TEPYLUTE thiotepa 10 mg/mL Injection, 1 vial — NDC 81927-105-01 (Billing 81927-0105-01)
This is a package of 1 vial of TEPYLUTE thiotepa 10 mg/mL Injection from Shorla Oncology Inc., no longer marketed (first marketed Mar 2025), no longer in the FDA NDC Directory, this package's marketing ended Sep 2026. It is this product's only package size.
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- Record
- FDA NDC Directory package listing · Human prescription drug
- Code segments
- 81927 labeler · 105 product · 01 package
- Package marketed since
- Mar 31, 2025
- Package marketing ended
- Sep 30, 2026
- Sample package
- No — commercial package
- Barcode (UPC-A, from the NDC)
- 3 8192710501 7
- FDA record last changed
- Oct 1, 2026
Identity & classification
Regulatory identifiers FDA, NLM and CMS codes for this package
Drug-database identifiers Medi-Span GPI and First Databank GCN / HICL / AHFS classification
- GSN (GCN sequence number): 086254
- GCN: 55941
- HICL (First Databank): 003898
- AHFS class code: 10:00.00.00
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- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 1, 2026
- FDA label on DailyMed · label index refreshed Oct 5, 2026
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Clinical
Thiotepa injection is used to treat certain types of ovarian cancer (cancer that begins in the female reproductive organs where eggs are formed), breast, and bladder cancer. It is also used to treat malignant effusions (a condition when fluid collects in the lungs or around the heart) that are caused by cancerous tumors. Thiotepa is in a class of medications called alkylating agents. It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells in your body.
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Patient education
Supplement & herbal interactions
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Pricing
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| Price system | Per each | Per package |
|---|---|---|
| Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly | Not in the retail survey — common for institutional, discontinued, or low-volume packs. | |
| Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo | No recent Medicaid claims on file for this NDC — rare and low-volume NDCs are suppressed in the public data. | |
| Medicare drug plans payPart D · quarterly | No Part D plan price is available for this NDC in our data. | |
| Medicare Part B allowsASP · J9341 | $36.640 / J9341 unit | — |
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- CMS NADAC weekly file
- CMS ASP pricing files · refreshed Sep 20, 2026
- CMS Medicaid State Drug Utilization Data · refreshed Oct 5, 2026
- CMS Part D plan pricing files · refreshed Sep 24, 2026
- VA National Acquisition Center price file
Billing & reimbursement
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- CMS ASP NDC-HCPCS crosswalk · refreshed Sep 22, 2026
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Packaging — all sizes for this product
| Package NDC | Description | Marketing start | Marketing end | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81927-0105-01 You're viewing this Main listing | 1 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE in 1 CARTON / 1.5 mL in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE | 2025-03-31 | Sep 30, 2026 | Discontinued by firm |
Therapeutic equivalents
| Product | Labeler | Pack | NADAC/unit | TE | Status | Price vs. this |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tepylute 10 mg/mLthis 81927-0105-01 | Shorla | 1 vial | — | — | Discontinued | — |
| Tepylute 10 mg/mL 81927-0106-01 | Shorla | 1 vial | — | — | Discontinued | — |
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- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 1, 2026
- FDA Orange Book · refreshed Oct 3, 2026
- CMS NADAC weekly file
Availability & generic status
We did not find an FDA-approved generic match for this exact strength, form and route. Patent/protection dates below may affect future generic timing.
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- Formulation (product) patent
- Covers a specific formulation or dosage form. A generic can sometimes work around it with a different formulation.
- Method-of-use patent
- A patent covering one specific approved use of the drug — not necessarily the whole molecule. A generic can sometimes launch with a “skinny label” that carves out the protected use and keeps the others.
- Skinny label
- A generic label that omits a still-patented use when the FDA allows it — letting a generic reach the market for the unprotected uses.
- Exclusivity
- FDA-granted marketing protection, separate from patents — e.g. 5-yr new chemical entity, 7-yr orphan drug, or a +6-month pediatric extension.
- Paragraph IV
- A generic applicant’s formal challenge to a listed patent. It can potentially lead to earlier generic entry, but often involves litigation or a settlement.
- RLD / RS
- Reference Listed Drug — the brand product the FDA uses as the reference for generic applications. Reference Standard — the product the FDA expects generics to compare against in bioequivalence testing.
- TE / AB rating
- FDA therapeutic-equivalence rating. An AB rating generally means the FDA considers a generic therapeutically equivalent to — and substitutable for — the brand.
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Built from the FDA Orange Book. The bars above are scaled to each protection’s expiry; the red LOE marker is the last one to lapse.
| Patent | Type | Use code | Expires |
|---|---|---|---|
| US 12622921 ↗ | Method of use | U-4530 | Aug 16, 2041 |
| US 12622921 ↗ | Method of use | U-4530 | Aug 16, 2041 |
| US 11975013 ↗ | Drug product | — | Aug 16, 2041 |
| US 11975013 ↗ | Drug product | — | Aug 16, 2041 |
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Inactive Ingredients / Excipients
Inactive ingredients, also called excipients, are components of the drug product other than the active ingredient. They may include fillers, dyes, coatings, preservatives, flavors, or other formulation ingredients.
