Most elevations were transient, there were no reported adverse reactions of rhabdomyolysis.

Adolescent Subjects (12 to less than 18 years of age) The safety of CIBINQO was assessed in a trial of 284 subjects 12 to less than 18 years of age with moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis (Trial-AD-4). The safety profile of CIBINQO in these subjects, assessed through the initial treatment period of 12 weeks and the long-term period (213 with at least 52 weeks of abrocitinib exposure), was similar to the safety profile from trials in adults with atopic dermatitis.

DRUG INTERACTIONS Effects of Other Drugs on CIBINQO The table below includes drugs with clinically significant drug interactions affecting CIBINQO. Clinically Significant Drug Interactions Affecting CIBINQO

Strong CYP2C19 Inhibitors Clinical Impact

Coadministration of CIBINQO with strong CYP2C19 inhibitors increases the combined exposure of abrocitinib and its two active metabolites, M1 and M2 which may increase the adverse reactions of CIBINQO.

Intervention Dosage reduction of CIBINQO is recommended when coadministered with strong CYP2C19 inhibitors.

Moderate to Strong Inhibitors of both CYP2C19 and CYP2C9 Clinical Impact

Coadministration of CIBINQO with drugs that are moderate to strong inhibitors of both CYP2C19 and CYP2C9 increases the exposure of abrocitinib and its two active metabolites, M1 and M2 which may increase the adverse reactions of CIBINQO.

Intervention Avoid concomitant use of CIBINQO with drugs that are moderate to strong inhibitors of both CYP2C19 and CYP2C9.

Strong CYP2C19 or CYP2C9 Inducers Clinical Impact

Coadministration of CIBINQO with strong CYP2C19 or CYP2C9 inducers decreases the combined exposure of abrocitinib and its two active metabolites, M1 and M2, which may result in loss of or reduced clinical response.

Intervention Avoid concomitant use of CIBINQO with strong CYP2C19 or CYP2C9 inducers.

Effects of CIBINQO on Other Drugs The table below includes clinically significant drug interactions affecting other drugs.

Clinically Significant Interactions Affecting Other Drugs

P-gp Substrate Where Small Concentration Changes May Lead to Serious or Life-threatening Toxicities Clinical Coadministration of CIBINQO with P-gp Impact substrate increases plasma concentrations of P-gp substrates and may result in potential adverse reactions of the P-gp substrate where small concentration changes may lead to serious or life-threatening toxicities (e.g., digoxin).

Intervention Monitor appropriately or dose titrate P-gp substrate where small concentration changes may lead to serious or life-threatening toxicities when coadministered with CIBINQO. Antiplatelet Therapy Drugs Clinical Coadministration of CIBINQO with antiplatelet Impact therapy drugs may increase the risk of bleeding with thrombocytopenia.

Intervention Antiplatelet drugs, except for low-dose aspirin (≤81 mg daily), during the first 3 months of treatment are contraindicated with CIBINQO.

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USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Pregnancy Pregnancy Exposure Registry There is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to CIBINQO during pregnancy. Pregnant women exposed to CIBINQO and health care providers are encouraged to call 1-877-311-3770 or visit CIBINQOPregnancyRegistry.com.

Risk Summary Available data from pregnancies reported in clinical trials with CIBINQO are not sufficient to establish a drug-associated risk for major birth defects, miscarriage, or other adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. In animal reproduction studies, oral administration of abrocitinib to pregnant rats and rabbits during organogenesis at exposure 11 or 4 times the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) based on AUC comparison, respectively, resulted in maternal dystocia and skeletal variations in rats and no adverse effects in rabbits (see Animal Data).

The background risks of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population are unknown. All pregnancies carry some risk of birth defects, loss, or other adverse outcomes. The background risks in the U.S. general population of major birth defects and miscarriages are 2-4% and 15-20% of clinically recognized pregnancies, respectively.

Animal Data In an embryofetal development study, abrocitinib was administered orally to pregnant rats at doses of 10, 30, or 60 mg/kg/day during the period of organogenesis. No fetal malformations were observed. Abrocitinib increased the incidence of skeletal variations of short 13th ribs at 30 mg/kg/ day (11 times the MRHD based on AUC comparison).

