DESCRIPTION SECTION.

11DESCRIPTION. VALCHLOR is topical product that contains mechlorethamine HCl, an alkylating drug. Mechlorethamine HCl is white to off white solid that is very soluble in water and methanol, partially soluble in acetone, and generally not soluble in organic solvents. Mechlorethamine HCl is designated chemically as 2-chloro- N-(2-chloroethyl)- N-methylethanamine hydrochloride. The molecular weight is 192.52 and the melting point is 108-111C. The empirical formula is 5H 11Cl 2NoHCl, and the structural formula is: CH 3N(CH 2CH 2Cl) 2oHCl. Each tube of VALCHLOR contains 60g of gel containing 0.016% w/w of mechlorethamine (equivalent to 0.02% mechlorethamine HCl) in base of the following inactive ingredients: diethylene glycol monoethyl ether, propylene glycol, isopropyl alcohol, glycerin, lactic acid, hydroxypropylcellulose, sodium chloride, menthol, edetate disodium, butylated hydroxytoluene.

CONTRAINDICATIONS SECTION.

4CONTRAINDICATIONS. The use of VALCHLOR is contraindicated in patients with known severe hypersensitivity to mechlorethamine. Hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis, have occurred with topical formulations of mechlorethamine.. Severe hypersensitivity to mechlorethamine 4).

ADVERSE REACTIONS SECTION.

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS. The following clinically significant adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the prescribing information:Mucosal or eye injury see Warnings and Precautions 5.1) Secondary exposure to VALCHLOR see Warnings and Precautions 5.2) Dermatitis see Warnings and Precautions 5.3) Non-melanoma skin cancer see Warnings and Precautions 5.4) . Mucosal or eye injury see Warnings and Precautions 5.1) . Secondary exposure to VALCHLOR see Warnings and Precautions 5.2) . Dermatitis see Warnings and Precautions 5.3) . Non-melanoma skin cancer see Warnings and Precautions 5.4) . The most common adverse reactions (>=5%) are dermatitis, pruritus, bacterial skin infection, skin ulceration or blistering, and hyperpigmentation 6.1). To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Helsinn Therapeutics (U.S.), Inc., at 1-855-482-5245 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience. Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of drug cannot be directly compared with rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in clinical practice.In randomized, observer-blinded, controlled trial, VALCHLOR 0.016% (equivalent to 0.02% mechlorethamine HCl) was compared to an Aquaphor (R)-based mechlorethamine HCl 0.02% ointment (Comparator) see Clinical Studies 14) ]. The maximum duration of treatment was 12 months. Sixty-three percent (63%) of patients in the VALCHLOR arm and 67% in the comparator arm completed 12 months of treatment. The body system associated with the most frequent adverse reactions was skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders. The most common adverse reactions (occurring in at least 5% of the patients) are shown in Table 1. Table 1. Most Commonly Reported (>=5%) Cutaneous Adverse ReactionsVALCHLOR N=128 of patients Comparator N=127 of patients Any GradeModerately-Severe or Severe Any GradeModerately-Severe or Severe Dermatitis56235817Pruritus204162Bacterial skin infection11292Skin ulceration or blistering6352Skin hyperpigmentation5070In the clinical trial, moderately-severe to severe skin-related adverse events were managed with treatment reduction, suspension, or discontinuation. Discontinuations due to adverse reactions occurred in 22% of patients treated with VALCHLOR and 18% of patients treated with the comparator. Sixty-seven percent (67%) of the discontinuations for adverse reactions occurred within the first 90 days of treatment. Temporary treatment suspension occurred in 34% of patients treated with VALCHLOR and 20% of patients treated with the comparator. Reductions in dosing frequency occurred in 23% of patients treated with VALCHLOR and 12% of patients treated with the comparator.Reductions in hemoglobin, neutrophil count, or platelet count occurred in 13% of patients treated with VALCHLOR and 17% treated with Comparator.

ANIMAL PHARMACOLOGY & OR TOXICOLOGY SECTION.

13.2 Animal Toxicology and/or Pharmacology. Animal studies have shown mechlorethamine to be corrosive to skin and eyes, powerful vesicant, irritating to the mucous membranes of the respiratory tract, and highly toxic by the oral route.

CARCINOGENESIS & MUTAGENESIS & IMPAIRMENT OF FERTILITY SECTION.

13.1Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility. Mechlorethamine was carcinogenic in mice when injected intravenously with four doses of 2.4 mg/kg (0.1% solution) at 2-week intervals with observations for up to years. An increased incidence of thymic lymphomas and pulmonary adenomas was observed. Painting mechlorethamine on the skin of mice at dose of mg/kg for periods of up to 33 weeks resulted in squamous cell tumors in of 33 mice.Mechlorethamine was genotoxic in multiple genetic toxicology studies, which included mutations in the bacterial reverse mutation assay (Ames test) and chromosome aberrations in mammalian cells. Dominant lethal mutations were produced in ICR/Ha Swiss mice.The reproductive effects of VALCHLOR have not been studied; however, published literature indicates that fertility may be impaired by systemically administered mechlorethamine. Mechlorethamine impaired fertility in the male rats at daily dose of 0.25 to 0.5 mg/kg when given intravenously every two weeks for up to 12 doses. When mechlorethamine was administered intraperitoneally to male and female mice for consecutive days at dose of 0.5 mg/kg the pregnancy rate decreased (from 80% to 12.5%) when treated males were paired with treated females. Treatment with intravenous mechlorethamine has been associated with delayed catamenia, oligomenorrhea, and temporary or permanent amenorrhea.

CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY SECTION.

12 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY. 12.1Mechanism of Action. Mechlorethamine, also known as nitrogen mustard, is an alkylating agent which inhibits rapidly proliferating cells.. 12.3 Pharmacokinetics. Systemic exposure was undetectable after topical administration of VALCHLOR to patients. Blood samples were analyzed from 16 and 15 patients following treatment with VALCHLOR (mechlorethamine gel 0.016%) and an identical formulation consisting of mechlorethamine 0.032% w/w, respectively. For patients who received mechlorethamine 0.016%, samples were collected to measure mechlorethamine concentrations prior to dosing, on day 1, and at the first month visit. Following the topical administration of mechlorethamine 0.016%, there were no detectable plasma mechlorethamine concentrations observed in any of the patients. Patients who received mechlorethamine 0.032% had no measurable concentrations of mechlorethamine or half-mustard after 2, 4, or months of treatment.

CLINICAL STUDIES SECTION.

6.1 Clinical Trials Experience. Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of drug cannot be directly compared with rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in clinical practice.In randomized, observer-blinded, controlled trial, VALCHLOR 0.016% (equivalent to 0.02% mechlorethamine HCl) was compared to an Aquaphor (R)-based mechlorethamine HCl 0.02% ointment (Comparator) see Clinical Studies 14) ]. The maximum duration of treatment was 12 months. Sixty-three percent (63%) of patients in the VALCHLOR arm and 67% in the comparator arm completed 12 months of treatment. The body system associated with the most frequent adverse reactions was skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders. The most common adverse reactions (occurring in at least 5% of the patients) are shown in Table 1. Table 1. Most Commonly Reported (>=5%) Cutaneous Adverse ReactionsVALCHLOR N=128 of patients Comparator N=127 of patients Any GradeModerately-Severe or Severe Any GradeModerately-Severe or Severe Dermatitis56235817Pruritus204162Bacterial skin infection11292Skin ulceration or blistering6352Skin hyperpigmentation5070In the clinical trial, moderately-severe to severe skin-related adverse events were managed with treatment reduction, suspension, or discontinuation. Discontinuations due to adverse reactions occurred in 22% of patients treated with VALCHLOR and 18% of patients treated with the comparator. Sixty-seven percent (67%) of the discontinuations for adverse reactions occurred within the first 90 days of treatment. Temporary treatment suspension occurred in 34% of patients treated with VALCHLOR and 20% of patients treated with the comparator. Reductions in dosing frequency occurred in 23% of patients treated with VALCHLOR and 12% of patients treated with the comparator.Reductions in hemoglobin, neutrophil count, or platelet count occurred in 13% of patients treated with VALCHLOR and 17% treated with Comparator.

DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION.

2DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION. For topical dermatological use only 2.1). Apply thin film once daily to affected areas of the skin 2.1, 2.2). For topical dermatological use only 2.1). Apply thin film once daily to affected areas of the skin 2.1, 2.2). 2.1Dosing and Dose Modification. For Topical Dermatological Use Only Apply thin film of VALCHLOR gel once daily to affected areas of the skin. Stop treatment with VALCHLOR for any grade of skin ulceration, blistering, or moderately-severe or severe dermatitis (i.e., marked skin redness with edema) see Warnings and Precautions 5.3) ]. Upon improvement, treatment with VALCHLOR can be restarted at reduced frequency of once every days. If reintroduction of treatment is tolerated for at least one week, the frequency of application can be increased to every other day for at least one week and then to once daily application if tolerated. 2.2Application Instructions. VALCHLOR is cytotoxic drug. Follow applicable special handling and disposal procedures. Patients must wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling or applying VALCHLOR. Caregivers must wear disposable nitrile gloves when applying VALCHLOR to patients and wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after removal of gloves. If there is accidental skin exposure to VALCHLOR, caregivers must immediately wash exposed areas thoroughly with soap and water for at least 15 minutes and remove contaminated clothing see Warnings and Precautions 5.2) ]. Patients or caregivers should follow these instructions when applying VALCHLOR:Apply immediately or within 30 minutes after removal from the refrigerator. Return VALCHLOR to the refrigerator immediately after each use.Apply to completely dry skin at least hours before or 30 minutes after showering or washing. Allow treated areas to dry for to 10 minutes after application before covering with clothing. Emollients (moisturizers) may be applied to the treated areas hours before or hours after application. Do not use occlusive dressings on areas of the skin where VALCHLOR was applied.Avoid fire, flame, and smoking until VALCHLOR has dried see Warnings and Precautions 5.6) ]. Apply immediately or within 30 minutes after removal from the refrigerator. Return VALCHLOR to the refrigerator immediately after each use.. Apply to completely dry skin at least hours before or 30 minutes after showering or washing. Allow treated areas to dry for to 10 minutes after application before covering with clothing. Emollients (moisturizers) may be applied to the treated areas hours before or hours after application. Do not use occlusive dressings on areas of the skin where VALCHLOR was applied.. Avoid fire, flame, and smoking until VALCHLOR has dried see Warnings and Precautions 5.6) ].

