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ELUCIREM
gadopiclenol · Injection
Overview
Active ingredients
Source: NDC Directory| Ingredient | Strength | RxCUI | Monograph |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gadopiclenol | 485.1 mg/mL | — | View |
Forms, strengths and routes
Source: NDC DirectoryRegulatory status
Source: Drugs@FDANDC Directory| Product | Trade name | Form | Strength | Ingredient | Status | TE | Flags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 216986-001 | ELUCIREM | SOLUTION | GADOPICLENOL | Prescription | — | RLD RS | |
| 216986-002 | ELUCIREM | SOLUTION | GADOPICLENOL | Prescription | — | RLD RS | |
| 216986-003 | ELUCIREM | SOLUTION | GADOPICLENOL | Prescription | — | RLD RS | |
| 216986-004 | ELUCIREM | SOLUTION | GADOPICLENOL | Prescription | — | RLD RS | |
| 216986-005 | ELUCIREM | SOLUTION | GADOPICLENOL | Prescription | — | RLD RS | |
| 216986-006 | ELUCIREM | SOLUTION | GADOPICLENOL | Prescription | — | RLD RS | |
| 216986-007 | ELUCIREM | SOLUTION | GADOPICLENOL | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8114863 | May 25, 2032 | 001 | Yes | November 28, 2022 | |
| 8114863 | May 25, 2032 | 002 | Yes | November 28, 2022 | |
| 8114863 | May 25, 2032 | 003 | Yes | November 28, 2022 | |
| 8114863 | May 25, 2032 | 004 | Yes | November 28, 2022 | |
| 8114863 | May 25, 2032 | 005 | Yes | November 28, 2022 | |
| 8114863 | May 25, 2032 | 006 | Yes | November 28, 2022 | |
| 8114863 | May 25, 2032 | 007 | Yes | November 28, 2022 | |
| 10973934 | August 6, 2039 | 001 | Yes | November 28, 2022 | |
| 10973934 | August 6, 2039 | 002 | Yes | November 28, 2022 | |
| 10973934 | August 6, 2039 | 003 | Yes | November 28, 2022 | |
| 10973934 | August 6, 2039 | 004 | Yes | November 28, 2022 | |
| 10973934 | August 6, 2039 | 005 | Yes | November 28, 2022 | |
| 10973934 | August 6, 2039 | 006 | Yes | November 28, 2022 | |
| 10973934 | August 6, 2039 | 007 | Yes | November 28, 2022 | |
| 12064487 | January 17, 2040 | 001 | No | U-4424 | March 5, 2026 |
| 11590246 | January 17, 2040 | 001 | No | March 27, 2023 | |
| 12064487 | January 17, 2040 | 002 | No | U-4424 | March 5, 2026 |
| 11590246 | January 17, 2040 | 002 | No | March 27, 2023 | |
| 12064487 | January 17, 2040 | 003 | No | U-4424 | March 5, 2026 |
| 11590246 | January 17, 2040 | 003 | No | March 27, 2023 | |
| 12064487 | January 17, 2040 | 004 | No | U-4424 | March 5, 2026 |
| 11590246 | January 17, 2040 | 004 | No | March 27, 2023 | |
| 12064487 | January 17, 2040 | 005 | No | U-4424 | March 5, 2026 |
| 11590246 | January 17, 2040 | 005 | No | March 27, 2023 | |
| 12064487 | January 17, 2040 | 006 | No | U-4424 | March 5, 2026 |
| 11590246 | January 17, 2040 | 006 | No | March 27, 2023 | |
| 12064487 | January 17, 2040 | 007 | No | U-4424 | March 5, 2026 |
| 11590246 | January 17, 2040 | 007 | No | March 27, 2023 |
| Code | Expires | Product |
|---|---|---|
| NCE | September 21, 2027 | 001 |
| NCE | September 21, 2027 | 002 |
| NCE | September 21, 2027 | 003 |
| NCE | September 21, 2027 | 004 |
| NCE | September 21, 2027 | 005 |
| NCE | September 21, 2027 | 006 |
| NCE | September 21, 2027 | 007 |
| NPP | February 20, 2029 | 001 |
| NPP | February 20, 2029 | 002 |
| NPP | February 20, 2029 | 003 |
| NPP | February 20, 2029 | 004 |
| NPP | February 20, 2029 | 005 |
| NPP | February 20, 2029 | 006 |
| NPP | February 20, 2029 | 007 |
Approval history
Source: Drugs@FDA| Type | No. | Action | Status | Date | Review |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supplement | 9 | Efficacy | Approved | February 20, 2026 | Standard |
| Supplement | 6 | Labeling | Approved | March 5, 2025 | Standard |
| Supplement | 3 | Labeling | Approved | August 14, 2024 | Standard |
| Supplement | 5 | Labeling | Approved | July 23, 2024 | Standard |
| Supplement | 2 | Labeling | Approved | January 26, 2024 | Standard |
| Original application | 1 | Type 1 - New Molecular Entity and Type 4 - New Combination | Approved | September 21, 2022 | Priority |
Review documents
- 0 · Supplement · February 24, 2026
- 0 · Supplement · February 24, 2026
- 0 · Supplement · February 20, 2026
- 0 · Supplement · March 7, 2025
- 0 · Supplement · March 6, 2025
- 0 · Supplement · August 16, 2024
- 0 · Supplement · July 24, 2024
- 0 · Supplement · July 24, 2024
- 0 · Supplement · January 29, 2024
- 0 · Supplement · January 29, 2024
- 0 · Original application · October 20, 2022