Increased embryofetal lethality and additional skeletal variations (cervical arches with reduced ventral processes, thickened ribs, and unossified metatarsals) were noted at 60 mg/kg/day (17 times the MRHD based on AUC comparison).

In an embryofetal development study, abrocitinib was administered orally to pregnant rabbits at doses of 10, 30, or 75 mg/kg/day during the period of organogenesis. No abrocitinib-related maternal or developmental toxicity was noted at doses up to 75 mg/kg/day (4 times the MRHD based on AUC comparison).

In a prenatal and postnatal development study, abrocitinib was administered orally to pregnant rats at doses of 10, 30, and 60 mg/kg/day beginning on gestation day 6 and continuing through lactation day 20. Dystocia with prolonged parturition and reduced offspring body weights were noted at 30 mg/kg/ day (11 times the MRHD based on AUC comparison).

Postnatal survival was markedly decreased at 60 mg/kg/day (17 times the MRHD based on AUC comparison). No maternal toxicity was observed at 10 mg/kg/day (2.4 times the MRHD based on AUC comparison). No abrocitinib-related effects on postnatal developmental, neurobehavioral, or reproductive performance of offspring was noted at doses up to 30 mg/kg/ day (11 times the MRHD based on AUC comparison).

Lactation Risk Summary There are no data on the presence of abrocitinib in human milk, the effects on the breast-fed infant, or the effects on milk production. Abrocitinib was secreted in milk of lactating rats (see Animal Data). When a drug is present in animal milk, it is likely that the drug will be present in human milk. Because of the serious adverse findings in adults, including risks of serious infections, malignancy, and thrombosis, advise women not to breastfeed during treatment with CIBINQO and for one day after the last dose (approximately 5-6 elimination half-lives).

Animal Data Lactating female rats were orally administered a single dose of 10 mg/kg abrocitinib on lactation day 12.

Abrocitinib AUC was approximately 5 times greater in milk than in plasma.

Females and Males of Reproductive Potential Infertility Females Based on the findings in rats, oral administration of CIBINQO may impair female fertility. Impaired fertility in female rats was reversible 1 month after cessation of abrocitinib oral administration.

Pediatric Use The safety and effectiveness of CIBINQO in pediatric patients 12 years of age and older weighing 25 kg or more with atopic dermatitis has been established. In trials Trial-AD-1 and Trial-AD-2, 124 adolescent subjects 12 to less than 18 years old with moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis were enrolled and randomized to receive either CIBINQO 100 mg (N=51), 200 mg (N=48), or matching placebo (N=25) in monotherapy.

Additional 284 adolescent subjects 12 to less than 18 years of age with moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis, were enrolled and randomized to receive either CIBINQO 100 mg (N=95) or 200 mg (N=94) or matching placebo (N=95) in combination with topical corticosteroids in Trial-AD-4. Efficacy and adverse reaction profile were consistent between the pediatric patients and adults.

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The safety and effectiveness of CIBINQO have not been established in pediatric patients below 12 years of age.

Juvenile Animal Toxicity Data In a juvenile animal toxicity study, abrocitinib was administered orally to juvenile rats at doses of 5, 25, and 75 mg/kg/day beginning on postnatal day 10 (approximately equivalent to a human infant) and continuing through postnatal day 63 (approximately equivalent to an adolescent). Abrocitinib caused a reversible, dose-related decrease in the primary spongiosa in the metaphysis of the proximal tibia and distal femur. Abrocitinib produced adverse effects on bone development at all dose levels. Abrocitinib caused irreversible dose-related small or misshapen femoral heads at doses ≥5 mg/kg/day (0.8 times the MRHD based on AUC comparison).

Abrocitinib also irreversibly decreased femur size and caused paw malrotation and limb impairment at doses ≥25 mg/kg/day (7.2 times the MRHD based on AUC comparison). At 75 mg/kg/ day (27 times the MRHD based on AUC comparison), paw fractures generally corresponded to limb impairment, a fractured tibia was noted in a single female. Irreversible bone findings have not been observed in older animals.

Geriatric Use A total of 145 (4.6%) patients 65 years of age and older, while 25 (0.8%) were 75 years of age and older, were enrolled in CIBINQO clinical trials. Clinical trials of CIBINQO did not include sufficient numbers of patients 65 years of age and older to determine whether they respond differently from younger adult patients.

