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Voriconazole
Overview
Active ingredients
Source: NDC DirectoryForms, strengths and routes
Source: NDC DirectoryPharmacologic classes are listed in the class section below.
Pharmacologic class
Source: NDC Directory| Class | Type | Browse |
|---|---|---|
| Azole Antifungal [EPC] | EPC | All 44 members |
| Azoles [CS] | CS | All 44 members |
| Cytochrome P450 2C19 Inhibitors [MoA] | MoA | All 93 members |
| Cytochrome P450 2C9 Inhibitors [MoA] | MoA | All 34 members |
| Cytochrome P450 3A4 Inhibitors [MoA] | MoA | All 118 members |
Regulatory status
Source: Drugs@FDANDC Directory| Product | Trade name | Form | Strength | Ingredient | Status | TE | Flags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 211099-001 | VORICONAZOLE | POWDER | VORICONAZOLE | Prescription | AP |
Therapeutic equivalence
Source: Orange BookWhat this rating means: Therapeutically equivalent — bioequivalence demonstrated (parenteral aqueous solutions)
Codes beginning with “A” indicate products the FDA considers therapeutically equivalent. Codes beginning with “B” indicate bioequivalence has not been established. See methodology.
Approval history
Source: Drugs@FDA| Type | No. | Action | Status | Date | Review |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supplement | 12 | Labeling | Approved | July 23, 2025 | Standard |
| Supplement | 10 | Labeling | Approved | December 13, 2022 | Standard |
| Supplement | 9 | Labeling | Approved | December 13, 2022 | Standard |
| Supplement | 8 | Labeling | Approved | June 6, 2022 | Standard |
| Supplement | 7 | Labeling | Approved | June 6, 2022 | Standard |
| Supplement | 4 | Labeling | Approved | June 6, 2022 | Standard |
| Supplement | 2 | Labeling | Approved | June 6, 2022 | Standard |
| Supplement | 1 | Labeling | Approved | June 6, 2022 | Standard |
| Original application | 1 | Approved | March 31, 2020 | Standard |
Prescribing information
Source: openFDA Drug LabelingReproduced verbatim from the Structured Product Labeling submitted to the FDA (effective 20260507). This is the manufacturer's labelling text, not a summary and not advice.
Recent Major Changes
openFDA Drug LabelingContraindications ( 4 ) 1/2023 Warnings and Precautions, Photosensitivity ( 5.6 ) 1/2023
Indications and Usage
openFDA Drug Labeling1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Voriconazole for injection is an azole antifungal indicated for use in the treatment of adults and pediatric patients aged 12 to 14 years weighing greater than or equal to 50 kg and those aged 15 years and older regardless of body weight with: Invasive aspergillosis ( 1.1 ) Candidemia in non-neutropenics and other deep tissue Candida infections ( 1.2 ) Serious fungal infections caused by Scedosporium apiospermum and Fusarium species including Fusarium solani , in patients intolerant of, or refractory to, other therapy ( 1.3 ) 1.1 Invasive Aspergillosis Voriconazole for injection is indicated in adults and pediatric patients (aged 12 to 14 years weighing greater than or equal to 50 kg and those aged 15 years and older regardless of body weight) for the treatment of invasive aspergillosis (IA). In clinical trials, the majority of isolates recovered were Aspergillus fumigatus . There was a small number of cases of culture-proven disease due to species of Aspergillus other than A. fumigatus [see Clinical Studies (14.1) and Microbiology (12.4) ]. 1.2 Candidemia in Non-neutropenic Patients and Other Deep Tissue Candida Infections Voriconazole for injection is indicated in adult and pediatric patients (aged 12 to 14 years weighing greater than or equal to 50 kg and those aged 15 years and older regardless of body weight) for the treatment of candidemia in non-neutropenic patients and the following Candida infections: disseminated infections in skin and infections in abdomen, kidney, bladder wall, and wounds [see Clinical Studies (14.2) and Microbiology (12.4) ]. 1.3 Scedosporiosis and Fusariosis Voriconazole for injection is indicated for the treatment of serious fungal infections caused by Scedosporium apiospermum (asexual form of Pseudallescheria boydii ) and Fusarium spp . including Fusarium solani , in adult and pediatric patients (aged 12 to 14 years weighing greater than or equal to 50 kg and those aged 15 years and older regardless of body weight) intolerant of, or refractory to, other therapy [see Clinical Studies (14.3) and Microbiology (12.4) ] . 1.4 Usage Specimens for fungal culture and other relevant laboratory studies (including histopathology) should be obtained prior to therapy to isolate and identify causative organism(s). Therapy may be instituted before the results of the cultures and other laboratory studies are known. However, once these results become available, antifungal therapy should be adjusted accordingly. Additional pediatric use information is approved for PF PRISM C.V.'s VFEND (voriconazole) for injection. However, due to PF PRISM C.V.'s marketing exclusivity rights, this drug product is not labeled with that information.
