due to Emcyt Generic Name: estramustine phosphate sodium Dosage Form: capsule Overview Side Effects Dosage Professional Interactions More Pregnancy Warnings User Reviews Drug Images Support Group Q & A Pricing & Coupons Emcyt Description Estramustine phosphate sodium, an antineoplastic agent, is an off-white powder readily soluble in water. Emcyt Capsules are white and opaque, each containing estramustine phosphate sodium as the disodium salt monohydrate equivalent to 140 mg estramustine phosphate, for oral administration. Each capsule also contains magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide, sodium lauryl sulfate, and talc. Gelatin capsule shells contain the following pigment: titanium dioxide. Chemically, estramustine phosphate sodium is estra-1,3,5(10)-triene-3,17-diol(17β)-,3-[bis(2-chloroethyl)carbamate] 17-(dihydrogen phosphate), disodium salt, monohydrate. It is also referred to as estradiol 3-[bis(2-chloroethyl)carbamate] 17-(dihydrogen phosphate), disodium salt, monohydrate. Estramustine phosphate sodium has an empiric formula of C 23 H 30 Cl 2 NNa 2 O 6 P•H 2 O, a calculated molecular weight of 582.4, and the following structural formula: Slideshow 15 Prostate Cancer Facts You Simply Can't Ignore Emcyt - Clinical Pharmacology Estramustine phosphate (Figure 1) is a molecule combining estradiol and nornitrogen mustard by a carbamate link. The molecule is phosphorylated to make it water soluble. Estramustine phosphate taken orally is readily dephosphorylated during absorption, and the major metabolites in plasma are estramustine (Figure 2), the estrone analog (Figure 3), estradiol, and estrone. Prolonged treatment with estramustine phosphate produces elevated total plasma concentrations of estradiol that fall within ranges similar to the elevated estradiol levels found in prostatic cancer patients given conventional estradiol therapy. Estrogenic effects, as demonstrated by changes in circulating levels of steroids and pituitary hormones, are similar in patients treated with either estramustine phosphate or conventional estradiol. The metabolic urinary patterns of the estradiol moiety of estramustine phosphate and estradiol itself are very similar, although the metabolites derived from estramustine phosphate are excreted at a slower rate. Indications and Usage for Emcyt Emcyt Capsules are indicated in the palliative treatment of patients with metastatic and/or progressive carcinoma of the prostate. Contraindications Emcyt Capsules should not be used in patients with any of the following conditions: 1) Known hypersensitivity to either estradiol or to nitrogen mustard. 2) Active thrombophlebitis or thromboembolic disorders, except in those cases where the actual tumor mass is the cause of the thromboembolic phenomenon and the physician feels the benefits of therapy may outweigh the risks. Warnings It has been shown that there is an increased risk of thrombosis, including fatal and nonfatal myocardial infarction, in men receiving estrogens for prostatic cancer. Emcyt Capsules should be used with caution in patients with a history of thrombophlebitis, thrombosis, or thromboembolic disorders, especially if they were associated with estrogen therapy. Caution should also be used in patients with cerebral vascular or coronary artery disease. Glucose Tolerance Because glucose tolerance may be decreased, diabetic patients should be carefully observed while receiving Emcyt. Elevated Blood Pressure Because hypertension may occur, blood pressure should be monitored periodically. Precautions General Fluid Retention. Exacerbation of preexisting or incipient peripheral edema or congestive heart disease has been seen in some patients receiving therapy with Emcyt Capsules. Other conditions which might be influenced by fluid retention, such as epilepsy, migraine, or renal dysfunction, require careful observation. Emcyt may be poorly metabolized in patients with impaired liver function and should be administered with