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Yeztugo® (lenacapavir) Injection
EVICORE-MEDICAL_DRUG-FD7D1151
EviCore by Evernorth
Effective: December 1, 2025
Updated: January 13, 2026
created · Dec 4, 2025
Policy Summary
Covered: Yeztugo (lenacapavir) SC injection is authorized only for PrEP to reduce sexually acquired HIV‑1 in adults and adolescents weighing ≥35 kg (non‑PrEP uses are not covered). Key requirements: documented weight ≥35 kg and a negative HIV‑1 test ≤7 days before dosing, prescribed as part of a comprehensive HIV‑1 prevention strategy and by/with an HIV specialist, adherence to the dosing schedule (927 mg SC initial then 927 mg every 6 months ±2 weeks) with documentation of planned maintenance injections, and authorization limited to 7 months.
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Key requirements from the full policy
"Yeztugo is indicated for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce the risk of sexually acquired HIV-1 in adults and adolescents weighing at least 35 kg who are at risk for HIV-1 acquisition."
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