Dosage and Administration
openFDA Drug Labeling2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION • Dosage in Adults ( 2.3 ) Infection Loading dose Maintenance Dose Intravenous infusion Intravenous infusion Oral tablets Oral suspension Invasive Aspergillosis 6 mg/kg every 12 hours for the first 24 hours 4 mg/kg every 12 hours 200 mg every 12 hours 5 mL every 12 hours Candidemia in nonneutropenics and other deep tissue Candida infections 3–4 mg/kg every 12 hours 200 mg every 12 hours 5 mL every 12 hours Scedosporiosis and Fusariosis 4 mg/kg every 12 hours 200 mg every 12 hours 5 mL every 12 hours Esophageal Candidiasis Not Evaluated Not Evaluated 200 mg every 12 hours 5 mL every 12 hours o Adult patients weighing less than 40 kg: oral maintenance dose 100 mg or 150 mg every 12 hours o Hepatic Impairment : Use half the maintenance dose in adult patients with mild to moderate hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh Class A and B) ( 2.5 ) o Renal Impairment : Avoid intravenous administration in adult patients with moderate to severe renal impairment (creatinine clearance <50 mL/min) ( 2.6 ) • Dosage in Pediatric Patients 2 years of age and older ( 2.4 ) o For pediatric patients 2 to less than 12 years of age and 12 to 14 years of age weighing less than 50 kg see Table below. Infection Loading Dose Maintenance Dose Intravenous infusion Intravenous infusion Oral tablets Oral suspension Invasive Aspergillosis 9 mg/kg every 12 hours for the first 24 hours 8 mg/kg every 12 hours after the first 24 hours 9 mg/kg every 12 hours (maximum dose of 350 mg every 12 hours) 0.225 mL/kg every 12 hours [maximum dose of 8.75 mL (350 mg) every 12 hours] Candidemia in nonneutropenics and other deep tissue Candida infections Scedosporiosis and Fusariosis Esophageal Candidiasis Not Evaluated 4 mg/kg every 12 hours 9 mg/kg every 12 hours (maximum dose of 350 mg every 12 hours) 0.225 mL/kg every 12 hours [maximum dose of 8.75 mL (350 mg) every 12 hours] • For pediatric patients aged 12 to 14 years weighing greater than or equal to 50 kg and those aged 15 years and older regardless of body weight use adult dosage. ( 2.4 ) • Dosage adjustment of voriconazole for injection in pediatric patients with renal or hepatic impairment has not been established ( 2.5 , 2.6 ) • See full prescribing information for instructions on reconstitution of voriconazole for injection lyophilized powder for intravenous use and important administration instructions ( 2.1 , 2.6 , 2.7 ) 2.1 Important Administration Instructions for Use in All Patients Voriconazole for injection requires reconstitution to 10 mg/mL and subsequent dilution to 5 mg/mL or less prior to administration as an infusion, at a maximum rate of 3 mg/kg per hour over 1 to 3 hours. Administer diluted voriconazole for injection by intravenous infusion over 1 to 3 hours only. Do not administer as an IV bolus injection. 2.2 Use of Voriconazole for Injection with Other Parenteral Drug Products Blood products and concentrated electrolytes Voriconazole for injection must not be infused concomitantly with any blood product or short-term infusion of concentrated electrolytes, even if the two infusions are running in separate intravenous lines (or cannulas). Electrolyte disturbances such as hypokalemia, hypomagnesemia and hypocalcemia should be corrected prior to initiation of and during voriconazole therapy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.10) ] . Intravenous solutions containing (non-concentrated) electrolytes Voriconazole for injection can be infused at the same time as other intravenous solutions containing (non-concentrated) electrolytes, but must be infused through a separate line. Total parenteral nutrition (TPN) Voriconazole for injection can be infused at the same time as total parenteral nutrition, but must be infused in a separate line. If infused through a multiple-lumen catheter, TPN needs to be administered using a different port from the one used for voriconazole for injection. 2.3 Recommended Dosing Regimen in Adults Invasive aspergillosis and serious fungal infections due to Fusari …
Dosage Forms and Strengths
openFDA Drug Labeling3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS Powder for Solution for Injection Voriconazole for injection is supplied in a single-dose vial as a sterile, white to off white lyophilized cake or powder equivalent to 200 mg voriconazole and 3,200 mg sulfobutyl ether beta-cyclodextrin sodium (SBECD). • For Injection: Lyophilized powder containing 200 mg of voriconazole and 3,200 mg of sulfobutyl ether beta-cyclodextrin sodium (SBECD); after reconstitution 10 mg/mL of voriconazole and 160 mg/mL of SBECD ( 3 )
Contraindications
