Klisyri FDA Approval History
Last updated by Judith Stewart, BPharm on June 13, 2024.
FDA Approved: Yes (First approved December 14, 2020)
Brand name: Klisyri
Generic name: tirbanibulin
Dosage form: Ointment
Company: Almirall
Treatment for: Actinic Keratosis
Klisyri (tirbanibulin) is a first-in-class dual Src Kinase and tubulin polymerization inhibitor for the topical treatment of actinic keratosis on the face or scalp.
- Klisyri is applied evenly to cover up to 100 cm2 treatment field on the face or balding scalp once daily for 5 consecutive days using 1 unit-dose packet per application.
- The FDA approved Klisyri based on the data from two pivotal, randomized, double-blind, vehicle-controlled Phase 3 studies that evaluated the efficacy and safety of Klisyri in 702 adults with actinic keratosis of the face or scalp. Klisyri demonstrated complete clearance of actinic keratosis lesions at day 57 in treated areas in a significantly higher number of patients (44% and 54%) compared to vehicle (5% and 13%).
- Klisyri may cause may cause eye irritation and patients should avoid getting the ointment in, around, or near the eyes. Common adverse reactions (incidence ≥2%) include local skin reactions, application site pruritus, and application site pain.
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