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fitusiran · Injection, Solution

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Overview

Brand name
Qfitlia
Generic name
fitusiran
Dosage form
Injection, Solution
Route
Subcutaneous
Marketing category
NDA · NDA
Labeler
Genzyme Corporation
Product type
Human Prescription Drug
DEA schedule
Not scheduled
Active ingredients
2
NDC product codes
2
Packages
2
Data completeness
76% of corroborating sources present

Active ingredients

Source: NDC Directory
Active ingredients and strengths as listed in the NDC Directory.
Ingredient Strength RxCUI Monograph
Fitusiran 20 mg/.2mL 2709452 —
Fitusiran 50 mg/.5mL 2709452 —

Forms, strengths and routes

Source: NDC Directory
Dosage form
Injection, Solution
Route of administration
Subcutaneous
Presentations
4

Pharmacologic classes are listed in the class section below.

Pharmacologic class

Source: NDC Directory
Established pharmacologic classes (EPC), mechanisms of action (MoA), chemical structures (CS) and physiologic effects (PE).
Class Type Browse
Antithrombin-directed RNA Interaction [EPC] EPC 1 member — no class page
Decreased RNA Integrity [PE] PE 2 members — no class page
Increased RNA Degradation [PE] PE 2 members — no class page
RNA EPC 1 member — no class page
Small Interfering RNA [EPC] EPC 1 member — no class page
Small Interfering [CS] CS 1 member — no class page

Regulatory status

Source: Drugs@FDANDC Directory
Application number
219019
Application type
NDA · New Drug Application
Approval date
March 28, 2025
Sponsor
GENZYME CORP
Products on application
2
Submissions recorded
1
Products approved under application 219019.
Product Trade name Form Strength Ingredient Status TE Flags
219019-001 QFITLIA SOLUTION FITUSIRAN SODIUM Prescription — RLD RS
219019-002 QFITLIA SOLUTION FITUSIRAN SODIUM Prescription — RLD RS

Therapeutic equivalence

Source: Orange Book
TE code
—
Reference Listed Drug
Yes
Reference Standard
Yes

Codes beginning with “A” indicate products the FDA considers therapeutically equivalent. Codes beginning with “B” indicate bioequivalence has not been established. See methodology.

Patents and exclusivity

Source: Orange Book
Patent listings submitted under 21 U.S.C. 355(b)(1) and (c)(2).
Patent Expires Product Substance Use code Submitted
9376680 March 15, 2033 001 Yes U-4165 April 17, 2025
9376680 March 15, 2033 002 Yes U-4165 April 17, 2025
9127274 March 22, 2033 001 Yes U-4165 April 17, 2025
9127274 March 22, 2033 002 Yes U-4165 April 17, 2025
11091759 December 7, 2036 001 No U-4165 April 17, 2025
11091759 December 7, 2036 002 No U-4165 April 17, 2025
Regulatory exclusivity periods.
Code Expires Product
NCE March 28, 2030 001
NCE March 28, 2030 002
ODE-510 March 28, 2032 001
ODE-511 March 28, 2032 001
ODE-510 March 28, 2032 002
ODE-511 March 28, 2032 002

Approval history

Source: Drugs@FDA
Most recent submissions on application 219019.
Type No. Action Status Date Review
Original application 1 Type 1 - New Molecular Entity Approved March 28, 2025 Standard

Review documents

  • 0 · Original application · March 2, 2026
  • 0 · Original application · May 14, 2025
  • 0 · Original application · April 9, 2025
  • 0 · Original application · April 3, 2025

Prescribing information

Source: openFDA Drug Labeling

Reproduced verbatim from the Structured Product Labeling submitted to the FDA (effective 20250916). This is the manufacturer's labelling text, not a summary and not advice.

HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG · 20250916

Boxed Warning

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WARNING: THROMBOTIC EVENTS AND ACUTE AND RECURRENT GALLBLADDER DISEASE WARNING: THROMBOTIC EVENTS and ACUTE AND RECURRENT GALLBLADDER DISEASE See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning. Thrombotic Events Serious thrombotic events have occurred in QFITLIA-treated patients with risk factors including persistent antithrombin (AT) activity less than 15%, QFITLIA 80 mg once monthly dosing, an indwelling venous catheter, and the post-operative setting when bleed management guidelines were not followed. Interrupt QFITLIA in patients with a thrombotic event and manage as clinically indicated. ( 5.1 ) Acute and Recurrent Gallbladder Disease Gallbladder disease has occurred in QFITLIA-treated patients, some requiring cholecystectomy or developing complications (e.g., pancreatitis). Monitor for signs and symptoms of gallbladder disease. Consider interruption or discontinuation of QFITLIA if gallbladder disease occurs. Consider alternative treatment for hemophilia if history of symptomatic gallbladder disease. ( 5.2 ) Thrombotic Events Serious thrombotic events have occurred in QFITLIA-treated patients with risk factors for thromboembolism including persistent antithrombin (AT) activity less than 15%, use of QFITLIA 80 mg once monthly, presence of indwelling venous catheters, and in the post-operative setting when bleed management guidelines were not followed. Monitor AT activity using an FDA-cleared test and target AT activity 15–35% to reduce the risk of thrombosis. Monitor patients for signs and symptoms of thrombotic events. Interrupt QFITLIA in patients with a thrombotic event and manage as clinically indicated. (5.1) Acute and Recurrent Gallbladder Disease Acute and recurrent gallbladder disease, including cholelithiasis and cholecystitis have occurred in QFITLIA-treated patients, some of whom required cholecystectomy or had complications (e.g., pancreatitis) related to gallbladder disease. Monitor patients for signs and symptoms of acute and recurrent gallbladder disease. Consider interruption or discontinuation of QFITLIA if gallbladder disease occurs. Consider alternative treatment for hemophilia in patients with a history of symptomatic gallbladder disease. (5.2)

Indications and Usage

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1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE QFITLIA is indicated for routine prophylaxis to prevent or reduce the frequency of bleeding episodes in adult and pediatric patients aged 12 years and older with hemophilia A or B with or without factor VIII or IX inhibitors. QFITLIA is an antithrombin-directed small interfering ribonucleic acid indicated for routine prophylaxis to prevent or reduce the frequency of bleeding episodes in adult and pediatric patients aged 12 years and older with hemophilia A or B with or without factor VIII or IX inhibitors. ( 1 )

Dosage and Administration

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2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION For subcutaneous use only. Starting dose: 50 mg once every 2 months ( 2.1 ). Monitor AT activity using an FDA-cleared test. Maintain AT activity between 15–35% by adjusting the dose and/or frequency of administration ( 2.2 ). See Full Prescribing Information for important preparation and administration instructions ( 2.4 ). 2.1 Recommended Dosage For subcutaneous use only. Use of QFITLIA is recommended under the supervision of a healthcare professional experienced in the treatment of hemophilia or bleeding disorders. Measure AT activity prior to initiation of QFITLIA. Do not initiate QFITLIA dosing if AT activity is 35% after 6 months, or if the patient has not achieved satisfactory bleed control, dose escalation should be considered. AT measurements should be restarted after a dose escalation. Refer to Table 1 below for modified dosage based on AT activity levels. Table 1: Dose Modification Based on Antithrombin Activity Levels Last Dosage Administered Antithrombin Activity Level Dose Modification 50 mg every 2 months Less than 15% 20 mg every 2 months 15% to 35% Continue current dosage Greater than 35% after 6 months 50 mg every month 20 mg every 2 months Less than 15% 10 mg every 2 months 15% to 35% Continue current dosage Greater than 35% after 6 months 20 mg every month 10 mg every 2 months Less than 15% Discontinue QFITLIA 15% to 35% Continue current dosage Greater than 35% after 6 months 10 mg every month Once the patient's target dose is identified based on AT activity 15–35%, measure AT activity annually. Additional AT measurements can be considered if bleeding control is not adequate. After cessation of QFITLIA dosing, routine AT monitoring is not needed unless the patient is bleeding and treatment with CFC/BPA is required. Based on data from the clinical studies, a majority of patients have AT activity >60% by 6 months after the last QFITLIA dose, after which standard doses of CFC/BPA may be used. Missed dose If a dose of QFITLIA is missed, administer as soon as possible; thereafter, resume the patient's usual dosing schedule of either once every month or once every two months, as applicable, from the last dose. 2.3 Bleed Management Breakthrough Bleed Management If breakthrough bleeding requiring on-demand treatment with CFC or BPA occurs during the first 7 days after QFITLIA initiation, manage the bleed using the patient's prior dosing regimen of CFC or BPA. If breakthrough bleeding occurs after 7 days from the first QFITLIA dose, bleeds should be managed with a reduced dose and frequency of CFC/BPA to minimize the risk of thrombotic events. Initially, the weight-based dose of a CFC/BPA should be reduced, and the dosing interval doubled compared to the standard dose. This reduced dosing is shown in Table 2. If adequate hemostatic control is not achieved, higher doses may be used based on clinical judgement. Combination use of antifibrinolytics with CFC or BPA has not been studied. Table 2: Breakthrough Bleed Management While Treated with QFITLIA Factor VIII Factor IX (SHL) Factor IX (EHL) aPCC rFVIIa aPCC = activated prothrombin complex concentrate, EHL = extended half-life, rFVIIa = activated recombinant FVII, SHL = standard half-life. Recommended dose 10 IU/kg (maximum: 20 IU/kg) Use clinical judgement for situations requiring higher doses, more frequent administration, or multiple repeat doses. Use standard of care for adjunctive management of bleeding episodes and thrombotic events. 20 IU/kg (maximum: 30 IU/kg) 20 IU/kg (maximum: 30 IU/kg) 30 U/kg (maximum: 50 U/kg) ≤45 μg/kg Repeat dosing Should not repeat in <24 hours Should not repeat in <24 hours Should not repeat in <5–7 days Should not repeat in <24 hours Should not repeat in <2 hours Use of QFITLIA During Surgical Interventions In clinical studies, patients with hemophilia A or B with or without inhibitors have undergone both major (N=60) and minor (N=71) surgical procedures without discontinuing QFITLIA prophylaxis. Utilize b …