openFDA Drug Labeling4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Voriconazole for injection is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to voriconazole or its excipients. There is no information regarding cross-sensitivity between Voriconazole for injection (voriconazole) and other azole antifungal agents. Caution should be used when prescribing Voriconazole for injection to patients with hypersensitivity to other azoles. Coadministration of pimozide, quinidine or ivabradine with Voriconazole for injection is contraindicated because increased plasma concentrations of these drugs can lead to QT prolongation and rare occurrences of torsade de pointes [see Drug Interactions (7) ] . Coadministration of Voriconazole for injection with sirolimus is contraindicated because Voriconazole for injection significantly increases sirolimus concentrations [see Drug Interactions (7) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Coadministration of Voriconazole for injection with rifampin, carbamazepine, long-acting barbiturates and St. John's Wort is contraindicated because these drugs are likely to decrease plasma voriconazole concentrations significantly [see Drug Interactions (7) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Coadministration of standard doses of voriconazole with efavirenz doses of 400 mg every 24 hours or higher is contraindicated, because efavirenz significantly decreases plasma voriconazole concentrations in healthy subjects at these doses. Voriconazole also significantly increases efavirenz plasma concentrations [see Drug Interactions (7) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Coadministration of Voriconazole for injection with high-dose ritonavir (400 mg every 12 hours) is contraindicated because ritonavir (400 mg every 12 hours) significantly decreases plasma voriconazole concentrations. Coadministration of voriconazole and low-dose ritonavir (100 mg every 12 hours) should be avoided, unless an assessment of the benefit/risk to the patient justifies the use of voriconazole [see Drug Interactions (7) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Coadministration of Voriconazole for injection with rifabutin is contraindicated since Voriconazole for injection significantly increases rifabutin plasma concentrations and rifabutin also significantly decreases voriconazole plasma concentrations [see Drug Interactions (7) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Coadministration of Voriconazole for injection with ergot alkaloids (ergotamine and dihydroergotamine) is contraindicated because Voriconazole for injection may increase the plasma concentration of ergot alkaloids, which may lead to ergotism [see Drug Interactions (7) ] . Coadministration of Voriconazole for injection with naloxegol is contraindicated because Voriconazole for injection may increase plasma concentrations of naloxegol which may precipitate opioid withdrawal symptoms [see Drug Interactions (7) ]. Coadministration of Voriconazole for injection with tolvaptan is contraindicated because Voriconazole for injection may increase tolvaptan plasma concentrations and increase risk of adverse reactions [see Drug Interactions (7) ]. Coadministration of Voriconazole for injection with venetoclax at initiation and during the ramp-up phase is contraindicated in patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL) due to the potential for increased risk of tumor lysis syndrome [see Drug Interactions (7) ]. Coadministration of Voriconazole for injection with lurasidone is contraindicated since it may result in significant increases in lurasidone exposure and the potential for serious adverse reactions [see Drug Interactions (7) ] . Hypersensitivity to voriconazole or its excipients ( 4 ) Coadministration with pimozide, quinidine, sirolimus or ivabradine due to risk of serious adverse reactions ( 4 , 7 ) Coadministration with rifampin, carbamazepine, long-acting barbiturates, efavirenz, ritonavir, rifabutin, ergot alkaloids, and St. John's Wort due to risk of loss of efficacy ( 4 , 7 ) Coadministrati …
Warnings and Cautions
openFDA Drug Labeling5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Hepatic Toxicity : Serious hepatic reactions reported. Evaluate liver function tests at start of and during voriconazole therapy ( 5.1 ) • Arrhythmias and QT Prolongation : Correct potassium, magnesium and calcium prior to use; caution patients with proarrhythmic conditions ( 5.2 ) • Infusion Related Reactions (including anaphylaxis) : Stop the infusion ( 5.3 ) • Visual Disturbances (including optic neuritis and papilledema): Monitor visual function if treatment continues beyond 28 days ( 5.4 ) • Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions : Discontinue for exfoliative cutaneous reactions ( 5.5 ) • Photosensitivity : Avoid sunlight due to risk of photosensitivity ( 5.6 ) • Adrenal Dysfunction: Carefully monitor patients receiving voriconazole and corticosteroids for adrenal dysfunction both during and after voriconazole treatment. Instruct patients to seek immediate medical care if they develop signs and symptoms of Cushing’s syndrome or adrenal insufficiency ( 5.8 ) • Embryo-Fetal Toxicity : Voriconazole can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. Inform