iopamidol

WARNING: RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH INTRATHECAL ADMINISTRATION Intrathecal administration, even if inadvertent, can cause death, convulsions, cerebral hemorrhage, coma, paralysis, arachnoiditis, acute renal failure, cardiac arrest, seizures, rhabdomyolysis, hyperthermia, and brain edema [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . Iopamidol Injection, USP is for intra-arterial or intravenous use only [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.1 )] . WARNING: RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH INTRATHECAL ADMINISTRATION See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning.

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Hypersensitivity Reactions: Life-threatening or fatal reactions can occur. Always have emergency resuscitation equipment and trained personnel available. ( 5.2 ) Acute Kidney Injury: Acute injury including renal failure can occur. Use the lowest dose and maintain adequate hydration to minimize risk. ( 5.3 ) Cardiovascular Adverse Reactions: Hemodynamic disturbances including shock and cardiac arrest may occur during or after iopamidol injection administration. ( 5.4 ) Thyroid Dysfunction in Pediatric Patients 0 Years to 3 Years of Age: Individualize thyroid function monitoring based on risk factors such as prematurity. ( 5.8 ) 5.1 Risks Associated with Intrathecal Administration Intrathecal administration, even if inadvertent, can cause death, convulsions, cerebral hemorrhage, coma, paralysis, arachnoiditis, acute renal failure, cardiac arrest, seizures, rhabdomyolysis, hyperthermia, and brain edema. Iopamidol injection is for intra-arterial or intravenous use only and must not be administered intrathecally [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.1 )]. 5.2 Hypersensitivity Reactions Iopamidol injection can cause life-threatening or fatal hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis. Manifestations include respiratory arrest, laryngospasm, bronchospasm, angioedema, and shock [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.2 )] . Most severe reactions develop shortly after the start of injection (e.g., within 1 to 3 minutes), but delayed reactions can also occur. There is increased risk of hypersensitivity reactions in patients with a history of previous reactions to contrast agents, and allergic disorders (i.e., bronchial asthma, allergic rhinitis, and food allergies) or other hypersensitivities. Premedication with antihistamines or corticosteroids to avoid or minimize possible allergic reactions does not prevent serious life-threatening reactions but may reduce both their incidence and severity. Obtain a history of allergy, hypersensitivity, or hypersensitivity reactions to iodinated contrast agents and always have emergency resuscitation equipment and trained personnel available prior to iopamidol injection administration. Monitor all patients for hypersensitivity reactions. 5.3 Acute Kidney Injury Acute kidney injury, including renal failure, may occur after iopamidol injection administration. Risk factors include: pre-existing renal insufficiency, dehydration, diabetes mellitus, congestive heart failure, advanced vascular disease, elderly age, concomitant use of nephrotoxic or diuretic medications, multiple myeloma or other paraproteinemias, and repetitive or large doses of iopamidol injection. Use the lowest necessary dose of iopamidol injection in patients with renal impairment. Adequately hydrate patients prior to and following iopamidol injection administration. Do not use laxatives, diuretics, or preparatory dehydration prior to iopamidol injection administration. 5.4 Cardiovascular Adverse Reactions Iopamidol injection increases the circulatory osmotic load and may induce acute or delayed hemodynamic disturbances in patients with congestive heart failure, severely impaired renal function, combined renal and hepatic disease, and combined renal and cardiac disease, particularly when repetitive or large doses are administered. Fatal cardiovascular reactions have occurred mostly within 10 minutes of iopamidol injection; the main feature was cardiac arrest with cardiovascular disease as the main underlying factor. Hypotensive collapse and shock have occurred. Cardiac decompensation, serious arrhythmias, and myocardial ischemia or infarction can occur during coronary arteriography and ventriculography. The administration of iopamidol injection may cause pulmonary edema in patients with heart failure. Based upon published reports, deaths associated with the administration of iodinated contrast agents range from 6.6 per 1 million (0.00066 percent) to 1 in 10,000 patients (0.01 percent). Use the lowest necessary dose of iopamidol injection in patients with congestive heart failure and always have emergency resuscitation equipment and trained personnel available. Monitor all patients for severe cardiovascular reactions. 