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LUXTURNA

Generic: voretigene neparvovec-rzyl

Verified·Apr 23, 2026
NDC
71394-415
RxCUI
1995884
ICD-10 indication
H35.59

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About LUXTURNA

What is this medication?

LUXTURNA is a prescription gene therapy used for the treatment of patients with confirmed biallelic RPE65 mutation-associated retinal dystrophy. This rare genetic condition causes a progressive loss of vision that often leads to near-total blindness. The medication is specifically designed for individuals who have viable retinal cells remaining, as it works by targeting the biological root of the vision impairment rather than simply addressing the symptoms.

The treatment works by delivering a functional copy of the RPE65 gene directly into the retinal cells through a subretinal injection. This allows the eye to produce the necessary enzyme required for the normal visual cycle, enabling the retina to better convert light into electrical signals for the brain. As a one-time gene therapy, LUXTURNA represents a significant medical advancement in the field of ophthalmology by providing a way to improve visual function and light sensitivity in those with this specific inherited retinal disease.

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  • Core Eligibility Restrictions: Patients must have a confirmed genetic diagnosis of inherited retinal disease due to mutations in both copies of the RPE65 gene and have sufficient remaining retinal cells as determined by a healthcare professional.
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Prescribing information

From the FDA-approved label for LUXTURNA. Official source: DailyMed (NLM) · Label effective May 1, 2022