pregnant patients of the potential hazard to the fetus. Advise females of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with voriconazole ( 5.9 , 8.1 , 8.3 ) • Skeletal Adverse Reactions : Fluorosis and periostitis with long-term voriconazole therapy. Discontinue if these adverse reactions occur ( 5.12 ) • Clinically Significant Drug Interactions : Review patient's concomitant medications ( 5.13 , 7 ) 5.1 Hepatic Toxicity In clinical trials, there have been uncommon cases of serious hepatic reactions during treatment with voriconazole (including clinical hepatitis, cholestasis and fulminant hepatic failure, including fatalities). Instances of hepatic reactions were noted to occur primarily in patients with serious underlying medical conditions (predominantly hematological malignancy). Hepatic reactions, including hepatitis and jaundice, have occurred among patients with no other identifiable risk factors. Liver dysfunction has usually been reversible on discontinuation of therapy [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . A higher frequency of liver enzyme elevations was observed in the pediatric population [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . Hepatic function should be monitored in both adult and pediatric patients. Measure serum transaminase levels and bilirubin at the initiation of voriconazole therapy and monitor at least weekly for the first month of treatment. Monitoring frequency can be reduced to monthly during continued use if no clinically significant changes are noted. If liver function tests become markedly elevated compared to baseline, voriconazole should be discontinued unless the medical judgment of the benefit/risk of the treatment for the patient justifies continued use [see Dosage and Administration (2.5) and Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . 5.2 Arrhythmias and QT Prolongation Some azoles, including voriconazole, have been associated with prolongation of the QT interval on the electrocardiogram. During clinical development and post-marketing surveillance, there have been rare cases of arrhythmias, (including ventricular arrhythmias such as torsade de pointes ), cardiac arrests and sudden deaths in patients taking voriconazole. These cases usually involved seriously ill patients with multiple confounding risk factors, such as history of cardiotoxic chemotherapy, cardiomyopathy, hypokalemia and concomitant medications that may have been contributory. Voriconazole should be administered with caution to patients with potentially proarrhythmic conditions, such as: • Congenital or acquired QT prolongation • Cardiomyopathy, in particular when heart failure is present • Sinus bradycardia • Existing symptomatic arrhythmias • Concomitant medicinal product that is known to prolong QT interval [see Contraindications (4) , Drug Interactions (7) , and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] Rigorous attempts to correct potassium, magnesiu …
Adverse Reactions
openFDA Drug Labeling6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Hepatic Toxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Arrhythmias and QT Prolongation [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Infusion Related Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Visual Disturbances [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Photosensitivity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] Renal Toxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ] Adult Patients: The most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥2%) were visual disturbances, fever, nausea, rash, vomiting, chills, headache, liver function test abnormal, tachycardia, hallucinations ( 6 ) Pediatric Patients: The most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥5%) were visual disturbances, pyrexia, vomiting, epistaxis, nausea, rash, abdominal pain, diarrhea, hypertension, hypokalemia, cough, headache, thrombocytopenia, ALT abnormal, hypotension, peripheral edema, hyperglycemia, tachycardia, dyspnea, hypocalcemia, hypophosphatemia, LFT abnormal, mucosal inflammation, photophobia, abdominal distention, constipation, dizziness, hallucinations, hemoptysis, hypoalbuminemia, hypomagnesemia, renal impairment, upper respiratory tract infection ( 6 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Eugia US LLC at 1-866-850-2876 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 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 Adults Overview The most frequently reported adverse reactions (see Table 4) in the adult therapeutic trials were visual disturbances (18.7%), fever (5.7%), nausea (5.4%), rash (5.3%), vomiting (4.4%), chills (3.7%), headache (3.0%), liver function test increased (2.7%), tachycardia (2.4%), hallucinations (2.4%). The adverse reactions which most often led to discontinuation of voriconazole therapy were elevated liver function tests, rash, and visual disturbances [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1 , 