Difference between revisions of "Talimogene laherparepvec (Imlygic)"

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<br>Extravasation: n/a
  
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==Patient drug information==
 
==Patient drug information==
*Patient counseling information can be found on [http://pi.amgen.com/united_states/imlygic/imlygic_mg.pdf Amgen Patient Medication Guide]<ref
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==Also Known As==
 
==Also Known As==

Revision as of 05:42, 28 October 2015

General information

Class/mechanism: Oncolytic Viral Therapy
Route: SC (injectable)
Extravasation: n/a

For conciseness and simplicity, HemOnc.org currently will focus on treatment regimens and not list information such as: renal/hepatic dose adjustments, metabolism (including CYP450), excretion, monitoring parameters (although this will be considered for checklists), or manufacturer. Instead, for the most current information, please refer to your preferred pharmacopeias such as Micromedex, Lexicomp, , UpToDate (courtesy of Lexicomp), or the prescribing information.

Patient drug information

Also Known As

  • OncoVEXGM-CSF
  • T-VEC
  • Imlygic

Prescribing information

Prescribing information for healthcare providers

References

  • Andtbacka, H et al. Talimogene Laherparepvec Improves Durable Response Rate in Patients With Advanced Melanoma. J Clin Oncol. 2015:2812-2814.
  • Lawler SE, Chiocca EA. Oncolytic Virus-Mediated Immunotherapy: A Combinatorial Approach for Cancer Treatment. J Clin Oncol. 2015;33(25):2812-4.