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Drug Formulary
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cemiplimab

Pronunciation: SEM ip LI mab
Other Name(s): Libtayo™
Appearance: clear to slightly opalescent, colourless to pale yellow solution mixed into larger bags of fluids

Drug Formulary information is intended for use by healthcare professionals. It is not intended to be medical advice. Some of the information, including information about funding for cancer drugs, does not apply to all patients. Cancer treatment plans are unique to each patient. If you are a patient, please speak with your healthcare team to understand how this information applies to you.

Drug Monograph

May 2025
Table of Contents
Eligibility Forms
pdf download Cemiplimab - Metastatic or Locally Advanced Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma pdf download Cemiplimab - In Combination with Chemotherapy for First-Line Treatment of Advanced Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer pdf download Cemiplimab - Locally Advanced Basal Cell Carcinoma pdf download Cemiplimab - Previously Untreated Locally Advanced or Metastatic Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Patient Info Sheet

Mar 2021

What it is used for

  • For treating a type of skin cancer called Squamous Cell Carcinoma


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