Dosage Forms and Strengths

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3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS QFITLIA is a clear, colorless to pale yellow solution in a single-dose: Injection: 50 mg/0.5 mL prefilled pen Injection: 20 mg/0.2 mL vial Injection: 50 mg/0.5 mL (100 mg/mL) in a single-dose prefilled pen 20 mg/0.2 mL (100 mg/mL) in a single-dose vial ( 3 )

Contraindications

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4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None ( 4 )

Warnings and Cautions

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5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Hepatotoxicity: Obtain liver tests at baseline and then monthly for at least 6 months after initiating QFITLIA and after dose increases, and periodically thereafter. Liver test elevations may require QFITLIA interruption or discontinuation ( 5.3 ). 5.1 Thrombotic Events Serious thrombotic events have been reported in QFITLIA-treated patients. Thrombotic events were reported in 2.6% of patients receiving the 80 mg once monthly dose (2.3 events per 100 person-years), including a fatal event of cerebral venous sinus thrombosis. The 80 mg once monthly dose is not approved or recommended for use. Thrombotic events were reported in 1.4% of patients receiving QFITLIA prophylaxis using the antithrombin-based dose regimen (AT-DR) that targeted AT activity 15-35% (0.8 events per 100 person-years). Participants with established thrombophilia or a history of thrombosis were generally excluded from studies with QFITLIA. The risk of thrombosis is greater in patients with persistent AT activity 300 U/L and total serum bilirubin >3 mg/dL) attributable to QFITLIA use. This patient had elevation of liver tests after a single 80 mg dose that continued to rise with repeated dosing of QFITLIA 80 mg once monthly. This patient's liver tests recovered with drug discontinuation. QFITLIA 80 mg once monthly is not approved or recommended for use. On the AT-DR, 3.4% of patients treated with QFITLIA had at least one ALT value greater than 3× ULN with a median onset of 89 days after initial dosing (range 15 to 768 days). Avoid use of QFITLIA in patients with hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh Class A, B and C). Obtain baseline liver tests including AST, ALT, and total bilirubin prior to initiating QFITLIA, monthly for at least the first 6 months of QFITLIA use, and monthly for at least 6 months after a dose increase, and periodically thereafter as clinically indicated. If new or worsening liver test abnormalities occur, perform appropriate diagnostic evaluations, initiate medical management as appropriate and monitor laboratory parameters until they return to baseline. If ALT or AST elevations greater than 5× ULN occur, interrupt QFITLIA treatment. Consider the benefits and risks of resuming QFITLIA prophylaxis following resolution of transaminase elevations. If you decide to restart QFITLIA, wait until liver tests have returned to baseline. If QFITLIA is restarted and ALT or AST elevations greater than 5× ULN reoccur or the patient experiences jaundice (total bilirubin ≥2.5 mg/dL) thought to be from hepatotoxicity with other causes of liver test elevation ruled out, permanently discontinue QFITLIA.