5.4) and Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . The data described in Table 4 reflect exposure to voriconazole in 1,655 patients in nine therapeutic studies. This represents a heterogeneous population, including immunocompromised patients, e.g., patients with hematological malignancy or HIV and non-neutropenic patients. This subgroup does not include healthy subjects and patients treated in the compassionate use and non-therapeutic studies. This patient population was 62% male, had a mean age of 46 years (range 11 to 90, including 51 patients aged 12 to 18 years), and was 78% White and 10% Black. Five hundred sixty one patients had a duration of voriconazole therapy of greater than 12 weeks, with 136 patients receiving voriconazole for over six months. Table 4 includes all adverse reactions which were reported at an incidence of ≥2% during voriconazole therapy in the all therapeutic studies population, studies 307/602 and 608 combined, or study 305, as well as events of concern which occurred at an incidence of 3x upper limit of normal (not necessarily comprising an adverse reaction) was 17.7% (268/1,514) in adult subjects treated with voriconazole for therapeutic use in pooled clinical trials. Increased incidence of liver function test abnormalities may be associated with higher plasma concentrations and/or doses. The majority of abnormal liver function tests either resolved during treatment without dose adjustment or resolved following dose adjustment, including discontinuation of therapy. Voriconazole has been infrequently associated with cases of serious hepatic toxicity including cases of jaundice and rare cases of hepatitis and hepatic failure leading to death. Most of these patients had other serious underlying conditions. Liver …
Drug Interactions
openFDA Drug Labeling7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Voriconazole is metabolized by cytochrome P450 isoenzymes, CYP2C19, CYP2C9, and CYP3A4. Therefore, inhibitors or inducers of these isoenzymes may increase or decrease voriconazole plasma concentrations, respectively. Voriconazole is a strong inhibitor of CYP3A4, and also inhibits CYP2C19 and CYP2C9. Therefore, voriconazole may increase the plasma concentrations of substances metabolized by these CYP450 isoenzymes. Table 10 and Table 11 provide listings of clinically significant drug interactions, including contraindicated drugs [see Contraindications ( 4 )] . Drugs listed in Table 10 and Table 11 are a guide and not considered a comprehensive list of all possible drugs and herbal products that are contraindicated or may interact with voriconazole. Table 10: Effect of Other Drugs on Voriconazole Pharmacokinetics [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] Drug/Drug Class (Mechanism of Interaction by the Drug) VoriconazolePlasma Exposure (C max and AUC t after 200 mg every 12 hours) Prevention or Management Recommendations Rifampin* and Rifabutin* (CYP450 Induction) Significantly Reduced Contraindicated Efavirenz (400 mg every 24 hours)** (CYP450 Induction) Efavirenz (300 mg every 24 hours)** (CYP450 Induction) Significantly Reduced Slight Decrease in AUC t Contraindicated When voriconazole is concomitantly administered with efavirenz, voriconazole oral maintenance dose should be increased to 400 mg every 12 hours and efavirenz should be decreased to 300 mg every 24 hours. High-dose Ritonavir (400 mg every 12 hours)** (CYP450 Induction) Low-dose Ritonavir (100 mg every 12 hours)** (CYP450 Induction) Significantly Reduced Reduced Contraindicated Concomitant administration of voriconazole and low-dose ritonavir (100 mg every 12 hours) should be avoided, unless an assessment of the benefit/risk to the patient justifies the use of voriconazole. Carbamazepine (CYP450 Induction) Not Studied In Vivo or In Vitro , but Likely to Result in Significant Reduction Contraindicated Long Acting Barbiturates (e.g., phenobarbital, mephobarbital) (CYP450 Induction) Not Studied In Vivo or In Vitro , but Likely to Result in Significant Reduction Contraindicated Phenytoin* (CYP450 Induction) Significantly Reduced Increase voriconazole maintenance dose from 4 mg/kg to 5 mg/kg IV every 12 hours or from 200 mg to 400 mg orally every 12 hours (100 mg to 200 mg orally every 12 hours in patients weighing less than 40 kg). Letermovir (CYP2C9/2C19 Induction) Reduced If concomitant administration of voriconazole with letermovir cannot be avoided, monitor for reduced effectiveness of voriconazole. St. John’s Wort (CYP450 inducer; P-gp inducer) Significantly Reduced Contraindicated Oral Contraceptives** containing ethinyl estradiol and norethindrone (CYP2C19 Inhibition) Increased Monitoring for adverse reactions and toxicity related to voriconazole is recommended for concomitant administration with oral contraceptives. Fluconazole** (CYP2C9, CYP2C19 and CYP3A4 Inhibition) Significantly Increased Avoid concomitant administration of voriconazole and fluconazole. Monitoring for adverse reactions