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Manufacturer & labeler
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🚨 Boxed Warning ▾
WARNING: SEVERE MYELOSUPPRESSION and CARCINOGENICITY TEPYLUTE may cause severe marrow suppression, and high doses may cause marrow ablation with resulting infection or bleeding. Monitor hematologic laboratory parameters. [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )]. TEPYLUTE should be considered potentially carcinogenic in humans [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.7 )].
WARNING: SEVERE MYELOSUPPRESSION and CARCINOGENICITY See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning May cause severe marrow suppression or ablation with resulting infection or bleeding. Monitor hematologic laboratory parameters ( 5.1 ). Potentially carcinogenic in humans ( 5.7 ).
🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE TEPYLUTE is an alkylating drug indicated for treatment of adenocarcinoma of the breast or ovary. ( 1.1 )
1.1Adenocarcinoma of the Breast or Ovary TEPYLUTE is indicated for treatment of adenocarcinoma of the breast or ovary.
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION The recommended dose of TEPYLUTE for treatment of adenocarcinoma of the breast or ovary is 0.3 mg/kg to 0.4 mg/kg intravenously. ( 2.1 ) See full prescribing information for preparation instructions. ( 2.2 )
2.1Recommended Dosage Adenocarcinoma of the Breast or Ovary The recommended dose of TEPYLUTE for treatment of adenocarcinoma of the breast or ovary is 0.3 mg/kg to 0.4 mg/kg intravenously. Doses should be given at 1 to 4 week intervals. Initially the higher dose in the given range is commonly administered.
The maintenance dose should be adjusted weekly on the basis of pretreatment control blood counts and subsequent blood counts. Maintenance doses should not be administered more frequently than weekly.
2.2Preparation Instructions TEPYLUTE is a hazardous drug. Follow applicable special handling and disposal procedures 1 . Use aseptic technique to prepare TEPYLUTE.
Dilution in the infusion bag Remove vial from refrigerated conditions 1 hour prior to dilution. Dilute the solution in an appropriate volume of 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection to obtain a final TEPYLUTE concentration between 0.5 mg/mL and 1 mg/mL. Use a 16G needle with a Luer-lock syringe to dilute the solution.
Use the diluted TEPYLUTE infusion solution immediately. If the solution is not used immediately, store refrigerated at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) for up to 24 hours, or at room temperature 25°C (77°F) for up to 4 hours. Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit.
Use TEPYLUTE diluted solutions only if free of visible particulate matter. Filter using a 0.2 micron filter prior to administration. Filtering does not alter solution potency.
Storage of Undiluted TEPYLUTE: Single-dose vial: Each vial is intended for single-dose only. Discard any unused portion left in the vial. Multiple-dose vial: After first use, store the partially used vial in the original carton refrigerated at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) for up to 28 days.
💊 Dosage Forms and Strengths ▾
3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS Injection: 15 mg/1.5 mL (10 mg/mL) of thiotepa in a clear, colorless or almost colorless solution in single-dose vial. Injection: 100 mg/10 mL (10 mg/mL) of thiotepa in a clear, colorless or almost colorless solution in multiple-dose vial. Injection: 15 mg/1.5 mL (10 mg/mL) of thiotepa solution in single-dose vial. ( 3 ) Injection: 100 mg/10 mL (10 mg/mL) of thiotepa solution in multiple-dose vial ( 3 ).
⛔ Contraindications ▾
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS TEPYLUTE is contraindicated in: Patients with severe hypersensitivity to thiotepa [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Concomitant use with live or attenuated vaccines [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] Hypersensitivity to the active substance. ( 4 ) Concomitant use with live or attenuated vaccines. ( 4 )
⚠️ Warnings and Cautions ▾
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Cutaneous Toxicity: Cleanse skin at least twice daily through 48 hours after the last dose of TEPYLUTE. ( 5.3 ) Polyethylene Glycol 400 Toxicity: Take into consideration the PEG 400 load from concomitant medications. ( 5.8 ) Embryo-Fetal Toxicity: Can cause fetal harm. Advise females of reproductive potential of the potential risk to a fetus and to use effective contraception. ( 5.9 )
5.1Myelosuppression For patients receiving TEPYLUTE for treatment of adenocarcinoma of the breast or adenocarcinoma of the ovary, if the bone marrow has been compromised by prior irradiation or chemotherapy, or is recovering from chemotherapy, the risk of severe myelosuppression with TEPYLUTE may be increased. Perform periodic complete blood counts during the course of treatment with TEPYLUTE. Provide supportive care for infections, bleeding, and symptomatic anemia [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )] .
5.2Hypersensitivity Clinically significant hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis, have occurred following administration of thiotepa. If anaphylactic or other clinically significant allergic reaction occurs, discontinue treatment with TEPYLUTE, initiate appropriate therapy, and monitor until signs and symptoms resolve [see Contraindications ( 4 ) and Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )] .
5.3Cutaneous Toxicity TEPYLUTE and/or its active metabolites may be excreted in part via skin in patients receiving high-dose therapy. Treatment with TEPYLUTE may cause skin discoloration, pruritus, blistering, desquamation, and peeling that may be more severe in the groin, axillae, skin folds, in the neck area, and under dressings. Instruct patients to shower or bathe with water at least twice daily through 48 hours after administration of TEPYLUTE.
