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Package Leaflet: Information for the User
Caspofungin Tevagen 50 mg powder for concentrate for solution for infusion EFG
Caspofungin Tevagen 70 mg powder for concentrate for solution for infusion EFG
Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start taking this medicine because it contains important information for you.
Contents of the pack
5 Conservation of Caspofungin Tevagen
What is Caspofungin Tevagen
Caspofungin powder for concentrate for solution for infusion contains a medicine called caspofungin. This belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
What Caspofungin Tevagen is used for
Caspofungin is used to treat the following infections in children, adolescents and adults:
invasive fungal infection in your nose, sinuses or lungs (called “invasive aspergillosis”) if other antifungal treatments have not worked or have caused side effects. This infection is caused by molds called Aspergillus.
How Caspofungin Tevagen works
Caspofungin Tevagen makes the fungus cells fragile and prevents the fungus from growing properly. This prevents the infection from spreading and gives the body's natural defenses a chance to completely get rid of the infection.
Do not use Caspofungin Tevagen
If you are not sure, consult your doctor, pharmacist or nurse before starting to use your medicine.
Warnings and precautions
Consult your doctor, pharmacist or nurse before starting to use Caspofungin powder for concentrate for solution for infusion if:
If any of the above applies to you (or you are not sure), consult your doctor, pharmacist or nurse before starting to use caspofungin.
Caspofungin may also cause severe skin reactions, such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN).
Using Caspofungin Tevagen with other medicines
Tell your doctor, pharmacist or nurse if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines. This includes medicines obtained without a prescription, including herbal medicines. This is because Caspofungin may affect the way other medicines work. Other medicines may also affect the way Caspofungin works.
Tell your doctor, pharmacist or nurse if you are taking any of the following medicines:
If any of the above applies to you (or you are not sure), consult your doctor, pharmacist or nurse before starting to use Caspofungin.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding
If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine.
Driving and using machines
There is no information to suggest that Caspofungin affects the ability to drive or use machines.
Caspofungin Tevagen contains sodium
This medicine contains less than 23 mg of sodium (1 mmol) per vial; this is essentially “sodium-free”
Caspofungin will always be prepared and administered to you by a healthcare professional.
You will be given Caspofungin:
Your doctor will decide how long you should be treated with Caspofungin and how much you should be given each day. Your doctor will monitor whether the effect of the medicine is adequate. If you weigh more than 80 kg, you may need a different dose.
Use in children and adolescents
The dose for children and adolescents may be different from the dose in adults.
If you use more Caspofungin Tevagen than you should
Your doctor will decide how much Caspofungin you need and for how long each day. If you are concerned that you may have been given too much Caspofungin, tell your doctor or nurse immediately.
In case of overdose or accidental ingestion, consult your doctor or pharmacist immediately or call the Toxicology Information Service, telephone: 91 562 04 20, indicating the medicine and the amount ingested.
If you have any further questions on the use of this medicine, ask your doctor, pharmacist or nurse.
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Tell your doctor or nurse immediately if you notice any of the following side effects – you may need urgent medical treatment:
As with any prescription medicine, some side effects may be serious. Ask your doctor for more information.
Other side effects in adults include:
Common: may affect up to 1 in 10 people:
Uncommon: may affect up to 1 in 100 people:
Side effects in children and adolescents
Very common: may affect more than 1 in 10 people:
Common: may affect up to 1 in 10 people:
Reporting of side effects
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Spanish Medicines Surveillance System for Human Use: https://www.notificaram.es. By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton and vial after EXP. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month shown.
Unopened vial: store in a refrigerator (2°C - 8°C).
The stability data have shown that the concentrate for solution for infusion can be stored for up to 24 hours when the vial is stored at a temperature of 25°C or below and at 5 ± 3°C when reconstituted with water for injections. From a microbiological point of view, unless the opening/reconstitution/dilution method prevents the risk of microbial contamination, the product should be used immediately.
This is because it does not contain any ingredient to prevent the growth of bacteria. If not used immediately, the in-use storage times and conditions before use are the responsibility of the user.
The stability data of the diluted solution for infusion to the patient have shown that the product can be used within 48 hours between 2 and 8°C and at room temperature (25°C) when diluted in 9 mg/ml (0.9%) or 4.5 mg/ml (0.45%) or 2.25 mg/ml (0.225%) sodium chloride solution for infusion, or with Ringer's lactate solution.
From a microbiological point of view, the product should be used immediately. If not used immediately, the in-use storage times and conditions before use are the responsibility of the user and should not exceed 24 hours between 2 and 8°C, unless the reconstitution and dilution have taken place in controlled and validated aseptic conditions.
Only a healthcare professional who has read the complete instructions should prepare the medicine (see “Instructions for reconstituting and diluting Caspofungin Tevagen” below).
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help protect the environment.
Composition of Caspofungina Tevagen
Caspofungina Tevagen50 mg powder for concentrate for solution for infusion EFG
Caspofungina Tevagen70 mg powder for concentrate for solution for infusion EFG
Appearance of the Product and Container Content
Caspofungina Tevagen is a white to off-white lyophilized powder.
Each container contains a vial (10 ml) of powder.
Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer
Marketing Authorization Holder
Teva Pharma S.L.U.
C/ Anabel Segura, 11 Edificio Albatros B, 1ª planta
28108 Alcobendas Madrid
Spain
Manufacturer
Pharmathen S.A.
Dervenakion str., Pallini, Attiki
153 51, Greece
Or
Pharmadox Healthcare Ltd
KW20A Kordin Industrial Park, Paola
PLA 3000, Malta
Or
Merckle GmbH
Ludwig-Merckle-Strasse 3, Blaubeuren
Baden-Wuerttemberg
89143 Germany
Or
Teva Pharma B.V.
Swensweg 5
Haarlem
2031GA Netherlands
Or
ELPEN PHARMACEUTICAL CO.,
Marathonos Ave. 95, Pikermi Attiki,
19009 Greece
This pharmaceutical product is authorized in the EEA Member States under the following names:
Austria Caspofungin ratiopharm GmbH 50 mg Powder for concentrate for solution for infusion
Caspofungin ratiopharm GmbH 70 mg Powder for concentrate for solution for infusion
Belgium Caspofungin Teva Generics 50 mg powder for concentrate for solution for infusion / poudre pour solution à diluer pour perfusion / Pulver für ein Konzentrat zur Herstellung einer Infusionslösung
Caspofungin Teva Generics 70 mg powder for concentrate for solution for infusion / poudre pour solution à diluer pour perfusion / Pulver für ein Konzentrat zur Herstellung einer Infusionslösung
Croatia Kaspofungin Pliva 50 mg powder for concentrate for solution for infusion
Kaspofungin Pliva 70 mg powder for concentrate for solution for infusion
Denmark Caspofungin Teva B.V.
Estonia Caspofungin Teva Generics
France Caspofungine Teva Sante 50mg poudre pour solution à diluer pour perfusion
Caspofungine Teva Sante 70mg poudre pour solution à diluer pour perfusion
Germany Caspofungin-ratiopharm 50 mg Pulver für ein Konzentrat zur Herstellung einer Infusionslösung
Caspofungin-ratiopharm 70 mg Pulver für ein Konzentrat zur Herstellung einer Infusionslösung
Greece Caspofungin/Teva 50 mg κόνις για πυκνό διάλυμα για παρασκευή διαλύματος προς έγχυση
Caspofungin/Teva 70 mg κόνις για πυκνό διάλυμα για παρασκευή διαλύματος προς έγχυση
Hungary Caspofungin ratiopharm 50 mg por oldatos infúzióhoz való koncentrátumhoz
Caspofungin ratiopharm 70 mg por oldatos infúzióhoz való koncentrátumhoz
Italy Caspofungin Teva Italia
Lithuania Caspofungin Teva Generics 50 mg milteliai infuzinio tirpalo koncentratui
Caspofungin Teva Generics 70 mg milteliai infuzinio tirpalo koncentratui
Netherlands Caspofungine 50 mg Teva, poeder voor concentraat voor oplossing voor infusie
Caspofungine 70 mg Teva, poeder voor concentraat voor oplossing voor infusie
Poland Caspofungin Teva Pharmaceuticals
Portugal Caspofungina Teva
Slovenia Kaspofungin Teva 50 mg mg prašek za koncentrat za raztopino za infundiranje
Kaspofungin Teva 70 mg mg prašek za koncentrat za raztopino za infundiranje
Slovakia Caspofungin Teva B.V. 50 mg
Caspofungin Teva B.V. 70 mg
Spain Caspofungina Tevagen 50 & 70 mg polvo para concentrado para solución para perfusión EFG
United Kingdom Caspofungin Teva 50 mg & 70 mg Powder For Concentrate For Solution For Infusion
Date of the last revision of this leaflet: April 2020
Detailed and updated information on this medicinal product is available on the website of the Spanish Agency for Medicines and Health Products (AEMPS) http://www.aemps.gob.es/
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This information is intended only for healthcare professionals:
Instructions for reconstituting and diluting Caspofungina Tevagen:
Reconstitution of Caspofungina Tevagen
DO NOT USE DILUENTS CONTAINING GLUCOSE, as CASPOFUNGINA TEVAGEN is not stable in diluents containing glucose. DO NOT MIX OR INFUSE CASPOFUNGINA TEVAGEN WITH ANY OTHER MEDICINE, as there is no data on the compatibility of CASPOFUNGINA TEVAGEN with other substances, additives, or intravenous pharmaceutical products. The infusion solution should be inspected visually for particulate matter or discoloration.
Caspofungina Tevagen 50 mg powder for concentrate for solution for infusion EFG
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE IN ADULT PATIENTS
Step 1 Reconstitution of the vials
To reconstitute the powder, bring the vial to room temperature and add aseptically 10.5 ml of water for injectable preparations. The concentration of the reconstituted vial will be 5.2 mg/ml.
The compact white to off-white lyophilized powder will dissolve completely. Mix gently until a clear solution is obtained. The reconstituted solutions should be inspected visually for particulate matter or discoloration. The reconstituted solution can be stored for a maximum of 24 hours at a temperature of 25°C or 5 ± 3°C.
