emblaveo
Pharmaranks rates Emblaveo 3.6/5 for recall safety — an independent score from its FDA recall history and its manufacturer's record. Emblaveo is a combination medicine containing Avibactam Sodium and Aztreonam.
Avibactam Sodium and Aztreonam · by Abbvie
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Key facts
What is Emblaveo?
From the FDA label:EMBLAVEO for injection, for intravenous use, is a combination product consisting of aztreonam and avibactam sodium. Aztreonam Aztreonam is a synthetic, monobactam antibacterial drug. Its chemical name is (Z)-2-[[[(2-Amino-4-thiazolyl)[[(2S,3S)-2-methyl-4-oxo-1-sulfo-3-azetidinyl]carbamoyl]methylene]amino]oxy]-2-methylpropionic acid. Its molecular weight is 435.43 g/mol. The empirical formula is C 13 H 17 N 5 O 8 S 2 . Figure 1 . Chemical structure of aztreonam . Avibactam Avibactam sodium is a beta-lactamase inhibitor. Its chemical name is sodium [(2S,5R)-2-carbamoyl-7-oxo-1,6- diazabicyclo[3.2.1]octan-6-yl] sulfate. Its molecular weight is 287.23 g/mol. The empirical formula is C 7 H 10 N 3 O 6 SNa. Figure 2. Chemical structure of avibactam sodium . EMBLAVEO 2 grams (aztreonam 1.5 grams and avibactam 0.5 grams) for injection is a white to slightly yellow sterile powder for reconstitution consisting of aztreonam and avibactam packaged in glass vials. The formulation also contains inactive ingredient L-arginine 1170 mg/vial. Each EMBLAVEO 2 grams single-dose vial contains 1.5 grams aztreonam and 0.5 grams avibactam (equivalent to 0.542 gram sterile avibactam sodium). The total sodium content of the mixture is approximately 44.6 mg/vial. Figure 1. Chemical structure of aztreonam. Figure 2. Chemical structure of avibactam sodium.
How to use
Recommended Dosage in Adults based on Estimated Creatinine Clearance (C Lcr ) ( 2.1 , 2.2 ) Estimated C Lcr (mL/min) a Dose b Infusion Time Dosing Interval c Loading Maintenance Greater than 50 mL/min EMBLAVEO 2.67 g (aztreonam 2 grams and avibactam 0.67 grams) EMBLAVEO 2 g (aztreonam 1.5 grams and avibactam 0.5 grams) 3 hours Every 6 hours Greater than 30 to less than or equal to 50 mL/min EMBLAVEO 2.67 g (aztreonam 2 grams and avibactam 0.67 grams) EMBLAVEO 1 g (aztreonam 0.75 grams and avibactam 0.25 grams) 3 hours Every 6 hours Greater than 15 to less than or equal to 30 mL/min EMBLAVEO 1.8 g (aztreonam 1.35 grams and avibactam 0.45 grams) EMBLAVEO 0.9 g (aztreonam 0.675 grams and avibactam 0.225 grams) 3 hours Every 8 hours Less than or equal to 15 mL/min, including on hemodialysis d EMBLAVEO 1.33 g (aztreonam 1 gram and avibactam 0.33 grams) EMBLAVEO 0.9 g (aztreonam 0.675 grams and avibactam 0.225 grams) 3 hours Every 12 hours a Calculated using the Cockcroft-Gault formula. b Aztreonam-avibactam is a combination product in a fixed 3:1 ratio. A single loading dose is followed by maintenance doses beginning at the next dosing interval. c Dosing interval is calculated from the start of one infusion to the start of the subsequent infusion. d Both aztreonam and avibactam are removed by hemodialysis; thus, administer EMBLAVEO after hemodialysis, on hemodialysis days. For…
Side effects
The following adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in the Warnings and Precautions section: Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Serious Skin Disorders [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Hepatic Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] Clostridioides Difficile -Associated Diarrhea [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] The most common adverse reactions occurring at an incidence of greater than 5% were hepatic adverse reactions, anemia, diarrhea, hypokalemia, and pyrexia. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact AbbVie Inc. at 1-800-633-9110 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. Clinical Trials Experience in Adult Patients Three clinical trials, Trial 1, Trial 2, and Trial 3, underly the EMBLAVEO clinical development program. Trial 1 was a randomized, comparative trial conducted in patients with cIAI and hospital-acquired bacterial pneumonia/ventilator-associated bacterial pneumonia (HABP/VABP) (not an approved indication for EMBLAVEO), while Trials 2 and 3 were smaller, noncomparative trials conducted…
Warnings
Important safety information
Hypersensitivity Reactions : Hypersensitivity reactions were noted in patients treated with EMBLAVEO including rash, flushing, and bronchospasm. In case of hypersensitivity reactions, immediately discontinue EMBLAVEO and initiate appropriate medications and/or supportive care. ( 5.1 ) Serious Skin Disorders: Cases of toxic epidermal necrolysis have been reported in association with aztreonam (a component of EMBLAVEO) in patients undergoing bone marrow transplant with multiple risk factors. Discontinue EMBLAVEO if serious skin reaction occurs. ( 5.2 ) Hepatic Adverse Reactions: Elevations in hepatic transaminases have been observed during treatment with EMBLAVEO. If transaminase elevations are noted, consider discontinuation of EMBLAVEO, if clinically indicated, and monitor the patient for resolution of any pertinent clinical and laboratory findings. ( 5.3 ) Clostridioides Difficile -Associated Diarrhea (CDAD): CDAD has been reported with nearly all systemic antibacterial agents, including EMBLAVEO. Evaluate if diarrhea occurs. ( 5.4 ) 5. 