elucirem
Pharmaranks rates Elucirem 3.5/5 for recall safety — an independent score from its FDA recall history and its manufacturer's record. Elucirem (Gadopiclenol) is a medication supplied as an injection.
Gadopiclenol · by Guerbet
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Key facts
- Active ingredient
- Gadopiclenol
- Form
- Injectable
- Strength
- Gadopiclenol 1.4553GM/3ML (485.1MG/ML) · Gadopiclenol 14.553GM/30ML (485.1MG/ML) · Gadopiclenol 24.255GM/50ML (485.1MG/ML) · Gadopiclenol 3.63825GM/7.5ML (485.1MG/ML) · Gadopiclenol 4.851GM/10ML (485.1MG/ML) · Gadopiclenol 48.51GM/100ML (485.1MG/ML) · Gadopiclenol 7.2765GM/15ML (485.1MG/ML)
- Type
- Prescription (Rx)
- Brand or generic
- Brand-name
- Manufacturer
- Guerbet
- FDA application
- NDA216986
- FDA boxed warning
- Yes — see the boxed warning
What is Elucirem?
From the FDA label:Vueway (gadopiclenol) injection is a paramagnetic macrocyclic non-ionic gadolinium-based contrast agent for intravenous use. The chemical name for gadopiclenol is rac- [(2R,2'Ξ,2''Ξ)-2,2',2''-(3,6,9-triaza-κ 3 N 3 ,N 6 ,N 9 -1(2,6)-pyridina-κN 1 -cyclodecaphane-3,6,9-triyl)tris(5-{[(2Ξ)-2,3-dihydroxypropyl]amino}-5-oxopentanoato-κ 3 O 1 ,O 1 ',O 1 '')(3−)]gadolinium with a molecular weight of 970.11 g/mol and a molecular formula of C 35 H 54 GdN 7 O 15 . Vueway is a sterile, nonpyrogenic, clear, colorless to yellow aqueous solution. Each mL contains 485.1 mg (0.5 mmol) of gadopiclenol (containing 0.5 mmol of gadolinium) and the following inactive ingredients: 0.404 mg tetraxetan, 1.211 mg trometamol, hydrochloric acid and/or sodium hydroxide (for pH adjustment, if needed), and water for injection. The main physicochemical properties of Vueway are provided in Table 2 . Table 2. Physiochemical properties of Vueway Parameter Value Density at 20°C 1.211 g/cm 3 Mean viscosity at 20°C 12.6 mPa.s Mean viscosity at 37°C 7.6 mPa.s Osmolality at 37°C 850 mOsm/kg water pH 7.0 - 7.8 Gadopiclenol Structure
How to use
The recommended dose for adult and pediatric patients, including term neonates, is 0.05 mmol/kg actual body weight (equivalent to 0.1 mL/kg) administered intravenously at approximately 2 mL/sec. ( 2.1 ) 2.1 Recommended Dosage The recommended dose of Vueway for adult and pediatric patients, including term neonates, is 0.05 mmol/kg actual body weight (equivalent to 0.1 mL/kg) administered intravenously. 2.2 Administration and Imaging Instructions Administer Vueway as an intravenous bolus injection, manually or by compatible power injector, at approximately 2 mL/sec followed by a flush of 0.9% sodium chloride injection. For pediatric patients, adjust the flow rate and flush volume based on age. Use aseptic technique for all handling and administration of Vueway. Visually inspect Vueway for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration. Do not use the solution if any particulate matter is present or the solution is discolored. Do not mix with other medications because of the potential for chemical incompatibility. Prime intravenous line before use. Contrast MRI can begin immediately following the injection of Vueway. 2.3 Directions for Use of Single-Dose Vial and Pre-filled Syringe Vial Pierce the rubber stopper only once. Aseptically draw up Vueway into a disposable syringe and use immediately. If solidification occurs in the vial due to cold exposure, bring the…
Side effects
The following clinically significant adverse reactions are discussed elsewhere in labeling: Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Contraindications ( 4 ) and Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] Most common adverse reactions (incidence >0.2%) are injection site pain, headache, nausea, injection site warmth and coldness, dizziness, localized swelling, and erythema. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS contact Bracco Diagnostics Inc. at 1-800-257-5181 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 clinical practice. The safety of Vueway was evaluated in 1,083 patients who received Vueway at doses ranging from 0.025 mmol/kg (one half the recommended dose) to 0.3 mmol/kg (six times the recommended dose). A total of 744 patients (including 116 pediatric patients) received the recommended dose of 0.05 mmol/kg. Among patients who received the recommended dose, the average age was 49 years (range from less than one month to 88 years) and 55% were female. The race distribution was 80% White, 10% Asian, 6% American Indian or Alaska…
FDA Boxed Warning (the FDA’s most serious warning)
Boxed (black-box) warning — from the FDA label
RISK ASSOCIATED WITH INTRATHECAL USE and NEPHROGENIC SYSTEMIC FIBROSIS Risk Associated with Intrathecal Use Intrathecal administration of gadolinium-based contrast agents (GBCAs) can cause serious adverse reactions including death, coma, encephalopathy, and seizures. Vueway is not approved for intrathecal use [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis GBCAs increase the risk for nephrogenic systemic fibrosis (NSF) among patients with impaired elimination of the drugs. Avoid use of Vueway in these patients unless the diagnostic information is essential and not available with non-contrasted MRI or other modalities. NSF may result in fatal or debilitating fibrosis affecting the skin, muscle and internal organs. The risk for NSF appears highest among patients with: Chronic, severe kidney disease (GFR < 30 mL/min/1.73 m 2 ), or Acute kidney injury. Screen patients for acute kidney injury and other conditions that may reduce renal function. For patients at risk for chronically reduced renal function (e.g. age > 60 years, hypertension, diabetes), estimate