SODIUM IODIDE I 131 DIAGNOSTIC- sodium iodide i 131 capsule

Sodium Iodide I 131 Diagnostic by

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Sodium Iodide I 131 Diagnostic by is a Prescription medication manufactured, distributed, or labeled by Jubilant DraxImage Inc., Jubilant HollisterStier General Partnership. Drug facts, warnings, and ingredients follow.

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  • 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE

    Sodium Iodide I 131 Capsules Diagnostic is indicated for use in adults for:

    • Assessment of thyroid function using radioactive iodine (RAI) uptake test
    • Imaging the thyroid (scintigraphy)
  • 2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION

    2.1 Radiation Safety

    Sodium Iodide I 131 Capsules Diagnostic is a radioactive drug and should be handled with appropriate safety measures to minimize radiation exposure to the patient and healthcare worker [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)].

    • Use waterproof gloves during the entire handling and administration procedure.
    • Maintain adequate shielding during the life of the product.
    • Open the capsule-containing vial in a well ventilated hood to avoid exposure to trace levels of volatile I-131 which may be present.
    • Measure patient dose by a suitable radioactivity calibration system immediately prior to administration.

    2.2 Recommended Dosage and Administration Instructions

    Administer Sodium Iodide I 131 Capsules Diagnostic orally prior to scanning. The recommended dose of Sodium Iodide I 131 Capsules Diagnostic for an adult patient is the following:

    • Thyroid Function: 0.185 to 1.1 megabecquerels (MBq) [5 to 30 microcuries (microCi)]. Administer 24 hours before uptake measurement.
    • Thyroid Imaging (Scintigraphy): 1.85 to 3.70 MBq (50 to 100 microCi). Administer 16 -24 hours before imaging.

    Consult the color-coded decay calendar that is updated in January of every year to determine which colored capsule(s) correspond to the prescribed dose: https://www.draximage.com/products/us/draximage-i-131-diagnostic-capsules/ or calculate the correct dose from the date and time of calibration provided on the container label.

    Prior to Sodium Iodide I 131 Capsules Diagnostic Administration

    • Obtain a pregnacy test in females of reproductive potential prior to administration to verify the absence of pregnancy [see Contraindications (4) and Use in Specific Populations (8.1, 8.3)].
    • Advise patients to maintain a low-iodine diet two weeks prior to radioiodine administration and continue for several days during the uptake or imaging process [see Drug Interactions (7)].
    • Advise patients to fast at least 2 hours before and 2 hours after administration to ensure absorption.
    • Advise patients to hydrate before and after administration of radioiodine and void frequently to ensure rapid excretion.

    2.3 Radiation Dosimetry

    The biokinetic and radiation dose distributions associated with thyroid uptake of iodide I 131 depend on dietary intake of stable iodine. A range of uptake percentages in an average adult (73.7 kg) are shown in Table 1. For a thyroid blocked from iodide uptake in the production of hormones, the effective half-life of iodide I 131 is approximately 1.4 hours; for "low" to "high" uptake, the effective half-life of I 131 ranges from approximately 80 to 90 hours.

    Table 1 Absorbed dose per unit activity sodium iodide I 131 administered orally (mGy/MBq) in adult (73.7-kg reference model)
    OrganThyroid uptake of I 131 (% administered activity A0) 24 h after oral administration
    Blocked thyroid
    (0% A0)
    Low uptake
    (16% A0
    Medium uptake
    (26% A0)
    High uptake
    (36% A0)
    Adrenals0.0440.0510.0550.059
    Bone surfaces0.0300.0890.120.16
    Brain0.0210.0930.130.17
    Breast0.0200.0380.0480.058
    Gallbladder wall0.0370.0430.0460.049
    Gastrointestinal tract
    Stomach wall0.870.770.710.66
    Small intestine wall0.0350.0330.0320.032
    Colon wall0.140.140.140.14
    (Upper large intestine wall)0.120.120.120.12
    (Lower large intestine wall)0.170.170.170.16
    Heart wall0.0620.0890.100.12
    Kidneys0.270.270.270.27
    Liver0.0500.0930.120.14
    Lungs0.0530.100.130.15
    Muscles0.0260.0840.120.15
    Oesophagus0.0240.100.140.19
    Ovaries0.0380.0370.0360.035
    Pancreas0.0600.0640.0660.068
    Red marrow0.0310.0720.0950.12
    Salivary glands0.270.220.190.16
    Skin0.0190.0430.0570.071
    Spleen0.0640.0690.0720.075
    Testes0.0250.0240.0230.22
    Thymus0.0240.100.140.19
    Thyroid2.2280430580
    Urinary bladder wall0.540.450.390.34
    Uterus0.0450.0420.0400.038
    Remaining organs0.0290.840.110.15
    Effective dose per administered activity (mSv/MBq)0.28142229

