Trifluridine
prophylaxis of vaccinia infection in the cornea and conjunctiva, smallpox vaccinations, Communicable Diseases + 14 more
Treatment
5 FDA approvals
20 Active Studies for Trifluridine
Treatment for
prophylaxis of vaccinia infection in the cornea and conjunctiva
What is Trifluridine
Trifluridine
The Generic name of this drug
Treatment Summary
Trifluridine is an antiviral medicine used to treat eye infections caused by the herpes simplex virus 1 and 2. It can also be combined with another drug called tipiracil to treat metastatic colorectal cancer in adults. Trifluridine works by stopping the replication of cancer cells, which can help slow down the growth of tumors.
Viroptic
is the brand name
Trifluridine Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Viroptic
Trifluridine
1980
7
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Trifluridine, commonly known as Viroptic, is approved by the FDA for 5 uses which include previously treated with anti-VEGF and Metastatic Colorectal Cancer (CRC) .
previously treated with anti-VEGF
Used to treat previously treated with anti-VEGF in combination with Tipiracil
Metastatic Colorectal Cancer (CRC)
Used to treat Metastatic Colorectal Cancer (CRC) in combination with Tipiracil
oxaliplatin
Used to treat previous treatment with fluoropyrimidine, oxaliplatin and irinotecan in combination with Tipiracil
RAS wild-type with previous of anti-EGFR therapy
Used to treat RAS wild-type with previous of anti-EGFR therapy in combination with Tipiracil
Colorectal Cancer
Used to treat Metastatic Colorectal Cancer (CRC) in combination with Tipiracil
Effectiveness
How Trifluridine Affects Patients
Trifluridine is an antiviral medication used to treat herpes simplex virus, types 1 and 2, vacciniavirus, and some strains of adenovirus that can cause eye issues. In clinical trials, it has been shown to be effective in treating dendritic ulcers in patients unresponsive to other similar medications. In nonclinical studies, it has been shown to have anti-tumour activity against colorectal cancer cells. It also has the potential to increase progression-free survival, overall response rate, and disease control rate when administered in combination with other medications for previously treated metastatic colore
How Trifluridine works in the body
Trifluridine works to stop the replication of viruses and cancer cells. It binds to DNA strands inside of the cell and causes mutations that make it difficult for the virus or cell to reproduce. Trifluridine also interferes with an enzyme called thymidylate synthetase, which helps cells produce DNA. Inhibiting this enzyme makes it harder for cancer cells to reproduce. Trifluridine works in combination with another drug called tipiracil, which increases its effectiveness in the body.
When to interrupt dosage
The prescribed dosage of Trifluridine relies upon the diagnosed condition, including Pharmacotherapy, prophylaxis of vaccinia contamination in the cornea and conjunctiva and Eyelid construction. The amount likewise changes as per the technique of delivery (e.g. Tablet - Oral or Oral) exhibited in the table underneath.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
smallpox vaccinations
, 10.0 mg/mL, 1.0 %, 20.0 mg, 15.0 mg
Ophthalmic, Solution, , Solution - Ophthalmic, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
Eyelid structure
, 10.0 mg/mL, 1.0 %, 20.0 mg, 15.0 mg
Ophthalmic, Solution, , Solution - Ophthalmic, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
disease progression after 2 or more HER2/neu-targeted therapy
, 10.0 mg/mL, 1.0 %, 20.0 mg, 15.0 mg
Ophthalmic, Solution, , Solution - Ophthalmic, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
at least two prior systemic chemotherapy regimens
, 10.0 mg/mL, 1.0 %, 20.0 mg, 15.0 mg
Ophthalmic, Solution, , Solution - Ophthalmic, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
Pharmacotherapy
, 10.0 mg/mL, 1.0 %, 20.0 mg, 15.0 mg
Ophthalmic, Solution, , Solution - Ophthalmic, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
previously treated with anti-VEGF
, 10.0 mg/mL, 1.0 %, 20.0 mg, 15.0 mg
Ophthalmic, Solution, , Solution - Ophthalmic, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
Blepharitis
, 10.0 mg/mL, 1.0 %, 20.0 mg, 15.0 mg
Ophthalmic, Solution, , Solution - Ophthalmic, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
Colorectal Cancer
, 10.0 mg/mL, 1.0 %, 20.0 mg, 15.0 mg
Ophthalmic, Solution, , Solution - Ophthalmic, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
herpesvirus 2, human
, 10.0 mg/mL, 1.0 %, 20.0 mg, 15.0 mg
Ophthalmic, Solution, , Solution - Ophthalmic, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
RAS wild-type with previous of anti-EGFR therapy
, 10.0 mg/mL, 1.0 %, 20.0 mg, 15.0 mg
Ophthalmic, Solution, , Solution - Ophthalmic, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
prophylaxis of vaccinia infection in the cornea and conjunctiva
, 10.0 mg/mL, 1.0 %, 20.0 mg, 15.0 mg
Ophthalmic, Solution, , Solution - Ophthalmic, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
oxaliplatin
, 10.0 mg/mL, 1.0 %, 20.0 mg, 15.0 mg
Ophthalmic, Solution, , Solution - Ophthalmic, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
Stomach Neoplasms
, 10.0 mg/mL, 1.0 %, 20.0 mg, 15.0 mg
Ophthalmic, Solution, , Solution - Ophthalmic, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
Communicable Diseases
, 10.0 mg/mL, 1.0 %, 20.0 mg, 15.0 mg
Ophthalmic, Solution, , Solution - Ophthalmic, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
vaccinia infection in the cornea and conjunctiva
, 10.0 mg/mL, 1.0 %, 20.0 mg, 15.0 mg
Ophthalmic, Solution, , Solution - Ophthalmic, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
Herpes Simplex Infections
, 10.0 mg/mL, 1.0 %, 20.0 mg, 15.0 mg
Ophthalmic, Solution, , Solution - Ophthalmic, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
Metastatic Gastroesophageal Junction Adenocarcinoma
, 10.0 mg/mL, 1.0 %, 20.0 mg, 15.0 mg
Ophthalmic, Solution, , Solution - Ophthalmic, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
Warnings
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Trifluridine.
