Zynrelef

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  • Nonnarcotic analgesics

Zynrelef Generic Name & Formulations

General Description

Bupivacaine, meloxicam; 400mg/12mg, 300mg/9mg, 200mg/6mg, 60mg/1.8mg; per kit; ext-rel soln for instillation use.

Pharmacological Class

Local anesthetic (amide-type) + NSAID (oxicam).

How Supplied

Kit—1 (vial + supplies)

Storage

Store Zynrelef kits at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) with excursions permitted between 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Protect from moisture and light.

If Zynrelef vials are removed from the kit, store them at controlled room temperature. Protect from light during storage.

Manufacturer

Generic Availability

NO

Mechanism of Action

Bupivacaine blocks the generation and the conduction of nerve impulses, presumably by increasing the threshold for electrical excitation in the nerve, by slowing the propagation of the nerve impulse, and by reducing the rate of rise of the action potential. Meloxicam has analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic properties. The mechanism of action of meloxicam, like that of other NSAIDs, is not completely understood but involves inhibition of cyclooxygenase (COX-1 and COX-2).

Zynrelef Indications

Indications

Postsurgical analgesia for up to 72 hours after soft tissue and orthopedic surgical procedures, including foot and ankle procedures, or other orthpedic surgical procedures (eg, total joint arthroplasty) in which direct exposure to articular cartilage is avoided.

Limitations of Use

Safety and efficacy have not been established in highly vascular surgeries (eg, intrathoracic, large 4 or more level spinal, head and neck procedures).

Zynrelef Dosage and Administration

Adult

See full labeling. For single-dose administration only. Apply only to tissue layers below the skin incision. Open inguinal herniorrhaphy: apply 300mg/9mg (up to 10.5mL). Abdominoplasty, Cesarean section: apply 400mg/12mg (up to 14mL). Augmentation mammoplasty: apply 400mg/12mg (up to 7mL per side). Bunionectomy: apply 60mg/1.8mg (up to 2.3mL). Total knee/shoulder arthroplasty: apply 400mg/12mg (up to 14mL). Spinal surgery (1- to 3-level): apply 200mg/6mg (up to 7mL).

Children

Not established.

Administration

Apply Zynrelef to the tissues within the surgical site as follows:

  • Soft tissue procedures: apply into the wound prior to closure of each layer within the surgical space.
  • Abdominal procedures: apply after closure of the peritoneum (if applicable) and avoid administration below the peritoneum.
  • Orthopedic procedures (in general): apply into the wound and on the periosteum from the proximal to the distal ends of the wound (eg, beyond the boney repair).
  • Total joint arthroplasty: apply directly into the joint capsule, onto the periosteum, and the antero-, medial-, and lateral tissues (if applicable), after placement of the components.
  • Spinal procedures: apply after closure of the paraspinal musculature and again after closure of the subcutaneous fascia; do not apply to the dura or spinal cord.

Only apply Zynrelef to the tissue layers below the skin incision and not directly onto the subdermal layer or the skin. Minimize administration of Zynrelef near the incision line.

Use only the amount necessary to coat the tissues, so that Zynrelef does not leak from the surgical wound after closure. Wipe off excess Zynrelef from the skin prior to or during closure of the wound.

Zynrelef Contraindications

Contraindications

Aspirin allergy. Obstetrical paracervical block anesthesia. Coronary artery bypass graft surgery.

Zynrelef Boxed Warnings

Boxed Warning

Risk of serious cardiovascular and gastrointestinal events.

