Benlysta
Benlysta is a medicine authorised by Swissmedic under authorisation number 66585. The authorisation holder is GlaxoSmithKline AG. The medicinal product code is Biotechnological medicines and the dispensing category is B: Supplied only against a prescription which, at the prescriber's discretion, may be dispensed repeatedly. First authorisation was granted on 29 June 2018 and the authorisation is valid without a time limit. ATC code L04AG04 places the medicine in the group Immunosuppressants.
| Authorisation number | 66585 |
|---|---|
| Name | Benlysta |
| Full name | Benlysta, Lösung zur subkutanen Injektion (Autoinjektor) |
| Authorisation holder | GlaxoSmithKline AG |
| Medicinal product code | Biotechnological medicines |
| Dispensing category | B · Prescription only |
| ATC code | L04AG04 |
| First authorisation | 29 June 2018 |
| Authorisation validity | unlimited |
| No. | Name | Dispensing category | Authorisation date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Benlysta, Lösung zur subkutanen Injektion (Autoinjektor) | B | 29 June 2018 |
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| Pack code | Quantity | Unit | ATC | IT code | Dispensing category |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Injektor(en), vorgefüllt/Pen | L04AG04 | 07.15.0. | B |
| 2 | 4 | Injektor(en), vorgefüllt/Pen | L04AG04 | 07.15.0. | B |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Benlysta authorised in Switzerland?
Yes. Benlysta is authorised by Swissmedic under authorisation number 66585, data as of 01 September 2026. The authorisation is valid without a time limit.
Which dispensing category does Benlysta have?
Benlysta is in dispensing category B. Supplied only against a prescription which, at the prescriber's discretion, may be dispensed repeatedly.
Who is the authorisation holder of Benlysta?
The authorisation holder is GlaxoSmithKline AG. The holder carries the legal responsibility for quality, safety and product information of the medicine in Switzerland.
Sources
Swissmedic data as of 01 September 2026. No medical advice. Independent directory, not affiliated with Swissmedic or the FOPH.