A higher proportion of patients 65 years of age and older discontinued from clinical trials compared to younger patients.

Among all patients exposed to CIBINQO, including the long-term extension trial, confirmed ALC <500/mm3 occurred only in patients 65 years of age and older. A higher proportion of patients 65 years of age and older had platelet counts <75,000/ mm3. The incidence rate of herpes zoster in patients 65 years of age and older treated with CIBINQO (7.40 per 100 patient-years) was higher than that of patients 18 to less than 65 years of age (3.44 per 100 patient-years).

Renal Impairment In patients with severe (eGFR <30 mL/min) and moderate (eGFR 30-59 mL/min) renal impairment, the combined exposure (AUCinf,u) of abrocitinib and its two active metabolites, M1 and M2, is increased compared to patients with normal renal function (eGFR ≥90 mL/min). This may increase the risk of adverse reactions such as infections.

CIBINQO is not recommended for use in patients with severe renal impairment and ESRD including those on renal replacement therapy.

A dosage reduction in patient with moderate renal impairment is recommended. No dosage adjustment is required in patients with mild renal impairment (eGFR 60-89 mL/min).

CIBINQO has not been studied in patients on renal replacement therapy. In Phase 3 clinical trials, CIBINQO was not evaluated in patients with atopic dermatitis with baseline creatinine clearance values less than 40 mL/min.

Hepatic Impairment Avoid use of CIBINQO in patients with severe (Child Pugh C) hepatic impairment.

Dosage adjustment is not required in patients with mild (Child Pugh A) or moderate (Child Pugh B) hepatic impairment based on similar combined exposure (AUCinf,u) of abrocitinib and its two active metabolites, M1 and M2 compared to patients with normal hepatic function. In clinical trials, CIBINQO was not evaluated in patients with severe (Child Pugh C) hepatic impairment.

CYP2C19 Poor Metabolizers In patients who are CYP2C19 poor metabolizers, the AUC of abrocitinib is increased compared to CYP2C19 normal metabolizers due to reduced metabolic clearance. Dosage reduction of CIBINQO is recommended in patients who are known or suspected to be CYP2C19 poor metabolizers based on genotype or previous history/experience with other CYP2C19 substrates.

OVERDOSAGE There is no experience regarding human overdosage with CIBINQO. There is no specific antidote for overdose with CIBINQO. In case of an overdose, call Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222 for latest recommendations.

Rx only This brief summary is based on CIBINQO™ (abrocitinib) Prescribing Information LAB-1424-2.0.

Issued: February 2023.

The product’s label may have been updated. For full Prescribing Information, visit CIBINQOPI.com.

See CIBINQO full Prescribing Information at CIBINQOPI.com.

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THIRD ANNUAL BCOD NATIONAL CONFERENCE convened in San Antonio, TX, November 5-7 to bring together biologic coordinators and office staff from across the country for education and networking.

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LOOKING AHEAD TO 2024

Our membership is growing exponentially, and we are extremely excited to continue bringing innovative programs to our members and strengthening our collaboration with our partners to advance patient access.

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“The relevant content, speakers, and engaging design for industry partners was sensational. My deepest congratulations to all for being phenomenal architects at a meeting that transforms the market.”

– Industry Partner

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“Thank you! I love my job and helping people feel better! This conference gave me a wealth of information to do that.”

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want to extend my gratitude to our members, whose relentless pursuit of patient care is the cornerstone of BCoD's mission. We convened at our third annual conference for you, propelled by a single ambition: to enrich your capabilities, to bridge information chasms, and to ensure your indispensable role is empowered and acknowledged.

The unveiling of our certificate program and our strong partnerships in creating its content demonstrate our commitment to providing a deep network of resources. The certificate isn't just a badge— it's a testament to our collective expertise and commitment to

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advancing patient access.

To our partners, your presence is a pillar of strength. Your shared vision with BCoD helps sculpt a pathway toward better patientcare outcomes. It's a symbiotic endeavor that not only amplifies the impact, but also paves the way for a promising patient journey.

Thank you to everyone who joined us in San Antonio.

