Idarubicin Hydrochloride
Generic Name: idarubicin hydrochloride
Brand Names:
Idamycin Pfs
11 DESCRIPTION IDAMYCIN PFS contains idarubicin hydrochloride, which is an anthracycline topoisomerase inhibitor. Chemically, idarubicin hydrochloride is 5, 12-Naphthacenedione, 9-acetyl-7-[(3-amino-2,3,6-trideoxy-α-L-lyxo-hexopyranosyl)oxy]-7,8,9,10-tetrahydro-6,9,11-trihydroxyhydrochloride, (7S- cis ). The structural formula is as follows: C 26 H 27 NO 9 ∙HCl M.W.
Overview
11 DESCRIPTION IDAMYCIN PFS contains idarubicin hydrochloride, which is an anthracycline topoisomerase inhibitor. Chemically, idarubicin hydrochloride is 5, 12-Naphthacenedione, 9-acetyl-7-[(3-amino-2,3,6-trideoxy-α-L-lyxo-hexopyranosyl)oxy]-7,8,9,10-tetrahydro-6,9,11-trihydroxyhydrochloride, (7S- cis ). The structural formula is as follows: C 26 H 27 NO 9 ∙HCl M.W.
Uses
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE IDAMYCIN PFS is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) as a component of a combination chemotherapy regimen. IDAMYCIN PFS is an anthracycline topoisomerase inhibitor indicated for the treatment of adult patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) as a component of a combination chemotherapy regimen. (1)
Dosage
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Induction Therapy • 12 mg/m 2 intravenously over 10 to 15 minutes on days 1, 2, and 3 of induction in combination with cytarabine 100 mg/m 2 by continuous intravenous infusion daily for 7 days or cytarabine 25 mg/m 2 intravenous bolus followed by cytarabine 200 mg/m 2 continuous intravenous infusion daily for 5 days. (2.1) • IDAMYCIN PFS can be given as part of a combination regimen with other chemotherapeutic drugs. (2.1) • Renal Impairment: Assess renal function prior to therapy. Reduce dosage in renal impairment. ( 2.3 , 8.6 ) • Hepatic Impairment: Assess hepatic function prior to therapy. Avoid or reduce dosage in hepatic impairment. ( 2.4 , 8.7 ) See full prescribing information for preparation and administration instructions.
Side Effects
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: • Cardiomyopathy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] • Secondary Malignancies [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] • Severe Local Tissue Necrosis with Extravasation [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] • Severe Myelosuppression [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] • Tumor Lysis Syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] • Hypersensitivity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] Most common adverse reactions (≥30%) are infection, nausea/vomiting, alopecia, abdominal pain/diarrhea, hemorrhage, mucositis, dermatologic, mental status changes, and pulmonary disorders.
Warnings
WARNING: CARDIOMYOPATHY, SECONDARY MALIGNANCIES, and EXTRAVASATION AND TISSUE NECROSIS • Cardiomyopathy: IDAMYCIN PFS can cause myocardial damage, including acute left ventricular failure, during or after termination of therapy. The risk of cardiomyopathy is increased in patients who have received prior anthracyclines or who have pre-existing cardiac disease. 5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Myelosuppression : Severe myelosuppression resulting in severe infection, septic shock, hemorrhage, or death may occur. Obtain complete blood counts prior to each treatment and closely monitor patients during treatment for possible clinical complications due to myelosuppression. (5.4) • Tumor Lysis Syndrome : During treatment, monitor blood chemistries and manage promptly. Treat as clinically indicated. (5.5) • Hypersensitivity : Monitor patients for hypersensitivity reactions and manage as clinically indicated. (5.6) • Renal Impairment : Assess renal function prior to and during treatment. Reduce the dose in patients on dialysis or those with GFR <30 mL/min. ( 2.3 , 5.7 , 8.6 ) • Hepatic Impairment : Obtain liver tests prior to and during therapy. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None. (4)
Pregnancy
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on findings from animal reproduction studies and its mechanism of action, IDAMYCIN PFS can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9) ] . There are no available data on the use of IDAMYCIN PFS in pregnant women to evaluate for a drug-associated risk. Idarubicin hydrochloride was embryotoxic and teratogenic in rats at doses of 1.2 mg/m 2 /day or 0.1 times the human dose. Idarubicin hydrochloride was embryotoxic but not teratogenic in rabbits at doses of 2.4 mg/m 2 /day or 0.2 times the human dose [see Data ] .
Storage
16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING How Supplied IDAMYCIN PFS (idarubicin hydrochloride) injection is a clear, orange-red, aqueous, preservative-free solution available as follows: Single-dose Cytosafe™ vials : Unit of Sale Concentration NDC 0013-2576-91 Carton of 1 Single-dose Vial 5 mg/5 mL (1 mg/mL) NDC 0013-2586-91 Carton of 1 Single-dose Vial 10 mg/10 mL (1 mg/mL) NDC 0013-2596-91 Carton of...
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idarubicin Hydrochloride used for?▼
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE IDAMYCIN PFS is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) as a component of a combination chemotherapy regimen. IDAMYCIN PFS is an anthracycline topoisomerase inhibitor indicated for the treatment of adult patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) as a component of a combination chemotherapy regimen. (1)
What are the side effects of Idarubicin Hydrochloride?▼
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: • Cardiomyopathy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] • Secondary Malignancies [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] • Severe Local Tissue Necrosis with Extravasation [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] • Severe Myelosuppression [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] • Tumor Lysis Syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] • Hypersensitivity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] Most common adverse reactions (≥30%) are infection, nausea/vomiting, alopecia, abdominal pain/diarrhea, hemorrhage, mucositis, dermatologic, mental status changes, and pulmonary disorders.
Can I take Idarubicin Hydrochloride during pregnancy?▼
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on findings from animal reproduction studies and its mechanism of action, IDAMYCIN PFS can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9) ] . There are no available data on the use of IDAMYCIN PFS in pregnant women to evaluate for a drug-associated risk. Idarubicin hydrochloride was embryotoxic and teratogenic in rats at doses of 1.2 mg/m 2 /day or 0.1 times the human dose. Idarubicin hydrochloride was embryotoxic but not teratogenic in rabbits at doses of 2.4 mg/m 2 /day or 0.2 times the human dose [see Data ] .
What are the important warnings for Idarubicin Hydrochloride?▼
WARNING: CARDIOMYOPATHY, SECONDARY MALIGNANCIES, and EXTRAVASATION AND TISSUE NECROSIS • Cardiomyopathy: IDAMYCIN PFS can cause myocardial damage, including acute left ventricular failure, during or after termination of therapy. The risk of cardiomyopathy is increased in patients who have received prior anthracyclines or who have pre-existing cardiac disease. 5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Myelosuppression : Severe myelosuppression resulting in severe infection, septic shock, hemorrhage, or death may occur. Obtain complete blood counts prior to each treatment and closely monitor patients during treatment for possible clinical complications due to myelosuppression. (5.4) • Tumor Lysis Syndrome : During treatment, monitor blood chemistries and manage promptly. Treat as clinically indicated. (5.5) • Hypersensitivity : Monitor patients for hypersensitivity reactions and manage as clinically indicated. (5.6) • Renal Impairment : Assess renal function prior to and during treatment. Reduce the dose in patients on dialysis or those with GFR <30 mL/min. ( 2.3 , 5.7 , 8.6 ) • Hepatic Impairment : Obtain liver tests prior to and during therapy. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None. (4)
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