Adverse Reactions

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6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Thrombotic Events [see Boxed Warning and Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Acute and Recurrent Gallbladder Disease [see Boxed Warning and Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Hepatotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Common adverse reactions (incidence >10%) are viral infection, nasopharyngitis, and bacterial infection ( 6.1 ). To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Genzyme Corporation 1-800-745-4447 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 6.1 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 pooled safety population described in the WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS reflect exposure to QFITLIA as fixed doses and AT-DR (N=335). The safety of the QFITLIA AT-DR was assessed in 286 adult and pediatric male patients with hemophilia A or B with or without inhibitors [see Clinical Studies (14) ] . Among patients who received the AT-DR, 93% were exposed for 6 months or longer and 83% were exposed for 12 months or longer. The median duration of exposure across the studies was 674 days (with a maximum of 896 days). Serious adverse reactions occurred in 4/286 (1.4%) patients who received the AT-DR, two of whom had serious adverse reactions of cholecystitis. Permanent discontinuation of QFITLIA due to an adverse reaction occurred in 4/286 (1.4%) patients receiving the AT-DR and included liver injury, post-operative deep vein thrombosis, cerebral infarction and pruritus. Dosage interruptions of QFITLIA due to an adverse reaction occurred in 2/286 (0.7%) patients receiving the AT-DR and included increased serum transaminases. The most common adverse reactions (≥10%) reported in patients treated with the AT-DR were viral infection, nasopharyngitis, and bacterial infection. Table 3: Adverse Reactions Reported in ≥5% of Patients from Pooled Clinical Studies with QFITLIA AT-DR Adverse Reaction Number of Patients (%) N=286 Viral infection Includes similar terms. 29 Nasopharyngitis 26 Bacterial infection 11 Hepatic Injury Hepatic injury includes: alanine aminotransferase increased, aspartate aminotransferase increased, liver injury. 8 Arthralgia 8 Prothrombin fragment 1.2 increased 7 Injection site reaction injection site reactions: includes injection site bruising, injection site erythema, injection site pain, injection site hematoma, injection site atrophy, injection site hemorrhage, injection site discomfort, injection site swelling, injection site discoloration, injection site pruritus, injection site induration, injection site nodule, injection site mass, injection site vesicles, injection site deformation, injection site rash, injection site joint pain and application site erythema. 6 Headache 5 Cough 5 Clinically relevant adverse reactions in less than 5% of patients include: Dyspepsia Abdominal pain

Drug Interactions

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7 DRUG INTERACTIONS 7.1 Hypercoagulability with Concomitant Use of CFC or BPA QFITLIA prophylaxis leads to increased thrombin generation with additive increase in peak thrombin when used concomitantly with CFC or BPA [see Boxed Warning , Dosage and Administration (2.3) and Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] .

Use in Specific Populations

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8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Avoid use in patients with established hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh Class A, B and C) ( 8.6 ). To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Genzyme Corporation 1-800-745-4447 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary There are no available data on QFITLIA use in pregnant women to evaluate for a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or other adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. Reproduction studies in pregnant animals have not been conducted with fitusiran. It is not known whether QFITLIA can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or can affect reproduction capacity. QFITLIA should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risks, including those to the fetus. The estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. All pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2–4% and 15–20%, respectively. 8.2 Lactation Risk Summary There are no data on the presence of fitusiran or its metabolite in human milk, the effects on the breastfed child, or the effects on milk production. It is not known whether QFITLIA is safe for use during breastfeeding. The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother's clinical need for QFITLIA and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed infant from QFITLIA or from the underlying maternal condition. 8.3 Females and Males of Reproductive Potential Contraception Females Use of QFITLIA in women using hormonal contraceptives may increase the risk of thrombotic events. Estrogen based hormonal contraceptives are an established risk factor for thrombosis in women with inherited AT deficiency. Advise patients using hormonal contraceptives to use an alternative non-hormonal contraception prior to starting treatment with and while receiving QFITLIA. 8.4 Pediatric Use The safety and effectiveness of QFITLIA for the treatment of hemophilia A or B with or without factor VIII or IX inhibitors have been established in pediatric patients aged 12 years and older. Use of QFITLIA in pediatric patients with hemophilia A and B is supported by evidence from adequate and well-controlled studies in adult and pediatric patients [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) and Clinical Studies (14) ] . A total of 60 pediatric patients ages 12 to 17 were treated with QFITLIA in the clinical studies. The safety and effectiveness of QFITLIA have not been established in pediatric patients below 12 years of age. 8.5 Geriatric Use There were 3 patients with hemophilia 65 years of age and older in the clinical studies on QFITLIA. Clinical studies of QFITLIA did not include sufficient numbers of subjects aged 65 and over to determine whether they respond differently from younger subjects. 8.6 Hepatic Impairment Serum transaminase elevations have been observed in the clinical studies [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] . Avoid use of QFITLIA in patients with established hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh Class A, B and C).

