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floxuridine
Drug Name Form Strength Infusion Center Available Restricted Non-formulary Ambulatory Available Interchange REMS
Floxuridine POWDER FOR INJECTION, INJECTABLE 0.5 g            

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Intra-arterial infusion via Intera 3000 hepatic artery infusion (HAI) pump Formulary Restrictions:

  • Indication: Unresectable intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma; unresectable and resectable intrahepatic metastases of colorectal cancer
  • Service line: Surgical Oncology/Medical Oncology
  • Formulary location: Inpatient (pump placement), outpatient (floxuridine and pump refills)
  • Service location: Procedural area (inpatient), outpatient infusion
  • Patient population: Adults
  • Prior authorization required: Yes for outpatient
  • Restriction/criteria of use (all will apply unless specified):
    • Histologically confirmed intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma or intrahepatic metastases of colorectal cancer
    • Fit to undergo a major abdominal operation (Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) 0-1)
    • No clinical, laboratory, or radiographic evidence of portal hypertension or portal vein thrombosis
    • Preserved hepatic function, total bilirubin < 1.5 mg/dL
    • Favorable hepatic anatomy (patent gastroduodenal artery with adequate length and caliber)
    • Any patient that has had a liver resection who has preserved hepatic function
    • Restrict location to centers/providers with manufacturer provided training

 


Last updated: Apr. 25, 2024


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