frindovyx
Frindovyx (Cyclophosphamide) is a medication used to treat Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia, Breast Neoplasms, Burkitt Lymphoma, Hemosiderosis.
Cyclophosphamide · by Avyxa Holdings
Available as a generic: Cyclophosphamide
Key facts
- Active ingredient
- Cyclophosphamide
- Form
- Injectable
- Strength
- Cyclophosphamide 1GM/2ML (500MG/ML) · Cyclophosphamide 2GM/4ML (500MG/ML) · Cyclophosphamide 500MG/ML (500MG/ML)
- Type
- Prescription (Rx)
- Brand or generic
- Brand-name
- Manufacturer
- Avyxa Holdings
- What the pharmacy pays
- ~$40.40 for 30 — not your price
- FDA application
- NDA210852
What is Frindovyx?
From the FDA label:Cyclophosphamide is an alkylating drug. It is an antineoplastic drug chemically related to the nitrogen mustards. The chemical name for cyclophosphamide is (±)-2-[Bis(2-chloroethyl)amino]tetrahydro-2H-1,3,2-oxazaphosphorine 2-oxide monohydrate, and has the following structural formula: Cyclophosphamide is a white crystalline powder with the molecular formula C 7 H 15 Cl 2 N 2 O 2 P•H 2 O and a molecular weight of 279.1. Cyclophosphamide is soluble in water, saline, or ethanol. The pK a of cyclophosphamide is 5.7. FRINDOVYX is a clear, colorless to slight yellow sterile solution available as 500 mg/mL, 1 g/2 mL, and 2 g/4 mL in multiple dose vial for dilution prior to intravenous administration. 500 mg/mL vial contains 534.5 mg cyclophosphamide monohydrate, equivalent to 500 mg cyclophosphamide and 500 mg dehydrated alcohol (equivalent to 63% v/v). 1 g/2 mL vial contains 1069.0 mg cyclophosphamide monohydrate equivalent to 1 g cyclophosphamide and 1000 mg dehydrated alcohol (equivalent to 63% v/v). 2 g/4 mL vial contains 2138.0 mg cyclophosphamide monohydrate, equivalent to 2 g cyclophosphamide and 2000 mg dehydrated alcohol (equivalent to 63% v/v). Image
How to use
During or immediately after FRINDOVYX administration, administer adequate amounts of fluid to reduce the risk of urinary tract toxicity ( 2.1 ). Malignant Diseases: Adult and Pediatric Patients ( 2.2 ) Intravenous: Initial course for patients with no hematologic deficiency: 40 mg/kg to 50 mg/ kg in divided doses over 2 to 5 days. Other regimens include 10 mg/kg to 15 mg/kg given every 7 to 10 days or 3 mg/kg to 5 mg/kg twice weekly. ( 2.2 ) See full prescribing information for instructions on preparation, handling, and administration. ( 2.3 ) 2.1 Important Administration Instructions During or immediately after the administration of FRINDOVYX, adequate amounts of fluid should be ingested or infused to force diuresis in order to reduce the risk of urinary tract toxicity. Therefore, FRINDOVYX should be administered in the morning. 2.2 Recommended Dosage for Malignant Diseases Adults and Pediatric Patients Intravenous When used as the only oncolytic drug therapy, the recommended dosage for the initial course of FRINDOVYX for patients with no hematologic deficiency is 40 mg/kg to 50 mg/kg given intravenously in divided doses over a period of 2 to 5 days. Other intravenous regimens include 10 mg/kg to 15 mg/kg given every 7 to 10 days or 3 mg/kg to 5 mg/kg twice weekly. Adjust the dosage of FRINDOVYX based on the specific regimen administered, response to treatment,…
Side effects
The following adverse reactions are discussed in more detail in other sections of the labeling. Hypersensitivity [see Contraindications (4) ] Myelosuppression, Immunosuppression, Bone Marrow Failure, and Infections [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Urinary Tract and Renal Toxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Cardiotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Pulmonary Toxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Secondary Malignancies [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Veno-occlusive Liver Disease [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] Alcohol Content [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ] Infertility [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9) and Use in Specific Populations (8.3 and 8.4) ] Impaired Wound Healing [see Warnings and Precautions (5.10)] Hyponatremia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.11) ] Adverse reactions reported most often include neutropenia, febrile neutropenia, fever, alopecia, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Avyxa Pharma, LLC at 1-888-520-0954 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 6.1 Clinical Trials and Postmarketing Experience The following adverse reactions associated with the use of cyclophosphamide were identified in clinical studies or postmarketing reports. Because some of these reactions were reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always…
Warnings
Important safety information
