Collagenase Clostridium Histolyticum

Generic Name: collagenase clostridium histolyticum

Over-the-Counter (OTC)

Brand Names:

Xiaflex

11 DESCRIPTION XIAFLEX contains purified collagenase clostridium histolyticum, consisting of two microbial collagenases in a defined mass ratio, Collagenase AUX-I and Collagenase AUX-II, which are isolated and purified from the fermentation of Clostridium histolyticum bacteria. Collagenase AUX-I is a single polypeptide chain consisting of approximately 1000 amino acids of known sequence. It has an observed molecular weight of 114 kiloDaltons (kDa).

Overview

11 DESCRIPTION XIAFLEX contains purified collagenase clostridium histolyticum, consisting of two microbial collagenases in a defined mass ratio, Collagenase AUX-I and Collagenase AUX-II, which are isolated and purified from the fermentation of Clostridium histolyticum bacteria. Collagenase AUX-I is a single polypeptide chain consisting of approximately 1000 amino acids of known sequence. It has an observed molecular weight of 114 kiloDaltons (kDa).

Uses

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE XIAFLEX is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with Dupuytren’s contracture with a palpable cord. XIAFLEX is indicated for the treatment of adult men with Peyronie’s disease with a palpable plaque and curvature deformity of at least 30 degrees at the start of therapy. XIAFLEX is a combination of bacterial collagenases indicated for: The treatment of adult patients with Dupuytren’s contracture with a palpable cord ( 1 ) The treatment of adult men with Peyronie’s disease with a palpable plaque and curvature deformity of at least 30 degrees at the start of therapy ( 1 )

Dosage

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Dupuytren’s Contracture ( 2.1 ) XIAFLEX should be administered by a healthcare provider experienced in injection procedures of the hand and in the treatment of Dupuytren’s contracture. Reconstitute XIAFLEX lyophilized powder with only the supplied diluent prior to use. Inject 0.58 mg of XIAFLEX into each palpable Dupuytren’s cord with a contracture of a metacarpophalangeal (MP) joint or a proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint according to the injection procedure. Up to two joints in the same hand may be treated during a treatment visit. ( 2.1 ) Approximately 24 to 72 hours following an injection, perform a finger extension procedure if a contracture persists.

Side Effects

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions in patients with Dupuytren’s contracture are discussed in greater detail elsewhere in the labeling: Tendon ruptures or other serious injury to the injected extremity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)] The following serious adverse reactions in patients with Peyronie’s disease are discussed in greater detail elsewhere in the labeling: Corporal rupture (penile fracture) and severe penile hematoma [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)] In other XIAFLEX-treated patients, a combination of penile ecchymoses or hematoma, sudden penile detumescence, and/or a penile “popping” sound or sensation was reported, and in these cases, a diagnosis of corporal rupture cannot be excluded [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)] Dupuytren’s Contracture (...

Interactions

7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Anticoagulant drugs: XIAFLEX should be used with caution in patients receiving concomitant anticoagulants (except for low-dose aspirin) [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5)] .

Warnings

WARNING: CORPORAL RUPTURE (PENILE FRACTURE) OR OTHER SERIOUS PENILE INJURY IN THE TREATMENT OF PEYRONIE’S DISEASE Corporal rupture (penile fracture) was reported as an adverse reaction in 5 of 1044 (0.5%) XIAFLEX-treated patients in clinical studies. 5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Tendon rupture or serious injury to the injected finger/hand: Avoid injecting XIAFLEX into tendons, nerves, blood vessels, or other collagen-containing structure of the hand. Injection into these structures may result in possible permanent injury, such as tendon rupture, ligament damage, or skin laceration. ( 5.1 ) Corporal rupture (penile fracture) or other serious injury to the penis: Avoid injecting into the urethra, nerves, blood vessels, corpora cavernosa or other collagen-containing structures of the penis. Injection into these structures may result in possible permanent injury such as corporal rupture (penile fracture). 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS XIAFLEX is contraindicated in: the treatment of Peyronie’s plaques that involve the penile urethra due to potential risk to this structure. patients with a history of hypersensitivity to XIAFLEX or to collagenase used in any other therapeutic application or application method [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)] .