- 0 · Original application · September 22, 2022
- 0 · Original application · September 21, 2022
Prescribing information
Source: openFDA Drug LabelingReproduced verbatim from the Structured Product Labeling submitted to the FDA (effective 20260222). This is the manufacturer's labelling text, not a summary and not advice.
Boxed Warning
openFDA Drug LabelingWARNING: RISK ASSOCIATED WITH INTRATHECAL USE and NEPHROGENIC SYSTEMIC FIBROSIS Risk Associated with Intrathecal Use Intrathecal administration of gadolinium-based contrast agents (GBCAs) can cause serious adverse reactions including death, coma, encephalopathy, and seizures. ELUCIREM is not approved for intrathecal use [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis GBCAs increase the risk for nephrogenic systemic fibrosis (NSF) among patients with impaired elimination of the drugs. Avoid use of ELUCIREM in these patients unless the diagnostic information is essential and not available with non-contrasted MRI or other modalities. NSF may result in fatal or debilitating fibrosis affecting the skin, muscle and internal organs. The risk for NSF appears highest among patients with: Chronic, severe kidney disease (GFR 60 years, hypertension, diabetes), estimate the glomerular filtration rate (GFR) through laboratory testing. For patients at highest risk for NSF, do not exceed the recommended ELUCIREM dose and allow a sufficient period of time for elimination of the drug from the body prior to any re-administration [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] . WARNING: RISK ASSOCIATED WITH INTRATHECAL USE and NEPHROGENIC SYSTEMIC FIBROSIS See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning Intrathecal administration of gadolinium-based contrast agents (GBCAs) can cause serious adverse reactions including death, coma, encephalopathy, and seizures. ELUCIREM is not approved for intrathecal use. ( 5.1 ) GBCAs increase the risk for nephrogenic systemic fibrosis (NSF) among patients with impaired elimination of the drugs. Avoid use of ELUCIREM in these patients unless the diagnostic information is essential and not available with non-contrasted MRI or other modalities. The risk for NSF appears highest among patients with: Chronic, severe kidney disease (GFR 60 years, hypertension or diabetes), estimate the glomerular filtration rate (GFR) through laboratory testing. ( 5.2 )
Recent Major Changes
openFDA Drug LabelingRECENT MAJOR CHANGES Indications and Usage ( 1 ) 2/2026 Dosage and Administration Recommended Dosage ( 2.1 ) 2/2026 Directions for Use of Imaging Bulk Package ( 2.5 ) 11/2025
Indications and Usage
openFDA Drug Labeling1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE ELUCIREM is indicated in adult and pediatric patients, including term neonates, for use with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to detect and visualize lesions with abnormal vascularity in: the central nervous system (brain, spine, and associated tissues), the body (head and neck, thorax, abdomen, pelvis, and musculoskeletal system). ELUCIREM is a gadolinium-based contrast agent indicated in adult and pediatric patients, including term neonates, for use with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to detect and visualize lesions with abnormal vascularity in: the central nervous system (brain, spine, and associated tissues), the body (head and neck, thorax, abdomen, pelvis, and musculoskeletal system). ( 1 )
Dosage and Administration
openFDA Drug Labeling2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION The recommended dose for adult and pediatric patients, including term neonates, is 0.05 mmol/kg actual body weight (equivalent to 0.1 mL/kg) administered intravenously at approximately 2 mL/sec. ( 2.1 ) 2.1 Recommended Dosage The recommended dose of ELUCIREM for adult and pediatric patients, including term neonates, is 0.05 mmol/kg actual body weight (equivalent to 0.1 mL/kg) administered intravenously at approximately 2 mL/sec. 2.2 Administration and Imaging Instructions Administer ELUCIREM as an intravenous bolus injection, manually or by compatible power injector, at approximately 2 mL/sec followed by a flush of 0.9% sodium chloride injection. For pediatric patients, adjust the flow rate and flush volume based on age. Use aseptic technique for all handling and administration of ELUCIREM. Visually inspect ELUCIREM for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration. Do not use the solution if any particulate matter is present or the solution is discolored. Do not mix with other medications because of the potential for chemical incompatibility. Prime intravenous line before use. Contrast MRI can begin immediately following the injection of ELUCIREM. 