This medication is used to treat bladder and urinary
tract cancer. It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer
cells.
Read the Patient Information Leaflet if available from
your pharmacist before you start using enfortumab vedotin and each time you
get a treatment. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or
pharmacist.
This medication is given by slow injection into a vein
by a healthcare provider, usually over 30 minutes. Your doctor may direct
you to receive this medication on certain days in a treatment cycle.
Carefully follow your doctor's instructions.
The dosage is based on your medical condition, weight,
and response to treatment.
Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit
from it. To help you remember, mark your calendar with a
reminder.
See also Warning section.
Numbness/tingling in your hands/feet, muscle weakness,
tiredness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, change in how food
tastes, blurred vision, or dry eyes may occur. If any of these effects last
or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Nausea and vomiting can be severe. In some cases, your
doctor may prescribe medication to prevent or relieve nausea and vomiting.
Eating several small meals, not eating before treatment, or limiting
activity may help lessen some of these effects.
To prevent or treat dry eyes, your doctor may direct you
to use an eye lubricant, such as artificial tears. Ask your doctor or
pharmacist for more information.
Temporary hair loss may occur. Normal hair growth should
return after treatment has ended.
People using this medication may have serious side
effects. However, you have been prescribed this drug because your doctor
has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side
effects. Careful monitoring by your doctor may decrease your
risk.
Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side
effects, including:
This medication may rarely make your blood sugar rise,
which can cause or worsen diabetes. Tell your doctor right away if you have
symptoms of high blood sugar, such as increased thirst/urination. If you
already have diabetes, check your blood sugar regularly as directed and
share the results with your doctor. Your doctor may need to adjust your
diabetes medication, exercise program, or diet.
Leakage of medication around the injection site can
happen right after you receive an injection, but sometimes may happen days
after the injection. Tell your health care provider right away if you have
redness, swelling, itching, or irritation at the injection
site.
This medication may lower your ability to fight
infections. This may make you more likely to get a serious (rarely fatal)
infection or make any infection you have worse. Tell your doctor right away
if you have any signs of infection (such as sore throat that doesn't go
away, fever, chills, cough).
Get medical help right away if you have any very serious
side effects, including:
- cough that doesn't go away
- chest pain
- shortness of breath
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare.
However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a
serious allergic reaction, including:
- rash
- itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat)
- severe dizziness
- trouble breathing
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If
you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or
pharmacist.
In the US - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at
www.fda.gov/medwatch.
In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about
side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at
1-866-234-2345.
Before receiving enfortumab vedotin, tell your doctor or
pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies.
This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic
reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more
details.
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or
pharmacist your medical history, especially of:
- diabetes
- nerve problems (such as numbness/tingling)
- liver disease
Enfortumab vedotin can make you more likely to get
infections or may make current infections worse. Stay away from anyone who
has an infection that may easily spread (such as chickenpox, COVID-19,
measles, flu). Talk to your doctor if you have been exposed to an infection
or for more details.
Tell your health care professional that you are using
enfortumab vedotin before having any immunizations/vaccinations. Avoid
contact with people who have recently received live vaccines (such as flu
vaccine inhaled through the nose).
To lower the chance of getting cut, bruised, or injured,
use caution with sharp objects like razors and nail cutters, and avoid
activities such as contact sports.
This drug may cause blurred vision. Do not drive, use
machinery, or do anything that needs alertness or clear vision until you
can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you are
using marijuana (cannabis).
Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about
all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription
drugs, and herbal products).
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become
pregnant. You should not become pregnant while using enfortumab vedotin.
Enfortumab vedotin may harm an unborn baby. Your doctor should order a
pregnancy test before you start this medication. Women using this
medication should ask about reliable forms of birth control during
treatment and for at least 2 months after the last dose. Men using this
medication should ask about reliable forms of birth control during
treatment and for at least 4 months after the last dose. If you or your
partner becomes pregnant, talk to your doctor right away about the risks
and benefits of this medication.
It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk.
Because of the possible risk to the infant, breastfeeding is not
recommended while using this drug and for at least 3 weeks after the last
dose. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.
Drug interactions may change how your medications work
or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not
contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you
use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and
share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the
dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.
If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such
as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison
control center right away. US residents can call 1-800-222-1222. Canada
residents can call 1-844-764-7669.
Lab and/or medical tests (such as blood sugar, complete
blood counts, eye exams) may be done while you are using this medication.
Keep all medical and lab appointments.
It is important to get each dose of this medication as
scheduled. If you miss a dose, ask your doctor or pharmacist right away for
a new dosing schedule.
Not applicable. This medication is given in a hospital
or clinic or doctor's office and will not be stored at
home.
Your condition can cause complications in a medical
emergency. For information about enrolling in MedicAlert, call
1-888-633-4298 (US) or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).