DOSAGE FORMS & STRENGTHS SECTION.

3DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS. The active ingredient in VALCHLOR is mechlorethamine. Each tube of VALCHLOR contains 60g of 0.016% w/w mechlorethamine clear gel (equivalent to 0.02% mechlorethamine HCl). Gel: 0.016% w/w of mechlorethamine (equivalent to 0.02% mechlorethamine HCl) in 60g tubes 3).

DRUG INTERACTIONS SECTION.

7DRUG INTERACTIONS. No drug interaction studies have been performed with VALCHLOR. Systemic exposure has not been observed with topical administration of VALCHLOR; therefore, systemic drug interactions are not likely.

FEMALES & MALES OF REPRODUCTIVE POTENTIAL SECTION.

8.3 Females and Males of Reproductive Potential. ContraceptionFemalesAdvise female patients of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with VALCHLOR. barrier method of contraception should be used to avoid direct exposure of reproductive organs to VALCHLOR. MalesBased on genotoxicity findings, advise males with female partners of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with VALCHLOR see Nonclinical Toxicology 13.1) ]. barrier method of contraception should be used to avoid direct exposure of reproductive organs to VALCHLOR. InfertilityBased on animal data, mechlorethamine may impair fertility in males and females see Nonclinical Toxicology 13.1) ]. The reversibility of the effect on fertility is unknown.

GERIATRIC USE SECTION.

8.5Geriatric Use. total of 79 patients age 65 and older (31% of the clinical trial population) were treated with either VALCHLOR or the comparator in the clinical trial. Forty-four percent (44%) of patients age 65 or older treated with VALCHLOR achieved CAILS response compared to 66% of patients below the age of 65. Seventy percent (70%) of patients age 65 and older experienced cutaneous adverse reactions and 38% discontinued treatment due to adverse reactions, compared to 58% and 14% in patients below the age of 65, respectively. Similar differences in discontinuation rates between age subgroups were observed in the comparator group.

HOW SUPPLIED SECTION.

16HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING. VALCHLOR is supplied in 60g tubes of 0.016% w/w mechlorethamine as clear gel [NDC 69639-120-01].. Prior to dispensing, store in the freezer at -13F to 5F (-25C to -15C). Advise patients that refrigerated storage is required once dispensed. VALCHLOR is cytotoxic drug. Follow applicable special handling and disposal procedures.

INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION.

1INDICATIONS AND USAGE. VALCHLOR is indicated for the topical treatment of Stage IA and IB mycosis fungoides-type cutaneous T-cell lymphoma in patients who have received prior skin-directed therapy.. VALCHLOR is an alkylating drug indicated for the topical treatment of Stage IA and IB mycosis fungoides-type cutaneous T-cell lymphoma in patients who have received prior skin-directed therapy 1).

INFORMATION FOR PATIENTS SECTION.