  • 3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS

    Capsules: Each capsule contains 3.70 MBq (100 microCi) at time of calibration. Half of each capsule is white, while the other half is either pink, yellow, orange, grey or green according to the manufactured lot. The capsule will yield 2.03, 1.11, 0.61, or 0.33 MBq (55, 30, 16.5, or 9 microCi) according to the color-coded decay calendar which assigns a color and capsule activity for each week of the year. https://www.draximage.com/products/us/draximage-i-131-diagnostic-capsules/

    Table 2 below displays the (5) weeks activity of the capsule starting from the calibration day.

    Table 2 Weekly Activity (MBq and microCi) of Each Capsule Starting from the Calibration Day
    WeekActivity (MBq)Activity (microCi)
    13.70100.0
    22.0354.9
    31.1130.0
    40.6116.5
    50.338.9

  • 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS

    Sodium Iodide I 131 Capsules Diagnostic is contraindicated in pregnancy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1), Use in Specific Populations (8.1)].

  • 5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

    5.1 Fetal Toxicity

    Sodium Iodide I 131 Capsules Diagnostic is contraindicated in pregnancy because sodium iodide I 131 crosses the placenta and can cause severe and irreversible hypothyroidism in the neonate. Multiple reports in the literature describe neonatal hypothryroidism following in utero exposure to sodium iodide I 131. Some of these cases were severe and irreversible. Verify pregnancy status of females of reproductive potential prior to administering Sodium Iodide I 131 Capsules Diagnostic [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1, 8.3)].

    5.2 Radiation Exposure

    Sodium Iodide I 131 Capsules Diagnostic contributes to a patient’s overall long-term cumulative radiation exposure, which is associated with an increased risk of cancer. Follow safe administration instructions to minimize radiation exposure to the patient and healthcare providers [see Dosage and Administration (2.1)].

    5.3 Risk of Radioactive Uptake Measurement and Imaging Misinterpretation

    The recent intake of stable iodine in any form, or the use of thyroid or anti-thyroid drugs will affect the uptake of sodium iodide I 131. Question the patient carefully regarding their exposure to these drugs or procedures involving radiographic contrast media [see Drug Interactions (7)].

    5.4 Hypersensitivity Reactions

    Hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis may occur in patients who receive sodium iodide I 131. Although iodine is not considered an allergen, hypersensitivity reactions may occur in relation with excipients or chemical component of the capsule, such as sodium thiosulfate. Obtain and document an allergy history, particularly a sulfite allergy. Emergency resuscitation equipment and personnel should be immediately available [see Adverse Reactions (6)].

  • 6 ADVERSE REACTIONS

    The following adverse reaction has been described elsewhere in the labeling:

    • Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)]

    The following adverse reactions have been identified during post-approval use from Sodium Iodide I 131 Capsules Diagnostic. Because these reactions are voluntarily reported from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure.

