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Molecule

Isavuconazonium

Also known as isavuconazonium sulfate
Available on requestOrphan
Presentations
3
Brands
1
Manufacturers
1
Available from stock
0

Isavuconazonium is an azole antifungal indicated for the treatment of invasive aspergillosis and Invasive mucormycosis, among other approved uses. It is available as capsules and powder for injection for oral and intravenous use. MedsAcross supplies Isavuconazonium for export from India to licensed hospitals, importers and physicians acting for named patients, with the documents each country requires.

Information from the US FDA prescribing information, retrieved 12 November 2026. Not yet medically reviewed.How we review

Key facts

Pharmacological class
Azole Antifungal, Cytochrome P450 3A4 Inhibitors, Organic Cation Transporter 2 Inhibitors, P-Glycoprotein Inhibitors
US FDA first approval
6 March 2015
EU status
Not recorded
Orphan designation
Yes
WHO essential medicine
Not recorded
India (CDSCO)
Not yet confirmed against CDSCO approval lists
Routes
Oral, Intravenous
Dosage forms
Capsule, Powder for injection
Identifiers
UNII VH2L779W8QRxCUI 1608322CAS 742049-41-8DrugBank DB06636Q27095710

Clinical information

From the regulator-approved product information. Each section names its source.

Uses

CRESEMBA ® is an azole antifungal indicated for the treatment of: Invasive aspergillosis and Invasive mucormycosis as follows: • CRESEMBA for injection: adults and pediatric patients 1 year of age and older • CRESEMBA capsules: adults and pediatric patients 6 years of age and older who weigh 16 kilograms (kg) and greater

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Dosing overview

Important Administration Instructions: • CRESEMBA for injection is intended for use in patients who are 1 year of age and older. • CRESEMBA for injection via nasogastric (NG) tube administration is intended for use by patients who are 6 years of age and older and weighing 16 kg and greater. • CRESEMBA for injection must be administered through an in-line filter over a minimum of 1 hour. • CRESEMBA capsules are intended for use in patients who are 6 years of age and older and weighing 16 kg and greater. • CRESEMBA capsules can be taken with or without food. Recommended Dosage in Adult Patients: Recommended Dosage for CRESEMBA in Adult Patients.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Contraindications

• CRESEMBA is contraindicated in persons with known hypersensitivity to isavuconazole. • Coadministration of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors, such as ketoconazole or high-dose ritonavir (400 mg every 12 hours), with CRESEMBA is contraindicated because strong CYP3A4 inhibitors can significantly increase the plasma concentration of isavuconazole. • Coadministration of strong CYP3A4 inducers, such as rifampin, carbamazepine, St. John’s wort, or long acting barbiturates with CRESEMBA is contraindicated because strong CYP3A4 inducers can significantly decrease the plasma concentration of isavuconazole. • CRESEMBA shortened the QTc interval in a concentration-related manner.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Warnings and precautions

• Hepatic Adverse Drug Reactions: Serious hepatic reactions have been reported. Evaluate liver-related laboratory tests at the start and during the course of CRESEMBA therapy. • Infusion-related reactions were reported during intravenous administration of CRESEMBA. Discontinue the infusion if these reactions occur. • Hypersensitivity Reactions: Anaphylactic reactions, with fatal outcome, have been reported during treatment with CRESEMBA. Serious skin reactions, such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome, have been reported during treatment with other azole antifungal agents. Discontinue CRESEMBA if anaphylactic or serious skin reactions occur, and initiate supportive treatment as needed. • Embryo-Fetal Toxicity: CRESEMBA may cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. Advise pregnant women of the potential risk to the fetus.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Side effects

The following are discussed in more detail in other sections of the labeling: • Hepatic Adverse Drug Reactions • Infusion-Related Reactions • Hypersensitivity Reactions • Embryo-Fetal Toxicity • Adult Patients: The most frequent adverse reactions in adult patients were nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, elevated liver chemistry tests, hypokalemia, constipation, dyspnea, cough, peripheral edema, and back pain. • Pediatric Patients: The most frequent adverse reactions in pediatric patients were diarrhea, abdominal pain, vomiting, elevated liver chemistry tests, rash, nausea, pruritus, and headache.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Interactions

Isavuconazole is a sensitive substrate of CYP3A4. CYP3A4 inhibitors or inducers may alter the plasma concentrations of isavuconazole. Isavuconazole is a moderate inhibitor of CYP3A4, and a mild inhibitor of P-glycoprotein (P-gp), and organic cation transporter 2 (OCT2). Drug interaction studies were conducted to investigate the effect of coadministered drugs on the pharmacokinetics of isavuconazole and the effect of isavuconazole on the pharmacokinetics of coadministered drugs. Table 4. Drug(s) Affecting Pharmacokinetics of CRESEMBA Recommendation Comments Ketoconazole Contraindicate coadministration of all potent CYP3A4 inhibitors There is more than a 5-fold increase in exposure of isavuconazole upon coadministration with ketoconazole. Lopinavir/ritonavir 400 mg of lopinavir in combination with 100 mg of ritonavir.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Storage

CRESEMBA Capsules Store CRESEMBA capsules at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) in the original packaging to protect from moisture. Excursions are permitted from 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F). The prepared infusion solution should be kept for not more than 6 hours at room temperature [20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F)] or 24 hours at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) prior to use. CRESEMBA for Injection Store CRESEMBA for injection unreconstituted vials at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) in a refrigerator.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

For healthcare professionals and buyers. This is not medical advice. Treatment decisions belong to the prescriber.

All presentations

3 presentations of Isavuconazonium, sorted by availability.

MedicineManufacturerRegisterAvailability
Cresemba 100 mg capsuleOralAstellas PharmaUS FDAAvailable on request
Cresemba 40 mg capsuleOralAstellas PharmaUS FDAAvailable on request
Cresemba 40 mg/mL powder for injectionIntravenousAstellas PharmaUS FDAAvailable on request

Brands by market

1 brand names across 1 markets.

Brand names by country

United States

Manufacturers

Regulatory status

Approval facts from US FDA, EMA and CDSCO data, and registration status by country where we hold register data.

RegisterStatusSource
US FDAFirst approved 6 March 2015Drugs@FDA
EU (EMA)Not recorded—
India (CDSCO)Not yet confirmed against CDSCO approval lists—
United StatesRegisteredUS FDA (NDC directory, openFDA)Checked 12 November 2026

Questions and answers

Is Isavuconazonium available for export from India?

Yes, on request. MedsAcross lists 3 presentations of Isavuconazonium and sources them for licensed hospitals, importers and physicians against valid import documents.

What brand names does Isavuconazonium have?

The catalogue lists 1 brand names for Isavuconazonium, including Cresemba.

Is Isavuconazonium approved by the US FDA?

Yes. The US FDA first approved Isavuconazonium on 6 March 2015, according to Drugs@FDA.

Does Isavuconazonium need cold chain shipping?

No listed presentation of Isavuconazonium is recorded as needing a cold chain. Storage conditions are shown on each presentation page.

References

  1. CRESEMBA prescribing information (Astellas Pharma). U.S. National Library of Medicine, DailyMed. Retrieved 25 April 2025

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