Rebyota (fecal microbiota, live-jslm)

Fecal Microbiota Therapies Rectal Enema (Ml)

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Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data

Overview

Fecal microbiota, live-jslm is a fecal microbiota suspension.

USES: This product is used to help prevent another return of a certain infection (C. difficile-CDI) in the intestines after completing antibiotics for a return of the infection. This product is made from human stool from screened donors. It is thought to work by giving healthy bacteria to you.

Treatment can decrease symptoms of CDI such as diarrhea, nausea, loss of appetite, and stomach tenderness or pain. This product is not used for treatment of CDI.

Generic name: fecal microbiota, live-jslm
Drug class: Fecal Microbiota Therapies
Therapeutic class: Gastrointestinal Therapy Agents

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Indications

The following indications are listed for Rebyota:

  • Recurrent Clostridioides Difficile Infection

Dosing

It isessential that the manufacturer's labeling be consulted for more detailed information on dosage and administration of this drug. Dosage summary:

*For rectal administration only.

*Prior to use, thaw fecal microbiota, live-jslm completely by placing the carton in a refrigerator, 2degreesC to 8degreesC (36degreesF to 46degreesF), for approximately 24 hours. The carton may be stored in the refrigerator at 2degreesC to 8degreesC (36degreesF to 46degreesF) and used within 5 days, including thawing time. DO NOT thaw using a heat source such as a microwave or hot water.

*Administer fecal microbiota, live-jslm 24 to 72 hours after the last dose of antibiotics for CDI.

*Administer a single dose of 150 mL rectally.

*Consult the full prescribing information for additional information on preparation and administration of fecal microbiota, live-jslm.

Drug interactions

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Contraindications

*Severe allergic reactions (e.g. anaphylaxis) to any component of fecal microbiota, live-jslm.

Adverse reactions

The most commonly reported (>=3%) adverse reactions occurring in adults following a single dose of fecal microbiota, live-jslm were abdominal pain, (8.9%), diarrhea (7.2%), abdominal distention (3.9%), flatulence (3.3%), and nausea (3.3%).

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ICD codes

CodeTypeDescription
Recurrent clostridioides difficile infection
A04.71ICD10CMEnterocolitis due to clostridium difficile, recurrent

ICD code information from First Databank (FDB).

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Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data