Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, Inc. Announces Eight Presentations for Dysport® (abobotulinumtoxinA) at the Annual Meeting of the American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine

BASKING RIDGE, N.J., Sept. 15, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, Inc., a subsidiary of Ipsen SA (Euronext: IPN; ADR: IPSEY) (Ipsen), today announced that eight posters regarding the use of Dysport^® (abobotulinumtoxinA) in various therapeutic indications have been selected for presentation at the annual meeting of the American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) being held in New Orleans, Louisiana, September 14 – 17, 2016.

"The presentations this year at AANEM demonstrate the continued commitment of Ipsen to research regarding the use of Dysport^®," said Cynthia Schwalm, EVP, North America Commercial Operations, Ipsen. "Following the recent FDA approval of Dysport^® for the treatment of lower limb spasticity in children two years of age and older, we are particularly excited to be sharing these presentations with the neuromuscular and electrodiagnostic medical community."

The following posters are available for viewing September 14-17 between 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (ET) at Hilton New Orleans Riverside, Exhibition Hall C, 2nd Level.

Key Presentations in Adult Populations:

Efficacy and Safety of a 2 mL Dilution of AbobotulinumtoxinA Compared With Placebo in Adult Patients With Cervical Dystonia

• Abstract #213

Comparison of Methodology, Patient Characteristics, and Treatment Results from ANCHOR-CD (AbobotulinumtoxinA Neurotoxin: Clinical and Health Economics Outcomes Registry in Cervical Dystonia) and Other Registry Studies of Botulinum Toxin Type A in Cervical Dystonia

• Abstract #217

AbobotulinumtoxinA Injection Patterns in Patients with Cervical Dystonia from the AbobotulinumtoxinA Neurotoxin: Clinical and Health Economics Outcomes Registry in Cervical Dystonia (ANCHOR-CD) ANCHOR-CD Registry Study

• Abstract #211

AbobotulinumtoxinA (Dysport^®): Doses Used to Treat Upper Limb Muscles of Adults With Spasticity Participating in a Phase III Randomized, Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Study

• Abstract #215

Budget Impact Analysis of Botulinum Toxin A Therapy for Adult Upper Limb Spasticity in the United States

• Abstract #209

Efficacy and Safety Of AbobotulinumtoxinA (Dysport^®) in Adult Hemiparetic Patients With Upper Limb Spasticity Previously Treated With Botulinum Toxins

• Abstract #214

Key Presentations in Pediatric Populations:

Safety and Tolerability of AbobotulinumtoxinA (Dysport^®) in Children (2-17 Years) With Lower Limb Spasticity Due To Cerebral Palsy: A Pooled Analysis of 8 Clinical Trials

• Abstract #216

Phase 3 Trial to Evaluate AbobotulinumtoxinA (Dysport^®) Injections in Children With Upper Limb Spasticity Due To Cerebral Palsy

• Abstract #212

About Dysport^® (abobotulinumtoxinA) for Injection
Dysport^® is an injectable form of botulinum toxin type A (BoNT-A), which is isolated and purified from Clostridium bacteria producing BoNT-A. It is supplied as a lyophilized powder.

The C.L.I.M.B.^® (Continuum of Learning to Improve Management with Botulinum Toxin; http://www.climb-training.com) injector training platform is a multi-tiered learning continuum designed to educate physicians with every level of experience with botulinum toxin therapy. C.L.I.M.B.^® can help physicians improve their clinical skills involving the appropriate use of Dysport^®.

Indications and Important Safety Information

Dysport^® (abobotulinumtoxinA) for injection is indicated for the treatment of:

• Adults with upper limb spasticity, to decrease the severity of increased muscle tone in elbow flexors, wrist flexors, and finger flexors
• Adults with cervical dystonia
• Lower limb spasticity in pediatric patients 2 years of age and older

The safety and effectiveness of Dysport^® injected into upper limb muscles or proximal muscles of the lower limb for the treatment of spasticity in pediatric patients has not been established.

Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients with lower limb spasticity below 2 years of age have not been evaluated.

Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients with cervical dystonia or upper limb spasticity have not been established.

The safety and effectiveness of Dysport^® in the treatment of lower limb spasticity in adult patients has not been demonstrated.

Contraindications
Dysport^® is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any botulinum toxin preparation or to any of the components; or in the presence of infection at the proposed injection site(s); or in patients known to be allergic to cow's milk protein.

Warnings and Precautions

Lack of Interchangeability between Botulinum Toxin Products
The potency Units of Dysport^® are specific to the preparation and assay method utilized. They are not interchangeable with other preparations of botulinum toxin products, and, therefore, units of biological activity of Dysport^® cannot be compared to or converted into units of any other botulinum toxin products assessed with any other specific assay method.

Dysphagia and Breathing Difficulties
Treatment with Dysport^® and other botulinum toxin products can result in swallowing or breathing difficulties. Patients with pre-existing swallowing or breathing difficulties may be more susceptible to these complications.  In most cases, this is a consequence of weakening of muscles in the area of injection that are involved in breathing or swallowing. When distant side effects occur, additional respiratory muscles may be involved (see Boxed Warning). Deaths as a complication of severe dysphagia have been reported after treatment with botulinum toxin.  Dysphagia may persist for several weeks, and require use of a feeding tube to maintain adequate nutrition and hydration. Aspiration may result from severe dysphagia and is a particular risk when treating patients in whom swallowing or respiratory function is already compromised. Patients treated with botulinum toxin may require immediate medical attention should they develop problems with swallowing, speech, or respiratory disorders.  These reactions can occur within hours to weeks after injection with botulinum toxin.