2.3 Directions for Use of Single-Dose Vial and Pre-filled Syringe Vial Pierce the rubber stopper only once. Aseptically draw up ELUCIREM into a disposable syringe and use immediately. If solidification occurs in the vial due to cold exposure, bring the vial of ELUCIREM to room temperature before use and inspect to ensure that the solution is clear and colorless to yellow without any particulate matter or discoloration. Discard any unused portion. Pre-filled syringe Remove the tip cap of the syringe, screw the plunger rod and use immediately. All luer connections should be gently hand tightened without over tightening, to ensure secure connections and to prevent damage to the device. Pre-filled syringes must not be frozen. Frozen pre-filled syringes of ELUCIREM should be discarded. Discard any unused portion. 2.4 Directions for Use of Pharmacy Bulk Package ELUCIREM Pharmacy Bulk Package (PBP) is not for direct infusion. Perform the transfer of ELUCIREM from the PBP in an aseptic work area, such as laminar flow hood, using aseptic technique and suitable transfer device for filling empty sterile syringes. Penetrate the closure only one time. Once the container closure is punctured, do not remove the PBP from the aseptic work area. Use each individual dose of ELUCIREM promptly following withdrawal from the PBP. Use the contents of the PBP within 24 hours at room temperature after puncture. If solidification occurs in the PBP due to cold exposure, bring the PBP of ELUCIREM to room temperature before use and inspect to ensure that the solution is clear and colorless to yellow without any particulate matter or discoloration. 2.5 Directions for Use of Imaging Bulk Package ELUCIREM Imaging Bulk Package (IBP) is not for direct infusion. The IBP is for use only with an automated contrast injection system, contrast management system, or contrast media transfer set approved or cleared for use with this contrast agent in this IBP. This allows for the administration of multiple single doses of ELUCIREM to multiple patients. See drug and device labeling for information on devices indicated for use with this IBP and techniques to help assure safe use. The ELUCIREM IBP is to be used only in a room designated for performing radiological procedures that involve administration of a contrast agent. Utilize aseptic technique for penetrating the container closure of the IBP and transferring ELUCIREM. Penetrate the container closure only one time with a suitable sterile component of the automated contrast injection system, contrast management system, or contrast media transfer set (e.g., transfer spike) approved or cleared for use with this IBP. During the entire period of use, ensure that the contents of the ELUCIREM IBP container remain in continuous contact with …
Dosage Forms and Strengths
openFDA Drug Labeling3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS Injection: 0.5 mmol/mL of gadopiclenol as a clear, colorless to yellow aqueous solution available as: Strength Packaging 1.5 mmol/3 mL (0.5 mmol/mL) 3.75 mmol/7.5 mL (0.5 mmol/mL) 5 mmol/10 mL (0.5 mmol/mL) 7.5 mmol/15 mL (0.5 mmol/mL) Single-dose vials (glass) 3.75 mmol/7.5 mL (0.5 mmol/mL) 5 mmol/10 mL (0.5 mmol/mL) 7.5 mmol/15 mL (0.5 mmol/mL) Single-dose prefilled syringes (plastic) 15 mmol/30 mL (0.5 mmol/mL) 25 mmol/50 mL (0.5 mmol/mL) 50 mmol/100 mL (0.5 mmol/mL) Pharmacy bulk package (glass) 15 mmol/30 mL (0.5 mmol/mL) 25 mmol/50 mL (0.5 mmol/mL) 50 mmol/100 mL (0.5 mmol/mL) Imaging Bulk Package (glass) Injection: 0.5 mmol/mL of gadopiclenol in single-dose vials, single-dose prefilled syringes, pharmacy bulk packages, and imaging bulk packages ( 3 )
Contraindications
openFDA Drug Labeling4 CONTRAINDICATIONS ELUCIREM is contraindicated in patients with history of hypersensitivity reactions to ELUCIREM. History of hypersensitivity reactions to ELUCIREM ( 4 )
Warnings and Cautions