Pregnancy

8.1 Pregnancy Pregnancy Category B There are no adequate and well-controlled studies of XIAFLEX in pregnant women. Because animal reproduction studies are not always predictive of human response, XIAFLEX should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Risk Summary Based on animal data, XIAFLEX is not predicted to increase the risk for major developmental abnormalities in humans. Human Data Human pharmacokinetic studies showed that XIAFLEX levels were not quantifiable in the systemic circulation following injection into a Dupuytren’s cord.

Storage

Storage and Stability Prior to reconstitution, the vials of XIAFLEX and diluent should be stored in a refrigerator at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F). [ see Dosage and Administration (2.1 , 2.2 )] . Do not freeze.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Collagenase Clostridium Histolyticum used for?

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE XIAFLEX is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with Dupuytren’s contracture with a palpable cord. XIAFLEX is indicated for the treatment of adult men with Peyronie’s disease with a palpable plaque and curvature deformity of at least 30 degrees at the start of therapy. XIAFLEX is a combination of bacterial collagenases indicated for: The treatment of adult patients with Dupuytren’s contracture with a palpable cord ( 1 ) The treatment of adult men with Peyronie’s disease with a palpable plaque and curvature deformity of at least 30 degrees at the start of therapy ( 1 )

What are the side effects of Collagenase Clostridium Histolyticum?

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions in patients with Dupuytren’s contracture are discussed in greater detail elsewhere in the labeling: Tendon ruptures or other serious injury to the injected extremity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)] The following serious adverse reactions in patients with Peyronie’s disease are discussed in greater detail elsewhere in the labeling: Corporal rupture (penile fracture) and severe penile hematoma [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)] In other XIAFLEX-treated patients, a combination of penile ecchymoses or hematoma, sudden penile detumescence, and/or a penile “popping” sound or sensation was reported, and in these cases, a diagnosis of corporal rupture cannot be excluded [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)] Dupuytren’s Contracture (...

Can I take Collagenase Clostridium Histolyticum during pregnancy?

8.1 Pregnancy Pregnancy Category B There are no adequate and well-controlled studies of XIAFLEX in pregnant women. Because animal reproduction studies are not always predictive of human response, XIAFLEX should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Risk Summary Based on animal data, XIAFLEX is not predicted to increase the risk for major developmental abnormalities in humans. Human Data Human pharmacokinetic studies showed that XIAFLEX levels were not quantifiable in the systemic circulation following injection into a Dupuytren’s cord.

What are the important warnings for Collagenase Clostridium Histolyticum?

WARNING: CORPORAL RUPTURE (PENILE FRACTURE) OR OTHER SERIOUS PENILE INJURY IN THE TREATMENT OF PEYRONIE’S DISEASE Corporal rupture (penile fracture) was reported as an adverse reaction in 5 of 1044 (0.5%) XIAFLEX-treated patients in clinical studies. 5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Tendon rupture or serious injury to the injected finger/hand: Avoid injecting XIAFLEX into tendons, nerves, blood vessels, or other collagen-containing structure of the hand. Injection into these structures may result in possible permanent injury, such as tendon rupture, ligament damage, or skin laceration. ( 5.1 ) Corporal rupture (penile fracture) or other serious injury to the penis: Avoid injecting into the urethra, nerves, blood vessels, corpora cavernosa or other collagen-containing structures of the penis. Injection into these structures may result in possible permanent injury such as corporal rupture (penile fracture). 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS XIAFLEX is contraindicated in: the treatment of Peyronie’s plaques that involve the penile urethra due to potential risk to this structure. patients with a history of hypersensitivity to XIAFLEX or to collagenase used in any other therapeutic application or application method [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)] .

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