1 Hypersensitivity Reactions Hypersensitivity reactions were noted in patients treated with EMBLAVEO, including rash, flushing, and bronchospasm [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )]. Prior to treatment, it should be established if the patient has a history of hypersensitivity reactions to components of EMBLAVEO (aztreonam and avibactam). In case of hypersensitivity reactions, immediately discontinue EMBLAVEO and initiate appropriate medications and/or supportive care. 5. 2 Serious Skin Disorders Cases of toxic epidermal necrolysis have been reported in association with aztreonam (a component of EMBLAVEO) in patients undergoing bone marrow transplant with multiple risk factors including sepsis, radiation therapy, and other concomitantly administered drugs associated with toxic epidermal necrolysis. Discontinue EMBLAVEO if a serious skin reaction occurs. 5. 3 Hepatic Adverse Reactions Elevations in hepatic transaminases have been observed during treatment with EMBLAVEO [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )]. Monitoring of liver-related laboratory tests is recommended while on treatment, particularly in patients with baseline liver comorbidities or on concomitant hepatotoxic medications. If transaminase elevations are noted, consider discontinuing EMBLAVEO, if clinically indicated, and monitor the patient for resolution of any pertinent clinical and laboratory findings. 5. 4 Clostridioides Difficile -Associated Diarrhea Clostridioides difficile - associated diarrhea (CDAD) has been reported for nearly all systemic antibacterial drugs, including EMBLAVEO, and may range in severity from mild diarrhea to fatal colitis. Treatment with antibacterial drugs alters the normal flora of the colon and may permit overgrowth of C. difficile . C. difficile produces toxins A and B which contribute to the development of CDAD. Hypertoxin producing strains of C. difficile cause increased morbidity and mortality, as these infections can be refractory to antimicrobial therapy and may require colectomy. CDAD must be considered in all patients who present with diarrhea following antibacterial use. Careful medical history is necessary because CDAD has been reported to occur more than 2 months after the administration of antibacterial drugs. If CDAD is suspected or confirmed, antibacterial drugs not directed against C. difficile may need to be discontinued. Manage fluid and electrolyte levels as appropriate, supplement protein intake, monitor antibacterial treatment of C. difficile , and institute surgical evaluation as clinically indicated. 5.5 Development of Drug-Resistant Bacteria Prescribing EMBLAVEO in the absence of a proven or strongly suspected bacterial infection is unlikely to provide benefit to the patient and increases the risk of the development of drug-resistant bacteria [see Indications and Usage ( 1.2 )].
Who should not take Emblaveo
EMBLAVEO is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to the components of EMBLAVEO (aztreonam and avibactam) [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . Known hypersensitivity to the components of EMBLAVEO (aztreonam and avibactam). ( 4 )
Overdose — what happens if you take too much
There is no information on the clinical signs and symptoms associated with an overdose of EMBLAVEO. Aztreonam and avibactam can be partially removed by hemodialysis [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . No clinical information is available on the use of hemodialysis to treat EMBLAVEO overdosage.
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.
Interactions
7.1 OAT 1 and 3 Transport Inhibitors Concomitant use of organic anion transporter (OAT) 1 and OAT 3 transporter inhibitors (e.g., probenecid) with EMBLAVEO is not recommended. There is insufficient information to characterize the effect of concomitant use of OAT 1/3 transport inhibitors with EMBLAVEO [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )].
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Frequently asked questions
- How is Emblaveo rated?
- pharmaranks gives Emblaveo a composite score of 3.6 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 Emblaveo?
- pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Emblaveo. 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 Emblaveo?
- Emblaveo is marketed by Abbvie. You can see Abbvie's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
- Is Emblaveo a brand-name or generic drug?
- Emblaveo is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Avibactam Sodium and Aztreonam.
- Is Emblaveo available over the counter?
- No. Emblaveo 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 Emblaveo come in?
- Emblaveo is currently marketed as powder, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
- Is Emblaveo FDA-registered?
- Emblaveo is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA217906. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
- Has Emblaveo been recalled by the FDA?
- Emblaveo 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 Emblaveo safe?
- There's no single safe-or-not verdict. pharmaranks gives Emblaveo a recall-safety score of 72/100, 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 Emblaveo?
- Emblaveo's side effects are taken directly from its FDA label. From the label: The following adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in the Warnings and Precautions section: Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Serious Skin Disorders [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Hepatic Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] Cl… 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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