Key facts about Elahere
What is Elahere?
Elahere is the brand name for mirvetuximab soravtansine-gynx and is available as an intravenous infusion.
What dosages is Elahere available in?
Elahere is available as a 100 mg/20 mL (5 mg/mL) single-dose vial.
What is Elahere used for?
Elahere is a targeted medication used to treat folate receptor-alpha (FRɑ) positive ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer that hasn’t responded well to other anticancer medications.
How does Elahere work?
Elahere is a antibody-drug conjugate (ADC). It’s a combination of a monoclonal antibody linked to a traditional chemotherapy medication that kills cancer cells. In Elahere, the antibody portion (mirvetuximab) binds to the folate receptor-alpha protein found on cancer cells. Once that happens, Elahere is absorbed into the cell. There, it releases a strong cancer-killing medication (soravtansine) that prevents the cells from dividing and growing, which leads to cell death.
How do I take Elahere?
The recommended dose of Elahere is 6 mg/kg adjusted ideal body weight administered as an intravenous infusion every 3 weeks until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity.
Is it safe for me to take Elahere?
Elahere is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you.
Elahere Common Side Effects
Common side effects of Elahere:
- Vision and eye problems
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
- Numbness and tingling of the hands or feet
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
Elahere Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with Elahere. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following:
- Vision loss
- Serious lung problems: Difficulty breathing, trouble catching your breath, chest pain
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on Elahere
The following medications may interact with Elahere:
- Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors: Closely monitor for Elahere adverse reactions.
Who makes Elahere?
ImmunoGen
Is Elahere safe in pregnancy?
Based on its mechanism of action, Elahere can cause harm to your unborn baby if taken when pregnant. Talk to your doctor if you are already pregnant or if you have plans on becoming pregnant. They will recommend what is best for you.
