Drug Detail:Terlivaz (Terlipressin [ ter-li-pres-sin ])
Generic Name: Terlipressin 0.85mg in 5mL
Dosage Form: injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution
Drug Class: Antidiuretic hormones
Important Considerations Prior to Initiating and During Therapy
Obtain baseline oxygen saturation (SpO2) prior to administering the first dose of TERLIVAZ. During treatment, monitor patient oxygen saturation using continuous pulse oximetry. Do not use TERLIVAZ treatment in patients experiencing hypoxia until hypoxia resolves [see Contraindications (4), and Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].
Assess Acute-on-Chronic Liver Failure (ACLF) Grade and volume status before initiating TERLIVAZ [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) and References (15)].
Recommended Dosage
Record last available serum creatinine (SCr) value prior to initiating treatment (baseline SCr). The recommended starting dosage is TERLIVAZ 0.85 mg every 6 hours by slow intravenous bolus injection (over 2 minutes) on Days 1 through 3. Adjust the dose on Day 4 based on changes from baseline SCr using the dosing chart (Figure 1).
Figure 1: Dosing Chart
a Baseline SCr is the last available serum creatinine before initiating treatment.
Preparation and Administration
Reconstitute each vial with 5 mL of 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection to prepare a 0.85 mg/5 mL solution. Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit.
Administer TERLIVAZ through a peripheral or central line. A dedicated central line is not required. Flush the line after TERLIVAZ administration.
If not administered immediately, store TERLIVAZ at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) for up to 48 hours. Do not freeze. The reconstituted solution does not need protection from light.