Step 2 Addition of reconstituted Caspofungina Tevagen to the patient's infusion solution
The diluents for the final infusion solution are: sodium chloride injection solution or lactated Ringer's solution. The infusion solution is prepared by adding aseptically the appropriate amount of reconstituted concentrate (as shown in the following table) to a 250 ml infusion bag or bottle. Reduced volume infusions of 100 ml can be used if medically necessary for daily doses of 50 mg or 35 mg. Do not use if the solution is turbid or has precipitated.
PREPARATION OF THE INFUSION SOLUTION IN ADULTS
DOSE* | Volume of reconstituted Caspofungina Tevagen to transfer to an intravenous bag or bottle | Standard preparation(reconstituted Caspofungina Tevagen added to 250 ml) final concentration | Reduced volume infusion(reconstituted Caspofungina Tevagen added to 100 ml) final concentration |
50 mg | 10 ml | 0.20 mg/ml | - |
50 mg in reduced volume | 10 ml | - | 0.47 |
35 mg for moderate hepatic impairment (from a 50 mg vial) | 7 ml | 0.14 mg/ml | - |
35 mg for moderate hepatic impairment (from a 50 mg vial) in reduced volume | 7 ml | - | 0.34 mg/ml |
*10.5 ml should be used for the reconstitution of all vials
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE IN PEDIATRIC PATIENTS
Calculation of body surface area (BSA) for pediatric dosing
Before preparing the infusion, calculate the patient's body surface area (BSA) using the following formula: (Mosteller formula)

Preparation of the 70 mg/m2infusion for pediatric patients >3 months (using a 50 mg vial)
BSA (m2) X 70 mg/m2 = loading dose
The maximum loading dose on day 1 should not exceed 70 mg, regardless of the calculated dose for the patient.
Preparation of the 50 mg/m2infusion for pediatric patients >3 months (using a 50 mg vial)
BSA (m2) X 50 mg/m2 = daily maintenance dose
The daily maintenance dose should not exceed 70 mg, regardless of the calculated dose for the patient.
Preparation Notes:
a. The white to off-white cake will dissolve completely. Mix gently until a clear solution is obtained. b. Inspect the reconstituted solution visually for particulate matter or discoloration during reconstitution and before infusion. Do not use if the solution is turbid or has precipitated. c. Caspofungina Tevagen is formulated to provide the full dose of the vial as stated in the package insert (50 mg) when 10 ml is withdrawn from the vial. |
Caspofungina Tevagen 70 mg powder for concentrate for solution for infusion EFG
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE IN ADULT PATIENTS
Step 1 Reconstitution of the vials
To reconstitute the powder, bring the vial to room temperature and add aseptically 10.5 ml of water for injectable preparations. The concentration of the reconstituted vial will be 7.2 mg/ml.
The compact white to off-white lyophilized powder will dissolve completely. Mix gently until a clear solution is obtained. The reconstituted solutions should be inspected visually for particulate matter or discoloration. The reconstituted solution can be stored for a maximum of 24 hours at a temperature of 25°C or 5 ± 3°C.
Step 2 Addition of reconstituted Caspofungina Tevagen to the patient's infusion solution
The diluents for the final infusion solution are: sodium chloride injection solution or lactated Ringer's solution. The infusion solution is prepared by adding aseptically the appropriate amount of reconstituted concentrate (as shown in the following table) to a 250 ml infusion bag or bottle. Reduced volume infusions of 100 ml can be used if medically necessary for daily doses of 50 mg or 35 mg. Do not use if the solution is turbid or has precipitated.
PREPARATION OF THE INFUSION SOLUTION IN ADULTS
DOSE* | Volume of reconstituted Caspofungina Tevagen to transfer to an intravenous bag or bottle | Standard preparation(reconstituted Caspofungina Tevagen added to 250 ml) final concentration | Reduced volume infusion(reconstituted Caspofungina Tevagen added to 100 ml) final concentration |
70 mg | 10 ml | 0.28 mg/ml | Not recommended |
70 mg (from two 50 mg vials) ** | 14 ml | 0.28 mg/ml | Not recommended |
35 mg for moderate hepatic impairment (from a 70 mg vial) | 5 ml | 0.14 mg/ml | 0.34 mg/ml |
*10.5 ml should be used for the reconstitution of all vials
**If the 70 mg vial is not available, the 70 mg dose can be prepared from two 50 mg vials
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE IN PEDIATRIC PATIENTS
Calculation of body surface area (BSA) for pediatric dosing
Before preparing the infusion, calculate the patient's body surface area (BSA) using the following formula: (Mosteller formula)

Preparation of the 70 mg/m2infusion for pediatric patients >3 months (using a 70 mg vial)
BSA (m2) X 70 mg/m2 = loading dose
The maximum loading dose on day 1 should not exceed 70 mg, regardless of the calculated dose for the patient.
Preparation of the 50 mg/m2infusion for pediatric patients >3 months (using a 70 mg vial)
BSA (m2) X 50 mg/m2 = daily maintenance dose
The daily maintenance dose should not exceed 70 mg, regardless of the calculated dose for the patient.
Preparation Notes:
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