5.5 Thromboembolic Events Serious, in some cases fatal, thromboembolic events, including myocardial infarction and stroke, can occur during angiographic procedures. During these procedures, increased thrombosis and activation of the complement system occurs. Risk factors for developing thromboembolic events include: length of procedure, catheter and syringe material, underlying disease state, and concomitant medications. To minimize thromboembolic events, use meticulous angiographic techniques and minimize the length of the procedure. Avoid blood remaining in contact with syringes containing iodinated contrast agents, which increases risk of clotting. Avoid angiocardiography in patients with homocystinuria because of the risk of inducing thrombosis and embolism. 5.6 Extravasation and Injection Site Reactions Extravasation can occur with iopamidol injection administration, particularly in patients with severe arterial or venous disease. Inflammation, blistering, skin necrosis, and compartment syndrome have been reported following extravasation. In addition, injection site reactions such as pain and swelling at the injection site can also occur [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.2 )] . Ensure intravascular placement of catheters prior to injection. Monitor patients for extravasation and advise patients to seek medical care for progression of symptoms. 5.7 Thyroid Storm in Patients with Hyperthyroidism Thyroid storm has occurred after the intravascular use of iodinated agents in patients with hyperthyroidism or with an autonomously functioning thyroid nodule. Evaluate the risk in such patients before use of iopamidol injection 5.8 Thyroid Dysfunction in Pediatric Patients 0 Years to 3 Years of Age Thyroid dysfunction characterized by hypothyroidism or transient thyroid suppression has been reported after both single exposure and multiple exposures to iodinated contrast agents in pediatric patients 0 years to 3 years of age. Younger age, very low birth weight, prematurity, underlying medical conditions affecting thyroid function, admission to neonatal or pediatric intensive care units, and congenital cardiac conditions are associated with an increased risk of hypothyroidism after iodinated contrast agent exposure. Pediatric patients with congenital cardiac conditions may be at greatest risk given that they often require high doses of contrast during invasive cardiac procedures. An underactive thyroid during early life may be harmful for cognitive and neurological development and may require thyroid hormone replacement therapy. After exposure to iodinated contrast agents, individualize thyroid function monitoring based on underlying risk factors, especially in term and preterm neonates. 5.9 Hypertensive Crisis in Patients with Pheochromocytoma Hypertensive crisis in patients with pheochromocytoma has occurred with iodinated contrast agents. Closely monitor patients when administering iopamidol injection if pheochromocytoma or catecholamine-secreting paragangliomas are suspected. Inject the minimum amount of iopamidol injection necessary and have measures for treatment of hypertensive crisis readily available. 5.10 Sickle Cell Crisis in Patients with Sickle Cell Disease Iodinated contrast agents can promote sickling in individuals who are homozygous for sickle cell disease. Hydrate patients prior to and following iopamidol injection administration and use only if the necessary imaging information cannot be obtained with alternative imaging modalities. 5.11 Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions Severe cutaneous adverse reactions (SCAR) may develop from 1 hour to several weeks after intravascular contrast agent administration. These reactions include Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis (SJS/TEN), acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP), and drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS). Reaction severity may increase and time to onset may decrease with repeat administration of a contrast agent; prophylactic medications may not prevent or mitigate severe cutaneous adverse reactions. Avoid administering iopamidol injection to patients with a history of a severe cutaneous adverse reaction to iopamidol injection. 5.12 Interference with Laboratory Tests Iopamidol injection can interfere with protein-bound iodine test [see Drug Interactions ( 7.2 )] .