Our future is full of endless possibilities, and we are destined to make an unforgettable impact together, thanks to those individuals who epitomize BCoD. CRAIG SCHUETTE, CO-FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, BCOD FOUNDER, ACCESS DERMATOLOGY

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EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT

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RECOGNIZING OUTSTANDING PATIENT SERVICE

t Biologic Coordinators of Dermatology (BCoD), we celebrate our members and access managers who ensure a positive patient experience.

These dedicated professionals are committed to their patients, helping them secure the types of therapy needed. We would like to recognize two stand-out employees through the words of their dermatology offices. BCoD salutes these individuals for their remarkable efforts in advancing patient access.

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LETTER of RECOGNITION BC OD

Tracy Vidrich RN and BIOLOGIC COORDINATOR ASSOCIATED DERMATOLOGY & SKIN CANCER CLINIC Helena, Montana

“Associated Dermatology would like to nominate Tracy Vidrich, RN, our long-term employee for over 13 years. Tracy took on the responsibility of Associated Dermatology Biologic Coordinator two years ago. During this time, her passion for patient care helped to save the life of a two-year-old girl, who was suffering. Her mom had been searching for an answer for at least a year and had seen multiple doctors for a rash, and no one could find a diagnosis. Diagnosed with atopic dermatitis as a young child with no access to a child dose of Dupixent, Tracy worked with Dupixent on treatment.

Since this family had no transportation to our office, Tracy took the time to go to their home and give her the much-needed injection and care. If not for Tracy doing this, who knows what outcome the child would have had.

Now she is a vibrant three-year-old with mostly clear skin and is thriving.

This is just one example of what Tracy does to go the extra mile as a biologic coordinator. Tracy has a comprehensive knowledge of the various medications, diagnosis, processes and programs each manufacturer offers. She provides valuable input and assistance to the prescriber and patient during the process. Tracy tirelessly advocates and navigates the complicated ever-changing process to get patients access to medication so they can enjoy the quality of life they deserve.”

— DEBI SIMON, OFFICE MANAGER

“I would like to nominate Tracy Vidrich for outstanding nurse, but I do not have a computer. My daughter is now a healthy three-year-old. She was suffering from a severe skin disease when we turned to dermatology. Starting last year, Tracy would regularly come to our home to deliver the medication for my daughter when we had no transportation. She would take care of us even when no one else would take an interest. She arranged Christmas gifts for our entire family. My daughter is so much better, and Tracy's actions saved her life. My daughter had previous hospitalizations for widespread bacterial infections. Her clothing would stick to her skin with all the disease and infection. My daughter was in constant pain and was not developing well; I was worried we would lose her. Thanks to Tracy, she is growing and healthy today!”

—PATIENT’S MOTHER

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Talisa Soto BIOLOGIC COORDINATOR CHICAGO SKIN CLINIC Chicago, IL

“I am reaching out to enthusiastically nominate Ms. Talisa Soto, our dedicated biologic coordinator at Chicago Skin Clinic, for the recognition she wholeheartedly deserves.

Chicago Skin Clinic stands proudly as a haven for a diverse and often underserved patient base in the heart of Chicago. A significant number of our patients either lack insurance or face the daunting challenge of losing it, especially after commencing biologic treatments. Amidst such challenges, Talisa emerges as a lifeline for our patients, ensuring they don't miss a beat in their journey toward better skin health.

Talisa's ingenuity is evident in her creation of a customized spreadsheet used within our clinic. This invaluable tool allows our team to seamlessly monitor status updates on patient progress, ensuring timely interventions and adjustments to their care. Her ability to leverage this tool, combined with her proactive communication skills, means patients and pharmacies are always kept in the loop, and potential hurdles are addressed before they escalate.

Her knack for effortlessly handling medication requests, especially for our uninsured patients, epitomizes her commitment to patient care. It's no exaggeration to state that she acts as both an advocate and guardian for our patients, always putting their needs at the forefront of her actions.

The spirit and ethos of BCoD resonate deeply with the work Talisa does daily. Her dedication to ensuring every patient feels celebrated, valued, and heard makes her an embodiment of the principles you champion.

It's professionals like her who truly uphold the dignity and purpose of our vocation.”