Mechanism of Action

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12.1 Mechanism of Action QFITLIA is a double-stranded siRNA that causes degradation of AT messenger RNA (mRNA) through RNA interference, reducing plasma AT levels.

Description

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11 DESCRIPTION QFITLIA injection contains fitusiran, an antithrombin-directed double-stranded small interfering ribonucleic acid (siRNA), which is covalently linked to a ligand containing a triantennary N-acetylgalactosamine (GalNAc) moiety. The molecular formula of fitusiran sodium is C 520 H 636 F 21 N 175 Na 43 O 309 P 43 S 6 and the molecular weight is 17,193 Da. Fitusiran drug substance is a white to pale yellow powder and freely soluble in water and phosphate buffered saline. The pH of a 1% aqueous solution of fitusiran drug substance in 50 mM KCl is 5.4 (4.4–7.3). It has the following structural formula: QFITLIA is supplied as a sterile, preservative-free, clear, colorless to pale yellow solution for subcutaneous administration. Each 50 mg single-dose prefilled pen delivers 50 mg fitusiran (equivalent to 53.0 mg fitusiran sodium) in 0.5 mL, and also contains dibasic sodium phosphate (0.585 mg), monobasic sodium phosphate (0.044 mg), sodium chloride (2.455 mg), and Water for Injection, USP. Phosphoric acid (concentrated) and sodium hydroxide may be added to adjust to pH 7.0. Each 20 mg single-dose vial delivers 20 mg fitusiran (equivalent to 21.2 mg fitusiran sodium) in 0.2 mL, and also contains dibasic sodium phosphate (0.234 mg), monobasic sodium phosphate (0.018 mg), sodium chloride (0.982 mg), and Water for Injection, USP. Phosphoric acid (concentrated) and sodium hydroxide may be added to adjust to pH 7.0. Chemical Structure

How Supplied / Storage and Handling

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16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING 16.1 How Supplied QFITLIA (fitusiran) is a clear, colorless to pale yellow solution supplied in a single-dose prefilled pen or a single-dose vial. Each prefilled pen is designed to deliver 50 mg of QFITLIA in 0.5 mL (NDC 58468-0348-1). Each vial is designed to deliver 20 mg of QFITLIA in 0.2 mL (NDC 58468-0347-1). QFITLIA is available in cartons containing 1 prefilled pen or 1 vial. 16.2 Storage and Handling 50 mg Prefilled Pen Store refrigerated at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) in the original carton to protect from light. QFITLIA may be stored at room temperature between 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F) for a single period of up to 3 months within the expiration date printed on the label. Discard no later than 3 months after removal from the refrigerator or at the expiration date, whichever comes first. After storage at room temperature, do not return the product to the refrigerator. 20 mg Vial Store QFITLIA either in the refrigerator at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) or at room temperature between 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F), in the original carton to protect from light. After storage at room temperature, do not return the product to the refrigerator. Do not shake QFITLIA at any time. Do not heat QFITLIA. Do not freeze. Do not put into direct sunlight.

Adverse event reports

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44
FAERS reports mentioning this drug
as of 2026-09-25T03:42:24+00:00
A report count is not a risk measure. FAERS accepts voluntary and mandatory reports without establishing causation, and reporting is influenced by how widely a drug is used, how long it has been marketed, and media attention. FDA states that reports “do not prove that the drug caused the event”. Compare rates, not totals.

Attributed to this product's most-reported active ingredient: FITUSIRAN. Combination products with more than six active ingredients are not attributed, because a report count summed across a long ingredient list measures the list, not the medicine.

Packaging and NDCs

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Every National Drug Code package associated with this medication. The NDC is the identifier used for dispensing, billing and pharmacovigilance in the United States.
Package NDC Product NDC Labeler Description Marketing start
58468-0347-1 58468-0347 Genzyme Corporation 1 VIAL in 1 CARTON (58468-0347-1) / .2 mL in 1 VIAL March 28, 2025
58468-0348-1 58468-0348 Genzyme Corporation 1 SYRINGE in 1 CARTON (58468-0348-1) / .5 mL in 1 SYRINGE March 28, 2025
58468-0347 58468-0347 Genzyme Corporation — March 28, 2025
58468-0348 58468-0348 Genzyme Corporation — March 28, 2025

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