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CAMCEVI
leuprolide · Injection, Emulsion
Overview
Active ingredients
Source: NDC Directory| Ingredient | Strength | RxCUI | Monograph |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leuprolide Mesylate | 42 mg/.37g | 2595044 | — |
Forms, strengths and routes
Source: NDC DirectoryPharmacologic classes are listed in the class section below.
Pharmacologic class
Source: NDC Directory| Class | Type | Browse |
|---|---|---|
| Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone Receptor Agonist [EPC] | EPC | 4 members — no class page |
| Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone Receptor Agonists [MoA] | MoA | 4 members — no class page |
Regulatory status
Source: Drugs@FDANDC Directory| Product | Trade name | Form | Strength | Ingredient | Status | TE | Flags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 211488-001 | CAMCEVI KIT | EMULSION | LEUPROLIDE MESYLATE | Prescription | — | RLD RS |
Therapeutic equivalence
Source: Orange BookCodes beginning with “A” indicate products the FDA considers therapeutically equivalent. Codes beginning with “B” indicate bioequivalence has not been established. See methodology.
Patents and exclusivity
Source: Orange Book| Patent | Expires | Product | Substance | Use code | Submitted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10646572 | January 16, 2027 | 001 | No | July 15, 2021 | |
| 9744207 | January 16, 2027 | 001 | No | July 15, 2021 | |
| 9572857 | August 2, 2029 | 001 | No | July 15, 2021 | |
| 12133878 | December 18, 2037 | 001 | No | November 12, 2024 | |
| 11717555 | January 1, 2039 | 001 | No | August 25, 2023 |
Approval history
Source: Drugs@FDA| Type | No. | Action | Status | Date | Review |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supplement | 11 | Labeling | Approved | February 11, 2026 | Standard |
| Supplement | 10 | Labeling | Approved | September 23, 2025 | Standard |
| Supplement | 6 | Labeling | Approved | February 11, 2025 | Standard |
| Supplement | 4 | Labeling | Approved | March 13, 2024 | Standard |
| Original application | 1 | Type 2 - New Active Ingredient | Approved | May 25, 2021 | Standard |
Review documents
- 0 · Supplement · February 13, 2026
- 0 · Supplement · February 13, 2026
- 0 · Supplement · September 25, 2025
- 0 · Supplement · September 25, 2025
- 0 · Supplement · February 14, 2025
- 0 · Supplement · February 12, 2025
- 0 · Supplement · February 12, 2025
- 0 · Supplement · March 14, 2024
- 0 · Supplement · March 14, 2024
- 0 · Original application · October 25, 2021
- 0 · Original application · June 2, 2021
- 0 · Original application · May 26, 2021
Prescribing information
Source: openFDA Drug LabelingReproduced verbatim from the Structured Product Labeling submitted to the FDA (effective 20260218). This is the manufacturer's labelling text, not a summary and not advice.
Recent Major Changes
openFDA Drug LabelingDosage and Administration ( 2.2 ) 02/2025 Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 ) 09/2025
Indications and Usage
openFDA Drug Labeling1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE CAMCEVI is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with advanced prostate cancer. CAMCEVI is a gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonist indicated for the treatment of adult patients with advanced prostate cancer.