Change occlusive dressing and clean the covered skin at least twice daily through 48 hours after administration of TEPYLUTE. Change bed sheets daily during treatment. Skin reactions associated with accidental exposure to TEPYLUTE may occur.
Wash the skin thoroughly with soap and water in case TEPYLUTE solution contacts the skin. Flush mucous membranes in case of TEPYLUTE contact with mucous membranes.
5.4Concomitant Use of Live and Attenuated Vaccines Do not administer live or attenuated viral or bacterial vaccines to a patient treated with TEPYLUTE until the immunosuppressive effects have resolved.
5.5Hepatic Veno-Occlusive Disease Monitor by physical examination, serum transaminases and bilirubin, and provide supportive care to patients who develop hepatic veno-occlusive disease.
5.6Central Nervous System Toxicity Fatal encephalopathy has occurred in patients treated with high doses of thiotepa. Other central nervous system toxicities, such as headache, apathy, psychomotor retardation, disorientation, confusion, amnesia, hallucinations, drowsiness, somnolence, seizures, coma, inappropriate behavior and forgetfulness have been reported to occur in a dose-dependent manner during or shortly after administration of high-dose thiotepa. Do not exceed the recommended dose of TEPYLUTE.
If severe or life-threatening central nervous system toxicity occurs, discontinue administration of TEPYLUTE and provide supportive care.
5.7Carcinogenicity Like many alkylating agents, thiotepa has been reported to be carcinogenic when administered to laboratory animals [see Nonclinical Toxicity ( 13.1) ] . Carcinogenicity is shown most clearly in studies using mice, but there is some evidence of carcinogenicity in man. There is an increased risk of a secondary malignancy with use of TEPYLUTE.
5.8Polyethylene Glycol 400 Toxicity TEPYLUTE contains a high concentration of polyethylene glycol (PEG) 400. Based on findings in animals, administration of high amounts of PEG 400 may cause damage to the kidneys and liver at dosages higher than recommended. When prescribing TEPYLUTE, take into consideration the PEG 400 load from concomitant medications.
5.9Embryo-Fetal Toxicity Based on the mechanism of action and fin… [Excerpted — this section continues on DailyMed.]
🤒 Adverse Reactions ▾
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in other sections of the label: Myelosuppression [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ) ] Infection [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ) ] Hypersensitivity [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ) ] Cutaneous Toxicity [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 ) ] Hepatic Veno-Occlusive Disease [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 ) ] Central Nervous System Toxicity [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 ) ] Carcinogenicity [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.7 ) ] The most common adverse reactions (incidence greater than 10%) are neutropenia, anemia, thrombocytopenia, elevated alanine aminotransferase, elevated aspartate aminotransferase, elevated bilirubin, mucositis, cytomegalovirus infection, hemorrhage, diarrhea, hematuria and rash.
( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Shorla Oncology at 844-9-SHORLA or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch .
6.1Clinical 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 with rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. Adverse Reactions with Treatment of adenocarcinoma of the breast and adenocarcinoma of the ovary Gastrointestinal: Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, anorexia. General: Fatigue, weakness.
Febrile reaction and discharge from a subcutaneous lesion may occur as the result of breakdown of tumor tissue. Hypersensitivity Reactions: Allergic reactions - rash, urticaria, laryngeal edema, asthma, anaphylactic shock, wheezing. Local Reactions: Contact dermatitis, pain at the injection site.
Neurologic: Dizziness, headache, blurred vision. Renal: Dysuria, urinary retention, chemical cystitis or hemorrhagic cystitis. Reproductive: Amenorrhea, interference with spermatogenesis.
Respiratory: Prolonged apnea has been reported when succinylcholine was administered prior to surgery, following combined use of thiotepa and other anticancer agents. It was theorized that this was caused by decrease of pseudocholinesterase activity caused by the anticancer drugs. Skin: Dermatitis, alopecia.
Skin depigmentation has been reported following topical use. Special Senses: Conjunctivitis.
6.2Postmarketing Experience The following adverse reactions have been identified during post approval use of thiotepa. Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure. Blood and lymphatic system disorders: Febrile bone marrow aplasia.
Cardiac disorders: Bradycardia, cardiac failure congestive, cardio-respiratory arrest, pericardial effusion, pericarditis, right ventricular hypertrophy. Congenital, familial and genetic disorders: Aplasia. Ear and labyrinth disorders: Deafness.
Eye disorders: Blindness, eyelid ptosis, papilledema, strabismus. Gastrointestinal disorders: Ascites, dysphagia, enterocolitis, gastritis, palatal disorder. General disorders and administration site conditions: Device related infection, gait disturbance, malaise, multi-organ failure, pain.
