The document summarizes recent FDA drug approvals and new formulations in June 2018. Key approvals included Moxidectin for onchocerciasis, Epidiolex for seizures associated with Lennox-Gastaut or Dravet syndrome, Zemdri for complicated urinary tract infections, Mektovi in combination with Braftovi for melanoma with BRAF mutations, and Aristada Initio, a new extended-release injectable formulation for initiating Aristada treatment of schizophrenia. Each drug is briefly described including indications, dosing regimens, warnings and common adverse reactions.
The document summarizes several new drug approvals and formulations by the FDA in October and November 2017. Key approvals included:
- Abilify Mycite (aripiprazole tablets with sensor), approved to track drug ingestion in real-time.
- Fasenra (benralizumab), approved for add-on maintenance treatment of severe asthma.
- Prevymis (letermovir), approved to prevent cytomegalovirus infection in transplant recipients.
- Vyzulta (latanoprostene bunod), approved to reduce eye pressure in glaucoma as an alternative to latanoprost.
- Juluca (dolutegra
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Simeprevir (Olysio) is a hepatitis C virus (HCV) NS3/4A protease inhibitor approved to treat chronic HCV genotype 1 infection. It is intended for use in combination with peginterferon alfa and ribavirin. The standard treatment duration is 12 weeks of simeprevir along with peginterferon alfa and ribavirin, followed by either 12 or 36 additional weeks of peginterferon alfa and ribavirin depending on prior response. Common side effects during the first 12 weeks of treatment include rash, pruritus, and nausea. Use of simeprevir requires consideration of potential drug interactions and it should not be used as mon
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The document summarizes several new drug approvals and formulations by the FDA in October and November 2017. Key approvals included:
- Abilify Mycite (aripiprazole tablets with sensor), approved to track drug ingestion in real-time.
- Fasenra (benralizumab), approved for add-on maintenance treatment of severe asthma.
- Prevymis (letermovir), approved to prevent cytomegalovirus infection in transplant recipients.
- Vyzulta (latanoprostene bunod), approved to reduce eye pressure in glaucoma as an alternative to latanoprost.
- Juluca (dolutegra
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Simeprevir (Olysio) is a hepatitis C virus (HCV) NS3/4A protease inhibitor approved to treat chronic HCV genotype 1 infection. It is intended for use in combination with peginterferon alfa and ribavirin. The standard treatment duration is 12 weeks of simeprevir along with peginterferon alfa and ribavirin, followed by either 12 or 36 additional weeks of peginterferon alfa and ribavirin depending on prior response. Common side effects during the first 12 weeks of treatment include rash, pruritus, and nausea. Use of simeprevir requires consideration of potential drug interactions and it should not be used as mon
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The document summarizes several drug approvals and updates from the FDA in August 2017. Mavyret was approved for treating HCV genotypes 1-6 without cirrhosis or with compensated cirrhosis. Carospir received approval as an oral suspension for heart failure, hypertension, and hepatic edema. Duzallo was approved as a combination of lesinurad and allopurinol for treating gout in patients not at target uric acid levels on allopurinol alone. Vabomere was approved for complicated UTIs caused by designated bacteria. Other notable approvals included Idhifa for AML, Besponsa for ALL, and Benznidazole for Chagas disease in pediatric patients.
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Generic Gefitinib (Gefigold Capsules) is used for the first-line treatment of patients with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) whose tumors have epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) exon 19 deletions or exon 21 (L858R) substitution mutations as detected by an FDA-approved test.
Akynzeo® (fosnetupitant/palonosetron) was approved for injection to prevent acute and delayed nausea and vomiting from highly emetogenic cancer chemotherapy. It contains palonosetron and fosnetupitant to prevent nausea in the acute and delayed phases.
Crysvita® (burosumab-twza) was approved to treat X-linked hypophosphatemia. It is a FGF23 blocking antibody given subcutaneously.
