COVID-19 Update At Alexion, we commit ourselves every day to delivering on our mission of serving people living with rare diseases. This is especially important during a global health crisis like the current COVID-19 pandemic. We remain focused on continuing to serve the patients who rely on us, as well as protecting the health and safety of our employees and the communities in which we live and work. Commitment to Patients The resilience of patients and their families is our inspiration, and the safety of those receiving our medicines and participating in our clinical trials remains paramount. Alexion's goal is always to manage a robust supply chain that delivers medicines that are secure, sterile and meet our rigorous quality standards. In addition, due to the life-saving nature of our medicines, we strive to maintain sufficient inventory levels to ensure their supply to the patients who rely on them. We have taken proactive measures to mitigate the risk of potential interruptions in supply, and we are continuing to actively monitor this dynamic and rapidly evolving situation worldwide. LATEST NEWS Alexion Provides Statement on Phase 3 Study of ULTOMIRIS® (ravulizumab-cwvz) in Hospitalized Patients with Severe COVID-19 On January 13, 2021, Alexion announced the decision to pause further enrollment in the global Phase 3 study of ULTOMIRIS® (ravulizumab-cwvz) in adults with severe COVID-19 requiring mechanical ventilation. This decision is based on the recommendation of an independent data monitoring committee (IDMC), following their review of data from a pre-specified interim analysis. Alexion Announces Plans to Initiate Phase 3 Study of ULTOMIRIS® (ravulizumab-cwvz) in Hospitalized Patients with Severe COVID-19 Alexion announced plans to initiate a global Phase 3 study to investigate ULTOMIRIS® (ravulizumab-cwvz) in a subset of adults with COVID-19 – those who are hospitalized with severe pneumonia or acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). Alexion Makes Donations to Support Community Responses to COVID-19 Outbreak Alexion is committed to assisting communities and medical systems in their efforts to address the public health crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and is taking a holistic approach to supporting our global communities across a range of areas of need. Alexion Statement on SOLIRIS® (eculizumab) and COVID-19 In early February, in response to the government’s outreach, Alexion reached out to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) office, the Department of Defense (DoD) and others within government to discuss the potential use of SOLIRIS® (eculizumab) in patients with COVID-19. Our Principles Alexion is committed to doing our part to protect our own safety and the safety of those around us by being smart in our actions and minimizing any potential interactions that could contribute to the spread of the virus and place additional burden on our healthcare systems. The patients and families we serve, and their care teams, are at the front of our minds as we work to redefine what it means to effectively support them through increased virtual means in this dynamic and challenging environment. Alexion's approach to responding to COVID-19 reflects the following priorities: Protecting patient and customer safety and medicine supply continuity; Ensuring safety and a sense of security for people who work at Alexion; Safeguarding our manufacturing, distribution and research facilities; Maintaining the integrity of our clinical trials and commitment to data quality; Responsibly supporting our community and local healthcare systems; and Remaining nimble and responsive to the ever-changing situation while always remaining true to our core values. Patients Taking Alexion Medicines Healthcare Providers Clinical Trial Participants Follow your local government direction and monitor public health authority websites, such as www.cdc.gov and www.who.int. If anything, living with PNH has made me appreciate my time even more, and given me more drive to get back to doing what I love to do.” JOE LIVING WITH PNH HEAR HIS STORY MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS THE RARE DISEASE COMMUNITY INVESTORS JOB SEEKERS Contact Us Legal Statement Privacy Notice Terms of Use Cookies Settings This website is intended only for residents of the United States. © 2021 Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Reject All Cookies Accept All Cookies