Zynrelef Warnings/Precautions

Warnings/Precautions

Should be administered where trained personnel and resuscitative equipment are readily available. Avoid epidural, intrathecal, intravascular, intra-articular, regional nerve blocks, pre-incisional or pre-procedural locoregional anesthetic techniques. Increased risk of serious cardiovascular events (including MI, stroke). Avoid in recent MI, severe heart failure; if necessary, monitor. Increased risk of serious GI adverse events (including inflammation, bleeding, ulceration, perforation). History of ulcer disease and/or GI bleeding. Advanced liver disease and/or coagulopathy. Cardiovascular dysfunction (eg, hypotension, heart block); monitor closely for BP, HR, and ECG changes. Monitor cardiovascular and respiratory vital signs, and patient’s state of consciousness after administration. Evaluate if signs/symptoms of liver disease develop, or if systemic manifestations occur (eg, eosinophilia, rash, others). Hypertension; monitor BP. Dehydration. Hypovolemia. Advanced renal disease: not recommended; if needed, monitor. Hyperkalemia. Risk of joint cartilage necrosis with unapproved intra-articular use. Limit exposure to articular cartilage due to potential risk of chondrolysis. Risk of methemoglobinemia (esp. in G6PD deficiency, congenital or idiopathic methemoglobinemia, cardiac or pulmonary compromise, infants <6 months of age, concurrent exposure to oxidizing agents or metabolites); monitor closely and discontinue any oxidizing agents if occurs. Pre-existing asthma. Coagulation disorders. May mask signs of infection or fever. Renal impairment (mild to moderate): consider dose reduction; (severe): not recommended; (on hemodialysis): do not exceed max dose or use with other meloxicam-containing products. Hepatic impairment (moderate to severe): monitor for toxicity; (severe): only use if benefits outweigh risks. Poor CYP2C9 metabolizers: monitor and consider dose reduction. Debilitated. Elderly. Labor & delivery. May be associated with a reversible delay in ovulation in females of reproductive potential. Pregnancy (avoid during ≥30 weeks gestation): increased risk of premature closure of the fetal ductus arteriosus; (20–30 weeks gestation): may cause fetal renal dysfunction/oligohydramnios; if treatment needed, limit dose and duration of use. Nursing mothers.

Zynrelef Pharmacokinetics

Absorption

The rate of systemic absorption of bupivacaine or meloxicam from Zynrelef is dependent upon the total dose of drug administered and the vascularity of the administration site.

Distribution

Plasma protein bound: 95% (bupivacaine); ~99.4%, primarily albumin (meloxicam).

Metabolism

Hepatic.

Elimination

Renal, fecal. Half-life: ~10–25 hours (bupivacaine); ~21–42 hours (meloxicam).

Zynrelef Interactions

Interactions

Avoid additional local anesthetics within 96hrs after Zynrelef administration; if unavoidable, monitor for neurologic and cardiovascular effects. Increased risk of methemoglobinemia when concurrently exposed to nitrates/nitrites, local anesthetics, antineoplastic agents, antibiotics, antimalarials, anticonvulsants, others (eg, acetaminophen, metoclopramide, quinine, sulfasalazine). Increased risk of GI bleed with anticoagulants, antiplatelets, oral corticosteroids, SSRIs, SNRIs, smoking, alcohol, or prolonged NSAID therapy; monitor. Avoid concomitant with other NSAIDs or salicylates (eg, aspirin, diflunisal, salsalate); if additional NSAID or salicylate is indicated, monitor for toxicity. May antagonize, or increase risk of renal failure with diuretics (eg, loop or thiazides), ACE inhibitors, ARBs, or β-blockers; monitor closely. Potentiates digoxin; monitor. May potentiate lithium, methotrexate, cyclosporine; monitor for toxicity. Concomitant with pemetrexed may increase risk of pemetrexed-associated myelosuppression, renal, and GI toxicity.

Zynrelef Adverse Reactions

Adverse Reactions

Constipation, vomiting, headache, nausea, hypertension; cardiovascular thrombotic events, GI ulcer/bleed, hepatotoxicity, renal toxicity, edema, CNS toxicity (eg, restlessness, anxiety, incoherent speech, lightheadedness, numbness and tingling of the mouth/lips, metallic taste, tinnitus, dizziness, blurred vision, tremors, twitching, CNS depression, drowsiness), serious skin reactions (eg, SJS, TEN), DRESS (evaluate if signs/symptoms develop), anemia, anaphylactic reactions, chondrolysis (with unapproved intra-articular infusion).

Zynrelef Clinical Trials

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Zynrelef Note

Not Applicable

Zynrelef Patient Counseling

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