Dermatologic and Ophthalmic Drugs Advisory Committee

March 17, 2003

NDA# 21-414, Vitráse (hyaluronidase for intravitreal injection)

 

D R A F T

 

 

 

 

 

Are additional analyses of the data needed to understand the safety or efficacy of Vitráse for the

treatment of vitreous hemorrhage?

 

Are additional studies needed to establish the efficacy of this product?

 

Has sufficient evidence been submitted to support the efficacy of Vitráse for the treatment of

vitreous hemorrhage?

 

Is there concern about the death rate observed in these studies?

 

What additional clinical studies would be helpful in further evaluating the potential benefits of

Vitráse therapy?

 

Are there adverse experiences that are of particular concern for this product?

 

Does the committee recommend approval of Vitráse for the treatment of vitreous hemorrhage?