the glomerular filtration rate (GFR) through laboratory testing. For patients at highest risk for NSF, do not exceed the recommended Vueway dose and allow a sufficient period of time for elimination of the drug from the body prior to any re-administration [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] . WARNING: RISK ASSOCIATED WITH INTRATHECAL USE and NEPHROGENIC SYSTEMIC FIBROSIS See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning Intrathecal administration of gadolinium-based contrast agents (GBCAs) can cause serious adverse reactions including death, coma, encephalopathy, and seizures. Vueway is not approved for intrathecal use. ( 5.1 ) GBCAs increase the risk for nephrogenic systemic fibrosis (NSF) among patients with impaired elimination of the drugs. Avoid use of Vueway in these patients unless the diagnostic information is essential and not available with non-contrasted MRI or other modalities. The risk for NSF appears highest among patients with: Chronic, severe kidney disease (GFR <30 mL/min/1.73 m 2 ), or Acute kidney injury. Screen patients for acute kidney injury and other conditions that may reduce renal function. For patients at risk for chronically reduced renal function (for example, age >60 years, hypertension or diabetes), estimate the glomerular filtration rate (GFR) through laboratory testing. ( 5.2 )
Warnings
Important safety information
Hypersensitivity Reactions: Serious hypersensitivity reactions have occurred with GBCAs. Monitor patients closely for need of emergency cardiorespiratory support. ( 5.3 ) Gadolinium Retention: Gadolinium is retained for months or years in brain, bone, and other organs. ( 5.4 ) 5.1 Risk Associated with Intrathecal Use Intrathecal administration of GBCAs can cause serious adverse reactions including death, coma, encephalopathy, and seizures. The safety and effectiveness of Vueway have not been established with intrathecal use. Vueway is not approved for intrathecal use [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.1 )] . 5.2 Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis GBCAs increase the risk for nephrogenic systemic fibrosis (NSF) among patients with impaired elimination of the drugs. Avoid use of Vueway among these patients unless the diagnostic information is essential and not available with non-contrast MRI or other modalities. The GBCA-associated NSF risk appears highest for patients with chronic, severe kidney disease (GFR <30 mL/min/1.73 m 2 ) as well as patients with acute kidney injury. The risk appears lower for patients with chronic, moderate kidney disease (GFR 30-59 mL/min/1.73 m 2 ) and little, if any, for patients with chronic, mild kidney disease (GFR 60-89 mL/min/1.73 m 2 ). NSF may result in fatal or debilitating fibrosis affecting the skin, muscle, and internal organs. Report any diagnosis of NSF following Vueway administration to Bracco Diagnostics Inc. (1-800-257-5181) or FDA (1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch ). Screen patients for acute kidney injury and other conditions that may reduce renal function. Features of acute kidney injury consist of rapid (over hours to days) and usually reversible decrease in kidney function, commonly in the setting of surgery, severe infection, injury or drug-induced kidney toxicity. Serum creatinine levels and estimated GFR may not reliably assess renal function in the setting of acute kidney injury. For patients at risk for chronically reduced renal function (e.g., age >60 years, diabetes mellitus or chronic hypertension), estimate the GFR through laboratory testing. Among the factors that may increase the risk for NSF are repeated or higher than recommended doses of a GBCA and the degree of renal impairment at the time of exposure. Record the specific GBCA and the dose administered to a patient. For patients at highest risk for NSF, do not exceed the recommended Vueway dose and allow a sufficient period of time for elimination of the drug prior to re-administration. For patients receiving hemodialysis, physicians may consider the prompt initiation of hemodialysis following the administration of a GBCA in order to enhance the contrast agent’s elimination [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.6 ) and Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )]. The usefulness of hemodialysis in the prevention of NSF is unknown. 5.3 Hypersensitivity Reactions With GBCAs, serious hypersensitivity reactions have occurred. In most cases, initial symptoms occurred within minutes of GBCA administration and resolved with prompt emergency treatment. Before Vueway administration, assess all patients for any history of a reaction to contrast media, bronchial asthma and/or allergic disorders. These patients may have an increased risk for a hypersensitivity reaction to Vueway. Vueway is contraindicated in patients with history of hypersensitivity reactions to Vueway [see Contraindications ( 4 )] . Administer Vueway only in situations where trained personnel and therapies are promptly available for the treatment of hypersensitivity reactions, including personnel trained in resuscitation. During and following Vueway administration, observe patients for signs and symptoms of hypersensitivity reactions. 