Hepatobiliary disorders: Hepatomegaly. Immune system disorders: Bone marrow transplant rejection, immunosuppression. Infections and infestations: Acute sinusitis, bronchopulmonary aspergillosis, candida sepsis, enterococcal infection, Epstein-Barr virus infection, Escherichia sepsis, Fusarium infection, gastroenteritis, infection, lower respiratory tract infection fungal, lower respiratory tract infection viral, parainfluenza virus infection, Pneumonia legionella, relapsing fever, respiratory tract infection, sepsis, septic shock, Staphylococcal bacteremia, Staphylococcal infection, systemic candida, urinary tract infection.
Injury, poisoning and procedural complications: Refractoriness to platelet transfusion, sub… [Excerpted — this section continues on DailyMed.]
🔄 Drug Interactions ▾
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS
7.1Effect of Cytochrome CYP3A Inhibitors and Inducers In vitro studies suggest that thiotepa is metabolized by CYP3A4 and CYP2B6 to its active metabolite TEPA. Avoid coadministration of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., itraconazole, clarithromycin, ritonavir) and strong CYP3A4 inducers (e.g., rifampin, phenytoin) with thiotepa due to the potential effects on efficacy and toxicity [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )]. Consider alternative medications with no or minimal potential to inhibit or induce CYP3A4.
If concomitant use of strong CYP3A4 modulators cannot be avoided, closely monitor for adverse drug reactions.
7.2Effect of TEPYLUTE on Cytochrome CYP2B6 Substrates In vitro studies suggest that thiotepa inhibits CYP2B6. Thiotepa may increase the exposure of drugs that are substrates of CYP2B6 in patients; however, the clinical relevance of this in vitro interaction is unknown [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . The administration of thiotepa with cyclophosphamide in patients reduces the conversion of cyclophosphamide to the active metabolite, 4-hydroxycyclophosphamide; the effect appears sequence dependent with a greater reduction in the conversion to 4-hydroxycyclophosphamide when thiotepa is administered 1.5 hours prior to the intravenous administration of cyclophosphamide compared to administration of thiotepa after intravenous cyclophosphamide [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] .
The reduction in 4-hydroxycyclophosphamide levels may potentially reduce efficacy of cyclophosphamide treatment.
👥 Use in Specific Populations ▾
8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Lactation: Advise not to breastfeed. ( 8.2 ) Moderate or severe renal impairment: Monitor patients more frequently for toxicity. ( 8.6 , 12.3 ) Moderate or severe hepatic impairment: Monitor patients more frequently for toxicity. ( 8.7 , 12.3 )
8.1Pregnancy Risk Summary TEPYLUTE can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman based on findings from animals and the drug’s mechanism of action [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.1 )] . Limited available data with thiotepa use in pregnant women are insufficient to inform a drug-associated risk of major birth defects and miscarriage. In animal reproduction studies, administration of thiotepa to pregnant mice and rats during organogenesis produced teratogenic effects (neural tube defects and malformations of the skeletal system of the fetus) at doses approximately 0.125 and 1 times, respectively, the maximum recommended human daily dose on a mg/m 2 basis.
Thiotepa was lethal to rabbit fetuses at approximately 2 times the maximum recommended human therapeutic dose based on body-surface area [see Data] . Consider the benefits and risks of TEPYLUTE for the mother and possible risks to the fetus when prescribing TEPYLUTE to a pregnant woman. 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 is 2-4% and 15-20%, respectively. Data Animal Data Thiotepa given by the IP route in mice at doses ≥ 1 mg/kg (3.2 mg/m 2 ), approximately 8-fold less than the maximum recommended human therapeutic dose based on body-surface area, and in rats at doses ≥ 3 mg/kg (21 mg/m 2 ), approximately equal to the maximum recommended human therapeutic dose based on body-surface area, resulted in various malformations including neural tube defects, omphalocele, renal agenesis, atresia ani, limb and digit defects, cleft palate, micrognathia, other skeletal anomalies in the skull, vertebrae and ribs, and reduced skeletal ossification.
Thiotepa was lethal to rabbit fetuses at a dose of 3 mg/kg (41 mg/m 2 ), approximately 2 times the maximum recommended human therapeutic dose based on body-surface area.
8.2Lactation Risk Summary There is no information regarding the presence of thiotepa in human milk, the effects on the breastfed infant, or the effects on milk production. Because of the potential for serious adverse reactions, including the potential for tumorigenicity shown for thiotepa in animal studies, advise patients not to breastfeed during TEPYLUTE treatment and for 1 week after the last dose.
8.3Females and Males of Reproductive Potential TEPYLUTE can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.1 )] . Pregnancy testing Verify the pregnancy status of females of reproductive potential prior to initiating TEPYLUTE therapy. Contraception Females Advise females of reproductive potential to avoid pregnancy during TEPYLUTE treatment and for 6 months after the last dose of TEPYLUTE.
Advise females to immediately report pregnancy [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.1 )]. Males TEPYLUTE may damage spermatozoa and testicular tissue, resulting in possible genetic abnormalities. Males with female sexual partners of reproductive potential should use effective contraception during TEPYLUTE treatment and for 1 year after the last dose of TEPYLUTE [see Nonclinical Toxicology ( 13.1 )].
Infertility Based on nonclinical findings, male and female fertility may be compromised by treatment with TEPYLUTE. Inform male patients about the possibility of sperm conservation before the start of therapy [see Nonclinical Toxicology ( 13.1 )].