    Adverse reactions associated with the administration of Sodium Iodide I 131 Capsules Diagnostic are:

    • Gastrointestinal disorders: vomiting, nausea, and diarrhea
    • General disorders and administration site conditions: local thyroid swelling
    • Immune system disorders: hypersensitivity reactions
    • Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders: itching, rash, hives, and erythema
  • 7 DRUG INTERACTIONS

    Certain drugs and iodine-containing foods interfere with the accumulation of radioiodide by the thyroid. Review the patients history, current medications, and recent diagnostic tests prior to the administration of Sodium Iodide I-131 Capsules Diagnostic. Advise patients to maintain a low-iodine diet two weeks prior to radioiodine administration and continue for several days during the uptake or imaging process and to discontinue the following products before they undergo the procedure as shown in Table 3:

    Table 3 Pharmaceuticals/OTCs/Agents Blocking Radioiodine Uptake
    ​ProductsRecommended duration of withdrawal
    Thionamide medications
    (e.g., propylthiouracil, methimazole carbimazole)
    3 days
    Multivitamins containing iodide10 days
    Natural or synthetic thyroid hormones
    triiodothyronine
    thyroxine

    2 weeks

    4 weeks

    Iodine containing foods: iodinized salt, dairy products, egg yolks, seafood, turkey, and liver2 weeks
    Kelp, agar, carrageenan, Lugol solution3 weeks
    Saturated solution of potassium iodide3 weeks
    Topical iodine
    (e.g., surgical skin preparation)
    3 weeks
    Radiographic contrast agents
       Water soluble
       Lipophilic

    2 months

    6 months

    Amiodarone6 months

  • 8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS

    8.1 Pregnancy

    Risk Summary

    Sodium Iodide I 131 Capsules Diagnostic is contraindicated in pregnancy because fetal exposure can lead to neonatal hypothyroidism, which in some cases is severe and irreversible. Data from the published literature describe reports of neonatal thyroid abnormalities after fetal exposure, including agenesis of the thyroid and hypothyroidism (see Clinical Considerations, Data). No animal reproductive studies have been conducted.

    The estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies are 2-4% and 15-20%, respectively.

    Clinical Considerations

    Fetal/Neonatal Adverse Reactions

    A fetus exposed to sodium iodide I 131 can develop neonatal hypothyroidism. Delay in diagnosis of neonatal hypothyroidism after exposure to sodium iodide I 131 in utero can result in severe sequelae such as decreased mental capacity and delayed skeletal maturation. Monitor thyroid function in any infant born after in utero exposure to sodium iodide I 131.

    Data

    Human Data

    Literature reports of maternal exposures to sodium iodide I 131 at doses of 330-8300 MBq during 4-26 weeks estimated gestational age. There were various adverse pregnancy outcomes; the most common was hypothyroidism in infants and children.

    8.2 Lactation

    Risk Summary
    Advise women to discontinue breastfeeding after administration of Sodium Iodide I 131 Capsules Diagnostic. Infant exposure to sodium iodide I 131 via breast milk is expected and may lead to hypothyroidism in the infant because sodium iodide I 131 in breast milk may reach concentrations equal to or greater than concentrations in maternal plasma (see Data).

    Data
    Published studies show that sodium iodide I 131 is transferred into breast milk and is taken up by the thyroid of the breastfed infant.

    8.3 Females and Males of Reproductive Potential

    Sodium Iodide I 131 is contraindicated in pregnancy because it causes fetal hypothyroidism [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1) and Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].

    Pregnancy Testing
    Obtain a pregnancy test in females of reproductive potential and verify the absence of pregnancy before administering Sodium Iodide I 131 Capsules Diagnostic [see Dosage and Administration (2.2)].

    8.4 Pediatric use

    Safety and efficacy in pediatric patients have not been established. Published reports suggest that the thyroid gland of pediatric patients is more sensitive to the adverse effects of sodium iodide I 131 (e.g., increased risk of radiation absorption).

    8.5 Geriatric Use

    Clinical experience has not identified differences in safety or effectiveness in geriatric patients compared to younger patients. However, elderly patients are more likely to have decreased renal function and radiation exposure is greater in patients with impaired renal function [see Use in Specific Populations (8.6), Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].

    8.6 Renal Impairment

    Radiation exposure following Sodium Iodide I 131 Capsules Diagnostic is greater in patients with impaired renal function compared to patients with normal renal function [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].