5.4 Gadolinium Retention Gadolinium is retained for months or years in several organs. The highest concentrations (nanomoles per gram of tissue) have been identified in the bone, followed by other organs (e.g. brain, skin, kidney, liver, and spleen). The duration of retention also varies by tissue and is longest in bone. Linear GBCAs cause more retention than macrocyclic GBCAs. At equivalent doses, gadolinium retention varies among the linear agents with gadodiamide causing greater retention than other linear agents such as gadoxetate disodium and gadobenate dimeglumine. Retention is lowest and similar among the macrocyclic GBCAs such as gadoterate meglumine, gadobutrol, gadoteridol, and gadopiclenol. Consequences of gadolinium retention in the brain have not been established. Pathologic and clinical consequences of GBCA administration and retention in skin and other organs have been established in patients with impaired renal function [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )]. There are rare reports of pathologic skin changes in patients with normal renal function. Adverse events involving multiple organ systems have been reported in patients with normal renal function without an established causal link to gadolinium [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.2 )] . While clinical consequences of gadolinium retention have not been established in patients with normal renal function, certain patients might be at higher risk. These include patients requiring multiple lifetime doses, pregnant and pediatric patients, and patients with inflammatory conditions. Consider the retention characteristics of the agent when choosing a GBCA for these patients. Minimize repetitive GBCA imaging studies, particularly closely spaced studies, when possible. 5.5 Acute Kidney Injury In patients with chronically reduced renal function, acute kidney injury requiring dialysis has occurred with the use of GBCAs. The risk of acute kidney injury may increase with increasing dose of the contrast agent. Do not exceed the recommended dose. 5.6 Extravasation and Injection Site Reactions Injection site reactions such as injection site pain have been reported in the clinical studies with Vueway [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )]. Extravasation during Vueway administration may result in tissue irritation [see Nonclinical Toxicology ( 13.2 )]. Ensure catheter and venous patency before the injection of Vueway. 5.7 Interference with Visualization of Lesions Visible with Non-Contrast MRI As with any GBCA, Vueway may impair the visualization of lesions seen on non-contrast MRI. Therefore, caution should be exercised when Gadopiclenol MRI scans are interpreted without a companion non-contrast MRI scan.
Who should not take Elucirem
Vueway is contraindicated in patients with history of hypersensitivity reactions to Vueway. History of hypersensitivity reactions to Vueway ( 4 )
Overdose — what happens if you take too much
Among subjects who received a single 0.3 mmol/kg intravenous dose of gadopiclenol (6 times the recommended dose of Vueway), headache and nausea were the most frequently reported adverse reactions. Gadopiclenol can be removed from the body by hemodialysis [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] .
U.S. Poison Control: call or text 1-800-222-1222 (free, 24/7). In an emergency call 911. From the FDA label; not medical advice.
Storing Elucirem, 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.
- “Discard any unused ELUCIREM 24 hours after puncture of the IBP.”
- “Store the ELUCIREM IBP at 25° C (77° F); excursions permitted from 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].”
Dosage forms
Injectable
The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.
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Frequently asked questions
- How is Elucirem rated?
- pharmaranks gives Elucirem a composite score of 3.5 out of 5, currently based on 1 weighted source (FDA regulatory recall-safety data weighted highest). See our methodology at /how-we-rate.
- Is there a coupon or discount for Elucirem?
- pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Elucirem. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.
- Who makes Elucirem?
- Elucirem is marketed by Guerbet. You can see Guerbet's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
- Is Elucirem a brand-name or generic drug?
- Elucirem is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Gadopiclenol.
- Is Elucirem available over the counter?
- No. Elucirem 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 Elucirem come in?
- Elucirem is currently marketed as injectable, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
- Is Elucirem FDA-registered?
- Elucirem is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA216986. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
- Has Elucirem been recalled by the FDA?
- Elucirem has no FDA recalls recorded under its own application in the openFDA enforcement database. Its recall-safety score reflects its manufacturer's overall recall record. This is general reference, not medical advice — check the FDA recall database for the latest alerts.
- Is Elucirem safe?
- There's no single safe-or-not verdict. pharmaranks gives Elucirem a recall-safety score of 70/100, based on its FDA recall history (no recalls under its own FDA application) — not an efficacy or side-effect rating. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings before use, and always consult a licensed professional.
- What are the side effects of Elucirem?
- Elucirem's side effects are taken directly from its FDA label. From the label: The following clinically significant adverse reactions are discussed elsewhere in labeling: Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Contraindications ( 4 ) and Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] Most common adverse reactions (incidence >0.2… 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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