8.4Pediatric Use Safety and effectiveness of TEPYLUTE in neonates have not been established. Safety and effectiveness of TEPYLUTE for treatment of adenocarcinoma of the breast and adenocarcinoma of the ovary in pediatric… [Excerpted — this section continues on DailyMed.]
🤰 Pregnancy ▾
8.1Pregnancy Risk Summary TEPYLUTE can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman based on findings from animals and the drug’s mechanism of action [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.1 )] . Limited available data with thiotepa use in pregnant women are insufficient to inform a drug-associated risk of major birth defects and miscarriage. In animal reproduction studies, administration of thiotepa to pregnant mice and rats during organogenesis produced teratogenic effects (neural tube defects and malformations of the skeletal system of the fetus) at doses approximately 0.125 and 1 times, respectively, the maximum recommended human daily dose on a mg/m 2 basis.
Thiotepa was lethal to rabbit fetuses at approximately 2 times the maximum recommended human therapeutic dose based on body-surface area [see Data] . Consider the benefits and risks of TEPYLUTE for the mother and possible risks to the fetus when prescribing TEPYLUTE to a pregnant woman. 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 is 2-4% and 15-20%, respectively. Data Animal Data Thiotepa given by the IP route in mice at doses ≥ 1 mg/kg (3.2 mg/m 2 ), approximately 8-fold less than the maximum recommended human therapeutic dose based on body-surface area, and in rats at doses ≥ 3 mg/kg (21 mg/m 2 ), approximately equal to the maximum recommended human therapeutic dose based on body-surface area, resulted in various malformations including neural tube defects, omphalocele, renal agenesis, atresia ani, limb and digit defects, cleft palate, micrognathia, other skeletal anomalies in the skull, vertebrae and ribs, and reduced skeletal ossification.
Thiotepa was lethal to rabbit fetuses at a dose of 3 mg/kg (41 mg/m 2 ), approximately 2 times the maximum recommended human therapeutic dose based on body-surface area.
🧒 Pediatric Use ▾
8.4Pediatric Use Safety and effectiveness of TEPYLUTE in neonates have not been established. Safety and effectiveness of TEPYLUTE for treatment of adenocarcinoma of the breast and adenocarcinoma of the ovary in pediatric patients have not been established.
🧓 Geriatric Use ▾
8.5Geriatric Use Clinical studies of thiotepa for treatment of adenocarcinoma of the breast and adenocarcinoma of the ovary did not include sufficient numbers of subjects aged 65 and over to determine whether elderly subjects respond differently from younger subjects, and other reported clinical experience has not identified differences in responses between the elderly and younger patients. In general, dose selection for an elderly patient should be cautious, usually starting at the low end of the dosing range, reflecting the greater frequency of decreasing hepatic, renal or cardiac function, and of concomitant disease or other drug therapy.
🆘 Overdosage ▾
10 OVERDOSAGE There is no experience with overdoses of thiotepa. The most important adverse reactions expected in case of overdose are myeloablation and pancytopenia [see Nonclinical Toxicology ( 13.1 )] . There is no known antidote for thiotepa. Monitor the hematological status closely and provide vigorous supportive measures as medically indicated.
🧬 Clinical Pharmacology ▾
12 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
12.1Mechanism of Action Thiotepa is an alkylating drug of the polyfunctional type, related chemically and pharmacologically to the nitrogen mustard. The radiomimetic action of thiotepa is believed to occur through the release of ethyleneimine radicals which, like irradiation, disrupt the bonds of DNA. One of the principle bond disruptions is initiated by alkylation of guanine at the N-7 position, which severs the linkage between the purine base and the sugar and liberates alkylated guanines.
12.3Pharmacokinetics Absorption Thiotepa reached maximal concentrations close to the end of infusion following an intravenous infusion. Distribution The binding of thiotepa to plasma proteins is approximately 10% to 20%. In adults administered intravenous thiotepa between 20 mg to 250 mg/m 2 as an intravenous bolus or infusion up to 4 hours, the mean volume of distribution of thiotepa ranged from
1.0 L/kg (30%) to
1.9L/kg (17%). Elimination In adults administered intravenous thiotepa between 20 mg to 250 mg/m 2 as an intravenous bolus or infusion up to 4 hours, the mean thiotepa clearance ranged from
14.6 L/hr/m 2 (23%) to
27.9L/hr/m 2 (69%). In adult population, the mean terminal elimination half-life ranged from 1.4 hours (7%) to 3.7 hours (14%) for thiotepa and from 4.9 hours to 17.6 hours (20%) for TEPA. Metabolism Thiotepa undergoes hepatic metabolism.
In vitro data suggests that CYP3A4 and CYP2B6 may be responsible for the metabolism of thiotepa to TEPA, a major active metabolite. Excretion In adult patients, urinary excretion of thiotepa accounted for less than 2% of the dose and TEPA accounted for 11% or less of the dose. Specific Populations Hepatic Impairment The exposure (as measured by area under the curve (AUC)) of thiotepa increased by 1.6-fold and 1.8-fold following administration of multiple thiotepa doses of 7 mg/kg administered every 2 days with cyclophosphamide in two adult patients who had liver metastases with moderate hepatic impairment compared to the exposure observed in one patient with normal hepatic function.
