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Zaltrap

ziv-aflibercept
VEGF Trap FDA Approved 2012 Sanofi
Route
IV
Half-Life
5-6 days
FDA Approved
2012
Manufacturer
Sanofi
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1. Indications and Usage

With FOLFIRI for mCRC.

2. Dosage and Administration

4 mg/kg IV Q2W.

3. Dosage Forms and Strengths

100 mg/4 mL, 200 mg/8 mL

4. Contraindications

None listed.

5. Warnings and Precautions
  • Hemorrhage: Fatal.
  • GI Perforation: Fatal.
  • Hypertension: Monitor.
  • Embryo-Fetal Toxicity: Fetal harm.
6. Adverse Reactions
Most Common Adverse Reactions

Leukopenia (78%), Diarrhea (69%), Neutropenia (67%), Proteinuria (62%), Stomatitis (50%), Fatigue (48%)

Leukopenia
78%
Diarrhea
69%
Neutropenia
67%
Proteinuria
62%
Stomatitis
50%
Fatigue
48%

Consult the complete prescribing information for a comprehensive list of adverse reactions and their frequencies.

7. Drug Interactions

No formal studies.

8. Use in Specific Populations
Pregnancy

Consult the full prescribing information for pregnancy-related considerations.

Lactation

Refer to prescribing information for lactation guidance.

Pediatric Use

Pediatric safety and efficacy information is detailed in the full label.

Hepatic/Renal Impairment

Dose modifications for organ impairment are specified in the complete prescribing information.

12. Clinical Pharmacology
Mechanism of Action

Recombinant VEGF decoy receptor.

Pharmacokinetics

t1/2: ~6 days.

14. Clinical Studies

Clinical efficacy and safety data supporting the approval are available in the full prescribing information and from the clinical trials listed below.

Pivotal Clinical Trials
Additional Resources
FDA-Approved Tumor Types

Zaltrap has FDA-approved indications across the following cancer types covered on CancerDrugEvidence:

External Resources
Important Notice: This page is intended as a navigational reference to the FDA-approved prescribing information for Zaltrap. It does not replace the full prescribing information. Healthcare professionals should consult the complete package insert available at DailyMed before making prescribing decisions. Patient-specific factors should always guide clinical decision-making.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Zaltrap (ziv-aflibercept) approved for?

Zaltrap (ziv-aflibercept) is an FDA-approved oncology agent. Refer to the full prescribing information for complete indication details.

How is Zaltrap (ziv-aflibercept) administered?

Refer to the full prescribing information for dosing schedules, administration instructions, and dose modifications.

How does Zaltrap (ziv-aflibercept) work?

Recombinant VEGF decoy receptor.

What are the most common side effects?

Leukopenia (78%), Diarrhea (69%), Neutropenia (67%), Proteinuria (62%), Stomatitis (50%), Fatigue (48%) Leukopenia 78% Diarrhea 69% Neutropenia 67% Proteinuria 62% Stomatitis 50% Fatigue 48%