Substance / Medication

Ofatumumab

Overview

Active Ingredient
ofatumumab
RxNorm CUI
712566

Indications

Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) ARZERRA (ofatumumab) is indicated: [see Clinical Studies (14.1)] in combination with chlorambucil, for the treatment of previously untreated patients with CLL for whom fludarabine-based therapy is considered inappropriate [see Clinical Studies (14.2)] in combination with fludarabine and cyclophosphamide for the treatment of patients with relapsed CLL [see Clinical Studies (14.3)] for extended treatment of patients who are in complete or partial response after a

Labeler: Novartis Pharmaceuticals CorporationUpdated: 2026-02-17T00:00:00.000ZFull label on DailyMed

Boxed Warning

FDA Black Box Warning

® [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)] Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) reactivation can occur in patients receiving CD20-directed cytolytic antibodies, including ARZERRA, in some cases resulting in fulminant hepatitis, hepatic failure, and death. [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)] Progressive Multifocal L

Contraindications

When this intervention should not be used

None.

Indications & Related Conditions

Conditions associated via SNOMED clinical relationships

Administration & Protocol

Dosing, route, and treatment protocol

Detailed dosage and administration information is available in the full FDA drug label.

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Monitoring & Follow-Up

Biomarkers relevant to this intervention via related conditions

No monitoring biomarkers have been mapped yet. Biomarker-intervention linkages are derived through related conditions and will expand as the knowledge graph grows.

Clinical Trials

7 trials linked to this intervention

7
Total Trials
2
Recruiting
5
With Results

Research Evidence

Published studies and systematic reviews

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Ofatumumab regimens in chronic lymphocytic leukemia: a meta-analysis.
Ashoub Muhammad Hossein, Naseri Amirreza, Mohammadi Parisa et al. · Ann Hematol · 2023
PMID: 37138022Meta-Analysis
Safety and efficacy of Ofatumumab in chronic lymphocytic leukemia: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Wu Yougen, Wang Yang, Gu Yuting et al. · Hematology · 2017
PMID: 28580841Meta-Analysis
Rituximab, ofatumumab and other monoclonal anti-CD20 antibodies for chronic lymphocytic leukaemia.
Bauer Kathrin, Rancea Michaela, Roloff Verena et al. · Cochrane Database Syst Rev · 2012
PMID: 23152253Meta-AnalysisFull text (PMC)
Efficacy and safety of four-year ofatumumab treatment in relapsing multiple sclerosis: The ALITHIOS open-label extension.
Hauser Stephen L, Zielman Ronald, Das Gupta Ayan et al. · Mult Scler · 2023
PMID: 37691530RCTFull text (PMC)
Low-dose ofatumumab for multidrug-resistant nephrotic syndrome in children: a randomized placebo-controlled trial.
Ravani Pietro, Pisani Isabella, Bodria Monica et al. · Pediatr Nephrol · 2020
PMID: 31993781RCT
Ofatumumab Versus Rituximab Salvage Chemoimmunotherapy in Relapsed or Refractory Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma: The ORCHARRD Study.
van Imhoff Gustaaf W, McMillan Andrew, Matasar Matthew J et al. · J Clin Oncol · 2017
PMID: 28029326RCT
Two-year OCT follow-up in multiple sclerosis patients on Ofatumumab shows retinal preservation over non-antiCD20 treatments.
Greco Giacomo, Della Porta Giovanni, Masi Francesco et al. · J Neurol · 2026
PMID: 41518393Observational

Research data from MEDLINE/PubMed

Benefits & Expected Outcomes

Benefits, expected outcomes, efficacy data, and NNT (Number Needed to Treat) are pending physician authorship and evidence review.

Risks & Side Effects

Adverse reaction and safety data for this drug is sourced from the FDA-approved label.

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Related Symptoms

Symptoms associated with conditions this intervention addresses

No related symptoms have been mapped yet. Symptom linkages are derived through associated conditions.

Alternatives & Comparisons

Alternative treatments, comparison data, and clinical decision support are pending physician authorship.

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment plan.

Do not start, stop, or change any treatment without consulting your healthcare provider.

Quick Facts

Type
Substance / Medication
Fully Specified Name
Ofatumumab (substance)
SNOMED CT
444607009
UMLS CUI
C1832027
RxNorm CUI
712566
Labeler
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation

Clinical Data

This intervention maps to 1 entities in the Healos knowledge graph.

1
Conditions
0
Biomarkers
0
Specialists
0
Symptoms
7
Clinical Trials

Data is sourced from SNOMED CT, UMLS, and the Healos clinical knowledge graph. Content sections marked as pending require physician authorship. Consult a healthcare provider before starting any treatment.