allogeneic cultured keratinocytes and fibroblasts (Rx)

Brand and Other Names:StrataGraft, allogeneic cultured keratinocytes and dermal fibroblasts in murine collagen-dsat

Dosing & Uses

AdultPediatric

Dosage Forms & Strengths

topical bioengineered skin graft

  • Each rectangular sheet ~100 cm2 (~8cm x 12.5cm)

Burns

Allogeneic cellularized scaffold product for treatment of adults with thermal burns containing intact dermal elements for which surgical intervention is clinically indicated (deep partial-thickness burns)

Surgically apply to prepared wound bed following excision/debridement

Construct is ~100 cm2 (~8 cm x 12.5 cm) off-white rectangle; may trim construct to fit shape and size of wound area

Surface area of construct should be equal to surface area of wound to be treated

Multiple constructs may be applied to cover large wound areas

If multiple constructs required, abut the constructs; not necessary to overlap edges

Each construct is for single patient only

<18 years: Safety and efficacy not established

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Interactions

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              • chlorhexidine topical

                chlorhexidine topical decreases effects of allogeneic cultured keratinocytes and fibroblasts by Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: Chlorhexidine topical antiseptic has been shown to be toxic to keratinocytes and human dermal fibroblasts.

              • mafenide

                mafenide decreases effects of allogeneic cultured keratinocytes and fibroblasts by Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: Mafenide acetate, a topical antimicrobial, reduces keratinocyte viability and disrupt integrity of tissue-engineered human skin substitutes composed of keratinocytes.

              • silver nitrate

                silver nitrate decreases effects of allogeneic cultured keratinocytes and fibroblasts by Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: Silver-containing antimicrobials and dressings may decrease viability of keratinocytes and human dermal fibroblasts.

              • silver sulfadiazine

                silver sulfadiazine decreases effects of allogeneic cultured keratinocytes and fibroblasts by Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: Silver-containing antimicrobials and dressings may decrease viability of keratinocytes and human dermal fibroblasts. .

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                Minor (0)

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                  Adverse Effects

                  >10%

                  Pruritus (11%)

                  1-10%

                  Blisters (4%)

                  Hypertrophic scar (3%)

                  Impaired healing (3%)

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                  Warnings

                  Contraindications

                  Known allergies to murine collagen or products containing ingredients of bovine or porcine origin

                  Cautions

                  Contains glycerin; avoid in patients with known sensitivity

                  Severe hypersensitivity reactions may occur; monitor for both early and late symptoms and signs following application; treat according to standard medical practice

                  Because this is a xenotransplantation product, recipients should not donate whole blood, blood components, plasma, leukocytes, tissues, breast milk, ova, sperm, or other body parts for use in humans

                  Transmission of infectious diseases

                  • Contains cells from human donors and may transmit infectious diseases or infectious agents, such as viruses, bacteria, or other pathogens, including the agent that causes transmissible spongiform encephalopathy (TSE, also known as Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease [CJD] or variant CJD)
                  • Classified as a xenotransplantation product because of historic exposure of the keratinocyte cells to well-characterized mouse cells
                  • Cell banks have been tested and found to be free of detectable adventitious agents, and mouse cells are no longer used in the manufacture of StrataGraft; however, these measures do not entirely eliminate risk of transmitting infectious diseases and disease agents
                  • Transmission of infectious diseases or agents has not been reported

                  Drug interaction overview

                  • Mafenide
                    • Not recommended
                    • Mafenide acetate, a topical antimicrobial, reduces keratinocyte viability and disrupts integrity of tissue-engineered human skin substitutes composed of keratinocytes
                  • Silver-containing antimicrobials and dressings
                    • Not recommended
                    • Data suggest silver may decrease viability of keratinocytes and human dermal fibroblasts
                  • Chlorhexidine
                    • Not recommended
                    • Chlorhexidine topical antiseptic shown to be toxic to keratinocytes and human dermal fibroblasts
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                  Pregnancy & Lactation

                  Pregnancy

                  There are no available data regarding use in pregnant females

                  No animal reproductive and developmental toxicity studies have been conducted to assess whether it can cause fetal harm

                  Lactation

                  Data are unavailable on presence in human milk, effect on breastfed infants, or effect on milk production

                  Pregnancy Categories

                  A: Generally acceptable. Controlled studies in pregnant women show no evidence of fetal risk.

                  B: May be acceptable. Either animal studies show no risk but human studies not available or animal studies showed minor risks and human studies done and showed no risk.

                  C: Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks. Animal studies show risk and human studies not available or neither animal nor human studies done.

                  D: Use in LIFE-THREATENING emergencies when no safer drug available. Positive evidence of human fetal risk.

                  X: Do not use in pregnancy. Risks involved outweigh potential benefits. Safer alternatives exist.

                  NA: Information not available.

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                  Pharmacology

                  Mechanism of Action

                  Allogeneic cellularized scaffold product containing metabolically active cells that produce and secrete a variety of growth factors and cytokines

                  Growth factors, cytokines, and extracellular matrix proteins are known to be involved in wound repair and regeneration

                  Does not remain permanently engrafted, but is replaced by the patient’s own cells over time, eliminating or reducing the need for autografting to attain definitive closure of the majority of treated wounds

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                  Administration

                  Preparation

                  Following wound bed preparation (excision/debridement), determine number of constructs that need to be thawed

                  Two operators (a sterile operator and a nonsterile operator) are required for the procedures

                  Follow instructions and diagrams provided in Prescribing Information

                  Topical Application

                  Apply in appropriate aseptic conditions by a trained healthcare provider

                  Follow the steps below for topical application

                  • If using fibrin glue to anchor constructs, apply before placing the meshed construct on the prepared wound bed; if using anchoring methods other than fibrin glue, start with next step
                  • Place the meshed StrataGraft with the dermal (shiny) side down in contact with prepared wound bed; ensure epidermal (matte) side is facing up; abut constructs when placing multiple constructs; overlapping edges is not required
                  • Note
                    • If treated area is smaller than 1 construct, trim excess before or after anchoring to the wound bed
                    • Ensure construct has contact across entire surface of the wound bed
                    • Do not stretch or expand construct; doing so may degrade structural integrity
                  • Anchor construct with staples, tissue adhesive (eg, cyanoacrylate), or sutures to keep from dislodging; place porous, nonadherent contact dressing over construct and leave dressing in place for 1 week before changing
                  • Place second layer of dressing that does not contain silver
                  • Placement of an outer bolster or wrap that keeps from moving as clinically appropriate is at the discretion of the physician

                  Storage

                  Constructs: Freeze between -70ºC and -90ºC (-94ºF to -130ºF)

                  Hold solution: Refrigerate at 2-8ºC (36-46ºF)

                  Hold dishes: Store at ambient temperatures

                  Do not use any of the above components if they have been compromised

                  Dispose of unused constructs as surgical biohazardous waste in accordance with local requirements

                  Dispose of materials that have come into contact with constructs as surgical biohazardous waste in accordance with local requirements

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