Tavalisse® (fostamatinib) was approved to treat thrombocytopenia in chronic immune thrombocytopenia patients who have not responded to other treatments. It inhibits signal transduction and reduces antibody-mediated platelet
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AndroGel 1.62% is an androgen indicated for replacement therapy in males
for conditions associated with a deficiency or absence of endogenous
testosterone: Primary hypogonadism (congenital or acquired) and Hypogonadotropic hypogonadism (congenital or acquired) http://www.androgel.com
This document discusses megestrol acetate, including its members, forms, mechanism of action, dosing, administration, safety considerations, and key drug interactions. It lists 12 team members who will discuss megestrol acetate's introduction, brand names, pricing, mechanism of action, dosing, pharmacokinetics, safety issues, and other important details. The document provides an overview of megestrol acetate and the topics the team plans to cover in their discussion.
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- IMM-529 is a biologic targeting Clostridium difficile infection that demonstrates a unique triple mechanism of action, neutralizing the toxin B as well as the spores and vegetative cells of C. difficile.
- In pre-clinical studies, IMM-529 treatment resulted in 70-80% survival rates in CDI mice compared to less than 7% for control groups, showing potential to redefine the standard of care.
- The CDI therapeutic market is expected to grow significantly as current therapies are plagued by high recurrence rates, presenting an opportunity for IMM-529's differentiated profile in neutralizing C. difficile while sparing the microbiome.
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Abiraterone Acetate 500 mg film-coated tablets are indicated for the treatment of metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer in combination with prednisone or prednisolone. Common side effects include hypertension, hypokalemia, and fluid retention due to increased mineralocorticoid levels. Liver function tests should be monitored regularly during treatment due to potential for hepatotoxicity. Patients with moderate or severe hepatic impairment, uncontrolled hypertension, clinically significant heart disease, or severe renal impairment should not take Abiraterone Acetate.
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Prednisone is a steroid medication used to treat conditions caused by inflammation and reduce the immune system's response. It works by suppressing the production of antibodies to stabilize an overactive immune system. Prednisone should be taken as directed by a doctor and requires a gradual reduction in dosage before stopping to avoid withdrawal effects. Common side effects include insomnia, nausea, fatigue, and increased hunger. Those taking prednisone should avoid sources of infection and get approval from their doctor before receiving immunizations or taking other medications due to interaction risks.
Lokelma was approved for treatment of hyperkalemia. Common side effects include edema. Lucemyra was approved to treat opioid withdrawal symptoms. Common side effects include hypotension and bradycardia. Aimovig was approved for preventive treatment of migraines. Common side effects include injection site reactions and constipation. Doptelet was approved to treat thrombocytopenia in patients with liver disease undergoing a procedure. Common side effects include pyrexia and abdominal pain. Palynziq was approved to reduce phenylalanine levels in patients with phenylketonuria. It carries a black box warning for risk of anaphylaxis. Common side effects include injection site reactions and arthralgia
- Lutathera® (lutetium Lu 177 dotatate) was approved for treatment of somatostatin receptor-positive gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors. It is administered as an injection every 8 weeks for 4 doses and requires pre-treatment. Common side effects include lymphopenia and nausea.
- Biktarvy® (bictegravir, emtricitabine, tenofovir alafenamide) was approved as a complete regimen for HIV treatment. It is taken as one daily tablet with or without food. It carries a black box warning about hepatitis B exacerbation.
- Symdeko® (tezacaftor/iv
The document summarizes recent FDA approvals of several drugs:
1) Tymlos (abaloparatide) was approved for treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis and is available as a single-use pre-filled pen stored in the refrigerator.
2) Ingrezza (valbenazine) was approved for treatment of tardive dyskinesia in adults and is available in 40mg and 80mg capsules taken once daily.
3) Symproic (naldemedine) was approved for treatment of opioid-induced constipation in adults and is recommended at 0.2mg once daily with or without food.
