Real-World Insights on Satisfaction and Experience with Acthar Gel via SelfJect (RISE™): A Cross-Sectional Patient
Jas Bindra1, Ishveen Chopra2, Kyle Hayes3
1Falcon Research Group, North Potomac, MD, USA.
Introduction:
Acthar® Gel Single-Dose Pre-filled SelfJect™ Injector ("Acthar Gel via SelfJect") is approved by the US Food and Drug Administration for appropriate patients with chronic and acute inflammatory and autoimmune conditions. It has fewer steps than a multi-dose vial. This survey assessed patients' perceptions of their experience with this device, including their satisfaction, confidence, convenience, and ease of use, as well as persistence and compliance.
Methods:
Real-World Insights on Patient Satisfaction and Experience with Acthar Gel via SelfJect (RISE™) gathered responses via a non-interventional, observational, cross-sectional online survey with a pre-specified protocol (November 2024-January 2025). Eligible participants were aged ≥18 years, had a diagnosis of an indication of Acthar Gel based on the prescribing information, and had used Acthar Gel via SelfJect for ≥6 self-injections during the survey.
Results:
Fifty-four participants completed the survey (mean age 55.4 years, 76% women). Thirty-three percent (18/54) had chronic or recurring ocular inflammatory disease, and 26% (14/54) had rheumatoid arthritis. Thirty-nine percent (21/54) reported dexterity or visual problems, and 39% (21/54) had prior experience with Acthar Gel multi-dose vial. On average, administering Acthar Gel via SelfJect took 3.4 min. Overall, 91% (49/54) of participants reported that they were satisfied or very satisfied with Acthar Gel via SelfJect; 89% (48/54) felt very or extremely confident injecting with Acthar Gel via SelfJect; and 91% (49/54) found it to be convenient or very convenient. Seventy-six percent (41/54) felt that it was very or extremely easy to self-inject with this device. Eighty-seven percent (47/54) perceived that they were likely or very likely to maintain persistence and compliance with this device.
Conclusions:
Survey participants reported a favorable experience with Acthar Gel via SelfJect, with a high level of satisfaction, confidence, convenience, and ease of use. Participants reported perceptions of anticipated positive persistence and compliance with this device, which may correlate with the possibility of improved continuity of care.