  • 10 OVERDOSAGE

    In the event of an overdosage of Sodium Iodide I 131 Capsules Diagnostic, monitor for thyroid suppression and consider administering a thyroid blocking agent (e.g. potassium iodide (KI) or perchlorate). Promote frequent voiding and encourage patients to maintain hydration to minimize radiation exposure.

  • 11 DESCRIPTION

    11.1 Chemical Characteristics

    Sodium Iodide I 131 Capsules Diagnostic is a radiodioactive diagnostic agent containing sodium iodide I 131 and supplied for oral administration in a gelatin capsule. Each capsule contains no-carrier-added sodium iodide I 131, disodium edetate dihydrate USP as a stabilizer, sodium thiosulfate pentahydrate USP as a reducing agent, and dibasic sodium phosphate anhydrous USP.

    Sodium Iodide I 131 is designated chemically as Na131I and has a molecular weight of 153.99.

    11.2 Physical Characteristics

    Iodine I 131 decays by beta emission and associated gamma emission with a physical half-life of 8.04 days. The principal radiation emissions are listed in Table 4.

    Table 4 Principal Radiation Emission Data from Decay of Sodium Iodide I 131
    RadiationMean % per DisintegrationMean Energy (keV) 
    Beta-12.13%69.4
    Beta-37.20%96.6
    Beta-489.4%191.6
    Gamma-76.14%284.3
    Gamma-1481.2%364.5
    Gamma-187.12%637.0

    11.3 External Radiation

    The specific gamma-ray constant for iodine I 131 is 4.26 x 10-13 Cm2kg-1MBq-1s-1 (2.2 Rcm2/mCihr). The first half-value thickness of lead (Pb) for iodine I 131 is 0.27 cm. A range of values for the relative attenuation of the radiation emitted by iodine I 131 that results from interposition of various thicknesses of Pb is shown in Table 5. For example, the use of 2.59 cm of Pb will decrease the external radiation exposure by a factor of about 100.

    Table 5 Radiation Attenuation of Iodine I 131 by Lead Shielding
    Shield Thickness (Pb) cmCoefficient of Attenuation
    0.270.5
    0.560.25
    0.9910-1
    2.5910-2
    4.5310-3

    To correct for physical decay of iodine I 131, the fractions that remain at selected intervals after the time of calibration are shown in Table 6.

    Table 6 Physical Decay Chart: Iodine I 131, Half-Life 8.04 days
  • * Calibration Time
  • DaysFraction RemainingDaysFraction RemainingDaysFraction Remaining
    0*1.000110.388220.151
    10.918120.356230.138
    20.842130.327240.127
    30.773140.300250.116
    40.709150.275260.107
    50.651160.253270.098
    60.597170.232280.090
    70.548180.213290.083
    80.503190.195300.076
    90.461200.179
    100.423210.164

  • 12 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY

    12.1 Mechanism of Action

    Iodine is actively transported by the sodium-iodide symporter (NIS) protein, in thyroid follicular cells. Iodide is concentrated in follicular cells up to 50 times higher than in the plasma. Iodide is metabolically oxidized by thyroid peroxidase to iodinium (I+) which in turn iodinates tyrosine residues of thyroglobulin (tri or tetra-iodinated tyrosine). The gamma emission of Iodine I 131 is imaged or counted.

    12.3 Pharmacokinetics

    Absorption
    Following oral administration of Sodium Iodide I 131 Capsules Diagnostic, 90% of the administered radioactivity of sodium iodide I 131 is systemically absorbed in the first 60 minutes.

    Distribution
    Following absorption, sodium iodide I 131 is distributed within the extra-cellular space. It is actively transported by the sodium-iodide symporter (NIS) protein and binds to thyroglobulin resulting in accumulation in the thyroid. The thyroid uptake of iodide is usually increased in hyperthyroidism and in goiter, and is decreased in hypothyroidism. Sodium iodide I 131 also accumulates in the stomach, choroid plexus, salivary glands breast, liver, gall bladder, and kidneys.

    Elimination
    Metabolism
    In thyroid follicular cells, iodide is oxidized through the action of thyroid peroxidase to iodinium (I+) which in turn iodinates tyrosine residues of thyroglobulin.

