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Ciltacabtagene autoleucel (By injection)

Ciltacabtagene Autoleucel (sil-ta-KAB-ta-jeen aw-toe-LOO-sel)

Treats multiple myeloma.

Brand Name(s):

Carvykti

When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:

How to Use This Medicine:

Injectable

• Your doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through an IV placed in a vein. This medicine must be given slowly, so the IV will need to stay in place for at least 30 to 60 minutes.
• You will receive this medicine while you are in a hospital or cancer treatment center. A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine.
• You may be given other medicines (including cyclophosphamide, fludarabine, allergy medicine, or fever medicine) days or hours before starting treatment with this medicine.
• This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Ask your pharmacist for a copy if you do not have one.

Drugs and Foods to Avoid:

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

• This medicine may interfere with vaccines. Ask your doctor before you get a flu shot or any other vaccines. You should not receive a live vaccine for at least 6 weeks before the start of treatment, during treatment, and until recovery following the last cycle of this medicine.

Warnings While Using This Medicine:

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, heart problems, heart rhythm problems, lung or breathing problems, a recent or active infection, or a history of infections (including hepatitis B), stroke, or seizures.
• This medicine may cause the following problems:
  • Cytokine release syndrome, which may be life-threatening
  • Nervous system problems, which may be life-threatening, including immune effector cell-associated neurotoxicity syndrome (ICANS), parkinsonism, Guillain-Barré syndrome, myelitis, peripheral neuropathy, and cranial nerve palsies
  • Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis/macrophage activation syndrome, which can be life-threatening
  • Serious infections
  • Hypogammaglobulinemia (immune system problem)
  • Increased risk for other cancers, including myelodysplastic syndrome or acute myeloid leukemia
• This medicine may cause dizziness, confusion, seizures, or decreased alertness. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you for at least 8 weeks after treatment.
• This medicine may make you bleed, bruise, or get infections more easily. Take precautions to prevent illness and injury. Wash your hands often.
• Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.
• Medicines used to treat cancer are very strong and can have many side effects. Before receiving this medicine, make sure you understand all the risks and benefits. It is important for you to work closely with your doctor during your treatment.
• Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

• Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
• Chest pain, trouble breathing, fast, slow, or uneven heartbeat
• Dark urine or pale stools, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain, yellow skin or eyes
• Fever, chills, cough, runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, body aches
• Headache, problems with balance, walking, or speaking, confusion
• Lightheadedness, dizziness, fainting
• Muscle or bone pain
• Numbness, tingling, or burning pain in your hands, arms, legs, or feet
• Rapid weight gain, swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet
• Redness in one part of your body, seizures, swollen glands, warm feeling or swelling of your skin
• Unusual bleeding, bruising, tiredness, or weakness

If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:

• Constipation, diarrhea
• Pain, itching, burning, swelling, or a lump under your skin where the needle was placed

If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088

Last Updated: 9/6/2024