Dosage and Administration
openFDA Drug Labeling2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION See Full Prescribing Information for instructions on the preparation and administration of the injectable emulsion in a pre-filled syringe. ( 2 ) Recommended Dosage: 42 mg subcutaneously every 6 months. ( 2 ) 2.1 Recommended Dosage The recommended dose of CAMCEVI is 42 mg administered subcutaneously once every 6 months. 2.2 Preparation and Administration CAMCEVI must be administered by a healthcare provider. Important: Read the instructions completely before you administer Camcevi for the first time. Do NOT substitute any of the components from the kit for administration. CAMCEVI is packaged in a blister in the kit. Check to make sure the kit contains: One sterile, single-dose pre-filled syringe with plunger rod and backstop One sterile 18-gauge, 5/8-inch needle One Point-Lok ® Needle Protection Device Prescribing Information Follow the detailed instructions to ensure correct preparation of CAMCEVI prior to administration: STEP 1 Remove CAMCEVI kit from refrigerator. Keep the contents in their original, sealed blister carton and allow to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before use. Return to refrigerator after 30 minutes if not used. STEP 2 On a clean, dry surface, open carton and remove the contents. Examine all contents of the package. Do not use if any component is damaged. Check the expiration date on the syringe. Do not use if the expiration date has passed. The use of gloves is recommended during syringe assembly and administration. STEP 3 Remove pre-filled syringe (A) and needle cartridge (B) from the blister tray. Visually inspect the syringe for particulate matter prior to administration. The emulsion should appear off-white to pale yellow, viscous, and opalescent. Do not use if particulate matter is observed prior to administration. STEP 4 Remove the gray cap from the syringe (A). Twist the clear cap off the bottom of the needle cartridge (B). Attach the needle (B) to the end of the syringe (A) by pushing and turning the needle until firmly connected to the syringe. Do not over twist the needle and strip the threading. See figure of assembled pre-filled syringe below. STEP 5 Choose an injection site on the upper- or mid-abdominal area with sufficient soft or loose subcutaneous tissue that has not recently been used. Clean the injection site with an alcohol swab. Do NOT inject in areas with brawny or fibrous subcutaneous tissue or locations that can be rubbed or compressed (i.e., with a belt or clothing waistband). In addition, avoid applying heat directly to the site of Camcevi injection. STEP 6 Pull the blue cover off the needle (B). Use standard sharps safety techniques to avoid needle sticks. STEP 7 Use standard aseptic technique when performing the injection. Grab and bunch the skin around the injection site with one hand. Insert the needle at a 90° angle to the skin surface, and then release the bunched skin. STEP 8 Inject the full contents of the syringe with a slow and steady push on the plunger, and then withdraw the needle at the same 90° angle used for insertion. STEP 9 Do not remove the needle from the syringe. Use the enclosed Point-Lok ® device to prevent needle sticks. Retrieve the Point-Lok ® needle protection device from the Camcevi kit and place it on a secured, flat surface with its largest surface base touching the surface as shown in the diagram. Immediately after use of the needle, gently insert the exposed needle into the Point-Lok ® device opening at the top of the Point-Lok ® device. (see Figure 1) Push the needle into the top opening until it is fully inserted into the Point-Lok ® device. This action will seal the needle tip and lock the needle firmly into the Point-Lok ® device. (see Figure 2) STEP 10 After use, discard all components safely in a suitable sharps container. Dispose of the syringe and contaminated products according to local regulations/procedures. camcevi-inj-image-3 camcevi-inj-image-2 camcevi-inj-image-4 camcevi-inj-image-5 camcevi-inj-imag …
Dosage Forms and Strengths
openFDA Drug Labeling3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS Injectable emulsion: 42 mg leuprolide (equivalent to approximately 48 mg leuprolide mesylate) as a sterile, off-white to pale yellow, viscous, and opalescent emulsion in a single-dose, pre-filled syringe for subcutaneous injection. Injectable emulsion: 42 mg ( 3 )
Contraindications
openFDA Drug Labeling4 CONTRAINDICATIONS CAMCEVI is contraindicated in patients known to be hypersensitive to GnRH, GnRH agonist analogs, or any of the excipients in CAMCEVI. Anaphylactic reactions to GnRH agonist analogs have been reported in the medical literature. Hypersensitivity to GnRH, GnRH agonist analogs, or any of the components of CAMCEVI. ( 4 )
Warnings and Cautions