    Excretion
    Sodium iodide I 131 is excreted in urine and feces. The normal range of urinary excretion is 37% to 75% of the administered dose, varying with the thyroid and renal function of the patient. Fecal excretion is about 10%.

  • 16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING

    16.1 How Supplied

    Each capsule contains 3.70 megabecquerels (100 microCi) at time of calibration. Half of each capsule is white, while the other half is either pink, yellow, orange, grey or green according to the manufactured lot.

    • The capsules are packaged in plastic vials containing 5 capsules of the same strength and same color. (NDC: 65174-461-05).
    • Consult the color-coded decay calendar that is updated in January of each year to help you establish which colored capsules correspond to your prescribed dose: https://www.draximage.com/products/us/draximage-i-131-diagnostic-capsules/ or calculate the correct dosage from the date and time of calibration provided on the container label.
    • The calibration date and expiration date are indicated on the vial container label.

    16.2 Storage and Handling

    Store Sodium Iodide I 131 Capsules Diagnostic between 15 °C and 30 °C (59 °F and 86 °F).

    Store and dispose of Sodium Iodide I 131 Capsules Diagnostic in compliance with the appropriate regulations of the government agency authorized to license the use of this radionuclide.

    This radiopharmaceutical is approved for use by persons under license by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission or the relevant regulatory authority of an Agreement State.

  • 17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION

    Administration Instructions

    • Advise patients to hydrate before and after administration of Sodium Iodide I 131 Capsules Diagnostic and void frequently to ensure rapid excretion [see Dosage and Administration (2.2)].
    • Advise patients to fast at least 2 hours before and 2 hours after administration to ensure absorption [see Dosage and Administration (2.2)].
    • Advise patients to maintain a low-iodine diet two weeks prior to radioiodine administration and continue for several days during the uptake or imaging process [See Dosage and Administration (2.2) and Drug Interactions (7)].

    Fetal Toxicity
    Advise female patients of reproductive potential of the risk of neonatal hypothyroidism with fetal exposure [see Contraindications (4), Warnings and Precautions (5.1) and Use in Specific Populations (8.1, 8.3)].

    Lactation
    Advise women to discontinue breastfeeding after Sodium Iodide I 131 Capsules Diagnostic administration [see Use in Specific Populations (8.2)].

  • SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

    Manufactured by:
    Jubilant DraxImage Inc., Kirkland, Québec, Canada, H9H 4J4.

    Art Rev.: 2.1
    Revised: February 2020

  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - Capsule 3.7 MBq (Gray)

    capsule 3.7

  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - Capsule 3.7 MBq (Yellow)

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  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - Capsule 3.7 MBq (Orange)

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  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - Capsule 3.7 MBq (Pink)

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  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - Capsule 3.7 MBq (Green)

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  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    SODIUM IODIDE I 131 DIAGNOSTIC  
    sodium iodide i 131 capsule
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC: 65174-461
    Route of AdministrationORAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    Sodium Iodide I-131 (UNII: 29VCO8ACHH) (IODIDE ION I-131 - UNII:4GC1FOQ22U) IODIDE ION I-131100 mCi
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    Edetate Disodium (UNII: 7FLD91C86K)  
    Sodium Thiosulfate (UNII: HX1032V43M)  
    Sodium Phosphate, Dibasic, Anhydrous (UNII: 22ADO53M6F)  
    Product Characteristics
    ColorWHITE (one half is opaque white and other may be opaque pink, yellow, orange, grey or green) Scoreno score
    ShapeCAPSULE ( # 2) Size18mm
    FlavorImprint Code
    Contains    
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC: 65174-461-055 in 1 VIAL; Type 0: Not a Combination Product05/01/2006
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    NDANDA02130505/01/2006
    Labeler - Jubilant DraxImage Inc. (243604761)
    Registrant - Jubilant DraxImage Inc. (243604761)
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    Jubilant HollisterStier General Partnership246762764MANUFACTURE(65174-461)

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