The effect of severe hepatic impairment on thiotepa exposure is unknown. Renal Impairment The exposure (as measured by AUC) of thiotepa increased by 1.4-fold and TEPA increased by 2.6-fold following administration of multiple doses of 120 mg/m 2 /day in one patient with moderate renal impairment (CLcr = 38 mL/min) administered cyclophosphamide plus thiotepa plus carboplatin, compared to exposure of thiotepa in patients with normal renal function. The effects of severe renal impairment or end-stage renal disease on thiotepa exposure are unknown.
Drug Interactions The clinical relevance of in vitro inhibition of the cytochrome P450 enzymes described below is unknown, but it cannot be excluded that the systemic exposure of thiotepa or medicinal products that are substrates for these enzymes may be affected with concomitant administration with TEPYLUTE. Effect of Cytochrome P450 Modulators on Thiotepa In vitro data demonstrates that CYP3A4 and CYP2B6 inhibitors decrease the metabolism of thiotepa [see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 )] . Effect of Thiotepa on Cytochrome P450 2B6 In vitro data demonstrates that thiotepa inhibits CYP2B6.
Effect of Thiotepa on Cyclophosphamide The administration of thiotepa 1.5 hours prior to intravenous cyclophosphamide in patients administered cyclophosphamide plus thiotepa plus carboplatin decreased the AUC of 4-hydroxycyclophosphamide by 26% and maximal concentrations of 4-hydroxycyclophosphamide by 62%, compared to administration of cyclophosphamide prior to thiotepa.
🧬 Mechanism of Action ▾
12.1Mechanism of Action Thiotepa is an alkylating drug of the polyfunctional type, related chemically and pharmacologically to the nitrogen mustard. The radiomimetic action of thiotepa is believed to occur through the release of ethyleneimine radicals which, like irradiation, disrupt the bonds of DNA. One of the principle bond disruptions is initiated by alkylation of guanine at the N-7 position, which severs the linkage between the purine base and the sugar and liberates alkylated guanines.
📦 How Supplied / Storage and Handling ▾
16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING How Supplied TEPYLUTE injection is supplied as a clear, colorless or almost colorless solution. The vial stopper is not made with natural rubber latex. TEPYLUTE Injection NDC Number Strength Vial Presentation 81927-105-01 15 mg/ 1.5 mL (10 mg/mL) Single-dose vial, carton of 1 81927-106-01 100 mg/ 10 mL (10 mg/mL) Multiple-dose vial, carton of 1 Storage and Handling TEPYLUTE injection vials must be stored and transported refrigerated at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F).
Do not freeze. TEPYLUTE injection is a hazardous drug. Follow applicable special handling and disposal procedures 1 .
How Supplied TEPYLUTE injection is supplied as a clear, colorless or almost colorless solution. The vial stopper is not made with natural rubber latex. TEPYLUTE Injection NDC Number Strength Vial Presentation 81927-105-01 15 mg/ 1.5 mL (10 mg/mL) Single-dose vial, carton of 1 81927-106-01 100 mg/ 10 mL (10 mg/mL) Multiple-dose vial, carton of 1
📦 Storage and Handling ▾
Storage and Handling TEPYLUTE injection vials must be stored and transported refrigerated at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F). Do not freeze. TEPYLUTE injection is a hazardous drug. Follow applicable special handling and disposal procedures 1 .
📋 Description ▾
11 DESCRIPTION TEPYLUTE injection contains thiotepa, an alkylating drug. The chemical name for thiotepa is Tris(1-aziridinyl)phosphine sulfide. Thiotepa has the following structural formula: Thiotepa has the molecular formula C 6 H 12 N 3 PS, and a molecular weight of 189.23, and it appears as fine, white crystalline flakes, with a melting range of 52°C to 57°C.
It is soluble in water and organic solvents. Thiotepa is unstable in acid medium. TEPYLUTE (thiotepa) injection is supplied as a sterile solution for intravenous use after dilution.
When diluted in water, the resulting solution has a pH of approximately 5.5 to 7.5. TEPYLUTE injection is a 10 mg/mL solution available as: 15 mg/1.5 mL strength single-dose vial contains 15 mg thiotepa and 1.7 g of polyethylene glycol 400 100 mg/10 mL strength multiple-dose vial contains 100 mg thiotepa and 11.3 g of polyethylene glycol 400 structural formula
💬 Information for Patients ▾
17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION Hypersensitivity Counsel patients on the signs and symptoms of hypersensitivity and to seek immediate emergency assistance if they develop any of these signs and symptoms [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] . Myelosuppression Inform patients of the possibility of developing low blood cell counts and the need for hematopoietic progenitor cell infusion. Instruct patients to immediately report to their healthcare provider if bleeding or fever occurs [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] .
Embryo-Fetal Toxicity Advise pregnant women and females of reproductive potential of the potential risk to a fetus. Advise females of reproductive potential to inform their healthcare provider if they are pregnant or become pregnant. Advise females of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with TEPYLUTE and for 6 months after the last dose [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.7 ), Use in Specific Populations ( 8.1 , 8.3 )] .