17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION. See FDA-approved patient labeling Medication Guide) Advise patients of the following and provide copy of the Medication Guide.Instructions for Patients and Caregivers for Application of VALCHLOR: Apply thin film of VALCHLOR once daily to affected areas of the skin see Dosage and Administration 2.1) ]. Patients must wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling or applying VALCHLOR. Caregivers must wear disposable nitrile gloves when applying VALCHLOR to patients and wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after removal of gloves. If there is accidental skin exposure to VALCHLOR, caregivers must immediately wash exposed areas thoroughly with soap and water and remove contaminated clothing see Dosage and Administration 2.2) ]. Patients and caregivers should follow these instructions when applying VALCHLOR see Dosage and Administration 2.2) ]: Apply immediately or within 30 minutes after removal from the refrigerator. Return VALCHLOR to the refrigerator immediately after each use.Apply VALCHLOR to completely dry skin at least hours before or 30 minutes after showering or washing. Allow treated areas to dry for to 10 minutes after application before covering with clothing.Emollients (moisturizers) may be applied to the treated areas hours before or hours after application of VALCHLOR.Occlusive (air or water-tight) dressings should not be used on areas of the skin where VALCHLOR was applied.Instructions for Patients and Caregivers for Storage of VALCHLOR Store VALCHLOR refrigerated at temperatures between 36F 46F (2C 8C). Advise patients that adherence to the recommended storage condition will ensure VALCHLOR will work as expected. Patients should consult pharmacist prior to using VALCHLOR that has been left at room temperature for longer than one hour per day. Unused product should be discarded after 90 days see How Supplied/Storage and Handling 16) ]. With clean hands, replace tube in the original box, then place in the refrigerator. Keep VALCHLOR in its original box out of the reach of children and avoid contact with food when storing in the refrigerator.Unused VALCHLOR, empty tubes, and used application gloves should be discarded in household trash in manner that prevents accidental application or ingestion by others, including children and pets.Mucosal or Eye Injury Exposure of the eyes to mechlorethamine causes pain, burns, inflammation, photophobia, and blurred vision. Blindness and severe irreversible eye injury may occur. Should eye contact occur, immediately irrigate for at least 15 minutes with copious amounts of water, normal saline, or balanced salt ophthalmic irrigating solution, followed by immediate ophthalmologic consultation see Warnings and Precautions 5.1) ]. Exposure of mucous membranes such as the oral mucosa or nasal mucosa causes pain, redness, and ulceration, which may be severe. Should mucosal contact occur, immediately irrigate for at least 15 minutes with copious amounts of water, followed by immediate medical consultation see Warnings and Precautions 5.1) ]. Secondary Exposure to VALCHLOR Avoid direct skin contact with VALCHLOR in individuals other than the patient. Risks of secondary exposure include dermatitis, mucosal injury, and secondary cancers. Caregivers who help apply VALCHLOR to patients must wear disposable nitrile gloves when handling VALCHLOR. If secondary exposure occurs to eyes, mouth, or nose, immediately irrigate the exposed area for at least 15 minutes with copious amounts of water. Thoroughly wash affected areas of the skin with soap and water see Dosage and Administration 2.2) and Warnings and Precautions 5.2) ]. Dermatitis If patients experience skin irritation after applying VALCHLOR, such as redness, swelling, inflammation, itchiness, blisters, ulceration, or secondary skin infections, instruct patients to discuss with their physician options for changes in the treatment plan. The face, genitalia, anus, or intertriginous skin (skin folds or creases) are at increased risk of skin irritation see Warnings and Precautions 5.3) ]. Non-Melanoma Skin Cancers Instruct patients to notify their physician of any new skin lesions and to undergo periodic assessment for signs and symptoms of skin cancer. Non-melanoma skin cancers have been reported in patients receiving the active ingredient in VALCHLOR. Non-melanoma skin cancer may occur at multiple areas, including areas not directly treated with VALCHLOR see Warnings and Precautions 5.4) ]. Embryo-fetal ToxicityAdvise women of the potential risk to the fetus and to avoid pregnancy while using VALCHLOR. Advise males with female partners of reproductive potential to use barrier method of contraception while using VALCHLOR see Use in Specific Populations 8.1, 8.3) ]. LactationAdvise females not to breastfeed during treatment with VALCHLOR see Use in Specific Populations 8.2) ]. Manufactured for: Helsinn Therapeutics, (U.S.), Inc., Iselin, NJ 08830 Apply immediately or within 30 minutes after removal from the refrigerator. Return VALCHLOR to the refrigerator immediately after each use.. Apply VALCHLOR to completely dry skin at least hours before or 30 minutes after showering or washing. Allow treated areas to dry for to 10 minutes after application before covering with clothing.. Emollients (moisturizers) may be applied to the treated areas hours before or hours after application of VALCHLOR.. Occlusive (air or water-tight) dressings should not be used on areas of the skin where VALCHLOR was applied.

MECHANISM OF ACTION SECTION.

12.1Mechanism of Action. Mechlorethamine, also known as nitrogen mustard, is an alkylating agent which inhibits rapidly proliferating cells.

NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY SECTION.

13 NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY. 13.1Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility. Mechlorethamine was carcinogenic in mice when injected intravenously with four doses of 2.4 mg/kg (0.1% solution) at 2-week intervals with observations for up to years. An increased incidence of thymic lymphomas and pulmonary adenomas was observed. Painting mechlorethamine on the skin of mice at dose of mg/kg for periods of up to 33 weeks resulted in squamous cell tumors in of 33 mice.Mechlorethamine was genotoxic in multiple genetic toxicology studies, which included mutations in the bacterial reverse mutation assay (Ames test) and chromosome aberrations in mammalian cells. Dominant lethal mutations were produced in ICR/Ha Swiss mice.The reproductive effects of VALCHLOR have not been studied; however, published literature indicates that fertility may be impaired by systemically administered mechlorethamine. Mechlorethamine impaired fertility in the male rats at daily dose of 0.25 to 0.5 mg/kg when given intravenously every two weeks for up to 12 doses. When mechlorethamine was administered intraperitoneally to male and female mice for consecutive days at dose of 0.5 mg/kg the pregnancy rate decreased (from 80% to 12.5%) when treated males were paired with treated females. Treatment with intravenous mechlorethamine has been associated with delayed catamenia, oligomenorrhea, and temporary or permanent amenorrhea.. 13.2 Animal Toxicology and/or Pharmacology. Animal studies have shown mechlorethamine to be corrosive to skin and eyes, powerful vesicant, irritating to the mucous membranes of the respiratory tract, and highly toxic by the oral route.

