Nulojix

Nulojix (belatacept) is a selective T cell co-stimulation blocker. It is used with other drugs to prevent kidney transplant rejection. Nulojix works by weakening the body’s immune system to help prevent rejection.

For more information, visit the patient website for this drug. Speak with your healthcare provider to learn if this drug is right for you.

MANUFACTURER:

Bristol Myers Squibb

CLASS:
T cell blocker
WHAT IT TREATS:
  • Prophylaxis for organ rejection in adult patients receiving a kidney transplant
  • Transplant specialists
PRESCRIBED BY:

Nephrologists (kidney doctors)

HOW ADMINISTERED:
IV infusion
FREQUENCY:

Day 1, day 5, week 2, week 4 then every 4 weeks

Length of infusion:
About 30 minutes