— DR. DANILO C. DEL CAMPO, MD FAAD

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ne of the most challenging times of the year for biologics coordinators, providers, medication access staff, and other team members who support

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RE-ENROLLMENT READINESS "In order to accelerate the benefits verification process and reduce the resources (and costs) required, teams must prepare well before Blizzard Season begins," says Julia Regan, Founder and CEO, RxLightning.

Stakeholders should understand which providers, plans, manufacturers, FRMs and hubs they may be working with and collect information about patient coverage and health changes, so that re-submitting paperwork can be more seamless.

Additionally, teams should communicate with patients early to understand who may be changing plans, alert them of potential upcoming requests (signatures required, plan details, etc.) and support them.

While many programs officially transition on January 1, enrollment or PAP forms

are often available one or two months ahead, enabling teams to understand what information is required to get a head start on the re-enrollment process. With the right plan of attack, Blizzard Season can commence without too many unknowns.

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While insurance selections are finalized and patients are counting down the days until the new year, coverage modifications on the back-end can cause significant delays in medication access. The most common adjustments include: updates to a coverage policy and a new prior authorization requirement; reset deductibles; the end of co-pay assistance and patient assistance programs (PAP); or the selection of an entirely new insurance provider. Some of these changes can wholly prevent the continuation of medication fulfillment, while others—like deductible and financial assistance resets—may surprise patients enough to forego the unexpected costs and adherence to their meds.

Patient support teams, manufacturers and hubs often hire short-term staff to meet the influx of benefits verification (BV) demands, but this model is inefficient and expensive.

One manufacturer even resorted to hiring 400 temporary workers to complete 50,000 BVs over the course of a six-week period (Pharmacy Times, 2019). While much of the work cannot be started until updated forms and insurance details are finalized, a robust Blizzard Season plan and digital technology are necessary to alleviate undue burdens during this frenzied time.

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HOW TECHNOLOGY CAN HELP

There will always be a need for real people to manage the more complex patient onboarding cases wherein new coverage restrictions, financial assistance or prior authorization is required to continue a patient’s care regimen. However, a significant portion of re-enrollments and re-verifications can be streamlined by using various types of technology.

In many cases, the first step for re-enrollment is finding the appropriate medication or PAP paperwork and completing the paper form correctly.

While this may seem simple, finding and completing thousands of paper forms is a tedious and error-prone task. With new digital enrollment technologies, providers and care teams can be assured that they are completing the most up-to-date forms, with no missing information, greatly reducing the risk of a downstream issue in the application process.

Another important step of the process is reconfirming the patient’s insurance plan and completing an eligibility and

benefits check. Instead of manually scrolling through thousands of pages of documents on a plan’s website or calling a representative to confirm coverage, real-time connectivity to insurance databases can accurately display patient plan details while providing insight into cost and restrictions required. This automated process considerably reduces time spent confirming information, and it allows stakeholders to move on to more complex steps of the process.

Next, collecting consent. While patient and provider signatures are necessary to re-enroll for a specialty medication or PAP with the click of a button, email and SMS notifications can be sent to appropriate stakeholders to securely sign documents from wherever they might be. No waiting until the next in-person visit or stop-atthe-desk to collect a signature; instead, consent can be collected remotely in a matter of seconds.

As mentioned, with deductibles, copays and PAP all resetting, it is essential for technology to surface affordability options that can support patients—whether that is long-term PAP enrollment, ad hoc

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foundation or grant support, or short-term low-cost options a patient can receive in the interim (while the specialty medication enrollment is being finalized). With an interconnected network of coupon and discount providers, care teams can easily identify and communicate with patients about affordable options available to them.

One of the most time-consuming tasks of the re-enrollment process is filtering which patients are qualified for PAP or financial assistance programs. Major credit check companies now allow technology vendors to connect to their systems to provide real-time insight into income and credit score, enabling an initial verification of assistance eligibility. Combined with pre-seed questions, stakeholders using technology can immediately filter eligible patients and fasttrack certain patient cases over others.

Clearly there are many areas where technology can support stakeholders through the Blizzard Season slog.

Luckily, RxLightning’s robust solution suite can support each and every stage of this journey, from completing digital enrollment paperwork to selecting patient affordability options. By leveraging innovative technologies, interconnected systems, and automation to alert and support teams through re-enrollment steps, Blizzard Season can be a more personalized, successful and error-free experience.