NURSING MOTHERS SECTION.

8.2 Lactation. Risk SummaryThere are no data on the presence of mechlorethamine or its metabolites in human milk, the effects of the drug on the breastfed child, or the effects of the drug on milk production. Because of the potential for topical or systemic exposure to VALCHLOR through exposure to the mothers skin and the potential for serious adverse reactions in the breastfed child from mechlorethamine, advise patients not to breastfeed during treatment with VALCHLOR.

PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL.

Principal Display Panel 60 Tube Carton. VALCHLOR(R)(mechlorethamine) gel 0.016% For Topical UseDispense with Medication Guide Before dispensing, store in freezer After dispensing, store refrigerated RX Only NET WT 60 grams NDC 69639-120-01. Carton label.

PEDIATRIC USE SECTION.

8.4Pediatric Use. Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established.

PHARMACOKINETICS SECTION.

12.3 Pharmacokinetics. Systemic exposure was undetectable after topical administration of VALCHLOR to patients. Blood samples were analyzed from 16 and 15 patients following treatment with VALCHLOR (mechlorethamine gel 0.016%) and an identical formulation consisting of mechlorethamine 0.032% w/w, respectively. For patients who received mechlorethamine 0.016%, samples were collected to measure mechlorethamine concentrations prior to dosing, on day 1, and at the first month visit. Following the topical administration of mechlorethamine 0.016%, there were no detectable plasma mechlorethamine concentrations observed in any of the patients. Patients who received mechlorethamine 0.032% had no measurable concentrations of mechlorethamine or half-mustard after 2, 4, or months of treatment.

PREGNANCY SECTION.

8.1Pregnancy. Risk SummaryBased on case reports in humans, findings in animal reproduction studies, its mechanism of action, and genotoxicity findings, mechlorethamine may cause fetal harm.Available published case reports in pregnant women receiving intravenous mechlorethamine demonstrate that mechlorethamine can cause major birth defects when pregnant woman is systemically exposed. In animal reproduction studies, subcutaneous administration of mechlorethamine to pregnant rats and ferrets during organogenesis resulted in embryo-fetal mortality, alterations to growth, and structural abnormalities. Based on limited available data with VALCHLOR use in pregnant women, if VALCHLOR is used during pregnancy or if the patient becomes pregnant while taking this drug, patient should be advised of the potential risk to the fetus.The estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. All pregnancies have background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2-4% and 15-20%, respectively.DataHuman DataThe limited available data with VALCHLOR use in pregnant women does not show evidence of congenital malformation in newborns. Cases of newborns with congenital malformations have been reported in women who received systemic mechlorethamine during pregnancy. Animal DataMechlorethamine caused fetal malformations in the rat and ferret when given as single subcutaneous injections of mg/kg. Other findings in animals included embryo lethality and growth retardation when administered as single subcutaneous injection.

REFERENCES SECTION.

15 REFERENCES. OSHA Hazardous Drugs. OSHA. http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/hazardousdrugs/index.html.

SPL MEDGUIDE SECTION.