openFDA Drug Labeling5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Hypersensitivity Reactions: Serious hypersensitivity reactions have occurred with GBCAs. Monitor patients closely for need of emergency cardiorespiratory support. ( 5.3 ) Gadolinium Retention: Gadolinium is retained for months or years in brain, bone, and other organs. ( 5.4 ) 5.1 Risk Associated with Intrathecal Use Intrathecal administration of GBCAs can cause serious adverse reactions including death, coma, encephalopathy, and seizures. The safety and effectiveness of ELUCIREM have not been established with intrathecal use. ELUCIREM is not approved for intrathecal use [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.1 )] . 5.2 Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis GBCAs increase the risk for nephrogenic systemic fibrosis (NSF) among patients with impaired elimination of the drugs. Avoid use of ELUCIREM among these patients unless the diagnostic information is essential and not available with non-contrast MRI or other modalities. The GBCA-associated NSF risk appears highest for patients with chronic, severe kidney disease (GFR 60 years, diabetes mellitus or chronic hypertension), estimate the GFR through laboratory testing. Among the factors that may increase the risk for NSF are repeated or higher than recommended doses of a GBCA and the degree of renal impairment at the time of exposure. Record the specific GBCA and the dose administered to a patient. For patients at highest risk for NSF, do not exceed the recommended ELUCIREM dose and allow a sufficient period of time for elimination of the drug prior to re-administration. For patients receiving hemodialysis, physicians may consider the prompt initiation of hemodialysis following the administration of a GBCA in order to enhance the contrast agent’s elimination [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.6 ) and Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )]. The usefulness of hemodialysis in the prevention of NSF is unknown. 5.3 Hypersensitivity Reactions With GBCAs, serious hypersensitivity reactions have occurred. In most cases, initial symptoms occurred within minutes of GBCA administration and resolved with prompt emergency treatment. Before ELUCIREM administration, assess all patients for any history of a reaction to contrast media, bronchial asthma and/or allergic disorders. These patients may have an increased risk for a hypersensitivity reaction to ELUCIREM. ELUCIREM is contraindicated in patients with history of hypersensitivity reactions to ELUCIREM [see Contraindications ( 4 )] . Administer ELUCIREM only in situations where trained personnel and therapies are promptly available for the treatment of hypersensitivity reactions, including personnel trained in resuscitation. During and following ELUCIREM administration, observe patients for signs and symptoms of hypersensitivity reactions. 5.4 Gadolinium Retention Gadolinium is retained for months or years in several organs. The highest concentrations (nanomoles per gram of tissue) have been identified in the bone, followed by other organs (e.g. brain, skin, kidney, liver, and spleen). The duration of retention also varies by tissue and is longest in bone. Linear GBCAs cause more retention than macrocyclic GBCAs. At equivalent doses, gadolinium retention varies among the linear agents with gadodiamide causing greater retention than other linear agents such as gadoxetate disodium and gadobenate dimeglumine. Retention is lowest and similar among the macrocyclic GBCAs such as gadoterate meglumine, gadobutrol, gadoteridol, and gadopiclenol. Consequences of gadolinium retention in the brain have not been established. Pathologic and clinical consequences of GBCA administration and retention in skin and other organs have been established in patients with impaired renal function [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] . There are rare reports of pathologic skin changes in patients with normal renal function. Adverse events involving multiple organ systems have been reported in patients with normal renal function without an established causa …
Adverse Reactions