Advise males with female partners of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during TEPYLUTE treatment and for 1 year after the last dose of TEPYLUTE [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.3 )] . Advise patients that TEPYLUTE can produce infertility. Inform male patients about the possibility of sperm conservation before the start of therapy [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.3 )] .
Lactation Advise women not to breastfeed while receiving TEPYLUTE and for 1 week after the last dose [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.2 )] . Secondary malignancies Inform patients that TEPYLUTE can increase the risk of secondary malignancy [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] . Manufactured by: AqVida GmbH, Dassow, Germany Distributed by: Shorla Oncology Inc., Cambridge, MA 02142, USA Patent Information: U.S.
Patent: 11,975,013 Version: THTGIUS008
🧬 Pharmacokinetics ▾
12.3Pharmacokinetics Absorption Thiotepa reached maximal concentrations close to the end of infusion following an intravenous infusion. Distribution The binding of thiotepa to plasma proteins is approximately 10% to 20%. In adults administered intravenous thiotepa between 20 mg to 250 mg/m 2 as an intravenous bolus or infusion up to 4 hours, the mean volume of distribution of thiotepa ranged from
1.0 L/kg (30%) to
1.9L/kg (17%). Elimination In adults administered intravenous thiotepa between 20 mg to 250 mg/m 2 as an intravenous bolus or infusion up to 4 hours, the mean thiotepa clearance ranged from
14.6 L/hr/m 2 (23%) to
27.9L/hr/m 2 (69%). In adult population, the mean terminal elimination half-life ranged from 1.4 hours (7%) to 3.7 hours (14%) for thiotepa and from 4.9 hours to 17.6 hours (20%) for TEPA. Metabolism Thiotepa undergoes hepatic metabolism.
In vitro data suggests that CYP3A4 and CYP2B6 may be responsible for the metabolism of thiotepa to TEPA, a major active metabolite. Excretion In adult patients, urinary excretion of thiotepa accounted for less than 2% of the dose and TEPA accounted for 11% or less of the dose. Specific Populations Hepatic Impairment The exposure (as measured by area under the curve (AUC)) of thiotepa increased by 1.6-fold and 1.8-fold following administration of multiple thiotepa doses of 7 mg/kg administered every 2 days with cyclophosphamide in two adult patients who had liver metastases with moderate hepatic impairment compared to the exposure observed in one patient with normal hepatic function.
The effect of severe hepatic impairment on thiotepa exposure is unknown. Renal Impairment The exposure (as measured by AUC) of thiotepa increased by 1.4-fold and TEPA increased by 2.6-fold following administration of multiple doses of 120 mg/m 2 /day in one patient with moderate renal impairment (CLcr = 38 mL/min) administered cyclophosphamide plus thiotepa plus carboplatin, compared to exposure of thiotepa in patients with normal renal function. The effects of severe renal impairment or end-stage renal disease on thiotepa exposure are unknown.
Drug Interactions The clinical relevance of in vitro inhibition of the cytochrome P450 enzymes described below is unknown, but it cannot be excluded that the systemic exposure of thiotepa or medicinal products that are substrates for these enzymes may be affected with concomitant administration with TEPYLUTE. Effect of Cytochrome P450 Modulators on Thiotepa In vitro data demonstrates that CYP3A4 and CYP2B6 inhibitors decrease the metabolism of thiotepa [see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 )] . Effect of Thiotepa on Cytochrome P450 2B6 In vitro data demonstrates that thiotepa inhibits CYP2B6.
Effect of Thiotepa on Cyclophosphamide The administration of thiotepa 1.5 hours prior to intravenous cyclophosphamide in patients administered cyclophosphamide plus thiotepa plus carboplatin decreased the AUC of 4-hydroxycyclophosphamide by 26% and maximal concentrations of 4-hydroxycyclophosphamide by 62%, compared to administration of cyclophosphamide prior to thiotepa.
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13 NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY
13.1Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility In mice, repeated intraperitoneal (IP) administration of thiotepa (1.15 or 2.3 mg/kg three times per week for 52 or 43 weeks, respectively) produced a significant increase in the combined incidence of squamous-cell carcinomas of the skin, preputial gland, and ear canal, and combined incidence of lymphoma and lymphocytic leukemia. In other studies in mice, repeated IP administration of thiotepa (4 or 8 mg/kg three times per week for 4 weeks followed by a 20 week observation period or 1.8 mg/kg three times per week for 4 weeks followed by a 35 week observation period) resulted in an increased incidence of lung tumors.
In rats, repeated IP administration of thiotepa (0.7 or 1.4 mg/kg three times per week for 52 or 34 weeks, respectively) produced significant increases in the incidence of squamous-cell carcinomas of the skin or ear canal, combined hematopoietic neoplasms, and uterine adenocarcinomas. Thiotepa given intravenously (IV) to rats (1 mg/kg once per week for 52 weeks) produced an increased incidence of malignant tumors (abdominal cavity sarcoma, lymphosarcoma myelosis, seminoma, fibrosarcoma, salivary gland hemangioendothelioma, mammary sarcoma, pheochromocytoma) and benign tumors.