Myelosuppression, Immunosuppression, Bone Marrow Failure and Infections : Severe immunosuppression may lead to serious and sometimes fatal infections. Close hematological monitoring is required. ( 5.1 ) Urinary Tract and Renal Toxicity : Hemorrhagic cystitis, pyelitis, ureteritis, and hematuria can occur. Urotoxicity can be fatal. Exclude or correct any urinary tract obstructions prior to treatment. ( 5.2 ) Cardiotoxicity : Myocarditis, myopericarditis, pericardial effusion, arrhythmias and congestive heart failure, which may be fatal, have been reported. Monitor patients, especially those with risk factors for cardiotoxicity or pre-existing cardiac disease. ( 5.3 ) Pulmonary Toxicity : Pneumonitis, pulmonary fibrosis and pulmonary veno-occlusive disease leading to respiratory failure may occur. Monitor patients for signs and symptoms of pulmonary toxicity. ( 5.4 ) Secondary malignancies ( 5.5 ) Veno-occlusive Liver Diseas e: Fatal outcome can occur. ( 5.6 ) Alcohol content : The alcohol content in a dose of FRINDOVYX may affect the central nervous system. This may include impairment of a patient's ability to drive or use machines immediately after infusion. ( 5.7 ) Embryo-Fetal Toxicity : Can cause fetal harm. Advise patients of reproductive potential of the potential risk to a fetus and to use effective contraception. ( 5.8 , 8.1 , 8.3 ) 5.1 Myelosuppression, Immunosuppression, Bone Marrow Failure and Infections Cyclophosphamide can cause myelosuppression (leukopenia, neutropenia, thrombocytopenia and anemia), bone marrow failure, and severe immunosuppression which may lead to serious and sometimes fatal infections, including sepsis and septic shock. Latent infections can be reactivated [see Adverse Reactions (6) ]. Antimicrobial prophylaxis may be indicated in certain cases of neutropenia at the discretion of the managing physician. In case of neutropenic fever, antibiotic therapy is indicated. Antimycotics and/or antivirals may also be indicated. Monitoring of complete blood counts is essential during cyclophosphamide treatment so that the dose can be adjusted, if needed. Cyclophosphamide should not be administered to patients with neutrophils ≤1,500/mm 3 and platelets < 50,000/mm 3 . Cyclophosphamide treatment may not be indicated, or should be interrupted, or the dose reduced, in patients who have or who develop a serious infection. G-CSF may be administered to reduce the risks of neutropenia complications associated with cyclophosphamide use. Primary and secondary prophylaxis with G-CSF should be considered in all patients considered to be at increased risk for neutropenia complications. The nadirs of the reduction in leukocyte count and thrombocyte count are usually reached in weeks 1 and 2 of treatment. Peripheral blood cell counts are expected to normalize after approximately 20 days. Bone marrow failure has been reported. Severe myelosuppression may be expected particularly in patients pretreated with and/or receiving concomitant chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy. 5.2 Urinary Tract and Renal Toxicity Hemorrhagic cystitis, pyelitis, ureteritis, and hematuria have been reported with cyclophosphamide. Medical and/or surgical supportive treatment may be required to treat protracted cases of severe hemorrhagic cystitis. Discontinue cyclophosphamide therapy in case of severe hemorrhagic cystitis. Urotoxicity (bladder ulceration, necrosis, fibrosis, contracture and secondary cancer) may require interruption of cyclophosphamide treatment or cystectomy. Urotoxicity can be fatal. Urotoxicity can occur with short-term or long-term use of cyclophosphamide. Before starting treatment, exclude or correct any urinary tract obstructions [see Contraindications (4) ]. Urinary sediment should be checked regularly for the presence of erythrocytes and other signs of urotoxicity and/or nephrotoxicity. Cyclophosphamide should be used with caution, if at all, in patients with active urinary tract infections. Aggressive hydration with forced diuresis and frequent bladder emptying can reduce the frequency and severity of bladder toxicity. Mesna has been used to prevent severe bladder toxicity. 5.3 Cardiotoxicity Myocarditis, myopericarditis, pericardial effusion including cardiac tamponade, and congestive heart failure, which may be fatal, have been reported with cyclophosphamide therapy. Supraventricular arrhythmias (including atrial fibrillation and flutter) and ventricular arrhythmias (including severe QT prolongation associated with ventricular tachyarrhythmia) have been reported after treatment with regimens that included cyclophosphamide. The risk of cardiotoxicity may be increased with high doses of cyclophosphamide, in patients with advanced age, and in patients with previous radiation treatment to the cardiac region and/or previous or concomitant treatment with other cardiotoxic agents. Particular caution is necessary in patients with risk factors for cardiotoxicity and in patients with pre-existing cardiac disease. Monitor patients with risk factors for cardiotoxicity and with pre-existing cardiac disease. 