Answer
Polyethylene glycol is attached to the factor VIII molecule to slow its clearance and extend its half-life compared with octocog alfa.
Sources for this answer
- ADYNOVI 2000 IU powder and solvent for solution for injection 5 ml solvent — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
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