openFDA Drug Labeling5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Tumor Flare: Transient worsening of bone pain, uretral obstruction, spinal cord compression, or the occurrence of additional signs and symptoms of prostate cancer may develop during the first few weeks of treatment. Monitor patients closely and manage symptoms. ( 5.1 ) Hyperglycemia and Diabetes: Hyperglycemia and an increased risk of developing diabetes have been reported in men receiving GnRH agonists. Monitor blood glucose levels and manage according to current clinical practice. ( 5.2 ) Cardiovascular Diseases: Increased risk of myocardial infarction, sudden cardiac death, and stroke has been reported in men receiving GnRH agonists. Monitor for cardiovascular disease and manage according to current clinical practice. ( 5.3 ) QT/QTc Prolongation: Androgen deprivation therapy may prolong the QT interval. Consider periodic monitoring of electrocardiograms and electrolytes. ( 5.4 ) Convulsions: Manage convulsions according to the current clinical practice. ( 5.5 ) Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions: CAMCEVI can cause severe cutaneous adverse reactions (SCARs), including Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis. Interrupt CAMCEVI if signs or symptoms of SCARs develop. Permanently discontinue if SCARs are confirmed. ( 5.6 ) Embryo-Fetal Toxicity: CAMCEVI may cause fetal harm. ( 5.8 , 8.1 ) 5.1 Tumor Flare CAMCEVI, like other GnRH agonists, causes a transient increase in serum levels of testosterone during the first week of treatment, declining thereafter to baseline levels or below by the end of the second week of treatment. Transient worsening of symptoms, or the occurrence of additional signs and symptoms of prostate cancer, may develop during the first few weeks of CAMCEVI treatment. Patients treated with CAMCEVI may experience a temporary increase in bone pain, which can be managed symptomatically. Cases of ureteral obstruction and spinal cord compression have been observed, which may contribute to paralysis with or without fatal complications. Patients with metastatic vertebral lesions and/or with urinary tract obstruction should be closely observed during the first few weeks of therapy. 5.2 Hyperglycemia and Diabetes Hyperglycemia and an increased risk of developing diabetes have been reported in men receiving GnRH agonists. Hyperglycemia may represent the development of diabetes mellitus or worsening of glycemic control in patients with diabetes. Monitor blood glucose and/or glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) periodically in patients receiving a GnRH agonist and manage with current practice for treatment of hyperglycemia or diabetes. 5.3 Cardiovascular Diseases Increased risk of developing myocardial infarction, sudden cardiac death, and stroke has been reported in association with use of GnRH agonists in men. The risk appears low based on the reported odds ratios, and should be evaluated carefully along with cardiovascular risk factors when determining a treatment for patients with prostate cancer. Patients receiving a GnRH agonist should be monitored for symptoms and signs suggestive of development of cardiovascular disease and be managed according to current clinical practice. 5.4 QT/QTc Prolongation Androgen deprivation therapy may prolong the QT/QTc interval. Providers should consider whether the benefits of androgen deprivation therapy outweigh the potential risks in patients with congenital long QT syndrome, congestive heart failure, frequent electrolyte abnormalities, and in patients taking drugs known to prolong the QT interval. Electrolyte abnormalities should be corrected. Consider periodic monitoring of electrocardiograms and electrolytes. 5.5 Convulsions Convulsions have been reported in patients receiving GnRH agonists, like CAMCEVI [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.2 )]. Manage patients receiving a GnRH agonist who experience convulsions according to current clinical practice. 5.6 Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions CAMCEVI can cause severe cutaneous adverse reactions (SCARs), inc …
Adverse Reactions
openFDA Drug Labeling6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the labeling: Tumor Flare [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Hyperglycemia and Diabetes [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Cardiovascular Diseases [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] QT/QTc Prolongation [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Convulsions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] The most common (≥5%) adverse reactions were hot flushes, hypertension, injection site reactions, fatigue, upper respiratory tract infections, musculoskeletal pain, pain in extremity, arthralgia, micturition urgency, nocturia, and dizziness. