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Aqneursa (Levacetylleucine) is a medication supplied as a granule, for suspension.

Levacetylleucine · by Intrabio

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Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated June 7, 2026·How we rate
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Key facts

Active ingredient
Levacetylleucine
Form
Powder
Strength
Levacetylleucine 1GM/PACKET
Type
Prescription (Rx)
Brand or generic
Brand-name
Manufacturer
Intrabio
FDA application
NDA219132

What is Aqneursa?

From the FDA label:AQNEURSA (levacetylleucine) for oral suspension contains the drug substance levacetylleucine, a modified amino acid. Levacetylleucine is slightly soluble in aqueous solutions. The chemical name is 2-acetamido-4-methylpentanoic acid. The empirical formula is C 8 H 15 NO 3 and the molecular weight is 173.21. The chemical structure is: Each packet of AQNEURSA granules contains 1 gram levacetylleucine and the inactive ingredients hypromellose, isomalt and strawberry flavor. 2-acetamido-4-methylpentanoic acid

How to use

For females of reproductive potential, verify that the patient is not pregnant prior to initiating treatment. ( 2.1 ) • Recommended dosage ( 2.2 ) Patient Body Weight Morning Dose Afternoon Dose Evening Dose 15 to <25 kg 1 g No Dose 1 g 25 to <35 kg 1 g 1 g 1 g 35 kg or more 2 g 1 g 1 g • See the full prescribing information for administration instructions. ( 2.3 ) 2.1 Important Recommendation Prior to AQNEURSA Treatment Initiation For females of reproductive potential, verify that the patient is not pregnant [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.1 , 8.3 )]. 2.2 Recommended Dosage The recommended dosage of AQNEURSA is based on the patient’s actual body weight (kg) to be administered orally up to three times daily. See Table 1 . AQNEURSA can be taken with or without food [see Clinical Studies ( 14 )] . For 2 gram levacetylleucine doses, prepare two AQNEURSA packets individually [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.3 )] . Table 1 Recommended Dosage of Levacetylleucine Based on Body Weight (kg) Patient’s Body Weight Morning Dose Afternoon Dose Evening Dose 15 kg to less than 25 kg 1 gram No Dose 1 gram 25 kg to less than 35 kg 1 gram 1 gram 1 gram 35 kg or more 2 gram 1 gram 1 gram One AQNEURSA packet contains 1 gram levacetylleucine. Missed Dose If a dose of AQNEURSA is missed, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the scheduled time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time…

Side effects

Most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥5% and greater than placebo) are abdominal pain, dysphagia, upper respiratory tract infections, and vomiting. ( 6 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact IntraBio Inc. at 1-833-306-9677 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch . 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. The safety of AQNEURSA was evaluated in Trial 1, which included a total of 60 patients with Niemann-Pick disease Type C (NPC), in a placebo-controlled, randomized, crossover trial [see Clinical Studies ( 14 )] . The mean (SD) treatment duration of AQNEURSA was 86.2 (4.7) days (69 min, 97 max); the mean (SD) treatment duration on placebo was 87.3 (4.8) days (78 min, 113 max). Table 2 summarizes adverse reactions that occurred in patients who were treated with AQNEURSA in Treatment Period I of Trial 1. Table 2 Adverse Reactions that Occurred in Adult and Pediatric Patients with NPC at an Incidence of ≥5% in Treatment Period I of Trial 1 Adverse Reaction AQNEURSA N=30 n (%) Placebo N=30 n (%) Upper respiratory tract infection 5 (17) 1 (3) Abdominal pain 2 (7) 0 (0) Dysphagia 2 (7) 0 (0) Vomiting 2 (7) 0 (0)…

Warnings

Important safety information

Embryo-Fetal Toxicity : May cause fetal harm. Advise females of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment and for 7 days after the last dose if AQNEURSA is discontinued. ( 5.1 ) 5.1 Embryo-Fetal Toxicity Based on findings from animal reproduction studies, AQNEURSA may cause embryo-fetal harm when administered during pregnancy. Administration of levacetylleucine to pregnant rats and rabbits during the period of organogenesis caused an increase in embryo-fetal death (post implantation loss/resorption) and skeletal malformations at a dose that was approximately 1.4-fold and 6-fold, respectively, the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) of 4 g/day of levacetylleucine (based on body surface area). The decision to continue or discontinue AQNEURSA treatment during pregnancy should consider the female’s need for AQNEURSA, the potential drug-related risks to the fetus, and the potential adverse outcomes from untreated maternal disease. For females of reproductive potential, verify that the patient is not pregnant prior to initiating treatment with AQNEURSA. Advise females of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with AQNEURSA and for 7 days after the last dose if AQNEURSA is discontinued [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.1 , 8.3 )].

Who should not take Aqneursa

None. None. ( 4 )

Interactions

N-acetyl-DL-leucine or N-acetyl-D-leucine : Avoid concomitant use with AQNEURSA. ( 7.1 ) • P-glycoprotein (P-gp) Transporter Substrates : Monitor for adverse reactions if used with AQNEURSA. ( 7.2 ) 7.1 Effect of Other Drugs on AQNEURSA N-acetyl-DL-leucine and N-acetyl-D-leucine Avoid concomitant use of AQNEURSA with N-acetyl-DL-leucine and N-acetyl-D-leucine. The D-enantiomer, N-acetyl-D-leucine, competes with levacetylleucine for monocarboxylate transporter uptake, which may reduce the levacetylleucine efficacy. 7.2 Effect of AQNEURSA on Other Drugs P-glycoprotein (P-gp) Transporter Substrates Monitor more frequently for P-gp substrate related adverse reactions when used concomitantly with AQNEURSA. Levacetylleucine inhibits P-gp [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . However, the clinical significance of this finding has not been fully characterized.

Storing Aqneursa, and how long it keeps

Quoted from this product’s own FDA label. Storage belongs to the product and its device, not to the drug in general — a pen and a tablet of the same medicine are kept completely differently.

  • Store AQNEURSA at room temperature between 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F); excursion permitted between 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].

Dosage forms

Powder

The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.

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Frequently asked questions

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Who makes Aqneursa?
Aqneursa is marketed by Intrabio. You can see Intrabio's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
Is Aqneursa a brand-name or generic drug?
Aqneursa is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Levacetylleucine.
Is Aqneursa available over the counter?
No. Aqneursa is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.
What forms does Aqneursa come in?
Aqneursa is currently marketed as powder, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
Is Aqneursa FDA-registered?
Aqneursa is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA219132. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
Is Aqneursa safe?
There's no single safe-or-not verdict, and we don't yet have a composite recall-safety score for Aqneursa. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings below, and always consult a licensed professional.
What are the side effects of Aqneursa?
Aqneursa's side effects are taken directly from its FDA label. From the label: Most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥5% and greater than placebo) are abdominal pain, dysphagia, upper respiratory tract infections, and vomiting. ( 6 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact IntraBio Inc. at 1-833-306-9677 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch .… Both common and serious reactions are documented in full on this page. This is general reference from the FDA, not medical advice — always consult a professional.

Clinical content sourced from the FDA label via openFDA (U.S. FDA). View the FDA label on DailyMed → Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.

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