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The document summarizes several drug approvals and updates from the FDA in August 2017. Mavyret was approved for treating HCV genotypes 1-6 without cirrhosis or with compensated cirrhosis. Carospir received approval as an oral suspension for heart failure, hypertension, and hepatic edema. Duzallo was approved as a combination of lesinurad and allopurinol for treating gout in patients not at target uric acid levels on allopurinol alone. Vabomere was approved for complicated UTIs caused by designated bacteria. Other notable approvals included Idhifa for AML, Besponsa for ALL, and Benznidazole for Chagas disease in pediatric patients.
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Generic Gefitinib (Gefigold Capsules) is used for the first-line treatment of patients with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) whose tumors have epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) exon 19 deletions or exon 21 (L858R) substitution mutations as detected by an FDA-approved test.
Akynzeo® (fosnetupitant/palonosetron) was approved for injection to prevent acute and delayed nausea and vomiting from highly emetogenic cancer chemotherapy. It contains palonosetron and fosnetupitant to prevent nausea in the acute and delayed phases.
Crysvita® (burosumab-twza) was approved to treat X-linked hypophosphatemia. It is a FGF23 blocking antibody given subcutaneously.
Tavalisse® (fostamatinib) was approved to treat thrombocytopenia in chronic immune thrombocytopenia patients who have not responded to other treatments. It inhibits signal transduction and reduces antibody-mediated platelet
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AndroGel 1.62% is an androgen indicated for replacement therapy in males
for conditions associated with a deficiency or absence of endogenous
testosterone: Primary hypogonadism (congenital or acquired) and Hypogonadotropic hypogonadism (congenital or acquired) http://www.androgel.com
This document discusses megestrol acetate, including its members, forms, mechanism of action, dosing, administration, safety considerations, and key drug interactions. It lists 12 team members who will discuss megestrol acetate's introduction, brand names, pricing, mechanism of action, dosing, pharmacokinetics, safety issues, and other important details. The document provides an overview of megestrol acetate and the topics the team plans to cover in their discussion.
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- IMM-529 is a biologic targeting Clostridium difficile infection that demonstrates a unique triple mechanism of action, neutralizing the toxin B as well as the spores and vegetative cells of C. difficile.
- In pre-clinical studies, IMM-529 treatment resulted in 70-80% survival rates in CDI mice compared to less than 7% for control groups, showing potential to redefine the standard of care.
- The CDI therapeutic market is expected to grow significantly as current therapies are plagued by high recurrence rates, presenting an opportunity for IMM-529's differentiated profile in neutralizing C. difficile while sparing the microbiome.
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Abiraterone Acetate 500 mg film-coated tablets are indicated for the treatment of metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer in combination with prednisone or prednisolone. Common side effects include hypertension, hypokalemia, and fluid retention due to increased mineralocorticoid levels. Liver function tests should be monitored regularly during treatment due to potential for hepatotoxicity. Patients with moderate or severe hepatic impairment, uncontrolled hypertension, clinically significant heart disease, or severe renal impairment should not take Abiraterone Acetate.
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Prednisone is a steroid medication used to treat conditions caused by inflammation and reduce the immune system's response. It works by suppressing the production of antibodies to stabilize an overactive immune system. Prednisone should be taken as directed by a doctor and requires a gradual reduction in dosage before stopping to avoid withdrawal effects. Common side effects include insomnia, nausea, fatigue, and increased hunger. Those taking prednisone should avoid sources of infection and get approval from their doctor before receiving immunizations or taking other medications due to interaction risks.