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are described in greater detail in other sections: Risks Associated with Intrathecal Administration [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Acute Kidney Injury [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] Cardiovascular Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] Thromboembolic Events [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] Extravasation and Injection Site Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )] Thyroid Dysfunction in Pediatric Patients 0 to 3 Years of Age [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.8 )] Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.11 )] Most common adverse reactions (incidence >1%) are pain, hot flashes, burning sensation, nausea, and warmth. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Slate Run Pharmaceuticals, Inc. at 1-888-341-9214 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. Adverse Reactions in Adults The safety of iopamidol injection was evaluated in 2,246 adult patients receiving iopamidol injection by intra-arterial or intravenous route in clinical studies. Table 4 shows the common adverse reactions (>1%). Table 4: Adverse Reactions Reported in >1% of Patients Receiving Intra-arterial or Intravenous Injection of Iopamidol in Clinical Studies Adverse Reaction Iopamidol Injection (N=2,246) % Pain 2.8 Hot flashes 1.5 Burning sensation 1.4 Nausea 1.2 Warmth 1.1 The following adverse reactions occurred in ≤ 1% of patients receiving intra-arterial or intravenous injection of iopamidol injection: Cardiovascular disorders : tachycardia, hypotension, hypertension, myocardial ischemia, circulatory collapse, S-T segment depression, bigeminy, extrasystoles, ventricular fibrillation, angina pectoris, bradycardia, transient ischemic attack, thrombophlebitis Gastrointestinal disorders : vomiting, anorexia General disorders : headache, fever, chills, excessive sweating, back spasm Nervous system disorders : vasovagal reaction, tingling in arms, grimace, faintness Renal and urinary disorders : urinary retention Respiratory : throat constriction, dyspnea, pulmonary edema Skin and subcutaneous tissues : rash, urticaria, pruritus, flushing Special senses : taste alterations, nasal congestion, visual disturbances Adverse Reactions in Pediatric Patients In a clinical trial with 76 pediatric patients undergoing angiocardiography, two adverse reactions (2.6%) were reported: worsening cyanosis and worsening peripheral perfusion. 6.2 Postmarketing Experience The following adverse reactions have been identified during post approval use of iopamidol injection. Because the reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or to establish a causal relationship to drug exposure. Blood and lymphatic system disorders : thrombocytopenia Cardiovascular disorders : cardiopulmonary arrest, cardiac decompensation, arrhythmias, myocardial infarction, shock, electrocardiographic changes (e.g., increased QTc, increased R-R, increased T-wave amplitude), decreased systolic pressure, deep vein thrombosis, arterial spasms, vasodilation, chest pain, pallor Endocrine disorders : hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism Eye disorders : lacrimation increased, conjunctivitis, eye pruritus, transient blindness, visual disturbance, photophobia Gastrointestinal disorders : retching, abdominal pain, salivary hypersecretion, salivary gland enlargement General disorders and administration site conditions : injection site pain, malaise Immune system disorders : anaphylaxis characterized by cardiovascular, respiratory, and cutaneous manifestations (e.g., chest tightness, laryngeal edema, periorbital edema, facial edema); delayed hypersensitivity reactions including generalized maculopapular rash,erythema, pruritus, localized blistering, skin peeling Musculoskeletal disorders : compartment syndrome following extravasation, muscle spasm, musculoskeletal pain, muscular weakness Nervous system disorders : coma, seizure, tremors, syncope, depressed level of consciousness or loss of consciousness, encephalopathy Psychiatric disorders : confusional state Respiratory system disorders : respiratory arrest, respiratory failure, acute respiratory distress syndrome, respiratory distress, apnea, asthma, sneezing, choking, laryngeal edema, bronchospasm, rhinitis Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders : Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis (SJS/TEN), acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP), erythema multiforme and drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS), skin necrosis, face edema

<table width="100%" styleCode="Noautorules"><col width="25%"/><col width="27%"/><tbody><tr><td styleCode="Rrule Botrule Lrule Toprule " valign="top"><paragraph><content styleCode="bold">Adverse Reaction</content></paragraph></td><td align="center" styleCode="Rrule Botrule Lrule Toprule " valign="top"><paragraph><content styleCode="bold">Iopamidol Injection</content></paragraph><paragraph><content styleCode="bold">(N=2,246)</content></paragraph><paragraph><content styleCode="bold">%</content></paragraph></td></tr><tr><td styleCode="Rrule Lrule Botrule " valign="top"><paragraph>Pain</paragraph></td><td align="center" styleCode="Rrule Lrule Toprule Botrule " valign="top"><paragraph>2.8</paragraph></td></tr><tr><td styleCode="Rrule Lrule Botrule " valign="top"><paragraph>Hot flashes</paragraph></td><td align="center" styleCode="Rrule Lrule Toprule Botrule " valign="top"><paragraph>1.5</paragraph></td></tr><tr><td styleCode="Rrule Lrule Botrule " valign="top"><paragraph>Burning sensation</paragraph></td><td align="center" styleCode="Rrule Lrule Toprule Botrule " valign="top"><paragraph>1.4</paragraph></td></tr><tr><td styleCode="Rrule Lrule Botrule " valign="top"><paragraph>Nausea</paragraph></td><td align="center" styleCode="Rrule Lrule Toprule Botrule " valign="top"><paragraph>1.2</paragraph></td></tr><tr><td styleCode="Rrule Botrule Lrule Toprule " valign="top"><paragraph>Warmth</paragraph></td><td align="center" styleCode="Rrule Botrule Lrule Toprule " valign="top"><paragraph>1.1</paragraph></td></tr></tbody></table>