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Flotufolastat F-18

18F-rhPSMA-7.3, Posluma

FDA-approved (May 2023) radiohybrid PSMA-targeted PET imaging agent for prostate cancer, with high PSMA binding affinity and unusually low bladder activity. Improves visualization of pelvic lesions, especially after prostatectomy or with recurrence, and works even at low PSA levels.

Research score 89/100. Reference only, not a dose.

  • Diagnostic Imaging
US status
Prescription Only - Diagnostic
Approval
FDA Approved (2023)
Evidence
LIGHTHOUSE and SPOTLIGHT Phase 3 trials: high correct detection rate, clinically meaningful upstaging, effective at low PSA levels
Research score
89 / 100
Indication
PET imaging of PSMA-positive prostate cancer lesions
Origin
United States
Source category
Diagnostic & Imaging
Status group
Approved / prescription

Mechanism

Binds PSMA on prostate cancer cells and is taken up into them; its fluorine-18 label emits positrons for PET imaging.

Safety file

Well tolerated, typical for PET radiopharmaceuticals.

  • Minimal - standard for radiopharmaceutical imaging