Zopapogene Imadenovec-drba (By injection)

Zopapogene Imadenovec-drba (zoe-PAP-oh-jeen im-ah-DEN-oh-vek - drba)

Treats recurrent respiratory papillomatosis.

Brand Name(s):

Papzimeos

When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:

How to Use This Medicine:

Injectable

• Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given. This medicine is given as a shot under your skin.
• A nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.

Drugs and Foods to Avoid:

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

Warnings While Using This Medicine:

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• This medicine may cause the following problems:
  • Injection site reactions
  • Blood clots
• Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

• Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
• Chest pain, coughing up blood, trouble breathing
• Fast heartbeat
• Fever, chills
• Numbness or weakness in your arm or leg, or on one side of your body, pain in your lower leg
• Pain, itching, burning, swelling, or a lump under your skin where the shot was given
• Sudden or severe headache, problems with vision, speech, or walking

If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:

• Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting
• Increased sweating
• Joint or muscle pain
• Tiredness

If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088

Last Updated: 10/4/2025