openFDA Drug Labeling6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are discussed elsewhere in labeling: Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Contraindications ( 4 ) and Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] Most common adverse reactions (incidence >0.2%) are injection site pain, headache, nausea, injection site warmth and coldness, dizziness, localized swelling, and erythema. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS contact GUERBET LLC at 1-877-729-6679 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 clinical practice. The safety of ELUCIREM was evaluated in 1,083 patients who received ELUCIREM at doses ranging from 0.025 mmol/kg (one half the recommended dose) to 0.3 mmol/kg (six times the recommended dose). A total of 744 patients (including 116 pediatric patients) received the recommended dose of 0.05 mmol/kg. Among patients who received the recommended dose, the average age was 49 years (range from less than one month to 88 years) and 55% were female. The race distribution was 80% White, 10% Asian, 6% American Indian or Alaska native, 2% Black, and 2% patients of other or unspecified race groups. Overall, approximately 4.6% of subjects receiving the labeled dose reported one or more adverse reactions. Table 1 lists adverse reactions that occurred in > 0.2% of patients who received 0.05 mmol/kg ELUCIREM. Table 1. Adverse Reactions Reported in > 0.2% of Patients Receiving ELUCIREM in Clinical Trials Adverse Reaction ELUCIREM 0.05 mmol/kg (n=744) (%) Injection site pain 0.7 Headache 0.7 Nausea 0.4 Injection site warmth 0.4 Injection site coldness 0.3 Dizziness 0.3 Localized swelling 0.3 Erythema 0.3 Adverse reactions that occurred with a frequency ≤ 0.2% in patients who received 0.05 mmol/kg ELUCIREM included: maculopapular rash, vomiting, worsened renal impairment, feeling hot, pyrexia, oral paresthesia, dysgeusia, diarrhea, pruritus, allergic dermatitis, injection site paresthesia, Cystatin C increase, and blood creatinine increase. Adverse Reactions in Pediatric Patients The overall safety profile observed in pediatric patients was similar to the safety profile of adult patients [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.4 )] . 6.2 Postmarketing Experience The following additional adverse reactions have been identified during postmarketing use of ELUCIREM or other GBCAs. 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. Gastrointestinal Disorders: Acute pancreatitis with onset within 48 hours after GBCA administration. General Disorders and Administration Site Conditions: Fatigue, asthenia, pain syndromes, and heterogeneous clusters of symptoms in the neurological, cutaneous, and musculoskeletal systems with variable onset and duration after GBCA administration [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] . Respiratory, Thoracic and Mediastinal Disorders: Acute respiratory distress syndrome, pulmonary edema. Skin Disorders: Gadolinium-associated plaques
6.2 Postmarketing Experience The following additional adverse reactions have been identified during postmarketing use of ELUCIREM or other GBCAs. 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. Gastrointestinal Disorders: Acute pancreatitis with onset within 48 hours after GBCA administration. General Disorders and Administration Site Conditions: Fatigue, asthenia, pain syndromes, and heterogeneous clusters of symptoms in the neuro …
Use in Specific Populations
openFDA Drug Labeling8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Pregnancy: Use only if imaging is essential during pregnancy and cannot be delayed. ( 8.1 ) 8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary There are no available data on ELUCIREM use in pregnant women to evaluate for a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or other adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. GBCAs cross the placenta and result in fetal exposure. In human placental imaging studies, contrast was visualized in the placenta and fetal tissues after maternal GBCA administration. Based on animal studies, use of GBCAs during pregnancy may result in fetal gadolinium retention. Published epidemiological studies on the association between GBCAs and adverse fetal outcomes have reported inconsistent findings and have important methodological limitations (see Data) . In animal reproduction studies, there were no adverse developmental effects observed in rats or rabbits with intravenous administration of ELUCIREM during organogenesis (see Data) . Because of the potential risks of gadolinium to the fetus, use ELUCIREM only if imaging is essential during pregnancy and cannot be delayed. The background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population(s) are unknown. All pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2% to 4% and 15% to 20% respectively. Data Human