5.4 Pulmonary Toxicity Pneumonitis, pulmonary fibrosis, pulmonary veno-occlusive disease and other forms of pulmonary toxicity leading to respiratory failure have been reported during and following treatment with cyclophosphamide. Late onset pneumonitis (greater than 6 months after start of cyclophosphamide) appears to be associated with increased mortality. Pneumonitis may develop years after treatment with cyclophosphamide. Monitor patients for signs and symptoms of pulmonary toxicity. 5.5 Secondary Malignancies Cyclophosphamide is genotoxic [see Nonclinical Toxicology (13.1) ] . Secondary malignancies (urinary tract cancer, myelodysplasia, acute leukemias, lymphomas, thyroid cancer, and sarcomas) have been reported in patients treated with cyclophosphamide-containing regimens . The risk of bladder cancer may be reduced by prevention of hemorrhagic cystitis. 5.6 Veno-occlusive Liver Disease Veno-occlusive liver disease (VOD) including fatal outcome has been reported in patients receiving cyclophosphamide-containing regimens. A cytoreductive regimen in preparation for bone marrow transplantation that consists of cyclophosphamide in combination with whole-body irradiation, busulfan, or other agents has been identified as a major risk factor. VOD has also been reported to develop gradually in patients receiving long-term low-dose immunosuppressive doses of cyclophosphamide. Other risk factors predisposing to the development of VOD include preexisting disturbances of hepatic function, previous radiation therapy of the abdomen, and a low performance status. 5.7 Alcohol Content The alcohol content in a dose of FRINDOVYX may affect the central nervous system and should be taken into account for patients in whom alcohol intake should be avoided or minimized. Consideration should be given to the alcohol content in FRINDOVYX on the ability to drive or use machines immediately after the infusion. Each administration of FRINDOVYX at 50 mg per kg delivers 0.0448 g/kg of ethanol. For a 75 kg patient this would deliver 3.36 grams of ethanol [see Description (11) ] . Other cyclophosphamide products may have a different amount of alcohol or no alcohol. 5.8 Embryo-Fetal Toxicity Based on its mechanism of action and published reports of effects in pregnant patients or animals, FRINDOVYX can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1), Clinical Pharmacology (12.1) , and Nonclinical Toxicology (13.1) ] . Exposure to cyclophosphamide during pregnancy may cause birth defects, miscarriage, fetal growth retardation, and fetotoxic effects in the newborn. Cyclophosphamide is teratogenic and embryo-fetal toxic in mice, rats, rabbits and monkeys. Advise pregnant women and females of reproductive potential of the potential risk to the fetus [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1) ] . Advise females of reproductive potential to…
Who should not take Frindovyx
Hypersensitivity FRINDOVYX is contraindicated in patients who have a history of severe hypersensitivity reactions to cyclophosphamide, any of its metabolites, or to other components of the product. Anaphylactic reactions including death have been reported with cyclophosphamide. Cross-sensitivity with other alkylating agents can occur. Urinary Outflow Obstruction FRINDOVYX is contraindicated in patients with urinary outflow obstruction [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ]. Hypersensitivity to cyclophosphamide ( 4 ) Urinary outflow obstruction ( 4 )
Overdose — what happens if you take too much
No specific antidote for cyclophosphamide is known. Overdosage should be managed with supportive measures, including appropriate treatment for any concurrent infection, myelosuppression, or cardiac toxicity should it occur. Serious consequences of overdosage include manifestations of dose dependent toxicities such as myelosuppression, urotoxicity, cardiotoxicity (including cardiac failure), veno-occlusive hepatic disease, and stomatitis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1, 5.2 , 5.3 , and 5.6) ] . Patients who received an overdose should be closely monitored for the development of toxicities, and hematologic toxicity in particular. Cyclophosphamide and its metabolites are dialyzable. Therefore, rapid hemodialysis is indicated when treating any suicidal or accidental overdose or intoxication [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Cystitis prophylaxis with mesna may be helpful in preventing or limiting urotoxic effects with cyclophosphamide overdose.
