Stoboclo Dosage

Pregnancy Testing Prior to Initiation of Stoboclo

Pregnancy must be ruled out prior to administration of Stoboclo. Perform pregnancy testing in all females of reproductive potential prior to administration of Stoboclo. Based on findings in animals, denosumab products can cause fetal harm when administered to pregnant women.

Laboratory Testing in Patients with Advanced Chronic Kidney Disease Prior to Initiation of Stoboclo

In patients with advanced chronic kidney disease [i.e., estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) < 30 mL/min/1.73 m2], including dialysis-dependent patients, evaluate for the presence of chronic kidney disease mineral and bone disorder (CKD-MBD) with intact parathyroid hormone (iPTH), serum calcium, 25(OH) vitamin D, and 1,25 (OH)2 vitamin D prior to decisions regarding Stoboclo treatment. Consider also assessing bone turnover status (serum markers of bone turnover or bone biopsy) to evaluate the underlying bone disease that may be present.

Recommended Dosage

Stoboclo should be administered by a healthcare provider.

The recommended dose of Stoboclo is 60 mg administered as a single subcutaneous injection once every 6 months. Administer Stoboclo via subcutaneous injection in the upper arm, the upper thigh, or the abdomen. All patients should receive calcium 1000 mg daily and at least 400 IU vitamin D daily.

If a dose of Stoboclo is missed, administer the injection as soon as the patient is available. Thereafter, schedule injections every 6 months from the date of the last injection.

Preparation and Administration

Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration whenever solution and container permit. Stoboclo is a clear, colorless to pale yellow solution. Do not use if the solution is discolored or cloudy or if the solution contains particles or foreign particulate matter.

Prior to administration, Stoboclo may be removed from the refrigerator and brought to room temperature up to 25°C (77°F) by standing in the original container. This generally takes 15 to 30 minutes. Do not warm Stoboclo in any other way.

Instructions for Administration of Prefilled Syringe with Safety Guard

IMPORTANT: To reduce the risk of accidental needle stick injury, each prefilled syringe has a safety guard that is automatically activated to cover the needle after you have given the injection.

Do not pull back on the plunger rod at any time.

Step 1: Remove the Needle Cap

Dispose of the needle cap right away in the nearest sharps disposal container. DO NOT re-cap the prefilled syringe.

Step 2: Administer Subcutaneous Injection

Choose an appropriate injection site. The recommended injection sites for Stoboclo include: the outer area of the upper arms OR the upper legs (thighs) OR around the stomach area (abdomen).
Inject all of the liquid by using your thumb to push the plunger rod all the way down. If the plunger rod is not fully pressed, the safety guard will not extend to cover the needle when it is removed.

Step 3: Remove the prefilled syringe from the injection site

After the prefilled syringe is empty, slowly remove the needle by lifting your thumb from the plunger rod until the needle is completely covered by the safety guard. Do not rub the injection site. Immediately dispose of the prefilled syringe in the nearest sharps disposal container.