EMBLAVEO 42.3 mg/mL
aztreonam and avibactam · POWDER, FOR SOLUTION · AbbVie Inc.
EMBLAVEO is a powder, for solution containing aztreonam and avibactam at 42.3 mg/mL, taken intravenous. Manufactured by AbbVie Inc..
Key Facts
- Brand Name
- EMBLAVEO
- Generic Name
- aztreonam and avibactam
- NDC Code (Product)
0074-3878- Manufacturer
- AbbVie Inc.
- Strength
- 42.3 mg/mL
- Dosage Form
- POWDER, FOR SOLUTION
- Route
- INTRAVENOUS
- Marketing Status
- Application #
- NDA217906
- Drug Class
- beta Lactamase Inhibitor [EPC]; Monobactam Antibacterial [EPC]
- Marketing Start
- 02/07/2025
Recall History
No Recall HistorySide Effects Reported to FDA
FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects
Full Prescribing Information
Indications & Usage
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE EMBLAVEO is a combination of aztreonam, a monobactam antibacterial, and avibactam, a beta-lactamase inhibitor, that when used in combination with metronidazole, is indicated in patients 18 years and older who have limited or no alternative options for the treatment of complicated intra-abdominal infections (cIAI) including those caused by the following susceptible gram-negative microorganisms: Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Klebsiella oxytoca, Enterobacter cloacae complex, Citrobacter freundii complex, and Serratia marcescens . Approval of this indication is based on limited clinical safety and efficacy data for EMBLAVEO. ( 1.1 ) Usage to Reduce Development of Drug-Resistant Bacteria To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of EMBLAVEO and other antibacterial drugs, EMBLAVEO should be used only to treat infections that are proven or strongly suspected to be caused by bacteria. ( 1.2 ) 1.1 Complicated Intra-abdominal Infections EMBLAVEO, in combination with metronidazole, is indicated in patients 18 years and older who have limited or no alternative options for the treatment of complicated intra-abdominal i…
Dosage & Administration
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Recommended Dosage in Adults based on Estimated Creatinine Clearance (C Lcr ) ( 2.1 , 2.2 ) Estimated C Lcr (mL/min) a Dose b Infusion Time Dosing Interval c Loading Maintenance Greater than 50 mL/min EMBLAVEO 2.67 g (aztreonam 2 grams and avibactam 0.67 grams) EMBLAVEO 2 g (aztreonam 1.5 grams and avibactam 0.5 grams) 3 hours Every 6 hours Greater than 30 to less than or equal to 50 mL/min EMBLAVEO 2.67 g (aztreonam 2 grams and avibactam 0.67 grams) EMBLAVEO 1 g (aztreonam 0.75 grams and avibactam 0.25 grams) 3 hours Every 6 hours Greater than 15 to less than or equal to 30 mL/min EMBLAVEO 1.8 g (aztreonam 1.35 grams and avibactam 0.45 grams) EMBLAVEO 0.9 g (aztreonam 0.675 grams and avibactam 0.225 grams) 3 hours Every 8 hours Less than or equal to 15 mL/min, including on hemodialysis d EMBLAVEO 1.33 g (aztreonam 1 gram and avibactam 0.33 grams) EMBLAVEO 0.9 g (aztreonam 0.675 grams and avibactam 0.225 grams) 3 hours Every 12 hours a Calculated using the Cockcroft-Gault formula. b Aztreonam-avibactam is a combination product in a fixed 3:1 ratio. A single loading dose is followed by maintenance doses beginning at the next dosing interval. c Dosing inte…
Contraindications
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS EMBLAVEO is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to the components of EMBLAVEO (aztreonam and avibactam) [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . Known hypersensitivity to the components of EMBLAVEO (aztreonam and avibactam). ( 4 )
Drug Interactions
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS 7.1 OAT 1 and 3 Transport Inhibitors Concomitant use of organic anion transporter (OAT) 1 and OAT 3 transporter inhibitors (e.g., probenecid) with EMBLAVEO is not recommended. There is insufficient information to characterize the effect of concomitant use of OAT 1/3 transport inhibitors with EMBLAVEO [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )].
Adverse Reactions
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in the Warnings and Precautions section: Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Serious Skin Disorders [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Hepatic Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] Clostridioides Difficile -Associated Diarrhea [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] The most common adverse reactions occurring at an incidence of greater than 5% were hepatic adverse reactions, anemia, diarrhea, hypokalemia, and pyrexia. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact AbbVie Inc. at 1-800-633-9110 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. Clinical Trials Experience in Adult Patients Three clinical trials, Trial 1, Trial 2, and Trial 3, underly the EMBLAVEO clinical development program. Trial 1 was a randomized, comparative trial conducted in patie…
Frequently Asked Questions
What is EMBLAVEO used for?
EMBLAVEO contains aztreonam and avibactam. It is a powder, for solution taken intravenous. Consult your doctor for specific uses.
Is EMBLAVEO a controlled substance?
EMBLAVEO is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.
What is the generic name for EMBLAVEO?
The generic name for EMBLAVEO is aztreonam and avibactam. There are no other listed brand versions of aztreonam and avibactam.
What is the NDC code for EMBLAVEO 42.3 mg/mL?
The NDC (National Drug Code) for EMBLAVEO 42.3 mg/mL is 0074-3878, listed by AbbVie Inc..
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