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ENCELTO

RxNorm 2708837· REVAKINAGENE TARORETCEL-LWEY· INTRAVITREAL

Neurotech Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Indications and usage

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE ENCELTO is indicated for the treatment of adults with idiopathic macular telangiectasia type 2 (MacTel). ENCELTO is an allogeneic encapsulated cell-based gene therapy indicated for the treatment of adults with idiopathic macular telangiectasia type 2 (MacTel).

Dosage and administration

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION For intravitreal implantation only. ENCELTO is intended for surgical intravitreal implantation under aseptic conditions by a qualified ophthalmologist. ( 2.1 ) The recommended dose is one ENCELTO implant per affected eye containing 200,000 to 440,000 allogeneic retinal pigment epithelial cells expressing recombinant human ciliary neurotrophic factor (rhCNTF). ( 2.1 ) Carefully inspect ENCELTO prior to use and refer to the Instructions for Use when preparing for and performing surgical placement or removal of ENCELTO. ( 2.2 , 2.3 ) 2.1 Recommended Dose For intravitreal implantation only • ENCELTO is administered by a single surgical intravitreal procedure performed by a qualified ophthalmologist. • The recommended dose is one ENCELTO implant per affected eye. Each ENCELTO implant contains 200,000 to 440,000 allogeneic retinal pigment epithelial cells expressing recombinant human ciliary neurotrophic factor (rhCNTF) (NTC-201-6A cell line), a neurotrophic factor. 2.2 ENCELTO Surgical Placement The ENCELTO implant insertion is a surgical procedure performed in an operating room under aseptic conditions by a qualified ophthalmologist. Pre-Surgical Preparation Inspect the ENCELTO packaging for any signs of damage or leakage. Verify the use-by date. Confirm that the disposable temperature recording device displays a checkmark at the top of the screen. Ensure the liquid medium is at the correct pH using the provided pH color guide reference card. Prepare the surgical field properly. Surgical Steps 1. Preparing the Surgical Site a. Create a 7x7 mm peritomy of the conjunctiva and Tenon’s capsule at the selected implantation site. b. Place a corneal-limbal traction suture in the selected surgical quadrant (either inferotemporal or inferonasal) ( Figure 1 ). c. Maintain hemostasis of the underlying sclera and conjunctiva ( Figure 1 ). d. Using an MVR and 15-degree blade, create a 3.0 mm full-thickness sclerotomy 3.75 mm posterior and parallel to the limbus ( Figure 2 ). Do not insert ENCELTO outside of the pars plana. e. Confirm: • The incision is full thickness. • There is adequate hemostasis. • There is no spanning uveal tissue. 2. Preparing the ENCELTO Implant a. Open the inner container and expose the upper compartment and luer lock cap ( Figure 3 ). b. Unlock the luer lock cap by turning it counterclockwise once. c. Lift the luer lock cap vertically to remove ENCELTO (attached to the gripper). d. Rinse ENCELTO with at least 5 mL of sterile Balanced Saline Solution (BSS). e. Keep ENCELTO moist by applying BSS every 10 minutes until insertion. f. While holding the luer lock cap, pass a double-armed 9-0 polypropylene suture needle through ENCELTO’s fixation loop ( Figure 4 ). 3. Implantation of ENCELTO a. Gently open the sclerotomy incision and insert ENCELTO perpendicularly into the eye ( Figure 5 ). b. Ensure only the fixation loop is exposed. c. Release ENCELTO from the gripper by squeezing the indicated region with forceps or a fine needle holder ( Figure 6 ). 4. Securing the Implant a. Secure ENCELTO by creating a 3-1-1 anchor knot with the polypropylene suture at the apex of the fixation loop ( Figure 7 ). b. Confirm ENCELTO is centered in the incision. c. Pass each suture arm centrally through either side of the wound at 90-99% scleral depth ( Figure 8 ). d. Pull up the suture ends and confirm that the fixation loop is at the proper depth (90-99%). e. Tie down the suture to the sclera with a 3-1-1 knot, ensuring the knot is placed away from the incision. f. If a suture breaks, leave the tail as long as possible and lay it flat. g. Take a 2.0 mm scleral bite at 50-75% depth beyond the sclerotomy on each side ( Figure 9 ). 5. Closing the Incision a. Close the scleral incision with 9-0 nylon sutures ( Figure 10 ), ensuring: The polypropylene suture is captured to prevent irritation and erosion. All nylon suture knots are rotated into the sclera. The closure is watertight. b. Pull the polypropylene suture …