Data Available data regarding exposure to GBCAs during pregnancy from published epidemiological studies are not sufficient to assess the potential risk of adverse fetal and neonatal effects that may be associated with GBCAs. A retrospective cohort study of over 1.4 million pregnancies in Ontario, Canada, comparing pregnant women who had a GBCA MRI to pregnant women who did not have an MRI, reported a higher occurrence of stillbirths and neonatal deaths in the group receiving GBCA MRI. Limitations of this study include a lack of comparison with non-contrast MRI and lack of information about the maternal indication for MRI. Another retrospective cohort study of over 11 million pregnancies in the Medicaid database found no increased risk of fetal or neonatal death or Neonatal Intensive Care Unit admission when comparing pregnancies exposed to GBCA MRI versus non-contrast MRI. These two retrospective observational studies assessed a limited number of potential pregnancy outcomes and did not evaluate the full spectrum of potential fetal risk. Animal Data Gadolinium Retention GBCAs administered to pregnant non-human primates (0.1 mmol/kg on gestational days 85 and 135) result in measurable gadolinium concentration in the offspring in bone, brain, skin, liver, kidney, and spleen for at least 7 months. GBCAs administered to pregnant mice (2 mmol/kg daily on gestational days 16 through 19) result in measurable gadolinium concentrations in the pups in bone, brain, kidney, liver, blood, muscle, and spleen at one-month postnatal age. Reproductive Toxicology Animal reproduction studies conducted with gadopiclenol showed some signs of maternal toxicity in rats at 10 mmol/kg and rabbits at 5 mmol/kg (corresponding to 52 times and 57 times the recommended human dose, respectively). This maternal toxicity was characterized in both species by swelling, decreased activity, and lower gestation weight gain and food consumption. No effect on embryo-fetal development was observed in rats at 10 mmol/kg (corresponding to 52 times the recommended human dose). In rabbits, a lower mean fetal body weight was observed at 5 mmol/kg (corresponding to 57 times the recommended human dose) and this was attributed as a consequence of the lower gestation weight gain. 8.2 Lactation Risk Summary There are no data on the presence of gadopiclenol in human milk, the effects on the breastfed infant, or the effects on milk production. However, published lactation data on other GBCAs indicat …
Mechanism of Action
openFDA Drug Labeling12.1 Mechanism of Action Gadopiclenol is a paramagnetic molecule (macrocyclic non-ionic complex of gadolinium) that develops a magnetic moment when placed in a magnetic field. The magnetic moment alters the relaxation rates of water protons in its vicinity in the body, leading to an increase in signal intensity (brightness) of tissues.
Description
openFDA Drug Labeling11 DESCRIPTION ELUCIREM (gadopiclenol) injection is a paramagnetic macrocyclic non-ionic gadolinium-based contrast agent for intravenous use. The chemical name for gadopiclenol is rac -[(2R,2'Ξ,2''Ξ)-2,2',2''-(3,6,9-triaza-κ 3 N 3 ,N 6 ,N 9 -1(2,6)-pyridina-κN 1 -cyclodecaphane-3,6,9-triyl)tris(5-{[(2Ξ)-2,3-dihydroxypropyl]amino}-5-oxopentanoato-κ 3 O 1 ,O 1 ',O 1 '')(3−)]gadolinium with a molecular weight of 970.11 g/mol and a molecular formula of 970.11 g/mol and a molecular formula of C 35 H 54 GdN 7 O 15 ELUCIREM is a sterile, nonpyrogenic, clear, colorless to yellow aqueous solution. Each mL contains 485.1 mg (0.5 mmol) of gadopiclenol (containing 0.5 mmol of gadolinium) and the following inactive ingredients: 0.404 mg tetraxetan, 1.211 mg trometamol, hydrochloric acid and/or sodium hydroxide (for pH adjustment, if needed), and water for injection. The main physicochemical properties of ELUCIREM are provided in Table 2. Table 2. Physicochemical properties of ELUCIREM Parameter Value Density at 20°C 1.211 g/cm 3 Mean viscosity at 20°C 12.6 mPa.s Mean viscosity at 37°C 7.6 mPa.s Osmolality at 37°C 850 mOsm/kg water pH 7.0 – 7.8 structure
Overdosage
openFDA Drug Labeling10 OVERDOSAGE Among subjects who received a single 0.3 mmol/kg intravenous dose of gadopiclenol (6 times the recommended dose of ELUCIREM), headache and nausea were the most frequently reported adverse reactions. Gadopiclenol can be removed from the body by hemodialysis [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] .
