Pafolacianine

FDA label, On Target Laboratories, Inc., intravenous, effective 2026-04-01. Full label on DailyMed

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Non-fluorescing tissue in the surgical field does not rule out the presence of ovarian cancer or lesions in the lung [see Clinical Studies] . Fluorescence may be seen in normal tissues including bowel, kidneys, lymph nodes, and lungs as well as in inflamed tissues. 5.3 Embryo-Fetal Toxicity Based on its mechanism of action, CYTALUX may cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman.

Non-fluorescing tissue in the surgical field does not rule out the presence of ovarian cancer or lesions in the lung [see Clinical Studies] . Fluorescence may be seen in normal tissues including bowel, kidneys, lymph nodes, and lungs as well as in inflamed tissues. 5.3 Embryo-Fetal Toxicity Based on its mechanism of action, CYTALUX may cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman.

Preparation and administration

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Recommended Testing, Evaluations and Premedications Prior to Administration of CYTALUX Obtain a pregnancy test in females of reproductive potential and verify the absence of pregnancy prior to administration of CYTALUX [ see Warnings and Precautions and Use in Specific Populations ( 8.1 , 8.3 ) ]. Discontinue folate, folic acid, or folate containing supplements 48 hours before administration of CYTALUX [ see Drug Interactions ].

Consider administering antihistamines and/or anti-nausea medication for prophylaxis against infusion related reactions [ see Warnings and Precautions ].

Recommended Dosage and Administration Adult Patients with Ovarian Cancer The recommended dose of CYTALUX is a single intravenous infusion of 0.025 mg/kg diluted in 250 mL of 5% Dextrose Injection, administered over 60 minutes using a dedicated infusion line, 1 hour to 9 hours prior to surgery. Adult Patients with Known or Suspected Cancer in the Lung The recommended dose of CYTALUX is a single intravenous infusion of 0.025 mg/kg diluted in 250 mL of 5% Dextrose Injection, administered over 60 minutes using a dedicated infusion line, 1 hour to 24 hours prior to surgery.

Preparation and Storage Instructions Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration whenever solution and container permit. 1. Use aseptic technique for the preparation of CYTALUX infusion solution. 2. Only use 5% Dextrose Injection for dilution. Do not use other diluents due to incompatibility [see Warnings and Precautions] . 3.

CYTALUX vials should be stored and thawed in the original carton protected from light. Remove carton containing one single vial of CYTALUX from freezer and record the date, time and thawing condition on the carton. Thaw at room temperature between 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) for at least 60 minutes or under refrigerated conditions between 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) for at least 6 hours.

When thawed under refrigerated conditions, allow the vial to stand at room temperature for 15 minutes before dilution. Once thawed, an individual CYTALUX vial may be stored at room temperature between 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) for a maximum single period of 24 hours or under refrigerated conditions between 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) for a maximum single period of up to 30 days, prior to preparation for infusion.

If CYTALUX vial is not used within the maximum single period at either room temperature or under refrigerated conditions, the vial may be refrozen up to three times. If the vial has been thawed after the third refreeze, it must be used. If not used after the third refreeze, do not use and discard the vial. Each vial of CYTALUX may be penetrated only once at the time of preparation of infusion solution.

Once penetrated, the vial may not be refrozen. 4. Hand shake or vortex the thawed CYTALUX vial for 60 seconds. 5. Withdraw the calculated volume of CYTALUX for a dose of 0.025 mg/kg. Discard any unused portion in the vial. 6. Add into a 250 mL of 5% Dextrose Injection, USP bag. 7. Gently swirl the bag by hand for 1 minute to mix the solution. 8.

Visually inspect the infusion bag. The solution should be light blue/green to clear in color and should not contain any visible particulate matter. 9. Protect the infusion bag from light using a light-blocking cover during infusion and storage. 10. If not immediately used, store the diluted CYTALUX infusion solution in a refrigerator at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) for not more than 24 hours.

Once the bag is removed from refrigeration, infusion must be completed within 3 hours.

Management of Infusion-Related Reactions If the patient develops an infusion reaction during administration, interrupt the infusion and treat with antihistamines and/or anti-nausea medication as necessary, based on clinical decision. Complete the infusion within 3 hours of the start of the initial administration [ see Warnings and Precautions ].

Recommended Testing, Evaluations and Premedications Prior to Administration of CYTALUX Obtain a pregnancy test in females of reproductive potential and verify the absence of pregnancy prior to administration of CYTALUX [ see Warnings and Precautions and Use in Specific Populations ( 8.1 , 8.3 ) ]. Discontinue folate, folic acid, or folate containing supplements 48 hours before administration of CYTALUX [ see Drug Interactions ].

Consider administering antihistamines and/or anti-nausea medication for prophylaxis against infusion related reactions [ see Warnings and Precautions ].

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Use of folate, folic acid, or folate-containing supplements may reduce binding of pafolacianine to folate receptors and could reduce the detection of lesions with CYTALUX. Avoid administration of folate, folic acid, or folate-containing supplements within 48 hours before administration of CYTALUX [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.1) ]. Folate Supplements: Avoid folate, folic acid, or folate-containing supplements within 48 hours before administration of CYTALUX. (7) See 17 for PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION.

Contraindications

None. None. (4)

Safety data

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