Warnings

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS ENCELTO implantation has been associated with severe vision loss, infectious endophthalmitis, retinal tears and/or detachment, vitreous hemorrhage, implant extrusion, cataract formation, suture related complications, and delayed dark adaptation. Patients should be instructed to report signs or symptoms that could be associated with these events without delay. Additional surgical and/or medical management may be required. ( 5.1 , 5.2 , 5.3 , 5.4 , 5.5 , 5.6 , 5.7 , 5.8 ) Vitreous Hemorrhage: Temporarily discontinue antithrombotic medication prior to ENCELTO insertion surgery to reduce the risk of implantation related vitreous hemorrhage. Vitreous hemorrhages occurring greater than one year from implantation could be a sign of ENCELTO extrusion. The surgical site should be examined closely and the ENCELTO should be surgically repositioned if indicated. ( 5.4 ) 5.1 Severe Vision Loss Severe vision loss defined as three or more lines of visual acuity loss [≥15 Early Treatment Diabetic Retinopathy Study (ETDRS) letters] has occurred following ENCELTO implantation [ see Adverse Reactions (6) ]. Monitor patients for signs and symptoms of vision loss and manage as clinically indicated. 5.2 Infectious Endophthalmitis Infectious endophthalmitis may occur following ENCELTO implantation. Signs and symptoms of infectious endophthalmitis include progressively worsening eye pain, vision loss, or scleral and conjunctival injection. To mitigate the risk of endophthalmitis, use proper aseptic surgical technique for ENCELTO implantation [ see Dosage and Administration (2.2) ]. Monitor patients for signs or symptoms of infectious endophthalmitis. Remove ENCELTO implant if infectious endophthalmitis occurs and manage symptoms according to clinical practice. 5.3 Retinal Tear and Detachment Retinal tears and retinal detachment may occur following ENCELTO implantation. Signs and symptoms of retinal tears include acute onset of flashing lights, floaters, and/or loss of visual acuity. Signs and symptoms of retinal detachment may include progressive visual field loss and/or loss of visual acuity. Use standard vitreoretinal surgical techniques during ENCELTO implantation to minimize the risk of retinal tears and retinal detachment. Monitor for any signs or symptoms of retinal tear and/or retinal detachment. Treat rhegmatogenous retinal detachment and retinal tears promptly. Remove ENCELTO implant, if vitrectomy with a complete gas fill or silicone oil fill is required [ see Dosage and Administration (2.3) ]. 5.4 Vitreous Hemorrhage Vitreous hemorrhage, which may result in temporary vision loss, has occurred following ENCELTO implantation [ see Adverse Reactions (6) ]. Patients receiving antithrombotic medication (e.g., oral anticoagulants, aspirin, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) may be at increased risk of vitreous hemorrhage. To reduce the risk of vitreous hemorrhage, interrupt antithrombotic medications prior to the ENCELTO implantation. Vitrectomy surgery may be necessary to clear severe, recurrent, or non-clearing vitreous hemorrhage. If the patient has a late onset vitreous hemorrhage (greater than one year following ENCELTO implantation surgery), examine the ENCELTO implantation site for possible implant extrusion. If implant extrusion has occurred, surgically reposition ENCELTO [ see Implant Extrusion (5.5) ]. 5.5 Implant Extrusion Implant extrusion through the initial scleral wound has occurred following ENCELTO implantation [ see Adverse Reactions (6) ]. Signs and symptoms of implant extrusion include recurrent uveitis, vitreous hemorrhage, eye pain more than one year after implantation, or visibility of titanium fixation loop under the conjunctiva. To reduce the risk of implant extrusion, carefully follow the specific surgical steps for ENCELTO implantation [ see Dosage and Administration (2.2) ]. Evaluate patients after 6 months to confirm proper positioning of ENCELTO and then annually. If ENCELTO begins to e…