and toxicity related to voriconazole is started within 24 hours after the last dose of fluconazole. Other HIV Protease Inhibitors (CYP3A4 Inhibition) In Vivo Studies Showed No Significant Effects of Indinavir on Voriconazole Exposure In Vitro Studies Demonstrated Potential for Inhibition of Voriconazole Metabolism (Increased Plasma Exposure) No dosage adjustment in the voriconazole dosage needed for concomitant administration with indinavir. Frequent monitoring for adverse reactions and toxicity related to voriconazole for concomitant administration with other HIV protease inhibitors. Other NNRTIs*** (CYP3A4 Inhibition or CYP450 Induction) In Vitro Studies Demonstrated Potential for Inhibition of Voriconazole Metabolism by Delavirdine and Other NNRTIs (Increased Plasma Exposure) A Voriconazole-Efavirenz Drug Interaction Study Demonstrated the Potential for the …
Use in Specific Populations
openFDA Drug Labeling8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Pediatrics : Safety and effectiveness in patients younger than 2 years has not been established ( 8.4 ) Additional pediatric use information is approved for PF PRISM C.V.'s VFEND (voriconazole) for injection. However, due to PF PRISM C.V.'s marketing exclusivity rights, this drug product is not labeled with that information . 8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Voriconazole can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. There are no available data on the use of Voriconazole for injection in pregnant women. In animal reproduction studies, oral voriconazole was associated with fetal malformations in rats and fetal toxicity in rabbits. Cleft palates and hydronephrosis/hydroureter were observed in rat pups exposed to voriconazole during organogenesis at and above 10 mg/kg (0.3 times the RMD of 200 mg every 12 hours based on body surface area comparisons). In rabbits, embryomortality, reduced fetal weight and increased incidence of skeletal variations, cervical ribs and extrasternal ossification sites were observed in pups when pregnant rabbits were orally dosed at 100 mg/kg (6 times the RMD based on body surface area comparisons) during organogenesis. Rats exposed to voriconazole from implantation to weaning experienced increased gestational length and dystocia, which were associated with increased perinatal pup mortality at the 10 mg/kg dose [see Data ] . If this drug is used during pregnancy, or if the patient becomes pregnant while taking this drug, inform the patient of the potential hazard to the fetus [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9) ] . The background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated populations is unknown. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2-4% and 15-20% respectively. Data Animal Data Voriconazole was administered orally to pregnant rats during organogenesis (gestation days 6-17) at 10, 30, and 60 mg/kg/day. Voriconazole was associated with increased incidences of the malformations in hydroureter and hydronephrosis at 10 mg/kg/day or greater, approximately 0.3 times the recommended human dose (RMD) based on body surface area comparisons, and cleft palate at 60 mg/kg, approximately 2 times the RMD based on body surface area comparisons. Reduced ossification of sacral and caudal vertebrae, skull, pubic, and hyoid bone, supernumerary ribs, anomalies of the sternebrae, and dilatation of the ureter/renal pelvis were also observed at doses of 10 mg/kg or greater. There was no evidence of maternal toxicity at any dose. Voriconazole was administered orally to pregnant rabbits during the period of organogenesis (gestation days 7-19) at 10, 40, and 100 mg/kg/day. Voriconazole was associated with increased post-implantation loss and decreased fetal body weight, in association with maternal toxicity (decreased body weight gain and food consumption) at 100 mg/kg/day (6 times the RMD based on body surface area comparisons). Fetal skeletal variations (increases in the incidence of cervical rib and extra sternebral ossification sites) were observed at 100 mg/kg/day. In a peri- and postnatal toxicity study in rats, voriconazole was administered orally to female rats from implantation through the end of lactation at 1, 3, and 10 mg/kg/day. Voriconazole prolonged the duration of gestation and labor and produced dystocia with related increases in maternal mortality and decreases in perinatal survival of F1 pups at 10 mg/kg/day, approximately 0.3 times the RMD. 8.2 Lactation Risk Summary No data are available regarding the presence of voriconazole in human milk, the effects of voriconazole on the breastfed infant, or the effects on milk production. The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother's clinical need for Voriconazole for injection and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed child from Voriconazole for inje …
Mechanism of Action
openFDA Drug Labeling12.1 Mechanism of Action Voriconazole is an antifungal drug [see Microbiology (12.4) ].
