Actemra can be used in severe COVID-19 patients over the age of 2. The MFDS (Director Kim Kang-rip) announced on the 15th that it approved EUA of Actemra imported by JW Pharmaceutical for severe COVID-19 patients aged two or older to prevent a shortage of treatments in advance.

The seriousness referred to herein refers to hospitalized patients who are receiving systemic corticosteroid and need oxygen therapy. The MFDS comprehensively reviewed related data and results of consultation with infectious medicine specialists, and decided EUA after deliberation by the Public Health Crisis Response Medical Product Safety Management and Supply Committee.

Actemra is effective in treating severe COV