Gilteritinib Fumarate and Methimazole

• Generic Name: gilteritinib
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Xospata

For the treatment of relapsed or refractory AML harboring Flt-3 mutation (designated an orphan drug by FDA for this use).

FDA-approved companion diagnostic test (e.g., LeukoStrat CDx Flt-3 mutation assay) required to confirm presence of Flt-3 mutation prior to initiation of therapy.

• Generic Name: methimazole
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Tapazole, Northyx

Methimazole prevents the thyroid gland from producing too much thyroid hormone.

Methimazole is used to treat hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). It is also used before thyroid surgery or radioactive iodine treatment.

Methimazole may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.