MEDICATION GUIDE VALCHLOR (R) (val-klor) (mechlorethamine) gel Important information: VALCHLOR is for use on skin only. Do not get VALCHLOR near or in your eyes, mouth, or nose. What is the most important information should know about VALCHLOR Keep VALCHLOR away from your eyes, mouth, and nose. If VALCHLOR gets in your eyes it can cause eye pain, burning, swelling, redness, sensitivity to light, and blurred vision. It may also cause blindness and permanent injury to your eyes. If VALCHLOR gets in your eyes, rinse your eyes right away for at least 15 minutes with large amount of water, normal saline, or an eye wash solution.If VALCHLOR gets in your mouth or nose it can cause pain, redness, and ulcers. Rinse the affected area right away for at least 15 minutes with large amount of water.Get medical help right away if VALCHLOR gets in your eyes, mouth, or nose. Talk with your healthcare provider before using VALCHLOR about how to get medical help.What is VALCHLORVALCHLOR is prescription medicine used on the skin (topical) to treat people with Stage 1A and 1B mycosis fungoides-type cutaneous T-cell lymphoma who have received previous skin treatment. It is not known if VALCHLOR is safe and effective in children. Do not use VALCHLOR if you are severely allergic to mechlorethamine. Tell your healthcare provider if you have had an allergic reaction to mechlorethamine. Before using VALCHLOR, tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions, including if you:are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. VALCHLOR may harm your unborn baby. Avoid becoming pregnant during treatment with VALCHLOR. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you become pregnant while using VALCHLOR. -Females who are able to become pregnant should use barrier method of birth control, such as male condom or spermicide, during treatment with VALCHLOR. -Males with female partners who are able to become pregnant should use barrier method of birth control, such as male condom or spermicide, during treatment with VALCHLOR. are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if VALCHLOR passes into your breast milk. Do not breastfeed during treatment with VALCHLOR.Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.How should use VALCHLORUse VALCHLOR exactly as your healthcare provider tells you.Caregivers must wear disposable nitrile gloves when applying VALCHLOR.Wash your hands with soap and water after touching or applying VALCHLOR.Safely throw away used disposable nitrile gloves in household trash.Apply VALCHLOR right away or within 30 minutes after you take it out of the refrigerator.Return VALCHLOR to the refrigerator right after each use.Apply thin layer of VALCHLOR time each day (or as instructed by your healthcare providers) to completely dry affected areas of the skin at least hours before or 30 minutes after showering or washing.Let the treated areas dry for to 10 minutes after applying VALCHLOR before covering with clothing.Moisturizers may be applied to the treated areas hours before or hours after applying VALCHLOR.You should not use air or water-tight bandages on areas of the skin treated with VALCHLOR.What should avoid while using VALCHLOR VALCHLOR is flammable. Avoid fire, flame, and smoking until VALCHLOR has dried. What are the possible side effects of VALCHLOR See What is the most important information should know about VALCHLOR VALCHLOR can cause serious side effects, including: Risk of Secondary Exposure to VALCHLOR. You may have risk of inflammation of your skin (dermatitis), injury to your eyes, mouth, or nose, and certain types of cancers. Caregivers who accidentally come into contact with VALCHLOR must wash the affected area with soap and water right away for at least 15 minutes and remove any contaminated clothing. Get medical help right away if VALCHLOR gets in your eyes, mouth, or nose.Inflammation of your skin (dermatitis) is common with VALCHLOR and may sometimes be severe. Your risk for dermatitis is increased if VALCHLOR is applied to your face, genital area, anus, or skin folds. Tell your healthcare provider if you develop skin reactions such as redness, swelling, itching, blisters, ulcers, and skin infections. Increased risk of certain types of skin cancers. Certain types of skin cancer can develop on areas of your skin that are treated with VALCHLOR and areas of your skin that are not treated with VALCHLOR. Your healthcare provider will check your skin for skin cancers during and after your treatment with VALCHLOR. Tell your healthcare provider if you get any new skin lesions. The most common side effects of VALCHLOR include: redness, swelling, itching, skin ulcers or blisters, skin infection, and darkening of areas of your skin. VALCHLOR may cause fertility problems in females and males. This could affect the ability to become pregnant. Talk to your healthcare provider if this is concern for you.These are not all the possible side effects of VALCHLOR. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. How should store VALCHLOR Store VALCHLOR in the refrigerator between 36F to 46F (2C to 8C).Keep VALCHLOR away from food in the refrigerator.With clean hands, place VALCHLOR back in the box it came in and return it to the refrigerator right after each use.Talk with your pharmacist before you use VALCHLOR that has been out of the refrigerator for more than one hour day.Safely throw away VALCHLOR that is not used after 90 days. Unused VALCHLOR, empty tubes, and used disposable nitrile gloves should be safely thrown away in household trash.Keep VALCHLOR and all medicines out of the reach of children. General information about the safe and effective use of VALCHLOR.Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in Medication Guide. Do not use VALCHLOR for condition for which it was not prescribed. Do not give VALCHLOR to other people, even if they have the same symptoms that you have. It may harm them. You can ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist for information about VALCHLOR that is written for health professionals. What are the ingredients in VALCHLOR Active ingredient: mechlorethamine Inactive ingredients: diethylene glycol monoethyl ether, propylene glycol, isopropyl alcohol, glycerin, lactic acid, hydroxypropylcellulose, sodium chloride, menthol, edetate disodium, butylated hydroxytoluene Manufactured for: Helsinn Therapeutics (U.S.), Inc., Iselin, NJ 08830 For more information, go to www.VALCHLOR.com or call 1-855-482-5245. This Medication Guide has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Revised: 01/2020. If VALCHLOR gets in your eyes it can cause eye pain, burning, swelling, redness, sensitivity to light, and blurred vision. It may also cause blindness and permanent injury to your eyes. If VALCHLOR gets in your eyes, rinse your eyes right away for at least 15 minutes with large amount of water, normal saline, or an eye wash solution.. If VALCHLOR gets in your mouth or nose it can cause pain, redness, and ulcers. Rinse the affected area right away for at least 15 minutes with large amount of water.. are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. VALCHLOR may harm your unborn baby. Avoid becoming pregnant during treatment with VALCHLOR. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you become pregnant while using VALCHLOR.. are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if VALCHLOR passes into your breast milk. Do not breastfeed during treatment with VALCHLOR.. Use VALCHLOR exactly as your healthcare provider tells you.. Caregivers must wear disposable nitrile gloves when applying VALCHLOR.. Wash your hands with soap and water after touching or applying VALCHLOR.. Safely throw away used disposable nitrile gloves in household trash.. Apply VALCHLOR right away or within 30 minutes after you take it out of the refrigerator.. Return VALCHLOR to the refrigerator right after each use.. Apply thin layer of VALCHLOR time each day (or as instructed by your healthcare providers) to completely dry affected areas of the skin at least hours before or 30 minutes after showering or washing.. Let the treated areas dry for to 10 minutes after applying VALCHLOR before covering with clothing.. Moisturizers may be applied to the treated areas hours before or hours after applying VALCHLOR.. You should not use air or water-tight bandages on areas of the skin treated with VALCHLOR.. Risk of Secondary Exposure to VALCHLOR. You may have risk of inflammation of your skin (dermatitis), injury to your eyes, mouth, or nose, and certain types of cancers. Caregivers who accidentally come into contact with VALCHLOR must wash the affected area with soap and water right away for at least 15 minutes and remove any contaminated clothing. Get medical help right away if VALCHLOR gets in your eyes, mouth, or nose.. Inflammation of your skin (dermatitis) is common with VALCHLOR and may sometimes be severe. Your risk for dermatitis is increased if VALCHLOR is applied to your face, genital area, anus, or skin folds. Tell your healthcare provider if you develop skin reactions such as redness, swelling, itching, blisters, ulcers, and skin infections. Increased risk of certain types of skin cancers. Certain types of skin cancer can develop on areas of your skin that are treated with VALCHLOR and areas of your skin that are not treated with VALCHLOR. Your healthcare provider will check your skin for skin cancers during and after your treatment with VALCHLOR. Tell your healthcare provider if you get any new skin lesions. Store VALCHLOR in the refrigerator between 36F to 46F (2C to 8C).. Keep VALCHLOR away from food in the refrigerator.. With clean hands, place VALCHLOR back in the box it came in and return it to the refrigerator right after each use.. Talk with your pharmacist before you use VALCHLOR that has been out of the refrigerator for more than one hour day.. Safely throw away VALCHLOR that is not used after 90 days. Unused VALCHLOR, empty tubes, and used disposable nitrile gloves should be safely thrown away in household trash.. Keep VALCHLOR and all medicines out of the reach of children.