caution in such patients. Because Emcyt may influence the metabolism of calcium and phosphorus, it should be used with caution in patients with metabolic bone diseases that are associated with hypercalcemia or in patients with renal insufficiency. Patients with prostate cancer and osteoblastic metastases are at risk for hypocalcemia and should have calcium levels closely monitored. Gynecomastia and impotence are known estrogenic effects. Allergic reactions and angioedema at times involving the airway have been reported. Information for the Patient Because of the possibility of mutagenic effects, patients should be advised to use contraceptive measures. Laboratory Tests Certain endocrine and liver function tests may be affected by estrogen-containing drugs. Emcyt may depress testosterone levels. Abnormalities of hepatic enzymes and of bilirubin have occurred in patients receiving Emcyt. Such tests should be done at appropriate intervals during therapy and repeated after the drug has been withdrawn for two months. Food/Drug Interaction Milk, milk products, and calcium-rich foods or drugs may impair the absorption of Emcyt. Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility Long-term continuous administration of estrogens in certain animal species increases the frequency of carcinomas of the breast and liver. Compounds structurally similar to Emcyt are carcinogenic in mice. Carcinogenic studies of Emcyt have not been conducted in man. Although testing by the Ames method failed to demonstrate mutagenicity for estramustine phosphate sodium, it is known that both estradiol and nitrogen mustard are mutagenic. For this reason and because some patients who had been impotent while on estrogen therapy have regained potency while taking Emcyt, the patient should be advised to use contraceptive measures. Adverse Reactions In a randomized, double-blind trial comparing therapy with Emcyt Capsules in 93 patients (11.5 to 15.9 mg/kg/day) or diethylstilbestrol (DES) in 93 patients (3.0 mg/day), the following adverse effects were reported: Emcyt n=93 DES n=93 CARDIOVASCULAR-RESPIRATORY Cardiac Arrest 0 2 Cerebrovascular Accident 2 0 Myocardial Infarction 3 1 Thrombophlebitis 3 7 Pulmonary Emboli 2 5 Congestive Heart Failure 3 2 Edema 19 17 Dyspnea 11 3 Leg Cramps 8 11 Upper Respiratory Discharge 1 1 Hoarseness 1 0 GASTROINTESTINAL Nausea 15 8 Diarrhea 12 11 Minor Gastrointestinal Upset 11 6 Anorexia 4 3 Flatulence 2 0 Vomiting 1 1 Gastrointestinal Bleeding 1 0 Burning Throat 1 0 Thirst 1 0 INTEGUMENTARY Rash 1 4 Pruritus 2 2 Dry Skin 2 0 Pigment Changes 0 3 Easy Bruising 3 0 Flushing 1 0 Night Sweats 0 1 Fingertip Peeling Skin 1 0 Thinning Hair 1 1 BREAST CHANGES Tenderness 66 64 Enlargement Mild 60 54 Moderate 10 16 Marked 0 5 MISCELLANEOUS Lethargy Alone 4 3 Depression 0 2 Emotional Lability 2 0 Insomnia 3 0 Headache 1 1 Anxiety 1 0 Chest Pain 1 1 Hot Flashes 0 1 Pain in Eyes 0 1 Tearing of Eyes 1 1 Tinnitus 0 1 LABORATORY ABNORMALITIES Hematologic Leukopenia 4 2 Thrombopenia 1 2 Hepatic Bilirubin Alone 1 5 Bilirubin and LDH 0 1 Bilirubin and SGOT 2 1 Bilirubin, LDH and SGOT 2 0 LDH and/or SGOT 31 28 Miscellaneous Hypercalcemia Transient 0 1 Overdosage Although there has been no experience with overdosage to date, it is reasonable to expect that such episodes may produce pronounced manifestations of the known adverse reactions. In the event of overdosage, the gastric contents should be evacuated by gastric lavage and symptomatic therapy should be initiated. Hematologic and hepatic parameters should be monitored for at least 6 weeks after overdosage of Emcyt Capsules. Emcyt Dosage and Administration The recommended daily dose is 14 mg per kg of body weight (ie, one 140 mg capsule for each 10 kg or 22 lb of body weight), given in 3 or 4 divided doses. Most patients in studies in the United States have been treated at a dosage range of 10 to 16 mg per kg per day. Patients should be instructed to take Emcyt Capsules