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 Effect of Other Drugs on Cyclophosphamide Exposure Protease Inhibitors Concomitant use of protease inhibitors may increase the concentration of cytotoxic metabolites and may enhance the toxicities of cyclophosphamide, including higher incidence of infections, neutropenia, and mucositis. Monitor for increased toxicities in patients receiving protease inhibitors. 7.2 Drugs that Potentiate Cyclophosphamide Toxicities Drugs or agents with similar toxicities to FRINDOVYX and can potentiate these effects are listed in Table 2. Table 2: Drugs that Potentiate Cyclophosphamide Toxicities Toxicity Drugs Increased hematotoxicity and/or immunosuppression ● ACE inhibitors: ACE inhibitors can cause leukopenia. ● Natalizumab ● Paclitaxel: Increased hematotoxicity has been reported when cyclophosphamide was administered after paclitaxel infusion. ● Thiazide diuretics ● Zidovudine Increased cardiotoxicity ● Anthracyclines ● Cytarabine ● Pentostatin ● Radiation therapy of the cardiac region ● Trastuzumab Increased pulmonary toxicity ● Amiodarone ● G-CSF, GM-CSF (granulocyte colony-stimulating factor, granulocyte macrophage colony-stimulating factor) Increased nephrotoxicity ● Amphotericin B ● Indomethacin: Acute water intoxication has been reported with concomitant use of indomethacin Increase in other toxicities: ● Azathioprine: Increased risk of hepatotoxicity (liver necrosis) ● Busulfan: Increased incidence of hepatic veno-occlusive disease and mucositis has been reported. ● Protease inhibitors: Increased incidence of mucositis Increased risk of hemorrhagic cystitis ● Radiation treatment: Increased risk of hemorrhagic cystitis may result from a combined effect of cyclophosphamide and past or concomitant radiation treatment. 7.3 Effect of Cyclophosphamide on Other Drugs Metronidazole Acute encephalopathy has been reported in a patient receiving cyclophosphamide and metronidazole. Monitor for neurologic toxicities in patients receiving metronidazole. Tamoxifen Concomitant use of tamoxifen and a cyclophosphamide-containing chemotherapy regimen may increase the risk of thromboembolic complications. Monitor for signs and symptoms of thromboembolic events in patients receiving tamoxifen. Coumarins Both increased and decreased warfarin effect have been reported in patients receiving warfarin and cyclophosphamide. Monitor anticoagulant activity closely in patients receiving warfarin or other coumarins. Cyclosporine Concomitant administration of cyclophosphamide may decrease serum concentrations of cyclosporine. This interaction may result in an increased incidence of graft-versus-host disease. Monitor for signs and symptoms of graft-versus-host disease in patients receiving cyclosporine. Depolarizing Muscle Relaxants If a patient has been treated with cyclophosphamide within 10 days of general anesthesia, alert the anesthesiologist. Cyclophosphamide causes a marked and persistent inhibition of cholinesterase activity. Prolonged apnea may occur with concurrent depolarizing muscle relaxants (e.g., succinylcholine).
May treat (source: NIH RxClass)
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Frindovyx treat?
- Frindovyx (Cyclophosphamide) may be used to treat autoimmune hemolytic anemia, breast neoplasms, burkitt lymphoma, hemosiderosis, hodgkin disease, lung neoplasms, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.
- How much does Frindovyx cost?
- Nobody can tell you what you will pay — your price is set by your insurer's formulary, your deductible and the pharmacy's markup, and none of those are published. What IS published is what the pharmacy paid to acquire it: about $40.40 for 30, per the CMS NADAC survey. Treat that as the floor, not the quote — ask the pharmacist for the cash price as well as your copay, because for cheap generics the cash price often wins.
- Is there a coupon or discount for Frindovyx?
- pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Frindovyx. 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 Frindovyx?
- Frindovyx is marketed by Avyxa Holdings. You can see Avyxa Holdings's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
- Is Frindovyx a brand-name or generic drug?
- Frindovyx is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Cyclophosphamide. Lower-cost generic equivalents containing Cyclophosphamide are available — ask your pharmacist.
- Is Frindovyx available over the counter?
- No. Frindovyx 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 Frindovyx come in?
- Frindovyx is currently marketed as injectable, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
- Is Frindovyx FDA-registered?
- Frindovyx is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA210852. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
- Is Frindovyx safe?
- There's no single safe-or-not verdict, and we don't yet have a composite recall-safety score for Frindovyx. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings below, and always consult a licensed professional.
- What are the side effects of Frindovyx?
- Frindovyx's side effects are taken directly from its FDA label. From the label: The following adverse reactions are discussed in more detail in other sections of the labeling. Hypersensitivity [see Contraindications (4) ] Myelosuppression, Immunosuppression, Bone Marrow Failure,… 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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