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION.

2.1Dosing and Dose Modification. For Topical Dermatological Use Only Apply thin film of VALCHLOR gel once daily to affected areas of the skin. Stop treatment with VALCHLOR for any grade of skin ulceration, blistering, or moderately-severe or severe dermatitis (i.e., marked skin redness with edema) see Warnings and Precautions 5.3) ]. Upon improvement, treatment with VALCHLOR can be restarted at reduced frequency of once every days. If reintroduction of treatment is tolerated for at least one week, the frequency of application can be increased to every other day for at least one week and then to once daily application if tolerated.

STORAGE AND HANDLING SECTION.

Prior to dispensing, store in the freezer at -13F to 5F (-25C to -15C). Advise patients that refrigerated storage is required once dispensed. VALCHLOR is cytotoxic drug. Follow applicable special handling and disposal procedures.

USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS SECTION.

8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS. Lactation: Advise not to breastfeed 8.2). 8.1Pregnancy. Risk SummaryBased on case reports in humans, findings in animal reproduction studies, its mechanism of action, and genotoxicity findings, mechlorethamine may cause fetal harm.Available published case reports in pregnant women receiving intravenous mechlorethamine demonstrate that mechlorethamine can cause major birth defects when pregnant woman is systemically exposed. In animal reproduction studies, subcutaneous administration of mechlorethamine to pregnant rats and ferrets during organogenesis resulted in embryo-fetal mortality, alterations to growth, and structural abnormalities. Based on limited available data with VALCHLOR use in pregnant women, if VALCHLOR is used during pregnancy or if the patient becomes pregnant while taking this drug, patient should be advised of the potential risk to the fetus.The estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. All pregnancies have background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2-4% and 15-20%, respectively.DataHuman DataThe limited available data with VALCHLOR use in pregnant women does not show evidence of congenital malformation in newborns. Cases of newborns with congenital malformations have been reported in women who received systemic mechlorethamine during pregnancy. Animal DataMechlorethamine caused fetal malformations in the rat and ferret when given as single subcutaneous injections of mg/kg. Other findings in animals included embryo lethality and growth retardation when administered as single subcutaneous injection. 8.2 Lactation. Risk SummaryThere are no data on the presence of mechlorethamine or its metabolites in human milk, the effects of the drug on the breastfed child, or the effects of the drug on milk production. Because of the potential for topical or systemic exposure to VALCHLOR through exposure to the mothers skin and the potential for serious adverse reactions in the breastfed child from mechlorethamine, advise patients not to breastfeed during treatment with VALCHLOR.. 8.3 Females and Males of Reproductive Potential. ContraceptionFemalesAdvise female patients of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with VALCHLOR. barrier method of contraception should be used to avoid direct exposure of reproductive organs to VALCHLOR. MalesBased on genotoxicity findings, advise males with female partners of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment with VALCHLOR see Nonclinical Toxicology 13.1) ]. barrier method of contraception should be used to avoid direct exposure of reproductive organs to VALCHLOR. InfertilityBased on animal data, mechlorethamine may impair fertility in males and females see Nonclinical Toxicology 13.1) ]. The reversibility of the effect on fertility is unknown. 8.4Pediatric Use. Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established. 8.5Geriatric Use. total of 79 patients age 65 and older (31% of the clinical trial population) were treated with either VALCHLOR or the comparator in the clinical trial. Forty-four percent (44%) of patients age 65 or older treated with VALCHLOR achieved CAILS response compared to 66% of patients below the age of 65. Seventy percent (70%) of patients age 65 and older experienced cutaneous adverse reactions and 38% discontinued treatment due to adverse reactions, compared to 58% and 14% in patients below the age of 65, respectively. Similar differences in discontinuation rates between age subgroups were observed in the comparator group.

