Jevtana (Cabazitaxel)

Prescription medicineOnly Available By Prescription

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Description

Jevtana is a medication for treating prostate cancer in patients who have previously received treatment regimens that consisted of docetaxel.

Directions

Tell your doctor if you have any questions or concerns about Jevtana.

Jevtana will be administered by your doctor or other qualified healthcare provider. They will tell you how often you will receive the intravenous infusion.

Ingredients

Cabazitaxel is the active ingredient in Jevtana. Polysorbate 80 and citric acid monohydrate are the inactive ingredients.

Contraindications

Patients who are allergic to Jevtana or polysorbate 80 and patients who have severe liver problems or blood counts that are 1500/mm3 or less should not receive Jevtana.

Cautions

The following FDA Boxed Warnings are associated with Jevtana:

  • Neutropenic deaths have been reported. Blood counts should be obtained often. Patients with neutrophil counts that are 1,500/mm3 or less should not receive Jevtana. Patients at high risk or patients receiving 25 mg/m2 of Jevtana may be considered for primary prophylaxis with G-CSF.
  • Severe allergic reactions can occur, causing rash, redness, low blood pressure, and trouble breathing. If a patient develops any of these reactions, Jevtana should be discontinued and appropriate therapy should be started.
  • Patients with a severe allergy to cabazitaxel or to other drugs that contain polysorbate 80 should not receive Jevtana.
  • Before you start treatment with Jevtana, inform your doctor of:
  • All the medications you take, including prescription and nonprescription medications
  • Your allergies
  • Your current health conditions
  • Your past medical history
  • Your pregnancy or breastfeeding status
  • Jevtana can cause abnormal blood counts and bone marrow suppression. Blood counts should be obtained often.
  • The risk for toxicities that may become fatal or lead to serious adverse reactions is increased in patients who are 65 years of age and older.
  • Jevtana can cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Death associated with diarrhea has been reported.
  • Jevtana can cause kidney failure or liver, urinary, or respiratory disorders.
  • Harm to an unborn fetus can or loss of pregnancy can occur with Jevtana use. Effective birth control methods should be used.

Side Effects

Jevtana side effects include abnormal cell counts, anemia, diarrhea, nausea, fatigue, weakness, vomiting, blood in the urine, constipation, decreased appetite, back pain, and stomach pain. However, other side effects may also occur, so immediately inform your doctor of any bothersome or persistent side effects.

Reference

Jevtana. Bridgewater, NJ: sanofi-aventis U.S. LLC; 2021.




IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.

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