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BLIZZARD SEASON PREPAREDNESS THOUGHTFUL PLAN

THE FUTURE OF MEDICATION ACCESS The unfortunate truth is that providers, manufacturers, hubs and patients all have work to do to complete a specialty medication re-enrollment successfully.

However, from digitized forms to automated eligibility checks, and digital consent collection to real-time notifications, the process to re-enroll a patient is more streamlined than ever before.

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Brief Summary of Prescribing Information for ZORYVE® (roflumilast) cream, for topical use. See package insert for full Prescribing Information.

INDICATIONS AND USAGE ZORYVE cream is indicated for topical treatment of plaque psoriasis, including intertriginous areas, in patients 6 years of age and older.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Apply ZORYVE cream to affected areas once daily and rub in completely. Wash hands after application, unless ZORYVE cream is for treatment of the hands.

ZORYVE cream is for topical use only and not for ophthalmic, oral, or intravaginal use.

CONTRAINDICATIONS ZORYVE cream is contraindicated in patients with moderate to severe liver impairment (Child-Pugh B or C).

ADVERSE REACTIONS Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice.

In two multicenter, randomized, double-blind, vehicle-controlled trials (DERMIS-1 and DERMIS-2), 881 adult and pediatric subjects 6 years of age or older with plaque psoriasis were treated with ZORYVE cream or vehicle topically once daily for 8 weeks.

The median age was 47 years (range 6 to 88). The majority of the subjects were male (64%) and White (82%). The median body surface area (BSA) affected was 5.5% (range 2% to 20%). The proportion of subjects who discontinued treatment due to an adverse reaction was 1.0% for subjects treated with ZORYVE cream and 1.3% for subjects treated with vehicle cream. The most common adverse reaction that led to discontinuation of ZORYVE cream was application site urticaria (0.3%).

Table 1 presents adverse reactions that occurred in at least 1% of subjects treated with ZORYVE cream, and for which the rate exceeded the rate for vehicle cream.

Table 1. Adverse Reactions Reported in ≥1% of Subjects with Plaque Psoriasis Treated with ZORYVE Cream (and More Frequently than Vehicle Cream) for 8 Weeks in Trials DERMIS-1 and DERMIS-2 Adverse Reaction Diarrhea Headache Insomnia Nausea Application site pain Upper respiratory tract infection Urinary tract infection

ZORYVE Cream (N=576) n (%) 18 (3.1) 14 (2.4) 8 (1.4) 7 (1.2) 6 (1.0) 6 (1.0) 6 (1.0)

Vehicle Cream (N=305) n (%) 0 (0.0) 3 (1.0) 2 (0.7) 1 (0.3) 1 (0.3) 1 (0.3) 2 (0.7)

In 594 subjects who continued treatment with ZORYVE cream for up to 64 weeks in open-label extension trials, the adverse reaction profile was consistent with that observed in vehicle-controlled trials.

USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Pregnancy Risk Summary There are insufficient data available on the use of ZORYVE cream in pregnant women to inform a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or other adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. In animal reproduction studies, roflumilast administered orally to pregnant rats and rabbits during the period of organogenesis produced no fetal structural abnormalities at doses up to 9 and 8 times the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD), respectively. Roflumilast induced post-implantation loss in rats at oral doses greater than or equal to 3 times the MRHD. Roflumilast induced stillbirth and decreased pup viability in mice at oral doses 5 and 15 times the MRHD, respectively. Roflumilast has been shown to adversely affect pup post-natal development when dams were treated with an oral dose 15 times the MRHD during pregnancy and lactation periods in mice.

The background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2% to 4% and 15% to 20%, respectively.

Clinical Considerations Labor and delivery Avoid using ZORYVE cream during labor and delivery. There are no human studies that have investigated effects of ZORYVE cream on preterm labor or labor at term; however, animal studies showed that oral roflumilast disrupted the labor and delivery process in mice.

Data Animal data In an embryo-fetal development study, pregnant rats were dosed orally during the period of organogenesis with up to 1.8 mg/kg/day roflumilast (9 times the MRHD on a mg/m2 basis). No evidence of structural abnormalities or effects on survival rates were observed. Roflumilast did not affect embryo-fetal development at a maternal oral dose of 0.2 mg/kg/day (equivalent to the MRHD on a mg/m2 basis).

