Is talatumumab (Imdelltra) available in China

Talatumumab (Imdelltra) is a bispecific antibody drug in clinical practice. It is mainly used to treat extensive-stage small cell lung cancer that progresses after platinum-containing chemotherapy. It can direct T cells to tumor cells and play a therapeutic role.

Is Imdelltra available in China?

Imdelltra has not yet been approved for marketing by the Chinese drug regulatory authorities, nor has it been included in the national medical insurance directory. The price of the original drug in the United States is relatively high, about US$6,102 for 1 mg and US$28,129 for 10 mg.

Talatumumab has not been launched in China, mainly because it requires the completion of local clinical trials to verify its efficacy before being launched in China. The process is time-consuming, and the approval of imported drugs involves complex data review and production quality inspection. High pricing may also affect its domestic entry process.

Patients in urgent need of medication can consider some online cross-border medical platforms, but they need to strictly review the platform qualifications and drug sources to avoid buying fake and shoddy drugs.

Where to buy talatumumab (Imdelltra)

Since talatumumab has not yet been marketed in China, domestic patients cannot purchase it directly through hospitals or pharmacies, but they can consider purchasing the drug:

Purchase overseas

Patients can go to hospitals or pharmacies in countries where it is already on the market (such as the United States) to purchase it with a prescription. You need to contact local medical institutions in advance to confirm drug inventory and apply for international prescription certification.

During travel, please pay attention to the cold chain transportation of drugs and use special insulated boxes for storage. Some countries limit the export quantity of drugs. It is recommended to consult customs policies to avoid legal risks. This method is more expensive, involving transportation, accommodation and time investment, and is suitable for patients with financial conditions.

Online drug purchasing platform

If you want to save time and economic costs, you can choose an online drug purchasing platform. When choosing a platform, you need to verify whether it has formal qualifications. Complete medical records, prescriptions and identity certificates are required for the drug purchasing process. Patients should check the packaging seal and temperature recorder data immediately after receiving the product.

No matter which route is chosen, patients should pay attention to check the authenticity of the medicine, such as checking the production batch number, label, etc. on the official website.

How to store Imdelltra after purchasing it

Talatumumab has strict storage conditions. Improper storage may lead to drug failure or deterioration.

Storage temperature and packaging requirements

Unopened talatumumab needs to be stored in the original packaging in the refrigerator freezer at 2-8°C, and avoid freezing or being close to the temperature fluctuation area of ​​the refrigerator door. During transportation, an insulated box containing ice packs should be used to maintain the temperature at 2-8°C.

Talatuzumab lyophilized powder before reconstitution can be refrigerated and stored for 24 months. After reconstitution, the solution must be diluted within 4 hours. The diluted solution should be stored at room temperature for no more than 8 hours. If not used in time, it can be refrigerated for 7 days. Secondary freezing is prohibited.

If symptoms such as fever, difficulty breathing, confusion, or persistent vomiting occur during treatment, you should contact your doctor immediately and follow the doctor's advice for treatment.