How Supplied / Storage and Handling
openFDA Drug Labeling16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING HOW SUPPLIED ELUCIREM (gadopiclenol) injection is a clear, colorless to yellow aqueous solution supplied in the following presentations: Strength Sale Unit NDC Single-Dose Vial (glass) 1.5 mmol/3 mL (0.5 mmol/mL) Carton of 1 67684-4230-1 Carton of 10 67684-4230-2 3.75 mmol/7.5 mL (0.5 mmol/mL) Carton of 1 67684-4231-1 Carton of 10 67684-4231-2 5 mmol/10 mL (0.5 mmol/mL) Carton of 1 67684-4232-1 Carton of 10 67684-4232-2 7.5 mmol/15 mL (0.5 mmol/mL) Carton of 1 67684-4233-1 Carton of 10 67684-4233-2 Single-Dose Prefilled Syringe (plastic) 3.75 mmol/7.5 mL (0.5 mmol/mL) Carton of 1 67684-4240-1 Carton of 10 67684-4240-2 5 mmol/10 mL (0.5 mmol/mL) Carton of 1 67684-4241-1 Carton of 10 67684-4241-2 7.5 mmol/15 mL (0.5 mmol/mL) Carton of 1 67684-4242-1 Carton of 10 67684-4242-2 Pharmacy Bulk Package (glass) 15 mmol/30 mL (0.5 mmol/mL) Carton of 1 67684-4250-1 Carton of 25 67684-4250-2 25 mmol/50 mL (0.5 mmol/mL) Carton of 1 67684-4250-3 Carton of 25 67684-4250-4 50 mmol/100 mL (0.5 mmol/mL) Carton of 1 67684-4250-5 Carton of 6 67684-4250-6 Carton of 12 67684-4250-7 Imaging Bulk Package (glass) 15 mmol/30 mL (0.5 mmol/mL) Carton of 1 67684-4251-1 Carton of 25 67684-4251-2 25 mmol/50 mL (0.5 mmol/mL) Carton of 1 67684-4251-3 Carton of 25 67684-4251-4 50 mmol/100 mL (0.5 mmol/mL) Carton of 1 67684-4251-5 Carton of 6 67684-4251-6 Carton of 12 67684-4251-7 Storage and Handling Store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted from 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F) [see USP, Controlled Room Temperature]. Do not freeze Pre-filled syringes.
Adverse event reports
Source: openFDA FAERSAttributed to this product's most-reported active ingredient: GADOPICLENOL. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67684-4230-1 | 67684-4230 | Guerbet LLC | 1 VIAL in 1 CARTON (67684-4230-1) / 3 mL in 1 VIAL | September 21, 2022 |
| 67684-4230-2 | 67684-4230 | Guerbet LLC | 10 VIAL in 1 CARTON (67684-4230-2) / 3 mL in 1 VIAL | September 21, 2022 |
| 67684-4231-1 | 67684-4231 | Guerbet LLC | 1 VIAL in 1 CARTON (67684-4231-1) / 7.5 mL in 1 VIAL | September 21, 2022 |
| 67684-4231-2 | 67684-4231 | Guerbet LLC | 10 VIAL in 1 CARTON (67684-4231-2) / 7.5 mL in 1 VIAL | September 21, 2022 |
| 67684-4232-1 | 67684-4232 | Guerbet LLC | 1 VIAL in 1 CARTON (67684-4232-1) / 10 mL in 1 VIAL | September 21, 2022 |
| 67684-4232-2 | 67684-4232 | Guerbet LLC | 10 VIAL in 1 CARTON (67684-4232-2) / 10 mL in 1 VIAL | September 21, 2022 |
| 67684-4233-1 | 67684-4233 | Guerbet LLC | 1 VIAL in 1 CARTON (67684-4233-1) / 15 mL in 1 VIAL | September 21, 2022 |
| 67684-4233-2 | 67684-4233 | Guerbet LLC | 10 VIAL in 1 CARTON (67684-4233-2) / 15 mL in 1 VIAL | September 21, 2022 |
| 67684-4240-1 | 67684-4240 | Guerbet LLC | 1 SYRINGE in 1 CARTON (67684-4240-1) / 7.5 mL in 1 SYRINGE | September 21, 2022 |
| 67684-4240-2 | 67684-4240 | Guerbet LLC | 10 SYRINGE in 1 CARTON (67684-4240-2) / 7.5 mL in 1 SYRINGE | September 21, 2022 |
| 67684-4241-1 | 67684-4241 | Guerbet LLC | 1 SYRINGE in 1 CARTON (67684-4241-1) / 10 mL in 1 SYRINGE | September 21, 2022 |
| 67684-4241-2 | 67684-4241 | Guerbet LLC | 10 SYRINGE in 1 CARTON (67684-4241-2) / 10 mL in 1 SYRINGE | September 21, 2022 |
| 67684-4242-1 | 67684-4242 | Guerbet LLC | 1 SYRINGE in 1 CARTON (67684-4242-1) / 15 mL in 1 SYRINGE | September 21, 2022 |
| 67684-4242-2 | 67684-4242 | Guerbet LLC | 10 SYRINGE in 1 CARTON (67684-4242-2) / 15 mL in 1 SYRINGE | September 21, 2022 |
