Mebrofenin

FDA Drug Information • Also known as: Choletec

Brand Names: Choletec
Dosage Form: POWDER
Product Type: BULK INGREDIENT

Description

DESCRIPTION Each reaction vial contains a nonradioactive, sterile, nonpyrogenic mixture of 45 mg mebrofenin, 0.54 mg (minimum) stannous fluoride dihydrate, SnF 2

2H 2 O and 1.03 mg total tin, maximum (as stannous fluoride dihydrate, SnF 2

2H 2 O), not more than 5.2 mg methylparaben, and 0.58 mg propylparaben. The pH is adjusted with sodium hydroxide or hydrochloric acid prior to lyophilization. The contents of the vial are lyophilized and sealed under nitrogen at the time of manufacture. The pH of the reconstituted product is 4.2 to 5.7. The structure of mebrofenin (2,2’-[[2-[(3-Bromo-2,4,6-trimethylphenyl)-amino]-2-oxoethyl]imino] bisacetic acid) is shown below: When sterile, pyrogen-free sodium pertechnetate Tc 99m injection is added to the vial, the diagnostic agent Technetium Tc 99m Mebrofenin is formed for administration by intravenous injection. Choletec-struct

What Is Mebrofenin Used For?

INDICATIONS AND USAGE Technetium Tc 99m Mebrofenin is indicated as a hepatobiliary imaging agent.

Dosage and Administration

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION The suggested intravenous dose range of Technetium Tc 99m Mebrofenin in the average patient (70 kg) is: Nonjaundiced patient: 74-185 MBq (2-5 mCi) Patient with serum bilirubin level greater than 1.5 mg/dL: 111-370 MBq (3-10 mCi) The patient dose should be measured by a suitable radioactivity calibration system immediately prior to administration. The patient should be in a fasting state, 4 hours is preferable. False positives (non-visualization) may result if the gallbladder has been emptied by ingestion of food. An interval of at least 24 hours should be allowed before repeat examination. Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration whenever solution and container permit.

Side Effects (Adverse Reactions)

ADVERSE REACTIONS Urticaria and rash have been rarely reported with the use of Technetium Tc 99m Mebrofenin since market introduction. Rare cases of chills and nausea have been reported with related compounds. Infrequently, death has been reported in association with the use of this class of agents.

Warnings and Precautions

WARNINGS The theoretical possibility of allergic reactions should be considered in patients who receive multiple doses.

Contraindications

CONTRAINDICATIONS Hypersensitivity to this compound.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Pregnancy Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with Technetium Tc 99m Mebrofenin. It is also not known whether Technetium Tc 99m Mebrofenin can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or can affect reproductive capacity. Technetium Tc 99m Mebrofenin should be given to a pregnant woman only if the expected benefits to be gained clearly outweigh the potential hazards.

Nursing Mothers Technetium Tc 99m is excreted in human milk during lactation. Therefore, formula feedings should be substituted for breast feedings.

How Supplied

HOW SUPPLIED Choletec (Kit for the Preparation of Technetium Tc 99m Mebrofenin) is supplied in kits of 10 reaction vials. Each vial contains a sterile, nonpyrogenic lyophilized mixture of 45 mg mebrofenin, 0.54 mg (minimum) stannous fluoride dihydrate, SnF 2

2H 2 O and 1.03 mg total tin, maximum (as stannous fluoride dihydrate, SnF 2

2H 2 O), not more than 5.2 mg methylparaben, and 0.58 mg propylparaben. The pH has been adjusted with hydrochloric acid or sodium hydroxide prior to lyophilization. The lyophilized vial contents are sealed under nitrogen at the time of manufacture. The pH of the reconstituted product is 4.2 to 5.7. Kit Contents 10 sterile multidose reaction vials. 20 pressure-sensitive labels for Technetium Tc 99m Mebrofenin. 1 package insert. Preparation Preparation of Technetium Tc 99m Mebrofenin is done by the following aseptic procedure: Waterproof gloves should be worn during the preparation procedure. Place reaction vial in an appropriate lead shield. Swab the rubber closure of the reaction vial with a germicide. Inject 1 to 5 mL sterile additive free sodium pertechnetate Tc 99m injection containing up to 3700 MBq (100 mCi) Tc 99m into the reaction vial. Be sure to maintain a nitrogen atmosphere in the vial by not introducing air during reconstitution. NOTE: If sodium pertechnetate Tc 99m injection must be diluted for use with Choletec (Kit for the preparation of Technetium Tc 99m Mebrofenin), only preservative free Sodium Chloride Injection USP should be used. Secure the lead shield cover. Swirl the vial gently to mix contents and let stand for 15 minutes. Record the date and time of preparation on pressure-sensitive label. Affix pressure-sensitive label to shield. Examine vial contents. If the solution is not clear and free of particulate matter and discoloration on visual inspection, it should not be used. Measure the radioactivity by a suitable calibration system and record on the shield label prior to patient administration. Withdraw...

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