Pre-existing Neuromuscular Disorders
Individuals with peripheral motor neuropathic diseases, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or neuromuscular junction disorders (e.g., myasthenia gravis or Lambert-Eaton syndrome) should be monitored particularly closely when given botulinum toxin. Patients with neuromuscular disorders may be at increased risk of clinically significant effects including severe dysphagia and respiratory compromise from typical doses of Dysport^®.

Human Albumin
This product contains albumin, a derivative of human blood. Based on effective donor screening and product manufacturing processes, it carries an extremely remote risk for transmission of viral diseases.  A theoretical risk for transmission of Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) also is considered extremely remote. No cases of transmission of viral diseases or CJD have ever been reported for albumin.

Intradermal Immune Reaction
The possibility of an immune reaction when injected intradermally is unknown. The safety of Dysport^® for the treatment of hyperhidrosis has not been established. Dysport^® is approved only for intramuscular injection.

Adverse Reactions
Most common adverse reactions (≥2% and greater than placebo in either Dysport^® group) in adults with upper limb spasticity for Dysport^® 500 Units, Dysport^® 1000 Units, and Placebo, respectively, were:  nasopharyngitis (4%, 1%, 1%), urinary tract infection (3%, 1%, 2%), muscular weakness (2%, 4%, 1%), musculoskeletal pain (3%, 2%, 2%), dizziness (3%, 1%, 1%), fall (2%, 3%, 2%), and depression (2%, 3%, 1%).

Most common adverse reactions (≥5% and greater than placebo) in adults with cervical dystonia for Dysport^® 500 Units and Placebo, respectively, were: muscular weakness (16%, 4%), dysphagia (15%, 4%), dry mouth (13%, 7%), injection site discomfort (13%, 8%), fatigue (12%, 10%), headache (11%, 9%), musculoskeletal pain (7%, 3%), dysphonia (6%, 2%), injection site pain (5%, 4%), and eye disorders (7%, 2%).

Most common adverse reactions (≥10% in any group and greater than placebo) in pediatric patients with lower limb spasticity for Dysport^® 10 Units/kg, 15 Units/kg, 20 Units/kg, or 30 Units/kg; and Placebo, respectively, were: upper respiratory tract infection (9%, 20%, 5%, 10%, 13%), nasopharyngitis (9%, 12%,16%, 10%, 5%), influenza (0%, 10%, 14%, 3%, 8%), pharyngitis (5%, 0%,11%, 3%, 8%), cough (7%, 6%, 14%, 10%, 6%), and pyrexia (7%, 12%, 8%, 7%, 5%).

Drug Interactions
Co-administration of Dysport^® and aminoglycosides or other agents interfering with neuromuscular transmission (e.g., curare-like agents), or muscle relaxants, should be observed closely because the effect of botulinum toxin may be potentiated. Use of anticholinergic drugs after administration of Dysport^® may potentiate systemic anticholinergic effects such as blurred vision. The effect of administering different botulinum neurotoxins at the same time or within several months of each other is unknown. Excessive weakness may be exacerbated by another administration of botulinum toxin prior to the resolution of the effects of a previously administered botulinum toxin.  Excessive weakness may also be exaggerated by administration of a muscle relaxant before or after administration of Dysport^®.

Use in Pregnancy
Based on animal data Dysport^® may cause fetal harm.  There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women.  Dysport^® should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus.

Pediatric Use
Based on animal data Dysport^® may cause atrophy of injected and adjacent muscles; decreased bone growth, length, and mineral content; delayed sexual maturation; and decreased fertility.

Geriatric Use
In general, elderly patients should be observed to evaluate their tolerability of Dysport^®, due to the greater frequency of concomitant disease and other drug therapy.

To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS or product complaints, contact Ipsen at 1-855-463-5127. You may also report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Please see Full Prescribing Information for Dysport^® available here and, for more information, visit www.dysport.com.

About Ipsen
Ipsen SA is a global specialty-driven biotechnological group with total sales exceeding €1.4 billion in 2015. Ipsen sells more than 20 drugs in more than 115 countries, with a direct commercial presence in more than 30 countries. One of the leading affiliates is Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, Inc., the North American arm of Ipsen, headquartered in Basking Ridge, NJ. Ipsen's ambition is to become a leader in specialty healthcare solutions for targeted debilitating diseases. Its fields of expertise cover oncology, neurosciences and endocrinology (adult & pediatric). Ipsen's commitment to oncology is exemplified through its growing portfolio of key therapies improving the care of patients suffering from prostate cancer, bladder cancer and neuro-endocrine tumors. Ipsen also has a significant presence in primary care.  Moreover, the Group has an active policy of partnerships. Ipsen's R&D is focused on its innovative and differentiated technological platforms, peptides and toxins, located in the heart of the leading biotechnological and life sciences hubs (Les Ulis/Paris-Saclay, France; Slough/Oxford, UK; Cambridge, US). In 2015, R&D expenditure totaled close to €193 million. The Group has more than 4,600 employees worldwide. Ipsen's shares are traded on segment A of Euronext Paris (stock code: IPN, ISIN code: FR0010259150) and eligible to the "Service de Règlement Différé" ("SRD"). The Group is part of the SBF 120 index. Ipsen has implemented a Sponsored Level I American Depositary Receipt (ADR) program, which trade on the over-the-counter market in the United States under the symbol IPSEY. For more information on Ipsen, visit www.ipsen.com.

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Dysport^® and C.L.I.M.B.^® are registered trademarks of Ipsen Biopharm Ltd.

September 2016 DYS-US-001153

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