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ZELSUVMI

Generic: berdazimer

Verified·Apr 23, 2026
Manufacturer
Ligand
NDC
83787-103
RxCUI
2710438
ICD-10 indication
L29.8

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About ZELSUVMI

What is this medication?

Zelsuvmi is a prescription topical medication used for the treatment of molluscum contagiosum, which is a viral skin infection characterized by small, firm, raised bumps. It contains the active ingredient berdazimer and is provided as a gel that is applied directly to the skin lesions. This treatment is approved for use in adults and pediatric patients who are one year of age and older.

The medication functions as a nitric oxide-releasing agent to target the specific areas of the skin affected by the virus. It is typically applied once every day to each individual lesion according to the instructions provided by a doctor. It is important for patients to wash their hands after applying the gel and to avoid getting the product in their eyes or mouth during the course of treatment.

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Prescribing information

From the FDA-approved label for ZELSUVMI. Official source: DailyMed (NLM) · Label effective Jul 8, 2025

Indications and usage
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE ZELSUVMI™ is indicated for the topical treatment of molluscum contagiosum (MC) in adults and pediatric patients 1 year of age and older. ZELSUVMI™ is a nitric oxide (NO) releasing agent indicated for the topical treatment of molluscum contagiosum (MC) in adults and pediatric patients 1 year of age and older. ( 1 )
Dosage and administration
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Dispense equal amounts from Tube A and Tube B per the dosing guide. ( 2.2 ) Mix together and immediately apply a thin layer of ZELSUVMI. ( 2.2 ) Apply once daily to each MC lesion for up to 12 weeks. ( 2.2 ) For topical use only and not for ophthalmic, oral, or intravaginal use. ( 2.2 ) 2.1 Important Preparation and Administration Instructions ZELSUVMI is supplied in a carton containing the following: Tube A containing berdazimer gel Tube B containing hydrogel Dosing guide Mix together equal amounts of gel from Tube A and Tube B before application [see Dosage and Administration (2.2) ] . Do not premix or store mixed ZELSUVMI. Instruct the patient to refer to the ZELSUVMI “Instructions for Use” for detailed instructions on the preparation and administration of ZELSUVMI [see Instructions for Use] . 2.2 Recommended Dosage and Administration Dispense equal amounts (0.5 mL) of gel from Tube A and Tube B on the dosing guide. Immediately put the caps back on Tube A and Tube B tightly. Mix together on the dosing guide. Immediately apply ZELSUVMI as an even thin layer. Apply ZELSUVMI once daily to each MC lesion for up to 12 weeks. Wash hands after applying ZELSUVMI, unless hands are being treated. Allow ZELSUVMI to dry for 10 minutes after application. Avoid application to uninvolved skin and avoid transfer of applied ZELSUVMI to other areas, including the eye. Avoid swimming, bathing, or washing for 1 hour after application of ZELSUVMI. ZELSUVMI is for topical use only and not for ophthalmic, oral, or intravaginal use.
Contraindications
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None.
Warnings and precautions
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Application Site Reactions: Application site reactions, including allergic contact dermatitis, occurred. Discontinue ZELSUVMI and initiate appropriate therapy. ( 5.1 ) 5.1 Application Site Reactions Application site reactions, including allergic contact dermatitis, have occurred in patients treated with ZELSUVMI. Suspect allergic contact dermatitis in the event of pain, pruritus, swelling or erythema at the application site lasting longer than 24 hours. If allergic contact dermatitis occurs, discontinue ZELSUVMI and initiate appropriate therapy.
Adverse reactions
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The most commonly reported adverse reactions (≥1%) are application site reactions, including pain (such as burning or stinging sensations, 18.7%), erythema (11.7%), pruritus (5.7%), exfoliation (5.0%), dermatitis (4.9%), swelling (3.5%), erosion (1.6%), discoloration (1.5%), vesicles (1.5%), irritation (1.2%), and infection (1.1%). ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact LNHC, Inc. at 1-855-330-7546 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. In three double-blind, vehicle-controlled clinical trials (Trial 1, and Trial 2 and Trial 3, which were similarly designed to Trial 1), 1596 adult and pediatric subjects were treated with ZELSUVMI or vehicle gel topically once daily for up to 12 weeks [see Clinical Studies (14) ]. In these trials 3% of subjects were less than 2 years of age, and 96% of subjects were 2 to 17 years of age. The trial population included 51% male, 88% White, 6% Black, and 6% Other; for ethnicity, 21% of subjects identified as Hispanic/Latino, 78% as non-Hispanic/Latino, and 1% were not reported. Adverse reactions reported by ≥1% of subjects and more frequently than vehicle-treated subjects are listed in Table 1. Table 1: Adverse Reactions Reported by ≥ 1% of Subjects with MC Treated with ZELSUVMI (and Greater than Vehicle) Day 1 through Week 12 in Trials 1, 2, and 3 ZELSUVMI N=916 Vehicle Gel N=680 Adverse Reaction Mild n (%) Moderate n (%) Severe n (%) Mild n (%) Moderate n (%) Severe n (%) Subjects with any TEAE* 220 (24.0) 192 (21.0) 16 (1.7) 118 (17.4) 47 (6.9) 4 (0.6) Application Site Pain† 113 (12.3) 56 (6.1) 2 (0.2) 30 (4.4) 3 (0.4) 0 Application Site Erythema 48 (5.2) 55 (6.0) 4 (0.4) 7 (1.0) 2 (0.3) 0 Application Site Pruritus 36 (3.9) 15 (1.6) 1 (0.1) 5 (0.7) 2 (0.3) 0 Application Site Exfoliation 18 (2.0) 26 (2.8) 2 (0.2) 0 0 0 Application Site Dermatitis 16 (1.7) 26 (2.8) 3 (0.3) 3 (0.4) 2 (0.3) 0 Application Site Swelling 17 (1.9) 14 (1.5) 1 (0.1) 3 (0.4) 1 (0.1) 0 Pyrexia 14 (1.5) 6 (0.7) 0 6 (0.9) 1 (0.1) 0 Application Site Erosion 7 (0.8) 5 (0.5) 3 (0.3) 1 (0.1) 0 0 Application Site Discoloration 13 (1.4) 1 (0.1) 0 1 (0.1) 0 0 Application Site Vesicles 5 (0.5) 9 (1.0) 0 0 1 (0.1) 0 Vomiting 5 (0.5) 7 (0.8) 0 1 (0.1) 0 0 Application Site Irritation 7 (0.8) 4 (0.4) 0 0 0 0 Upper Respiratory Tract Infection 6 (0.7) 5 (0.5) 0 4 (0.7) 1 (0.1) 0 Application Site Infection 4 (0.4) 4 (0.4) 2 (0.2) 2 (0.3) 1 (0.1) 0 * TEAE – treatment emergent adverse events † Application site pain also includes application site burning and stinging.
Use in pregnancy
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary There are no available data on ZELSUVMI use in pregnant women to evaluate for a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage or other adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. In animal reproduction studies, oral administration of berdazimer to pregnant rats and rabbits increased malformations in the presence of severe maternal toxicity ( see Data ). The clinical relevance of this finding is unknown given the bioavailability of berdazimer following oral administration is significantly higher than topical application. The available data do not allow the calculation of relevant comparisons between the systemic exposure of berdazimer observed in animal studies and the systemic exposure that would be expected in humans after topical use of ZELSUVMI. The background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. All pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2% to 4% and 15% to 20%, respectively. Data Animal Data Systemic embryo-fetal development studies were conducted in rats and rabbits. In an embryo-fetal development study in rats, oral dose levels of 28, 95, or 189 mg/kg/day berdazimer were administered during the period of organogenesis. Maternal mortality and elevated methemoglobin levels were noted in dams receiving doses of 95 and 189 mg/kg/day. The maternal no observable adverse effect level (NOAEL) was 28 mg/kg/day. Fetal skeletal malformations (changes in the lumbar and thoracic centra or arches, missing thoracic arches and centra, additional bone in the thoracic arches, missing lumbar centra and arches, and fused ribs) and visceral malformations (cleft palate) and decreased fetal weights were observed in litters from dams receiving 189 mg/kg/day. The fetal NOAEL was 95 mg/kg/day. In an embryo-fetal development study in rabbits, oral dose levels of 47, 142, or 284 mg/kg/day berdazimer were administered during the period of organogenesis. Maternal mortality, aborted fetuses, adverse clinical observations, and elevated methemoglobin levels were noted in pregnant rabbits receiving doses of 142 and 284 mg/kg/day. The maternal NOAEL was 47 mg/kg/day. Decreased fetal weights were noted from pregnant rabbits receiving 284 mg/kg/day. The fetal NOAEL was 142 mg/kg/day.

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Medicare Part D coverage

How ZELSUVMI appears across Medicare Part D plan formularies nationally. Source: CMS monthly Prescription Drug Plan file (2026-04-30).

Covered by plans

5%

302 of 5,509 plans

Most common tier

Tier 5

On 75% of covering formularies

Prior authorization required

90%

of covering formularies

TierFormularies on this tierShare
Tier 1 (preferred generic)3
15%
Tier 2 (generic)2
10%
Tier 5 (specialty)15
75%

Step therapy: 0% of formularies

Quantity limits: 85% of formularies

Coverage breadth: 20 of 65 formularies

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