Mechanism of Action Voriconazole is an azole antifungal drug. The primary mode of action of voriconazole is the inhibition of fungal cytochrome P-450-mediated 14 alpha-lanosterol demethylation, an essential step in fungal ergosterol biosynthesis. The accumulation of 14 alpha-methyl sterols correlates with the subsequent loss of ergosterol in the fungal cell wall and may be responsible for the antifungal activity of voriconazole.
Description
openFDA Drug Labeling11 DESCRIPTION Voriconazole, an azole antifungal agent is available as a lyophilized powder for solution for intravenous infusion, film-coated tablets for oral administration, and as a powder for oral suspension. The structural formula is: Voriconazole is designated chemically as (2R,3S)-2-(2,4-difluorophenyl)-3-(5-fluoro-4-pyrimidinyl)-1-(1 H -1,2,4-triazol-1-yl)-2-butanol with an empirical formula of C 16 H 14 F 3 N 5 O and a molecular weight of 349.3. Voriconazole drug substance is a white to light-colored powder. Voriconazole for injection is a white lyophilized powder containing nominally 200 mg voriconazole and 3,200 mg sulfobutyl ether beta-cyclodextrin sodium in a 30 mL Type I clear glass vial. Voriconazole for injection is intended for administration by intravenous infusion. It is a single-dose, unpreserved product. Vials containing 200 mg lyophilized voriconazole are intended for reconstitution with Water for Injection to produce a solution containing 10 mg/mL voriconazole and 160 mg/mL of sulfobutyl ether beta-cyclodextrin sodium. The resultant solution is further diluted prior to administration as an intravenous infusion [see Dosage and Administration (2)] . voriconazole01.jpg
Overdosage
openFDA Drug Labeling10 OVERDOSAGE In clinical trials, there were three cases of accidental overdose. All occurred in pediatric patients who received up to five times the recommended intravenous dose of voriconazole. A single adverse event of photophobia of 10 minutes duration was reported. There is no known antidote to voriconazole. Voriconazole is hemodialyzed with clearance of 121 mL/min. The intravenous vehicle, HPβCD, is hemodialyzed with clearance of 37.5±24 mL/min. In an overdose, hemodialysis may assist in the removal of voriconazole and HPβCD from the body.
How Supplied / Storage and Handling
openFDA Drug Labeling16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING 16.1 How Supplied Voriconazole for injection is supplied in a single dose-vial as a sterile white to off white lyophilized cake or powder equivalent to 200 mg voriconazole and 3,200 mg hydroxypropyl β-cyclodextrin (HPβCD). It does not contain preservatives and is not made with natural rubber latex. Individually packaged vials of Voriconazole for injection, 200 mg, NDC 70594-067-01. 16.2 Storage Powder for Injection: Voriconazole for injection unreconstituted vials should be stored at 20°C – 25°C (68°F – 77°F); excursions permitted between 15°C and 30°C (59°F and 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Reconstituted Drug Solution: From a microbiological point of view, following reconstitution of the lyophile with Water for Injection, the reconstituted solution should be used immediately. If not used immediately, in-use storage times and conditions prior to use are the responsibility of the user and should not be longer than 24 hours at 2°C to 8°C (36° to 46°F). Chemical and physical in-use stability has been demonstrated for 24 hours at 2°C to 8°C (36° to 46°F). Discard Unused Portion [see Dosage and Administration (2.8) ] . Further Diluted Drug Solution for Infusion: Once the reconstituted product is further diluted for infusion, it should be used immediately. Discard Unused Portion [see Dosage and Administration (2.8) ] . This medicinal product is for single use only and any unused solution should be discarded. Only clear solutions without particles should be used [see Dosage and Administration (2.8) ] .
