The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning that an increased risk of death is possible with the use of duvelisib (Copiktra) compared with the monoclonal antibody ofatumumab in the treatment of chronic lymphocytic leukemia. Serious adverse effects also appear to be more likely with duvelisib use.Nurses should monitor for adverse effects and report them to the FDA's MedWatch program.

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