Indications and usage
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE LUXTURNA (voretigene neparvovec-rzyl) is an adeno-associated virus vector-based gene therapy indicated for the treatment of patients with confirmed biallelic RPE65 mutation-associated retinal dystrophy. Patients must have viable retinal cells as determined by the treating physician(s). LUXTURNA is an adeno-associated virus vector-based gene therapy indicated for the treatment of patients with confirmed biallelic RPE65 mutation-associated retinal dystrophy. Patients must have viable retinal cells as determined by the treating physician(s). ( 1 )
Dosage and administration
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION For subretinal injection only. The recommended dose of LUXTURNA for each eye is 1.5 x 10 11 vector genomes (vg), administered by subretinal injection in a total volume of 0.3 mL. (2.1 ) Perform subretinal administration of LUXTURNA to each eye on separate days within a close interval, but no fewer than 6 days apart. ( 2.1 ) Recommend systemic oral corticosteroids equivalent to prednisone at 1 mg/kg/day (maximum of 40 mg/day) for a total of 7 days (starting 3 days before administration of LUXTURNA to each eye), and followed by a tapering dose during the next 10 days. ( 2.1 ) For subretinal injection only. 2.1 Dose The recommended dose of LUXTURNA for each eye is 1.5 x 10 11 vector genomes (vg), administered by subretinal injection in a total volume of 0.3 mL. Perform subretinal administration of LUXTURNA to each eye on separate days within a close interval, but no fewer than 6 days apart. Recommend systemic oral corticosteroids equivalent to prednisone at 1 mg/kg/day (maximum of 40 mg/day) for a total of 7 days (starting 3 days before administration of LUXTURNA to the first eye), and followed by tapering the dose during the following 10 days. The same corticosteroid dosing regimen applies for the administration of LUXTURNA to the second eye. If the corticosteroid taper following LUXTURNA administration to the first eye is not complete three days prior to the planned LUXTURNA administration to the second eye, then the corticosteroid regimen for the second eye replaces the taper for the first eye. 2.2 Preparation Prepare LUXTURNA within 4 hours of administration using sterile technique under aseptic conditions in a Class II vertical laminar flow biological safety cabinet (BSC). Below is the list of items required for dilution and administration syringe preparation: One single-dose vial of LUXTURNA Two vials of Diluent One 3-mL sterile syringe One 20G 1-inch sterile needle Three 1-mL sterile syringes Three 27G ½-inch sterile needles Two sterile syringe caps One 10-mL sterile empty glass vial One sterile utility drape One sterile plastic bag Two sterile labels for administration syringes One sterile plain label One sterile skin marker Dilution of LUXTURNA Thaw one single-dose vial of LUXTURNA and two vials of Diluent at room temperature. Mix the contents of the thawed Diluent vials by gently inverting them approximately 5 times. Inspect the Diluent vials. If particulates, cloudiness, or discoloration are visible, do not use the vial(s); new vial(s) of Diluent should be used. Obtain a 3-mL sterile syringe, a 20G 1-inch sterile needle, and a 10-mL sterile empty glass vial. Using the 3-mL syringe with 20G 1-inch needle, transfer 2.7 mL of Diluent to the 10-mL glass vial. Dispose of the needle and syringe in an appropriate container. Mix the contents of the thawed LUXTURNA single-dose vial by gently inverting approximately 5 times. Inspect the LUXTURNA single-dose vial. If particulates, cloudiness, or discoloration are visible, do not use the vial; a new single-dose vial of LUXTURNA should be used. Draw 0.3 mL of LUXTURNA into a 1-mL sterile syringe with a 27G ½-inch sterile needle. (Figure 1) Figure 1. Syringe with 0.3 mL LUXTURNA 9. Transfer 0.3 mL of LUXTURNA to the glass vial containing 2.7 mL of Diluent from Step 5. Gently invert the 10-mL glass vial approximately 5 times to mix the contents. 10. Using the sterile plain label and sterile skin marker, label the 10-mL glass vial containing the diluted LUXTURNA as follows: "Diluted LUXTURNA". 11. Remove all items from the BSC except the glass vial labeled 'Diluted LUXTURNA' and the sterile skin marker. 12. Re-sanitize the BSC prior to the next steps and place the glass vial and the sterile marker to the left side in the BSC. Preparation of LUXTURNA for Injection To keep the syringes sterile, two operators are required for transfer of the contents of the 10-mL glass vial labeled 'Diluted LUXTURNA' into each of two sterile 1-mL syringes. 13. Place a sterile utility drape, a sterile plastic bag, and two sterile labels into the BSC. 14. Place the sterile drape near the Primary Operator on the right side of the sanitized BSC surface, away from the diluted LUXTURNA. 15. The Secondary Operator unwraps two 1-mL syringes, two 27G ½-inch needles, and two syringe caps in the BSC, ensuring that the Primary Operator touches only sterile surfaces while transferring the items onto the sterile drape. 16. The Secondary Operator changes to a new pair of sterile gloves and stands or sits to the left of the Primary Operator. The Secondary Operator holds the 10-mL glass vial containing the diluted LUXTURNA (Figure 2a). Figure 2a. First Position of the Operators During Preparation of LUXTURNA Syringes 17. The Primary Operator withdraws 0.8 mL of the diluted LUXTURNA into a sterile 1-mL syringe using a 27G ½-inch sterile needle while the secondary operator holds the 10-mL glass vial. After the insertion of the needle, the Secondary Operator inverts the 10-mL glass vial enabling the Primary Operator to withdraw 0.8 mL without touching the 10-mL glass vial (Figure 2b). Figure 2b. Second Position of the Operators During Preparation of LUXTURNA Syringes 18. The Primary Operator removes the needle and affixes a sterile cap to the sterile syringe, disposes of the needle in an appropriate container, and attaches a sterile label to the administration syringe. 