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LOCAMETZ 25 ug/1

kit for the preparation of gallium Ga 68 gozetotide · INJECTION, POWDER, LYOPHILIZED, FOR SOLUTION · Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation

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Plain English

Locametz is a radioactive imaging agent administered by injection that helps doctors identify somatostatin receptor-positive tumors during positron emission tomography (PET) scans. It is used to locate certain neuroendocrine and other cancers in patients.

Key Facts

Brand Name
LOCAMETZ
Generic Name
kit for the preparation of gallium Ga 68 gozetotide
NDC Code (Product)
0078-1224
Manufacturer
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
Strength
25 ug/1
Dosage Form
INJECTION, POWDER, LYOPHILIZED, FOR SOLUTION
Route
INTRAVENOUS
Marketing Status
Application #
NDA215841
Marketing Start
03/23/2022

Recall History

No Recall History

Frequently Asked Questions

What is LOCAMETZ used for?

Locametz is a radioactive imaging agent administered by injection that helps doctors identify somatostatin receptor-positive tumors during positron emission tomography (PET) scans. It is used to locate certain neuroendocrine and other cancers in patients.

Is LOCAMETZ a controlled substance?

LOCAMETZ is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for LOCAMETZ?

The generic name for LOCAMETZ is kit for the preparation of gallium Ga 68 gozetotide. There are 1 other brand versions of kit for the preparation of gallium Ga 68 gozetotide.

What is the NDC code for LOCAMETZ 25 ug/1?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for LOCAMETZ 25 ug/1 is 0078-1224, listed by Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation.

Product NDC

0078-1224

Package NDC

0078-1224-61

Other LOCAMETZ Dosages

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