Common Trifluridine Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
2-Methoxyethanol
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Trifluridine is combined with 2-Methoxyethanol.
9-(N-methyl-L-isoleucine)-cyclosporin A
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Trifluridine is combined with 9-(N-methyl-L-isoleucine)-cyclosporin A.
Abatacept
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Trifluridine is combined with Abatacept.
Abetimus
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Trifluridine is combined with Abetimus.
Acteoside
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Trifluridine is combined with Acteoside.
Trifluridine Toxicity & Overdose Risk
The maximum toxic dose of Lonsurf, trifluridine in combination with tipiracil, when taken intravenously in rats is 2946 mg/kg. When taken orally in rats and mice it is greater than 4379mg/kg. It is unlikely that an overdose can occur through ocular instillation. The highest dose of Lonsurf taken in clinical studies was 180 mg/m^2 per day. The main consequence of an overdose is bone marrow suppression, and there is no known antidote. If an overdose occurs, medical treatment should be used to address the symptoms and prevent any further complications. Animal
Trifluridine Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Trifluridine?
49 active clinical trials are currently underway to assess the potential of Trifluridine to provide Pharmacotherapy, prophylaxis against vaccinia infection in the cornea and conjunctiva and Communicable Disease prevention.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Communicable Diseases
0 Actively Recruiting
smallpox vaccinations
0 Actively Recruiting
oxaliplatin
0 Actively Recruiting
Blepharitis
0 Actively Recruiting
at least two prior systemic chemotherapy regimens
0 Actively Recruiting
Eyelid structure
0 Actively Recruiting
Metastatic Gastroesophageal Junction Adenocarcinoma
18 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Phase 1, Not Applicable, Early Phase 1, Phase 3
disease progression after 2 or more HER2/neu-targeted therapy
0 Actively Recruiting
Stomach Neoplasms
0 Actively Recruiting
previously treated with anti-VEGF
0 Actively Recruiting
herpesvirus 2, human
0 Actively Recruiting
Pharmacotherapy
0 Actively Recruiting
vaccinia infection in the cornea and conjunctiva
0 Actively Recruiting
Colorectal Cancer
46 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Phase 1, Phase 3, Not Applicable, Early Phase 1
prophylaxis of vaccinia infection in the cornea and conjunctiva
0 Actively Recruiting
RAS wild-type with previous of anti-EGFR therapy
0 Actively Recruiting
Herpes Simplex Infections
0 Actively Recruiting
Trifluridine Reviews: What are patients saying about Trifluridine?
5
Patient Review
10/24/2008
Trifluridine for Infection of the Cornea of the Eye due to Herpes Simplex
5
Patient Review
8/5/2011
Trifluridine for Infection of the Cornea of the Eye due to Herpes Simplex
5
Patient Review
2/10/2010
Trifluridine for Infection of Cornea and Conjunctiva due to Herpes Simplex
5
Patient Review
7/15/2009
Trifluridine for Infection of the Cornea of the Eye due to Herpes Simplex
Patient Q&A Section about trifluridine
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
How long does it take for trifluridine eye drops to work?
"How long does it take for trifluridine (Viroptic) to work? It usually takes 6 to 12 days for ulcers to heal when using trifluridine (Viroptic), but this depends on the severity of the damage. Follow-up appointments are important to ensure that the infection is being properly treated."
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What are the side effects of trifluridine?
"If you experience blurred vision or any other changes in your vision, dryness in your eyes, irritation, itching, redness, swelling, or any other sign of irritation after using this medication, please contact your doctor."
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Is trifluridine a steroid?
"Trifluridine is an antiviral medicine that prevents viruses from causing infections."
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What is trifluridine used for?
"Trifluridine eye Drops are used to treat viral infections of the eye."
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