19. The Primary Operator repeats Steps 17 and 18 to prepare a total of two administration syringes. Label the first syringe "Diluted LUXTURNA" and label the second syringe "Back-up Diluted LUXTURNA" using the sterile skin marker. The second syringe will serve as a backup for the surgeon performing the subretinal administration procedure. Discard the back-up syringe after surgery if not used. 20. Inspect both syringes. If particulates, cloudiness, or discoloration are visible, do not use the syringe. 21. Place the syringes into the sterile plastic bag after visual inspection and seal the bag. 22. Place the sterile plastic bag with syringes containing diluted LUXTURNA into an appropriate secondary container ( e.g. , hard plastic cooler) for delivery to the surgical suite at room temperature. Figure 1. Syringe with 0.3 mL LUXTURNA Figure 2a. First Position of the Operators During Preparation of LUXTURNA Syringes Figure 2b. Second Position of the Operators During Preparation of LUXTURNA Syringes 2.3 Administration LUXTURNA should be administered in the surgical suite under controlled aseptic conditions by a surgeon experienced in performing intraocular surgery. In addition to the syringe containing the diluted LUXTURNA, the following items are required for administration: Subretinal injection cannula with a polyamide micro tip with an inner diameter of 41gauge. Extension tube made of polyvinyl chloride no longer than 6" (15.2 cm) in length and with an inner diameter no greater than 1.4mm. Figure 3. Injection Apparatus Assembly Follow the steps below for subretinal injection: After confirming the availability of LUXTURNA, dilate the eye and give adequate anesthesia to the patient. Administer a topical broad spectrum microbiocide to the conjunctiva, cornea and eyelids prior to surgery. Inspect LUXTURNA prior to administration. If particulates, cloudiness, or discoloration are visible, do not use the product. Connect the syringe containing the diluted LUXTURNA to the extension tube and subretinal injection cannula. To avoid excess priming volume, the extension tube should not exceed 15.2 cm in length and 1.4 mm in inner diameter. Inject the product slowly through the extension tube and the subretinal injection cannula to eliminate any air bubbles. Confirm the volume of product available in the syringe for injection, by aligning the plunger tip with the line that marks 0.3 mL. (Figure 4) Figure 4. Volume of LUXTURNA for Injection 6. After completing a vitrectomy, identify the intended site of administration. The subretinal injection cannula can be introduced via pars plana. (Figure 5a) 7. Under direct visualization, place the tip of the subretinal injection cannula in contact with the retinal surface. The recommended site of injection is located along the superior vascular arcade, at least 2 mm distal to the center of the fovea (Figure 5b), avoiding direct contact with the retinal vasculature or with areas of pathologic features, such as dense atrophy or intraretinal pigment migration. Inject a small amount of the product slowly until an initial subretinal bleb is observed. Then inject the remaining volume slowly until the total 0.3 mL is delivered. Figure 5a. Subretinal Injection Cannula Introduced via Pars Plana Figure 5b. Tip of the Subretinal Injection Cannula Placed Within the Recommended Site of Injection (Surgeon's Point of View) 8. After completing the injection, remove the subretinal injection cannula from the eye. 9. Following injection, discard all unused product. Dispose of the back-up syringe according to local biosafety guidelines applicable for handling and disposal of the product. 10. Perform a fluid-air exchange, carefully avoiding fluid drainage near the retinotomy created for the subretinal injection. 11. Initiate supine head positioning immediately in the post-operative period. 12. Upon discharge, advise patients to rest in a supine position as much as possible for 24 hours. Figure 4. Volume of LUXTURNA for Injection Figure 5a. Subretinal injection cannula introduced via pars plana Figure 5b. Tip of the subretinal injection cannula placed within the recommended site of injection (surgeon's point of view) Figure 3. Injection Apparatus Assembly
Contraindications
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None.
Warnings and precautions
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Endophthalmitis: Use proper aseptic injection technique and monitor for signs and symptoms of infection. ( 5.1 ) Permanent decline in visual acuity: Monitor for visual disturbances. ( 5.2 ) Retinal abnormalities: Monitor for macular abnormalities, retinal tears or breaks and chorioretinal atrophy. Do not inject in the immediate vicinity of the fovea. ( 5.3 ) Increased intraocular pressure: Monitor and manage intraocular pressure elevations. ( 5.4 ) Expansion of intraocular air bubbles: Air travel and/or scuba diving is not recommended until any intraocular air bubbles have been absorbed. ( 5.5 ) Cataract: Subretinal injection of LUXTURNA may result in cataract formation or increase in the rate of cataract progression. ( 5.6 ) 5.1 Endophthalmitis Endophthalmitis may occur following any intraocular surgical procedure or injection. Use proper aseptic injection technique when administering LUXTURNA. Following the injection, monitor patients to permit early treatment of any infection. Advise patients to report any signs or symptoms of infection or inflammation without delay. 5.2 Permanent Decline in Visual Acuity Permanent decline in visual acuity may occur following subretinal injection of LUXTURNA. Monitor patients for visual disturbances. 