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Accord BioPharma Inc. at 1-866-941-7875 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch 6.1 Clinical Trial 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. FP01C-13-001 The safety of CAMCEVI was evaluated in an open-label, single-arm, international clinical trial (FP01C-13-001) in patients with advanced prostate cancer. Patients received CAMCEVI administered subcutaneously at a dose of 42 mg on Day 0 and Day 168. Of 137 patients enrolled, 93% received both doses of CAMCEVI. Serious adverse reactions occurred in 15% of patients who received CAMCEVI, including 1% of patients who experienced subdural hematoma. Fatal adverse reactions occurred in 2% of patients, including cerebrovascular accident (0.7%) and pulmonary embolism (0.7%). The most common adverse reactions (≥10%) occurring during a median follow-up duration of 336 days were hot flush, hypertension, injection site reactions, upper respiratory tract infections, musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and pain in extremity. Table 1 summarizes the adverse reactions in FP01C-13-001. Table 1. Adverse Reactions Occurring in ≥5% of CAMCEVI in Advanced Prostate Cancer Patients - FP01C-13-001 Adverse Reaction CAMCEVI N = 137 All Grades (%) Grade 3-4 (%) Vascular disorders Hot flushes a 50 0 Hypertension b 15 0 General disorders and administration site conditions Injection site reactions c 11 0 Fatigue d 10 0 Infections and infestations Upper respiratory tract infection e 11 0 Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders Musculoskeletal pain f 11 0 Pain in extremity 10 0 Arthralgia 7 0 Renal and urinary disorders Micturition urgency g 6 0 Nocturia 6 0 Nervous system disorders Dizziness h 5 0.7 a includes hot flush and flushing b includes hypertension, essential hypertension, and blood pressure increased c includes injection site pain, injection site erythema, injection site hemorrhage, injection site nodule, injection site paraesthesia, injection site pruritus, and injection site warmth d includes fatigue and asthenia e includes upper respiratory tract infection, sinusitis, and nasopharyngitis f includes musculoskeletal pain, back pain, and bone pain g includes micturition urgency and dysuria h includes dizziness, dizziness postural, vertigo, and vertigo positional. 6.2 Postmarketing Experience The following adverse reactions have been identified during post approval use of CAMCEVI or leuprolide. 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. During postmarketing surveillance, which includes other dosage forms and other patient populations, the following adverse reactions were reported. Allergic Conditions: hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis, rash, urticaria, and photosensitivity reactions Cardiovascular System: hypotension, myocardial infarction, pulmonary embolism Central/Peripheral Nervous System: convulsion, peripheral neuropathy, spinal fracture/paralysis Endocrine System: pituitary apoplexy, diabetes Hepa …
Use in Specific Populations
openFDA Drug Labeling8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Females and males of reproductive potential: CAMCEVI may impair fertility. ( 8.3 ) Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established. ( 8.4 ) 8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on findings in animal studies and mechanism of action, CAMCEVI can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.1 )]. There are no available data in pregnant women to inform the drug-associated risk. In animal developmental and reproductive toxicology studies, administration of a monthly formulation of leuprolide on day 6 of pregnancy (sustained exposure was expected throughout the period of organogenesis) caused adverse embryo-fetal toxicity in animals at doses less than the human dose based on body surface area using an estimated daily dose (see data) . Advise pregnant patients and females of reproductive potential of the potential risk to the fetus. Data Animal Data Major fetal malformations were observed in developmental and reproductive toxicology studies in rabbits after a single administration of a monthly formulation of leuprolide administered on day 6 of pregnancy at test dosages of 0.00024, 0.0024, and 0.024 mg/kg (approximately 1/1500 to 1/15 the human dose based on body surface area using an estimated daily dose in animals and humans). Since a depot formulation was utilized in the study, a sustained exposure to leuprolide was expected throughout the period of organogenesis and to the end of gestation. Similar studies in rats did not demonstrate an increase in fetal malformations, however, there was increased fetal mortality and decreased fetal weights with the two higher doses of the monthly formulation of leuprolide in rabbits and with the highest dose in rats. 8.2 Lactation Risk Summary The safety and efficacy of CAMCEVI have not been established in females. There is no information regarding the presence of leuprolide in human milk, the effects on the breastfed child, or the effects on milk production. Because many drugs are excreted in human milk and because of the potential for serious adverse reactions in a breastfed child, a decision should be made to discontinue breastfeeding or discontinue the drug, taking into account the importance of the drug to the mother. 8.3 Females and Males of Reproductive Potential Infertility Males Based on findings in animals and mechanism of action, CAMCEVI may impair fertility in males of reproductive potential [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.1 ), Nonclinical Toxicology ( 13.1 ) ] . 8.4 Pediatric Use The safety and efficacy of CAMCEVI in pediatric patients have not been established. 8.5 Geriatric Use Of the 137 patients who received CAMCEVI in the FP01C-13-001 study, 74% were 65 years of age or older, while 37% were 75 years of age or older. No overall differences in safety or effectiveness were observed between these patients and younger patients.