16.1 How Supplied Voriconazole for injection is supplied in a single dose-vial as a sterile white to off white lyophilized cake or powder equivalent to 200 mg voriconazole and 3,200 mg hydroxypropyl β-cyclodextrin (HPβCD). It does not contain preservatives and is not made with natural rubber latex. Individually packaged vials of Voriconazole for injection, 200 mg, NDC 70594-067-01.
Adverse event reports
Source: openFDA FAERSAttributed to this product's most-reported active ingredient: VORICONAZOLE. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31722-224-31 | 31722-224 | Camber Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE in 1 CARTON (31722-224-31) / 20 mL in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE | April 3, 2024 |
| 72572-875-01 | 72572-875 | Civica, Inc. | 1 VIAL, SINGLE-USE in 1 CARTON (72572-875-01) / 20 mL in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-USE | April 1, 2023 |
| 55150-321-01 | 55150-321 | Eugia US LLC | 1 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE in 1 CARTON (55150-321-01) / 20 mL in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE | February 2, 2023 |
| 72266-131-01 | 72266-131 | Fosun Pharma USA Inc. | 1 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE in 1 CARTON (72266-131-01) / 20 mL in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE | January 4, 2021 |
| 65219-190-30 | 65219-190 | Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC | 1 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE in 1 CARTON (65219-190-30) / 20 mL in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE | December 1, 2020 |
| 68083-321-01 | 68083-321 | Gland Pharma Limited | 1 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE in 1 CARTON (68083-321-01) / 20 mL in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE | March 31, 2020 |
| 71288-027-30 | 71288-027 | Meitheal Pharmaceuticals Inc. | 1 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE in 1 CARTON (71288-027-30) / 20 mL in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE | May 9, 2022 |
| 63552-221-00 | 63552-221 | Patheon Manufacturing Services LLC | 189 VIAL in 1 CASE (63552-221-00) / 30 mL in 1 VIAL | March 28, 2003 |
| 0781-3416-94 | 0781-3416 | Sandoz Inc | 1 VIAL, SINGLE-USE in 1 CARTON (0781-3416-94) / 20 mL in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-USE | May 30, 2012 |
| 70436-029-80 | 70436-029 | Slate Run Pharmaceuticals | 1 INJECTION, POWDER, LYOPHILIZED, FOR SOLUTION in 1 BOX (70436-029-80) | January 28, 2019 |
| 72843-441-01 | 72843-441 | UBI Pharma Inc. | 20 mL in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-USE (72843-441-01) | August 31, 2020 |
| 70594-067-01 | 70594-067 | Xellia Pharmaceuticals USA LLC | 1 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE in 1 CARTON (70594-067-01) / 20 mL in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE | August 24, 2023 |
| 31722-224 | 31722-224 | Camber Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | — | April 3, 2024 |
| 72572-875 | 72572-875 | Civica, Inc. | — | April 1, 2023 |
| 55150-321 | 55150-321 | Eugia US LLC | — | February 2, 2023 |
| 72266-131 | 72266-131 | Fosun Pharma USA Inc. | — | January 4, 2021 |
| 65219-190 | 65219-190 | Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC | — | December 1, 2020 |
| 68083-321 | 68083-321 | Gland Pharma Limited | — | March 31, 2020 |
| 71288-027 | 71288-027 | Meitheal Pharmaceuticals Inc. | — | May 9, 2022 |
| 63552-221 | 63552-221 | Patheon Manufacturing Services LLC | — | March 28, 2003 |
| 0781-3416 | 0781-3416 | Sandoz Inc | — | May 30, 2012 |
| 70436-029 | 70436-029 | Slate Run Pharmaceuticals | — | January 28, 2019 |
| 72843-441 | 72843-441 | UBI Pharma Inc. | — | August 31, 2020 |
| 70594-067 | 70594-067 | Xellia Pharmaceuticals USA LLC | — | August 24, 2023 |
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| 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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