5.3 Retinal Abnormalities Retinal abnormalities may occur during or following the subretinal injection of LUXTURNA, including macular holes, foveal thinning, loss of foveal function, foveal dehiscence, chorioretinal atrophy, and retinal hemorrhage. Monitor and manage these retinal abnormalities appropriately. Do not administer LUXTURNA in the immediate vicinity of the fovea [ see Dosage and Administration ( 2.3 ) ]. Retinal abnormalities may occur during or following vitrectomy including retinal tears, epiretinal membrane, or retinal detachment. Monitor patients during and following the injection to permit early treatment of these retinal abnormalities. Advise patients to report any signs or symptoms of retinal tears and/or detachment without delay. 5.4 Increased Intraocular Pressure Increased intraocular pressure may occur after subretinal injection of LUXTURNA. Monitor and manage intraocular pressure appropriately. 5.5 Expansion of Intraocular Air Bubbles Instruct patients to avoid air travel, travel to high elevations or scuba diving until the air bubble formed following administration of LUXTURNA has completely dissipated from the eye. It may take one week or more following injection for the air bubble to dissipate. A change in altitude while the air bubble is still present can result in irreversible vision loss. Verify the dissipation of the air bubble through ophthalmic examination. 5.6 Cataract Subretinal injection of LUXTURNA, especially vitrectomy surgery, is associated with an increased incidence of cataract development and/or progression.
Adverse reactions
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥ 5%) were conjunctival hyperemia, cataract, increased intraocular pressure, retinal tear, dellen (thinning of the corneal stroma), macular hole, subretinal deposits, eye inflammation, eye irritation, eye pain, and maculopathy (wrinkling on the surface of the macula). The most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥ 5%) in the clinical trials were conjunctival hyperemia, cataract, increased intraocular pressure, retinal tear, dellen (thinning of the corneal stroma), macular hole, subretinal deposits, eye inflammation, eye irritation, eye pain, and maculopathy (wrinkling on the surface of the macula). ( 6 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Spark Therapeutics, Inc. at 1-855-SPARKTX, 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 other products and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. The safety data described in this section reflect exposure to LUXTURNA in two clinical trials consisting of 41 subjects (81 eyes) with confirmed biallelic RPE65 mutation-associated retinal dystrophy. Forty of the 41 subjects received sequential subretinal injections of LUXTURNA to each eye. One subject received LUXTURNA in only one eye. Seventy-two of the 81 eyes were exposed to the recommended dose of LUXTURNA at 1.5 x 10 11 vg; 9 eyes were exposed to lower doses of LUXTURNA. Study 1 (n=12) was an open-label, dose-exploration safety study. Study 2 (n=29) was an open-label, randomized, controlled study for both efficacy and safety [ see Clinical Studies ( 14 ) ]. The average age of the 41 subjects was 17 years, ranging from 4 to 44 years. Of the 41 subjects, 25 (61%) were pediatric subjects under 18 years of age, and 23 (56%) were females. Twenty-seven (27/41, 66%) subjects had ocular adverse reactions that involved 46 injected eyes (46/81, 57%). Adverse reactions among all subjects in Studies 1 and 2 are described in Table 1. Adverse reactions may have been related to voretigene neparvovec-rzyl, the subretinal injection procedure, the concomitant use of corticosteroids, or a combination of these procedures and products. Table 1. Ocular Adverse Reactions Following Treatment with LUXTURNA (N=41) Adverse Reactions Subjects n=41 Treated Eyes n=81 Any ocular adverse reaction 27 (66%) 46 (57%) Conjunctival hyperemia 9 (22%) 9 (11%) Cataract 8 (20%) 15 (19%) Increased intraocular pressure 6 (15%) 8 (10%) Retinal tear 4 (10%) 4 (5%) Dellen (thinning of the corneal stroma) 3 (7%) 3 (4%) Macular hole 3 (7%) 3 (4%) Subretinal deposits* 3 (7%) 3 (4%) Eye inflammation 2 (5%) 4 (5%) Eye irritation 2 (5%) 2 (2%) Eye pain 2 (5%) 2 (2%) Maculopathy (wrinkling on the surface of the macula) 2 (5%) 3 (4%) Foveal thinning and loss of foveal function 1 (2%) 2 (2%) Endophthalmitis 1 (2%) 1 (1%) Foveal dehiscence (separation of the retinal layers in the center of the macula) 1 (2%) 1 (1%) Retinal hemorrhage 1 (2%) 1 (1%) *Transient appearance of asymptomatic subretinal precipitates inferior to the retinal injection site 1-6 days after injection Immunogenicity At all doses of LUXTURNA evaluated in Studies 1 and 2, immune reactions and extra-ocular exposure were mild. In Study 1 (n=12), the interval between the subretinal injections into the two eyes ranged from 1.7 to 4.6 years. In Study 2, the interval between the subretinal injections into the two eyes ranged from 7 to 14 days. No subject had a clinically significant cytotoxic T-cell response to either AAV2 or RPE65. Subjects received systemic corticosteroids before and after subretinal injection of LUXTURNA to each eye. The corticosteroids may have decreased the potential immune reaction to either vector capsid (adeno-associated virus serotype 2 [AAV2] vector) or transgene product (retinoid isomerohydrolase RPE65 [RPE65]). 6.2 Postmarketing Experience The following adverse reactions have been identified during postapproval use of LUXTURNA. Because these reactions are reported voluntarily, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure. Eye Disorders: chorioretinal atrophy (also reported as retinal degeneration, retinal depigmentation, and injection site atrophy).
Use in pregnancy
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Adequate and well-controlled studies with LUXTURNA have not been conducted in pregnant women. Animal reproductive studies have not been conducted with LUXTURNA. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2-4% and 15-20%, respectively.

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