CRYSVITA® (burosumab-twza) is a fibroblast growth factor 23 (FGF23) blocking antibody indicated for the treatment of FGF23-related hypophosphatemia in tumor-induced osteomalacia (TIO) associated with phosphaturic mesenchymal tumors that cannot be curatively resected or localized in adult and pediatric patients 2 years of age and older.
Pediatric dosing schedule and administration for CRYSVITA® (burosumab-twza)
How to initiate treatment using the recommended starting dosage for children with TIO that cannot be curatively resected or localized.
Recommended starting dosage for pediatric patients1* (2 years to <18 years of age)
The recommended starting dosage is 0.4 mg/kg of body weight, rounded to the nearest 10 mg, administered every 2 weeks. Doses may be increased up to 2 mg/kg, not to exceed 180 mg, administered every 2 weeks.
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CRYSVITA is administered by a healthcare professional every 2 weeks.1
Ready-to-use subcutaneous injection that comes in 3 strengths1:
The maximum volume of CRYSVITA per injection is 1.5 mL. If multiple injections are required, administer at different injection sites.1
Injection sites should be rotated with each injection, administered at a different anatomic location than the previous injection. Injection site locations include1:
- Upper arms
- Upper thighs
- Buttocks
- Any quadrant of the abdomen
Do not inject into moles, scars, or areas where the skin is tender, bruised, red, hard, or not intact.1
*Safety and effectiveness of CRYSVITA in pediatric patients 2 years of age and older with TIO are supported by evidence from the studies in adult patients with TIO with additional modeling and simulation of pharmacokinetic (PK) data from adult and pediatric patients with XLH and adult patients with TIO to inform dosing. Safety and effectiveness for CRYSVITA in pediatric patients with TIO below the age of 2 years have not been established.1
Preparing your pediatric patients for CRYSVITA
Before initiating CRYSVITA1
- Have your patient discontinue oral phosphate and/or active vitamin D analogs (eg, calcitriol, paricalcitol, doxercalciferol, calcifediol) 1 week prior
- Fasting serum phosphorus concentration should be below the reference range for age
- In patients at high risk for hypercalcemia (eg, pre-existing hyperparathyroidism, prolonged immobilization, dehydration, hypervitaminosis D, or renal impairment), assess serum calcium and parathyroid hormone levels
Assessing fasting serum phosphorus during CRYSVITA treatment for children with TIO
CRYSVITA is administered once EVERY 2 WEEKS.1
After initiation of treatment with CRYSVITA, assess fasting serum phosphorus on a monthly basis, measured 2 weeks post-dose, for the first 3 months of treatment, and thereafter as appropriate.1
Monitor and adjust dose based on serum phosphorus levels1
If serum phosphorus is within the reference range for age, continue treatment with the same dose. Follow the Dose adjustment schedule below to maintain serum phosphorus within the reference range for age.
Guidelines for pediatric dose adjustments with CRYSVITA
When making dosage adjustments for your patients, take note of the following1:
- Reassess fasting serum phosphorus level 4 weeks after dose adjustment
- Do not adjust CRYSVITA more frequently than every 4 weeks
If fasting serum phosphorus is below the reference range for age1:
- The dose should be titrated in accordance with the table below up to the maximum dose of 2 mg/kg every 2 weeks. The maximum dose should not exceed 180 mg
| TIO pediatric dose schedule for stepwise dose increase for patients ≥10 kg1 | ||||
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| Body weight (kg) | Starting dose (mg) | First dose increase to (mg) | Second dose increase to (mg) | Third dose* increase to (mg) |
| 10-14 | 5 | 10 | 15 | 20 |
| 15-18 | 5 | 10 | 20 | 25 |
| 19-31 | 10 | 20 | 25 | 35 |
| 32-43 | 10 | 30 | 40 | 50 |
| 44-56 | 20 | 40 | 50 | 70 |
| 57-68 | 20 | 50 | 70 | 90 |
| 69-80 | 30 | 60 | 80 | 100 |
| 81-93 | 30 | 70 | 100 | 120 |
| 94-105 | 40 | 80 | 110 | 140 |
| ≥106 | 40 | 90 | 130 | 160 |
TIO pediatric dose schedule for stepwise dose increase for patients ≥10 kg1
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*The table shows a dose increase up to 1.5 mg/kg. Further dose increases to a maximum of 2 mg/kg, not to exceed 180 mg, administered every 2 weeks should be calculated by the physician.1
Have questions about biochemical reference ranges?
Check with the testing laboratory for specific definitions, parameters, and normal ranges. Your CRYSVITA representative can also provide resources on biochemical markers in TIO, including serum phosphorus.
Contact a repIf fasting serum phosphorus is above the reference range for age1:
- Withhold the next dose and reassess the serum phosphorus level in 4 weeks
- The patient must have serum phosphorus below the reference range for age to reinitiate CRYSVITA
- Once serum phosphorus is below the reference range for age, treatment may be restarted at approximately half the initial starting dose, up to a maximum dose of 180 mg administered every 2 weeks for pediatrics
- After a dose decrease, reassess serum phosphorus level 4 weeks after the dose adjustment
- If the level remains below the reference range for age after the reinitiation dose, the dose can be adjusted per the table in the “Increasing CRYSVITA dosing” section above
Have questions about biochemical reference ranges?
Your CRYSVITA representative can provide resources on biochemical markers in TIO, including serum phosphorus.
Contact a repIf a patient undergoes treatment of the underlying tumor (ie, surgical excision or radiation therapy)1:
- CRYSVITA treatment should be interrupted and serum phosphorus reassessed after treatment has been completed
- CRYSVITA dose should be restarted at the patient’s initiation dose if serum phosphorus remains below the lower limit of normal
- Follow dose adjustment per the table in the “Increasing CRYSVITA dosing” section above to maintain fasting serum phosphorus within the reference range for age
Age-specific reference ranges for normal serum phosphorus levels
| Laboratory test | Reference ranges in children1-3 | Reference ranges in adults*3 |
|---|---|---|
| Fasting serum phosphorus | 0 to 14 d: 5.6-10.5 mg/dL 15 d to <1 y: 4.8-8.4 mg/dL 1 to <5 y: 4.3-6.8 mg/dL 5 to <13 y: 4.1-5.9 mg/dL 13 to <16 y: 3.2-6.2 mg/dL† 16 to <19 y: 2.9-5.0 mg/dL |
2.5-4.5 mg/dL |
15 d to <1 y: 4.8-8.4 mg/dL
1 to <5 y: 4.3-6.8 mg/dL
5 to <13 y: 4.1-5.9 mg/dL
13 to <16 y: 3.2-6.2 mg/dL†
16 to <19 y: 2.9-5.0 mg/dL
*Reference ranges may vary based on assay and instrument used. It is important to use the reference range provided by the laboratory conducting the test to ensure accuracy.
† Combined reference range for males and females.
References:
- 1. CRYSVITA (burosumab-twza). US Prescribing Information. Kyowa Kirin, Inc. April 2026.
Additional considerations for dosage and administration of CRYSVITA
When treating your patients with CRYSVITA, consider the following1:
- CRYSVITA should be administered via subcutaneous injection only
- Visually inspect CRYSVITA for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration. Do not use if the solution is discolored or cloudy or if the solution contains any particles or foreign particulate matter
- If a patient misses a dose, have the patient resume CRYSVITA as soon as possible at the prescribed dose. To avoid missed doses, treatments may be administered 3 days on either side of the scheduled treatment date
- Monitor serum calcium and parathyroid hormone levels in patients at high risk for hypercalcemia before and during treatment
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