Copper Histidinate
Generic Name: copper histidinate
Brand Names:
Zycubo
11 DESCRIPTION ZYCUBO (copper histidinate) for injection is a copper replacement product. The chemical name is copper, (L-histidinato-ϰ N ,ϰ N 3,ϰO)(L-histidinato-ϰ N ,ϰO)-, ( SP -5-14-C)-. The molecular formula is C 12 H 16 CuN 6 O 4 , and the molecular weight is 371.84 g/mol. Copper histidinate is soluble in water.
Overview
11 DESCRIPTION ZYCUBO (copper histidinate) for injection is a copper replacement product. The chemical name is copper, (L-histidinato-ϰ N ,ϰ N 3,ϰO)(L-histidinato-ϰ N ,ϰO)-, ( SP -5-14-C)-. The molecular formula is C 12 H 16 CuN 6 O 4 , and the molecular weight is 371.84 g/mol. Copper histidinate is soluble in water.
Uses
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE ZYCUBO is indicated for the treatment of Menkes disease in pediatric patients. ZYCUBO is a copper replacement product indicated for the treatment of Menkes disease in pediatric patients. ( 1 ) Limitations of Use ZYCUBO is not indicated for the treatment of Occipital Horn Syndrome. ( 1 ) Limitations of Use ZYCUBO is not indicated for the treatment of Occipital Horn Syndrome.
Dosage
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Before initiating ZYCUBO, obtain baseline serum copper and ceruloplasmin levels, serum electrolytes, kidney and liver function, and complete blood count. ( 2.1 ) The recommended dosage of ZYCUBO in pediatric patients: Less than 1 year of age is 1.45 mg twice daily (8-12 hours between injections). ( 2.2 ) 1 year of age to less than 17 years of age is 1.45 mg once daily. ( 2.2 ) Monitor serum copper and ceruloplasmin levels, serum electrolytes, kidney and liver function, and complete blood count (CBC). ( 2.3 ) Reconstitute ZYCUBO and administer subcutaneously. ( 2.4 , 2.6 ) See Full Prescribing Information for additional preparation, storage, and administration instructions.
Side Effects
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Copper Accumulation and Risk of Toxicity: Drug-Induced Kidney Injury, Liver Dysfunction, Hematological Abnormalities [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥7%) were pneumonia, viral infection, respiratory failure, seizure, bacterial infection, hemorrhage, hypotension, vomiting, tachycardia, pyrexia, volume depletion, fracture, dyspnea, transaminases elevation, diarrhea, fungal infection, anemia, and local administration reaction. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Sentynl Therapeutics, Inc. at 1-888-507-5206 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.
Warnings
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Copper Accumulation and Risk of Toxicity : Exogenous administration of copper with ZYCUBO may lead to further copper accumulation and has the potential to result in drug-induced kidney injury, liver dysfunction, and hematological abnormalities. Monitor patients during ZYCUBO treatment. Adjust dosage if necessary. ( 2.2 , 5.1 , 6.1 ) 5.1 Copper Accumulation and Risk of Toxicity Impaired copper transport in patients with Menkes disease can lead to copper accumulation and organ impairment in the kidneys, liver, and hematopoietic system. Treatment with ZYCUBO may lead to further copper accumulation and related toxicity, especially in the first two years of life given renal and hepatic immaturity. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None ( 4 )
Pregnancy
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary There are no available data on ZYCUBO use during pregnancy to evaluate for a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or other adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with ZYCUBO. The background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. All pregnancies have a background risk of birth defects, loss, or other adverse outcomes. In the U.S.
Storage
16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING How Supplied ZYCUBO (copper histidinate) for injection is supplied as a sterile, preservative-free, blue lyophilized powder or cake in a single-dose vial. Each vial contains 2.9 mg of copper histidinate (equivalent to 0.5 mg elemental copper).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Copper Histidinate used for?▼
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE ZYCUBO is indicated for the treatment of Menkes disease in pediatric patients. ZYCUBO is a copper replacement product indicated for the treatment of Menkes disease in pediatric patients. ( 1 ) Limitations of Use ZYCUBO is not indicated for the treatment of Occipital Horn Syndrome. ( 1 ) Limitations of Use ZYCUBO is not indicated for the treatment of Occipital Horn Syndrome.
What are the side effects of Copper Histidinate?▼
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Copper Accumulation and Risk of Toxicity: Drug-Induced Kidney Injury, Liver Dysfunction, Hematological Abnormalities [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥7%) were pneumonia, viral infection, respiratory failure, seizure, bacterial infection, hemorrhage, hypotension, vomiting, tachycardia, pyrexia, volume depletion, fracture, dyspnea, transaminases elevation, diarrhea, fungal infection, anemia, and local administration reaction. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Sentynl Therapeutics, Inc. at 1-888-507-5206 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.
Can I take Copper Histidinate during pregnancy?▼
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary There are no available data on ZYCUBO use during pregnancy to evaluate for a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or other adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with ZYCUBO. The background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. All pregnancies have a background risk of birth defects, loss, or other adverse outcomes. In the U.S.
What are the important warnings for Copper Histidinate?▼
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Copper Accumulation and Risk of Toxicity : Exogenous administration of copper with ZYCUBO may lead to further copper accumulation and has the potential to result in drug-induced kidney injury, liver dysfunction, and hematological abnormalities. Monitor patients during ZYCUBO treatment. Adjust dosage if necessary. ( 2.2 , 5.1 , 6.1 ) 5.1 Copper Accumulation and Risk of Toxicity Impaired copper transport in patients with Menkes disease can lead to copper accumulation and organ impairment in the kidneys, liver, and hematopoietic system. Treatment with ZYCUBO may lead to further copper accumulation and related toxicity, especially in the first two years of life given renal and hepatic immaturity. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None ( 4 )
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