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TERLIVAZ (terlipressin acetate)

Vasopressin Receptor Agonists
First-in-Class Orphan Drug Priority Review Fast Track
Renal Approved 2022-09-14

Terlivaz helps adults with hepatorenal syndrome who are experiencing a rapid decline in their kidney function. It is used to improve how well the kidneys work in these patients, though it is less likely to be effective for those with very high serum creatinine levels above 5 mg/dL. Doctors prescribe this medication to stabilize renal performance during acute episodes of this syndrome.

Source: FDA Label • MALLINCKRODT IRELAND • Vasopressin Receptor Agonist

How TERLIVAZ Works

This medication works by targeting vasopressin V1 receptors more specifically than V2 receptors, acting both as a direct agent and a precursor to lysine-vasopressin. By reducing pressure and blood flow within the portal vessels, it increases overall arterial volume and blood pressure. These changes help restore blood flow to the kidneys, which supports improved organ function.

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Indication
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Phase 3 Trials
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Priority Reviews
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Details

Status
Prescription
First Approved
2022-09-14
Patent Cliff
2037

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Active Ingredient: TERLIPRESSIN ACETATE

TERLIVAZ Approval History

2023
2024
2025
2026
Original
New Indication
New Form
Label Update
2 FDA actions from 2022 to 2023
Jan 2023 SUPPL
Label · Labeling
Sep 2022 ORIGINAL Priority
New Drug · Type 1 - New Molecular Entity

What TERLIVAZ Treats

1 indications

TERLIVAZ is approved for 1 conditions since its original approval in 2022. These indications span multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, immunology, and more.

  • Hepatorenal Syndrome
Source: FDA Label

TERLIVAZ Boxed Warning

SERIOUS OR FATAL RESPIRATORY FAILURE TERLIVAZ may cause serious or fatal respiratory failure. Patients with volume overload or with acute-on-chronic liver failure (ACLF) Grade 3 are at increased risk [see References (15) ]. Assess oxygenation saturation (e.g., SpO 2 ) before initiating TERLIVAZ. Do not initiate TERLIVAZ in patients experiencing hypoxia (e.g., SpO 2 <90%) until oxygenation levels improve. Monitor patients for hypoxia using continuous pulse oximetry during treatment and discontinu...

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Clinical Trial Registry

1 trials
Trial Sponsor ID Phase Status Title
NCT01640964 results posted CRLX030X2201 2012-000236-26 Ph 2 completed An Exploratory Haemodynamic Study in Patients With Compensated Cirrhosis and Portal Hypertension
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Understanding FDA Approval Types
Count Type What it means
- ORIG Original approval - drug first enters market
- SUPPL - Efficacy New indication (new disease/condition approved)
- SUPPL - Labeling Label text changes (warnings, dosing updates)
- SUPPL - Manufacturing Production changes (new facility)
- SUPPL - Chemistry Formulation changes (new dosage strength)

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TERLIVAZ FDA Label Details

Indications & Usage

FDA Label (PDF)

TERLIVAZ is indicated for the treatment of Hepatorenal Syndrome.

⚠️ BOXED WARNING

WARNING: SERIOUS OR FATAL RESPIRATORY FAILURE TERLIVAZ may cause serious or fatal respiratory failure. Patients with volume overload or with acute-on-chronic liver failure (ACLF) Grade 3 are at increased risk [see References (15) ]. Assess oxygenation saturation (e.g., SpO 2 ) before initiating TERL...

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TERLIVAZ Patents & Exclusivity

Latest Patent: Apr 2037
Exclusivity: Sep 2029

Patents (1 active)

US10335452 Expires Apr 5, 2037

Exclusivity

NCE Until Sep 2027
ODE-406 Until Sep 2029
Source: FDA Orange Book

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