Contraindications

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS ENCELTO is contraindicated in patients with: Active or suspected ocular or periocular infections. Known hypersensitivity to Endothelial Serum Free Media (Endo-SFM) Ocular or periocular infections. ( 4 ) Known hypersensitivity to Endothelial Serum Free Media (Endo-SFM). ( 4 )

Adverse events

Most frequently reported events (FDA FAERS). Report frequency does not imply causation.

  • blindness unilateral1
  • depression1
  • eye pain1
  • limb injury1
  • macular detachment1
  • ocular discomfort1
  • ocular procedural complication1
  • suicidal ideation1
  • visual impairment1
  • vitreoretinal traction syndrome1
  • vitreous haemorrhage1

Adverse reactions (label)

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥2%) were conjunctival hemorrhage, delayed dark adaptation, foreign body sensation, eye pain, suture related complications, miosis, conjunctival hyperemia, eye pruritus, ocular discomfort, vitreous hemorrhage, blurred vision, headache, dry eye, eye irritation, cataract progression or formation, vitreous floaters, severe vision loss, eye discharge, anterior chamber cell, iridocyclitis. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Neurotech at 1- 833-963-9275 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 a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. The safety data described in this section reflects exposure to ENCELTO in two clinical trials, Study 1 (NTMT-03-A) and Study 2 (NTMT-03-B) and are pooled for analysis. A total of 117 patients received ENCELTO, and 111 patients underwent a sham procedure and were followed for a duration of 24 months [ see Clinical Studies (14) ]. Serious adverse reactions occurred in six patients (5%) including suture related complications (n=5) and implant extrusion (n=1). Table 1 lists the most common adverse reactions that occurred in > 2% patients and with higher frequency in ENCELTO group compared to Sham group in Study 1 and Study 2. Table 1. Adverse Reactions occurring in ≥2% of Patients and with higher frequency in ENCELTO group compared to Sham group in ENCELTO studies* Adverse Reactions ENCELTO (N=117) n (%) Sham (N=111) n (%) Conjunctival hemorrhage 36 (31) 29 (26) Delayed dark adaptation 27 (23.1) 1 (1) Foreign body sensation in eyes 18 (15) 15 (13.5) Eye pain 18 (15) 10 (9) Suture related complication** 18 (15.4) 3 (2.7) Miosis 18 (15.4) 0 (0.0) Conjunctival hyperemia 13 (11) 9 (8) Eye pruritus 10 (9) 4 (3.6) Ocular discomfort 10 (9) 1 (1) Vitreous hemorrhage 10 (8.5) 0 (0.0) Vision blurred 8 (7) 4 (4) Headache 8 (7) 1 (1) Dry eye 7 (6) 2 (2) Eye irritation 6 (5.1) 2 (2) Cumulative cataract incidence 6 (5) 0 (0) Vitreous floaters 6 (5) 0 (0.0) Severe visual loss>15 letters*** 4 (3) 0 (0) Eye discharge 4 (3.4) 1 (0.9) Anterior chamber cell 4 (3.4) 0 (0.0) Iridocyclitis 3 (2.6) 0 (0) * Pooled data from Study 1 and Study 2; Adverse reaction rates were comparable between the two studies **Suture related complications include exposed suture, foreign body sensation, conjunctival wound dehiscence, painful sutures, suture irritation, suture granuloma, scleral wound opening, and itchy suture *** Includes one case of visual loss due to cataract formation which remained unresolved at the end of the study