Gemcitabine Intravesical

Generic Name: gemcitabine intravesical

Nucleoside Metabolic Inhibitor [EPC]Over-the-Counter (OTC)

Brand Names:

Inlexzo

11 DESCRIPTION INLEXZO contains gemcitabine hydrochloride, a nucleoside metabolic inhibitor. Gemcitabine hydrochloride is 2'-deoxy-2',2'- difluorocytidine monohydrochloride (β-isomer) with a molecular formula of C9H11F2N3O4 ∙ HCl, and a molecular weight of 299.66. The structural formula is: INLEXZO is a sterile, non-resorbable intravesical system containing the equivalent of 225 mg gemcitabine (present as 256.3 mg of gemcitabine hydrochloride).

Overview

11 DESCRIPTION INLEXZO contains gemcitabine hydrochloride, a nucleoside metabolic inhibitor. Gemcitabine hydrochloride is 2'-deoxy-2',2'- difluorocytidine monohydrochloride (β-isomer) with a molecular formula of C9H11F2N3O4 ∙ HCl, and a molecular weight of 299.66. The structural formula is: INLEXZO is a sterile, non-resorbable intravesical system containing the equivalent of 225 mg gemcitabine (present as 256.3 mg of gemcitabine hydrochloride).

Uses

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE INLEXZO is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG)-unresponsive, non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) with carcinoma in situ (CIS), with or without papillary tumors. INLEXZO is a nucleoside metabolic inhibitor-containing intravesical system, indicated for the treatment of adult patients with Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG)-unresponsive, non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) with carcinoma in situ (CIS) with or without papillary tumors. ( 1 )

Dosage

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION For Intravesical Administration Only Insert INLEXZO (225 mg of gemcitabine) into the bladder once every 3 weeks up to 6 months (8 doses), followed by once every 12 weeks (6 doses). ( 2.2 ) Insert into the bladder using the co-packaged urinary catheter and stylet only. ( 2.1 ) Remove INLEXZO after each 3-week indwelling period. ( 2.2 ) See Full Prescribing Information and Instructions for Use for insertion and removal procedures. ( 2.3 ) 2.1 Important Administration Instructions Administer INLEXZO intravesically only. Do NOT administer by any other route. INLEXZO is co-packaged with a urinary catheter and stylet used to insert INLEXZO through the urinary catheter into the bladder. Administer using the co-packaged urinary catheter and stylet only.

Side Effects

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The most common (>15%) adverse reactions, including laboratory abnormalities, are urinary frequency, urinary tract infection, dysuria, micturition urgency, decreased hemoglobin, increased lipase, urinary tract pain, decreased lymphocytes, hematuria, increased creatinine, increased potassium, increased AST, decreased sodium, bladder irritation, and increased ALT. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Janssen Biotech, Inc. at 1-800-526-7736 (1-800-JANSSEN) or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Warnings

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Risks in Patients with Perforated Bladder : Evaluate the bladder before the intravesical insertion of INLEXZO. Do not administer to patients with a perforated bladder or in whom the integrity of the bladder mucosa has been compromised. ( 4 , 5.1 ) Risk of Metastatic Bladder Cancer with Delayed Cystectomy : Delaying cystectomy can lead to the development of metastatic bladder cancer, which can be lethal. ( 5.2 ) Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Safety : INLEXZO can only be safely scanned with MRI under certain conditions. ( 5.3 ) Embryo-Fetal Toxicity : Can cause fetal harm. Advise patients of the potential risk to a fetus and to use effective contraception. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS INLEXZO is contraindicated in patients with: Perforation of the bladder [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . Prior hypersensitivity reactions to gemcitabine or any component of the product. Perforation of the bladder ( 4 , 5.1 ) Prior hypersensitivity reaction to gemcitabine or any component of the product ( 4 )

Pregnancy

8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on animal data and its mechanism of action, INLEXZO can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman if systemic exposure occurs [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.1) ] . There are no available data on the use of INLEXZO in pregnant women to inform a drug-associated risk. In animal reproduction studies, systemic administration of gemcitabine was teratogenic, embryotoxic, and fetotoxic in mice and rabbits (see Data ) . Advise pregnant women and females of reproductive potential of the potential risk to a fetus. In the U.S.

Storage

Storage Store in the original carton at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F); with excursions permitted between 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature] . Handling INLEXZO is a hazardous drug. Follow applicable special handling and disposal procedures. 1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gemcitabine Intravesical used for?

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE INLEXZO is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG)-unresponsive, non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) with carcinoma in situ (CIS), with or without papillary tumors. INLEXZO is a nucleoside metabolic inhibitor-containing intravesical system, indicated for the treatment of adult patients with Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG)-unresponsive, non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) with carcinoma in situ (CIS) with or without papillary tumors. ( 1 )

What are the side effects of Gemcitabine Intravesical?

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The most common (>15%) adverse reactions, including laboratory abnormalities, are urinary frequency, urinary tract infection, dysuria, micturition urgency, decreased hemoglobin, increased lipase, urinary tract pain, decreased lymphocytes, hematuria, increased creatinine, increased potassium, increased AST, decreased sodium, bladder irritation, and increased ALT. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Janssen Biotech, Inc. at 1-800-526-7736 (1-800-JANSSEN) or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Can I take Gemcitabine Intravesical during pregnancy?

8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on animal data and its mechanism of action, INLEXZO can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman if systemic exposure occurs [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.1) ] . There are no available data on the use of INLEXZO in pregnant women to inform a drug-associated risk. In animal reproduction studies, systemic administration of gemcitabine was teratogenic, embryotoxic, and fetotoxic in mice and rabbits (see Data ) . Advise pregnant women and females of reproductive potential of the potential risk to a fetus. In the U.S.

What are the important warnings for Gemcitabine Intravesical?

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Risks in Patients with Perforated Bladder : Evaluate the bladder before the intravesical insertion of INLEXZO. Do not administer to patients with a perforated bladder or in whom the integrity of the bladder mucosa has been compromised. ( 4 , 5.1 ) Risk of Metastatic Bladder Cancer with Delayed Cystectomy : Delaying cystectomy can lead to the development of metastatic bladder cancer, which can be lethal. ( 5.2 ) Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Safety : INLEXZO can only be safely scanned with MRI under certain conditions. ( 5.3 ) Embryo-Fetal Toxicity : Can cause fetal harm. Advise patients of the potential risk to a fetus and to use effective contraception. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS INLEXZO is contraindicated in patients with: Perforation of the bladder [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . Prior hypersensitivity reactions to gemcitabine or any component of the product. Perforation of the bladder ( 4 , 5.1 ) Prior hypersensitivity reaction to gemcitabine or any component of the product ( 4 )

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