Mechanism of Action
openFDA Drug Labeling12.1 Mechanism of Action Leuprolide, a GnRH agonist, acts as an inhibitor of gonadotropin secretion. Animal and human studies indicate that following an initial stimulation of gonadotropins, chronic administration of leuprolide results in suppression of ovarian and testicular steroidogenesis. This effect is reversible upon discontinuation of drug therapy.
Description
openFDA Drug Labeling11 DESCRIPTION CAMCEVI is a sterile formulation of leuprolide mesylate for subcutaneous injection. CAMCEVI is designed to deliver approximately 42 mg of leuprolide over 6 months. Leuprolide mesylate is a synthetic nonapeptide analog of naturally occurring GnRH and is a GnRH agonist. The analog possesses greater potency than the natural hormone. The chemical name is 5-oxo-L-prolyl-L-histidyl-L-tryptophyl-L-seryl-L-tyrosyl-D-leucyl-L-leucyl-L-arginyl-N-ethyl-L-prolinamide mesylate (salt) with the following structural formula. The pH of 50 mg/mL solution of leuprolide mesylate in water is approximately 5.7. CAMCEVI is supplied as a kit with a pre-filled, single-dose, sterile syringe for subcutaneous injection. Each pre-filled syringe delivers 42 mg leuprolide (equivalent to approximately 48 mg leuprolide mesylate), poly(D, L-lactide) (184 mg) polymer and N -methyl-2-pyrrolidone (136 mg). camcevi-inj-structure
How Supplied / Storage and Handling
openFDA Drug Labeling16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING CAMCEVI is a sterile, off-white to pale yellow, viscous and opalescent injectable emulsion supplied in a kit as a single-dose, pre-filled syringe. CAMCEVI is available as follows: Kit Contents NDC Injectable emulsion in a pre-filled syringe containing 42 mg leuprolide for subcutaneous injection, a sterile 18 gauge needle, a Point-Lok ® needle protection device, and Prescribing Information. 69448-014-63 Store CAMCEVI at 2°C–8°C (36°F–46°F). Protect CAMCEVI from light by storing in the original package until time of use. Do not freeze or shake. Excursions permitted to room temperature 25°C (77°F) for up to 6 days. The rubber used in syringe tip cap and plunger stopper is not made of natural rubber latex.
Adverse event reports
Source: openFDA FAERSAttributed to this product's most-reported active ingredient: LEUPROLIDE MESYLATE. Combination products with more than six active ingredients are not attributed, because a report count summed across a long ingredient list measures the list, not the medicine.
Packaging and NDCs
Source: NDC Directory| Package NDC | Product NDC | Labeler | Description | Marketing start |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 69448-014-63 | 69448-014 | Accord BioPharma, Inc. | 1 SYRINGE in 1 CARTON (69448-014-63) / .37 g in 1 SYRINGE | April 5, 2022 |
| 69448-023-63 | 69448-023 | Accord BioPharma, Inc. | 1 SYRINGE in 1 CARTON (69448-023-63) / .37 g in 1 SYRINGE | May 19, 2025 |
| 69448-014 | 69448-014 | Accord BioPharma, Inc. | — | April 5, 2022 |
| 69448-023 | 69448-023 | Accord BioPharma, Inc. | — | May 19, 2025 |
Sources for this page
| Dataset | Agency | Used for |
|---|---|---|
| NDC Directory | FDA | Identity, ingredients, strengths, forms, routes, labelers, packages |
| Drugs@FDA | FDA | Application, sponsor, submissions, review documents, marketing status |
| Orange Book | FDA | Therapeutic equivalence codes, reference drug flags, patents, exclusivity |
| Drug Labeling | FDA / NLM | Prescribing information reproduced above |
| FAERS | FDA | Adverse event report counts |
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