| 67684-4250-1 | 67684-4250 | Guerbet LLC | 1 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE in 1 CARTON (67684-4250-1) / 30 mL in 1 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE | September 21, 2022 |
| 67684-4250-2 | 67684-4250 | Guerbet LLC | 25 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE in 1 CARTON (67684-4250-2) / 30 mL in 1 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE | September 21, 2022 |
| 67684-4250-3 | 67684-4250 | Guerbet LLC | 1 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE in 1 CARTON (67684-4250-3) / 50 mL in 1 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE | September 21, 2022 |
| 67684-4250-4 | 67684-4250 | Guerbet LLC | 25 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE in 1 CARTON (67684-4250-4) / 50 mL in 1 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE | September 21, 2022 |
| 67684-4250-5 | 67684-4250 | Guerbet LLC | 1 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE in 1 CARTON (67684-4250-5) / 100 mL in 1 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE | September 21, 2022 |
| 67684-4250-6 | 67684-4250 | Guerbet LLC | 6 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE in 1 CARTON (67684-4250-6) / 100 mL in 1 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE | September 21, 2022 |
| 67684-4250-7 | 67684-4250 | Guerbet LLC | 12 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE in 1 CARTON (67684-4250-7) / 100 mL in 1 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE | September 21, 2022 |
| 67684-4251-1 | 67684-4251 | Guerbet LLC | 1 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE in 1 CARTON (67684-4251-1) / 30 mL in 1 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE | November 14, 2025 |
| 67684-4251-2 | 67684-4251 | Guerbet LLC | 25 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE in 1 CARTON (67684-4251-2) / 30 mL in 1 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE | November 14, 2025 |
| 67684-4251-3 | 67684-4251 | Guerbet LLC | 1 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE in 1 CARTON (67684-4251-3) / 50 mL in 1 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE | November 14, 2025 |
| 67684-4251-4 | 67684-4251 | Guerbet LLC | 25 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE in 1 CARTON (67684-4251-4) / 50 mL in 1 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE | November 14, 2025 |
| 67684-4251-5 | 67684-4251 | Guerbet LLC | 1 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE in 1 CARTON (67684-4251-5) / 100 mL in 1 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE | November 14, 2025 |
| 67684-4251-6 | 67684-4251 | Guerbet LLC | 6 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE in 1 CARTON (67684-4251-6) / 100 mL in 1 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE | November 14, 2025 |
| 67684-4251-7 | 67684-4251 | Guerbet LLC | 12 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE in 1 CARTON (67684-4251-7) / 100 mL in 1 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE | November 14, 2025 |
| 67684-4230 | 67684-4230 | Guerbet LLC | — | September 21, 2022 |
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| 67684-4233 | 67684-4233 | Guerbet LLC | — | September 21, 2022 |
| 67684-4240 | 67684-4240 | Guerbet LLC | — | September 21, 2022 |
| 67684-4241 | 67684-4241 | Guerbet LLC | — | September 21, 2022 |
| 67684-4242 | 67684-4242 | Guerbet LLC | — | September 21, 2022 |
| 67684-4250 | 67684-4250 | Guerbet LLC | — | September 21, 2022 |
| 67684-4251 | 67684-4251 | Guerbet LLC | — | November 14, 2025 |
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| 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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