Air Polymer-type A Intrauterine Foam
Generic Name: air polymer-type a intrauterine foam
Brand Names:
Exem Foam
11 DESCRIPTION ExEm Foam (air polymer-type A) intrauterine foam, is an ultrasound contrast agent. It is provided to the user for preparation as a single-dose kit containing: 5 mL sterile clear Gel [polymer-type A (80.97 mg hydroxyethyl cellulose), 434.80 mg glycerin 85%, and purified water]; with a pH of 6 to 7.5. 5 mL Sterile Purified Water; with a pH of 6 to 7.5.
Overview
11 DESCRIPTION ExEm Foam (air polymer-type A) intrauterine foam, is an ultrasound contrast agent. It is provided to the user for preparation as a single-dose kit containing: 5 mL sterile clear Gel [polymer-type A (80.97 mg hydroxyethyl cellulose), 434.80 mg glycerin 85%, and purified water]; with a pH of 6 to 7.5. 5 mL Sterile Purified Water; with a pH of 6 to 7.5.
Uses
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE ExEm ® Foam is indicated for sonohysterosalpingography to assess fallopian tube patency in women with known or suspected infertility. ExEm ® Foam is an ultrasound contrast agent indicated for sonohysterosalpingography to assess fallopian tube patency in women with known or suspected infertility. ( 1 )
Dosage
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Confirm the patient is not pregnant prior to ExEm Foam administrations ( 2.1 ) Recommended dose is 2 mL to 3 mL of ExEm Foam by intrauterine infusion using a 5-Fr or larger catheter. Dose may be repeated in 2 mL to 3 mL increments, as needed, to achieve visualization of the fallopian tubes. Maximum total dose is 10 mL ( 2.2 ) See Full Prescribing Information for preparation and administration instructions. ( 2.3 ) 2.1 Important Pre-Administration Information To ensure that the patient is not pregnant prior to ExEm Foam administration [see Contraindications (4) and Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]: Confirm that the patient has a negative pregnancy test within the 24 hours before ExEm Foam administration .
Side Effects
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS Common adverse reactions are: pelvic and abdominal pain; vasovagal reactions and associated symptoms such as nausea and faintness; and post-procedure spotting. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact ExEm Foam Inc. at 1-844-963-EXEM (1-844-963-3936) or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug may not reflect the rates observed in practice. The common adverse reactions associated with ExEm Foam when used as indicated in sonohysterosalpingography are: pelvic and abdominal pain; vasovagal reactions and associated symptoms such as nausea and faintness; and post-procedure spotting.
Warnings
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Risk for fetal harm: Confirm that the patient has a negative pregnancy test within the 24 hours before ExEm Foam administration and confirm that the patient is in the pre-ovulatory phase of her menstrual cycle (cycle days 6 through 11). ( 4 , 5.1 ) Risk for Post-Procedure Gynecologic Infections: Do not use in contraindicated situations even if the patient is receiving antimicrobial therapy. ( 4 , 5.2 ) 5.1 Risk for Fetal Harm ExEm Foam is contraindicated for use in pregnancy due to the potential risk of fetal harm from an intrauterine procedure. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS ExEm Foam is contraindicated for use in: Pregnancy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . Patients with known or suspected lower genital tract inflammation or infection [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ]. Patients who have had a gynecologic procedure within the last 30 days [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ].
Pregnancy
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary ExEm Foam is contraindicated for use in pregnancy due to the potential risk to the fetus from an intrauterine procedure [see Contraindications (4) and Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . There are no available data on the use of ExEm Foam in pregnant women. Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with ExEm Foam.
Storage
Storage and Handling Store the kit and components at controlled room temperature between 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F); [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]; excursions permitted at 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F). Do not store in refrigerator. Do not freeze.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Air Polymer-type A Intrauterine Foam used for?▼
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE ExEm ® Foam is indicated for sonohysterosalpingography to assess fallopian tube patency in women with known or suspected infertility. ExEm ® Foam is an ultrasound contrast agent indicated for sonohysterosalpingography to assess fallopian tube patency in women with known or suspected infertility. ( 1 )
What are the side effects of Air Polymer-type A Intrauterine Foam?▼
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS Common adverse reactions are: pelvic and abdominal pain; vasovagal reactions and associated symptoms such as nausea and faintness; and post-procedure spotting. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact ExEm Foam Inc. at 1-844-963-EXEM (1-844-963-3936) or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug may not reflect the rates observed in practice. The common adverse reactions associated with ExEm Foam when used as indicated in sonohysterosalpingography are: pelvic and abdominal pain; vasovagal reactions and associated symptoms such as nausea and faintness; and post-procedure spotting.
Can I take Air Polymer-type A Intrauterine Foam during pregnancy?▼
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary ExEm Foam is contraindicated for use in pregnancy due to the potential risk to the fetus from an intrauterine procedure [see Contraindications (4) and Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . There are no available data on the use of ExEm Foam in pregnant women. Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with ExEm Foam.
What are the important warnings for Air Polymer-type A Intrauterine Foam?▼
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Risk for fetal harm: Confirm that the patient has a negative pregnancy test within the 24 hours before ExEm Foam administration and confirm that the patient is in the pre-ovulatory phase of her menstrual cycle (cycle days 6 through 11). ( 4 , 5.1 ) Risk for Post-Procedure Gynecologic Infections: Do not use in contraindicated situations even if the patient is receiving antimicrobial therapy. ( 4 , 5.2 ) 5.1 Risk for Fetal Harm ExEm Foam is contraindicated for use in pregnancy due to the potential risk of fetal harm from an intrauterine procedure. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS ExEm Foam is contraindicated for use in: Pregnancy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . Patients with known or suspected lower genital tract inflammation or infection [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ]. Patients who have had a gynecologic procedure within the last 30 days [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ].
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