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In a fertility and embryo-fetal development study, male rats were dosed orally with up to 1.8 mg/kg/day roflumilast for 10 weeks and females for 2 weeks prior to pairing and throughout the organogenesis period. Roflumilast induced pre- and postimplantation loss at maternal oral doses greater than or equal to 0.6 mg/kg/day (3 times the MRHD on a mg/m2 basis). Roflumilast did not cause fetal structural abnormalities at maternal oral doses up to 1.8 mg/kg/day (9 times the MRHD on a mg/m2 basis).

In an embryo-fetal development study in rabbits, pregnant does were dosed orally with 0.8 mg/kg/day roflumilast during the period of organogenesis.

Roflumilast did not cause fetal structural abnormalities at the maternal oral doses of 0.8 mg/kg/day (8 times the MRHD on a mg/m2 basis).

In pre- and post-natal developmental studies in mice, dams were dosed orally with up to 12 mg/kg/day roflumilast during the period of organogenesis and lactation.

Roflumilast induced stillbirth and decreased pup viability at maternal oral doses greater than 2 mg/kg/day and 6 mg/kg/day, respectively (5 and 15 times the MRHD on a mg/m2 basis, respectively). Roflumilast induced delivery retardation in pregnant mice at maternal oral doses greater than 2 mg/kg/day (5 times the MRHD on a mg/m2 basis). Roflumilast decreased pup rearing frequencies at a maternal oral dose of 6 mg/kg/day during pregnancy and lactation (15 times the MRHD on a mg/m2 basis). Roflumilast also decreased survival and forelimb grip reflex and delayed pinna detachment in mouse pups at a maternal oral dose of 12 mg/kg/day (29 times the MRHD on a mg/m2 basis).

Lactation Risk Summary There are no data on the presence of roflumilast or its metabolite in human milk, the effects on the breastfed infant, or the effects on milk production.

Roflumilast and/or its metabolites are excreted into the milk of lactating rats. When a drug is present in animal milk, it is likely that the drug will present in human milk. The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother’s clinical need for ZORYVE cream and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed infant from ZORYVE cream or from the underlying maternal condition.

Clinical Considerations To minimize potential exposure to the breastfed infant via breast milk, use ZORYVE cream on the smallest area of skin and for the shortest duration possible while breastfeeding. To avoid direct infant exposure, advise breastfeeding women not to apply ZORYVE cream directly to the nipple or areola. If applied to the patient’s chest, avoid exposure via direct contact with the infant’s skin.

Data Animal data Roflumilast and/or its metabolite concentrations measured 8 hours after an oral dose of 1 mg/kg given to lactating rats were 0.32 and 0.02 mcg/g in the milk and pup liver, respectively.

Pediatric Use The safety and effectiveness of ZORYVE cream for the treatment of plaque psoriasis have been established in pediatric patients 6 years of age and older. Use of ZORYVE cream in pediatric patients 6 to less than 18 years of age is supported by data from two 8-week, vehicle-controlled safety and efficacy trials which included 18 pediatric subjects 6 to 17 years of age, of whom 11 received ZORYVE cream. Use of ZORYVE cream in pediatric patients 12 to 17 years of age is also supported by data from open-label trials of 2 and 24 weeks duration which included 18 pediatric subjects 12 to 17 years of age treated with ZORYVE cream. Use of ZORYVE cream in pediatric patients 6 to less than 12 years of age is also supported by data from one 4-week, open-label, safety and pharmacokinetic (PK) study which included 20 pediatric subjects 6 to less than 12 years of age. The adverse reaction profile in subjects 6 to less than 18 years of age was consistent with that observed in adults.

The safety and effectiveness of ZORYVE cream in pediatric patients below the age of 6 years have not been established.

Geriatric Use Of the 881 subjects with psoriasis exposed to ZORYVE cream or vehicle for up to 8 weeks in 2 controlled clinical trials, 106 were 65 years of age or older. No overall differences in safety or effectiveness were observed between these subjects and younger subjects. Other reported clinical experience has not identified differences in responses between the geriatric and younger patients, but greater sensitivity of some older individuals cannot be ruled out. Based on available data for roflumilast, no adjustment of dosage in geriatric patients is warranted.