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS SECTION.

5WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS. Mucosal or eye injury: VALCHLOR exposure to mucous membranes, especially of the eyes, can cause mucosal injury which may be severe. Eye injury may lead to blindness. Immediately irrigate for at least 15 minutes followed by immediate medical consultation 5.1). Secondary exposure to VALCHLOR: individuals other than the patient must avoid skin contact with VALCHLOR 2.2, 5.2). Dermatitis: Monitor patients for redness, swelling, inflammation, itchiness, blisters, ulceration, and secondary skin infections. Stop treatment or reduce dose frequency 2.1, 5.3). Non-melanoma skin cancer: Monitor patients during and after treatment 5.4). Embryo-fetal toxicity: May cause fetal harm 5.5). Flammable gel: VALCHLOR is an alcohol-based gel. Avoid fire, flame, and smoking until the gel has dried 2.2, 5.6). Mucosal or eye injury: VALCHLOR exposure to mucous membranes, especially of the eyes, can cause mucosal injury which may be severe. Eye injury may lead to blindness. Immediately irrigate for at least 15 minutes followed by immediate medical consultation 5.1). Secondary exposure to VALCHLOR: individuals other than the patient must avoid skin contact with VALCHLOR 2.2, 5.2). Dermatitis: Monitor patients for redness, swelling, inflammation, itchiness, blisters, ulceration, and secondary skin infections. Stop treatment or reduce dose frequency 2.1, 5.3). Non-melanoma skin cancer: Monitor patients during and after treatment 5.4). Embryo-fetal toxicity: May cause fetal harm 5.5). Flammable gel: VALCHLOR is an alcohol-based gel. Avoid fire, flame, and smoking until the gel has dried 2.2, 5.6). 5.1Mucosal or Eye Injury. Exposure of the eyes to mechlorethamine causes pain, burns, inflammation, photophobia, and blurred vision. Blindness and severe irreversible anterior eye injury may occur. Advise patients that if eye exposure occurs, (1) immediately irrigate for at least 15 minutes with copious amounts of water, normal saline, or balanced salt ophthalmic irrigating solution and (2) obtain immediate medical care (including ophthalmologic consultation). Exposure of mucous membranes such as the oral mucosa or nasal mucosa causes pain, redness, and ulceration, which may be severe. Should mucosal contact occur, immediately irrigate for at least 15 minutes with copious amounts of water, followed by immediate medical consultation.. 5.2Secondary Exposure to VALCHLOR. Avoid direct skin contact with VALCHLOR in individuals other than the patient. Risks of secondary exposure include dermatitis, mucosal injury, and secondary cancers. Follow recommended application instructions to prevent secondary exposure see Dosage and Administration 2.2) ]. 5.3Dermatitis. The most common adverse reaction was dermatitis, which occurred in 56% of the patients see Adverse Reactions 6.1) ]. Dermatitis was moderately severe or severe in 23% of patients. Monitor patients for redness, swelling, inflammation, itchiness, blisters, ulceration, and secondary skin infections. The face, genitalia, anus, and intertriginous skin are at increased risk of dermatitis. Follow dose modification instructions for dermatitis see Dosage and Administration 2.1) ]. 5.4Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer. Four percent (4%, 11/255) of patients developed non-melanoma skin cancer during the clinical trial or during one year of post-treatment follow-up: 2% (3/128) of patients receiving VALCHLOR, and 6% (8/127) of patients receiving the mechlorethamine ointment comparator. Some of these non-melanoma skin cancers occurred in patients who had received prior therapies known to cause non-melanoma skin cancer. Monitor patients for non-melanoma skin cancers during and after treatment with VALCHLOR. Non-melanoma skin cancer may occur on any area of the skin, including untreated areas.. 5.5Embryo-fetal Toxicity. Based on case reports in humans, findings in animal reproduction studies, its mechanism of action, and genotoxicity findings, mechlorethamine may cause fetal harm. There are case reports of children born with malformations in pregnant women systemically administered mechlorethamine. Mechlorethamine was teratogenic and embryo-lethal after single subcutaneous administration to animals. Advise women to avoid becoming pregnant while using VALCHLOR. If this drug is used during pregnancy or if the patient becomes pregnant while taking this drug, the patient should be apprised of the potential hazard to fetus see Use in Specific Populations 8.1) ]. 5.6Flammable Gel. Alcohol-based products, including VALCHLOR, are flammable. Follow recommended application instructions see Dosage and Administration 2.2) ].