The lowest reported carcinogenic dose in mice (1.15 mg/kg, 3.68 mg/m 2 ) is approximately 7-fold less than the maximum recommended human therapeutic dose based on body-surface area. The lowest reported carcinogenic dose in rats (0.7 mg/kg, 4.9 mg/m 2 ) is approximately 6-fold less than the maximum recommended human therapeutic dose based on body-surface area. Thiotepa was mutagenic in in vitro assays in Salmonella typhimurium , E coli , Chinese hamster lung and human lymphocytes.
Chromosomal aberrations and sister chromatid exchanges were observed in vitro with thiotepa in bean root tips, human lymphocytes, Chinese hamster lung, and monkey lymphocytes. Mutations were observed with oral thiotepa in mouse at doses > 2.5 mg/kg (8 mg/m 2 ). The mouse micronucleus test was positive with intraperitoneal administration of > 1 mg/kg (3.2 mg/m 2 ).
Other positive in vivo chromosomal aberration or mutation assays included Drosophila melanogaster , Chinese hamster marrow, murine marrow, monkey lymphocyte, and murine germ cell. Thiotepa impaired fertility in male mice at oral or intraperitoneal doses ≥ 0.7 mg/kg (2.24 mg/m 2 ), approximately 12-fold less than the maximum recommended human therapeutic dose based on body-surface area. Thiotepa (0.5 mg) inhibited implantation in female rats when instilled into the uterine cavity.
Thiotepa interfered with spermatogenesis in mice at IP doses ≥ 0.5 mg/kg (1.6 mg/m 2 ), approximately 17-fold less than the maximum recommended human therapeutic dose based on body-surface area. Thiotepa interfered with spermatogenesis in hamsters at an IP dose of 1 mg/kg (4.1 mg/m 2 ), approximately 7-fold less than the maximum recommended human therapeutic dose based on body-surface area.
📄 Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility ▾
13.1Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility In mice, repeated intraperitoneal (IP) administration of thiotepa (1.15 or 2.3 mg/kg three times per week for 52 or 43 weeks, respectively) produced a significant increase in the combined incidence of squamous-cell carcinomas of the skin, preputial gland, and ear canal, and combined incidence of lymphoma and lymphocytic leukemia. In other studies in mice, repeated IP administration of thiotepa (4 or 8 mg/kg three times per week for 4 weeks followed by a 20 week observation period or 1.8 mg/kg three times per week for 4 weeks followed by a 35 week observation period) resulted in an increased incidence of lung tumors.
In rats, repeated IP administration of thiotepa (0.7 or 1.4 mg/kg three times per week for 52 or 34 weeks, respectively) produced significant increases in the incidence of squamous-cell carcinomas of the skin or ear canal, combined hematopoietic neoplasms, and uterine adenocarcinomas. Thiotepa given intravenously (IV) to rats (1 mg/kg once per week for 52 weeks) produced an increased incidence of malignant tumors (abdominal cavity sarcoma, lymphosarcoma myelosis, seminoma, fibrosarcoma, salivary gland hemangioendothelioma, mammary sarcoma, pheochromocytoma) and benign tumors.
The lowest reported carcinogenic dose in mice (1.15 mg/kg, 3.68 mg/m 2 ) is approximately 7-fold less than the maximum recommended human therapeutic dose based on body-surface area. The lowest reported carcinogenic dose in rats (0.7 mg/kg, 4.9 mg/m 2 ) is approximately 6-fold less than the maximum recommended human therapeutic dose based on body-surface area. Thiotepa was mutagenic in in vitro assays in Salmonella typhimurium , E coli , Chinese hamster lung and human lymphocytes.
Chromosomal aberrations and sister chromatid exchanges were observed in vitro with thiotepa in bean root tips, human lymphocytes, Chinese hamster lung, and monkey lymphocytes. Mutations were observed with oral thiotepa in mouse at doses > 2.5 mg/kg (8 mg/m 2 ). The mouse micronucleus test was positive with intraperitoneal administration of > 1 mg/kg (3.2 mg/m 2 ).
Other positive in vivo chromosomal aberration or mutation assays included Drosophila melanogaster , Chinese hamster marrow, murine marrow, monkey lymphocyte, and murine germ cell. Thiotepa impaired fertility in male mice at oral or intraperitoneal doses ≥ 0.7 mg/kg (2.24 mg/m 2 ), approximately 12-fold less than the maximum recommended human therapeutic dose based on body-surface area. Thiotepa (0.5 mg) inhibited implantation in female rats when instilled into the uterine cavity.
Thiotepa interfered with spermatogenesis in mice at IP doses ≥ 0.5 mg/kg (1.6 mg/m 2 ), approximately 17-fold less than the maximum recommended human therapeutic dose based on body-surface area. Thiotepa interfered with spermatogenesis in hamsters at an IP dose of 1 mg/kg (4.1 mg/m 2 ), approximately 7-fold less than the maximum recommended human therapeutic dose based on body-surface area.
📚 References ▾
15 REFERENCES 1. OSHA Hazardous Drugs. OSHA. [Accessed from http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/hazardousdrugs/index.html] .
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Dosage and Administration ( 2.2 ) 7/2025
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