Hepatic Impairment Oral roflumilast 250 mcg once daily for 14 days was studied in subjects with hepatic impairment. The systemic exposure of roflumilast and roflumilast N-oxide was increased in subjects with moderate (Child-Pugh B) hepatic impairment.

ZORYVE cream is contraindicated in patients with moderate to severe liver impairment (Child-Pugh B or C). No dosage adjustment is needed in patients with mild (Child-Pugh A) hepatic impairment.

PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION Advise the patient or caregiver to read the FDA-approved patient labeling (Patient Information).

Lactation Advise patients to use ZORYVE cream on the smallest area of skin and for the shortest duration possible while breastfeeding. Instruct patients who are breastfeeding not to apply ZORYVE cream directly to the nipple and areola to avoid direct infant exposure. Instruct patients to avoid inadvertent contact of treated areas with infant skin. © 2023 Arcutis Biotherapeutics, Inc. All rights reserved. 10/2023

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Without a first-class ticket or elite status, getting into an airport lounge can be difficult, if not impossible. Gift your favorite traveler the peace, quiet and free alcohol of airport lounges around the globe. Priority Pass membership offers access to over 1,400 lounges and experiences.

At JFK , membership opens the door to Air France’s luxe lounge and the Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse (among others). In some airports and terminals chair massages at Be Relax are included. Prices start at $99 for the occasional traveler and up to $469 for a frequent traveler. prioritypass.com

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Monogrammed packing cubes are soft-zippered clothing cases that make packing and unpacking easier.

Whether you’re a roller or a folder, you can fit at least five to six pairs of undergarments into the small cubes, six to eight pairs of pants in the medium one, and nine to ten shirts (or two to three bulkier tops, like sweatshirts) in the big one. tourparavel.com

It’s easy to unpack when you arrive: simply toss the cubes into the hotel drawers and voilà, you’re unpacked.

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It’s like a modern-day Lady and the Tramp. They range in price from $34.99 for the Duo to $64.95 for the pro. apple.com

You can fit more clothes in your carry on if you use them like compression bags (meaning, jam ‘em in tight).

Your clothes stay wrinkle- free packed neatly in their own little pouches.

Easily separate the clean from the dirty when you head home.

Your organization is sure to impress any TSA agent who randomly searches your bag.

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If you don’t have a photo in front of the Eiffel Tower, did you even go to Paris? Never hand your iPhone to a stranger to capture your travel memories again. Flytographer has professional photographers in over 350 cities around the world and makes the perfect gift for a loved one planning a special trip. You can gift a photo shoot for as little as $285 for a thirty-minute session. The price goes up as you add time, photos and multiple shoot locations. Unlike many other phographers, all of the digital images are included in the price. flytographer.com

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A universal adapter is the perfect stocking stuffer. The ingenious little device gives Transformer vibes. For $23 you can charge not one, not two, not three, but four devices with just one adapter.

The Epicka Universal Travel Adapter works in over 150 countries and was the No. 1 pick of The New York Times Wirecutter team and our travel editor. Editor’s note: make sure your hair styling appliances are dual voltage, or you run the risk of setting them on fire. amazon.com

THE JUST-IN-CASE GIFT

What to get the frequent adventure traveler who has everything except a private jet? Medjet. What does Medjet do? If a member is hospitalized 150 miles or more from home, Medjet will arrange a medical transfer to the hospital in the home country of their choice. Note: This does not replace travel insurance. The emergency medical evacuation benefits within a travel insurance policy provides transportation to the nearest adequate facility. Medjet offers hospital-to-hospital transport, making sure that very ill people requiring continued hospitalization get moved to the hospital they’d rather be in at home. Memberships start at $99 for an eight-day trip. Annual MedjetAssist memberships, where you can travel as much as you want in a year, are $295 for an individual and $399 for a family (two adults and up to five kids). Read the fine print and various membership options at medjetassist.com. bcofdermatology.com

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“Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around."

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ENHANCE AND EXPEDITE PAT I E N T - FO C US E D C O L L A B O R AT I O N Biologic Coordinators of Dermatology has partnered with Quincy to bring technological innovation to the FRM and BC workstreams.

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