at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals. Emcyt should be swallowed with water. Milk, milk products, and calcium-rich foods or drugs (such as calcium-containing antacids) must not be taken simultaneously with Emcyt. Patients should be treated for 30 to 90 days before the physician determines the possible benefits of continued therapy. Therapy should be continued as long as the favorable response lasts. Some patients have been maintained on therapy for more than 3 years at doses ranging from 10 to 16 mg per kg of body weight per day. Procedures for proper handling and disposal of anticancer drugs should be considered. Several guidelines on this subject have been published. 1 8 There is no general agreement that all of the procedures recommended in the guidelines are necessary or appropriate. How is Emcyt Supplied White opaque capsules, each containing estramustine phosphate sodium as the disodium salt monohydrate equivalent to 140 mg estramustine phosphate bottle of 100 (NDC 0013-0132-02). NOTE Emcyt Capsules should be stored in the refrigerator at 36 to 46 F (2 to 8 C). REFERENCES Recommendations for the Safe Handling of Parenteral Antineoplastic Drugs. NIH Publication No. 83 2621. For sale by the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC, 20402. 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Rx only LAB-0088-4.0 June 2007 PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 140 mg Capsule Bottle Label Pfizer NDC 0013-0132-02 Emcyt capsules 140 mg* estramustine phosphate sodium capsules 100 Capsules Rx only PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 140 mg Capsule Bottle Carton Pfizer NDC 0013-0132-02 Emcyt capsules 140 mg* estramustine phosphate sodium capsules Store in refrigerator at 36 to 46 F (2 to 8 C). 100 Capsules Rx only Emcyt estramustine phosphate sodium capsule Product Information Product Type HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG LABEL Item Code (Source) NDC:0013-0132 Route of Administration ORAL DEA Schedule Active Ingredient/Active Moiety Ingredient Name Basis of Strength Strength ESTRAMUSTINE PHOSPHATE SODIUM (ESTRAMUSTINE) ESTRAMUSTINE PHOSPHATE 140 mg Inactive Ingredients Ingredient Name Strength MAGNESIUM STEARATE SILICON DIOXIDE SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE TALC TITANIUM DIOXIDE Product Characteristics Color WHITE (opaque) Score no score Shape CAPSULE Size 19mm Flavor Imprint Code PHARMACIA;AND;UPJOHN;Emcyt;140MG Contains Packaging # Item Code Package Description 1 NDC:0013-0132-02 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON 1 100 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE Marketing Information Marketing Category Application Number or Monograph Citation Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date NDA NDA018045 01/01/1992 Labeler - Pharmacia and Upjohn Company LLC (618054084) Establishment Name Address ID/FEI Operations Valdepharm 260128560 API MANUFACTURE(0013-0132) Establishment Name Address ID/FEI Operations Excella GmbH 329809800 API MANUFACTURE(0013-0132) Establishment Name Address ID/FEI Operations Pfizer Italia S.r.l. 458521908 MANUFACTURE(0013-0132) Revised: 06/2017 Pharmacia and Upjohn Company LLC Next Interactions Print this page Add to My Med List More about Emcyt (estramustine) Side Effects During Pregnancy Dosage Information Drug Images Drug Interactions Support Group Pricing & Coupons En Español 0 Reviews Add your own review/rating Drug class: hormones/antineoplastics Consumer resources Emcyt Emcyt (Advanced Reading) Professional resources Emcyt (AHFS Monograph) Related treatment guides Prostate Cancer} FEATURED: CAR-T Cell Therapy Overview Mechanism of Action KTE-C19 Studies KTE-C19 Cancer Targets Adverse Events Manufacturing Drug Status Rx Availability Prescription only X Pregnancy Category Not for use in pregnancy N/A CSA Schedule Not a controlled drug 10 + years Approval History FDA approved 1981 Manufacturer Pfizer Inc. 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