Radiation Safety | LUTATHERA® (lutetium Lu 177 dotatate)

Helpful Considerations While on Treatment With LUTATHERA

Your health care professional will provide you with information to help minimize radiation exposure to those around you while you are on treatment with LUTATHERA. Here are some other considerations to keep in mind. Guidelines for minimizing radiation exposure may vary depending on the health care professional and/or facility.

Using the toilet	For a few days after you receive LUTATHERA, use the toilet in a seated position, even for men, and use toilet paper each time For a few days after you receive LUTATHERA, flush toilet paper and/or wipes down the toilet and flush twice Wash your hands every time you use the toilet
Showering	Daily showering is recommended for at least the first few days after receiving LUTATHERA
Caretaker	If a caretaker helps you in the bathroom, they should wear disposable gloves for the first few days after you are given LUTATHERA.