HIGHLIGHTS OF PRESCRIBING INFORMATION
These highlights do not include all the information needed to use VISTOGARD safely and effectively. See full prescribing information for VISTOGARD. VISTOGARD - ® (uridine triacetate ...
These highlights do not include all the information needed to use VISTOGARD safely and effectively. See full prescribing information for VISTOGARD.
VISTOGARD ® (uridine triacetate) oral granules
Initial U.S. Approval: 2015
INDICATIONS AND USAGE
VISTOGARD® is a pyrimidine analog indicated for the emergency treatment of adult and pediatric patients:
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following a fluorouracil or capecitabine overdose regardless of the presence of symptoms, or
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who exhibit early-onset, severe or life-threatening toxicity affecting the cardiac or central nervous system, and/or early-onset, unusually severe adverse reactions (e.g., gastrointestinal toxicity and/or neutropenia) within 96 hours following the end of fluorouracil or capecitabine administration. (1)
Limitations of use:
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VISTOGARD is not recommended for the non-emergent treatment of adverse reactions associated with fluorouracil or capecitabine because it may diminish the efficacy of these drugs. (1)
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The safety and efficacy of VISTOGARD initiated more than 96 hours following the end of fluorouracil or capecitabine administration have not been established. (1)
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
Recommended Dosage
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Adults: 10 grams (1 packet) orally every 6 hours for 20 doses, without regard to meals. (2.1)
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Pediatric: 6.2 grams/m2 of body surface area (not to exceed 10 grams per dose) orally every 6 hours for 20 doses, without regard to meals. See the full prescribing information for body surface area-based dosing. (2.1)
Preparation and Administration
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Pediatric: Measure the dose using either a scale accurate to at least 0.1 gram, or a graduated teaspoon accurate to ¼ teaspoon. (2.1)
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Mix each VISTOGARD dose with 3 to 4 ounces of soft foods such as applesauce, pudding or yogurt and ingest within 30 minutes of mixing. Do not chew the VISTOGARD granules. Drink at least 4 ounces of water. (2.2)
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If a patient vomits within 2 hours of taking a dose of VISTOGARD, initiate another complete dose as soon as possible after the vomiting episode. Administer the next dose at the regularly scheduled time. (2.2)
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If a patient misses a dose at the scheduled time, administer that dose of VISTOGARD as soon as possible. Administer the next dose at the regularly scheduled time. (2.2)
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Administer VISTOGARD via a nasogastric tube (NG tube) or gastrostomy tube (G-Tube) when necessary (e.g., severe mucositis or coma). (2.2)
DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS
Oral granules: 10 gram packets (3)
CONTRAINDICATIONS
None. (4)
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
None. (5)
ADVERSE REACTIONS
Adverse reactions occurring in >2% of patients receiving VISTOGARD included vomiting, nausea, and diarrhea. (6)
To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Wellstat Therapeutics Corporation at (1-800-914-0071) or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.
See 17 for PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION and FDA-approved patient labeling.
Revised: 2/2017
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