Lokelma was approved for treatment of hyperkalemia. Common side effects include edema. Lucemyra was approved to treat opioid withdrawal symptoms. Common side effects include hypotension and bradycardia. Aimovig was approved for preventive treatment of migraines. Common side effects include injection site reactions and constipation. Doptelet was approved to treat thrombocytopenia in patients with liver disease undergoing a procedure. Common side effects include pyrexia and abdominal pain. Palynziq was approved to reduce phenylalanine levels in patients with phenylketonuria. It carries a black box warning for risk of anaphylaxis. Common side effects include injection site reactions and arthralgia
- Lutathera® (lutetium Lu 177 dotatate) was approved for treatment of somatostatin receptor-positive gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors. It is administered as an injection every 8 weeks for 4 doses and requires pre-treatment. Common side effects include lymphopenia and nausea.
- Biktarvy® (bictegravir, emtricitabine, tenofovir alafenamide) was approved as a complete regimen for HIV treatment. It is taken as one daily tablet with or without food. It carries a black box warning about hepatitis B exacerbation.
- Symdeko® (tezacaftor/iv
The document summarizes recent FDA approvals of several drugs:
1) Tymlos (abaloparatide) was approved for treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis and is available as a single-use pre-filled pen stored in the refrigerator.
2) Ingrezza (valbenazine) was approved for treatment of tardive dyskinesia in adults and is available in 40mg and 80mg capsules taken once daily.
3) Symproic (naldemedine) was approved for treatment of opioid-induced constipation in adults and is recommended at 0.2mg once daily with or without food.
Ozempic (semaglutide) was approved for type 2 diabetes. It is administered once weekly and starts at 0.25 mg, increasing to 0.5 mg after 4 weeks and 1 mg if needed. Common side effects include nausea and vomiting. Ertugliflozin (Steglatro) was approved for type 2 diabetes to improve glycemic control. It is dosed once daily at 5 or 15 mg. Angiotensin II (Giapreza) was approved to increase blood pressure in adults with septic or distributive shock. It is administered as an IV infusion. Netarsudil (Rhopressa) was approved for glaucoma or ocular hypertension
Akynzeo® (fosnetupitant/palonosetron) was approved for injection to prevent acute and delayed nausea and vomiting from highly emetogenic cancer chemotherapy. It contains palonosetron and fosnetupitant to prevent nausea in the acute and delayed phases.
Crysvita® (burosumab-twza) was approved to treat X-linked hypophosphatemia. It is a FGF23 blocking antibody given subcutaneously.
Tavalisse® (fostamatinib) was approved for chronic immune thrombocytopenia. It is a kinase inhibitor that reduces antibody-mediated platelet destruction. It carries warnings for hypertension, hepatotoxicity, diarrhea,
This document provides an update on COVID-19 therapeutics in Arkansas. It discusses the status of the Omicron variant and the reduced effectiveness of some monoclonal antibodies against it. It reviews the evidence and guidelines for several oral antivirals and monoclonal antibodies. It also discusses supply levels, allocation strategies, and partnerships to distribute therapeutics equitably across the state.
Therapeutic drug monitoring of cardiovascular agentsranjith lucky
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2. FDA Approval
• Moxidectin® – approved 6/13/18
• An anthelmintic indicated for the treatment of onchocerciasis due to
Onchocerca volvulus in patients aged 12 years and older
• Formulation and Administration:
• Tablets: 2mg
• Patients aged 12 years and older: Take 8 mg (four 2 mg tablets) as a single
oral dose, with or without food.
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/210867lbl.pdf
3. Moxidectin®
• Warning/Precautions:
• Cutaneous, Ophthalmological and/or Systemic Adverse Reactions of
Varying Severity (Mazzotti Reaction)
• Symptomatic Orthostatic Hypotension
• Encephalopathy in Loa loa co-infected patients
• Edema and Worsening of Onchodermatitis
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/210867lbl.pdf
5. FDA Approval
• Epidiolex® (cannabidiol) – approved 6/25/2018
• Indicated for the treatment of seizures associated with Lennox-Gastaut
syndrome or Dravet syndrome in patients 2 years of age and older
• Warnings and Precautions:
• Hepatocellular Injury: Can cause transaminase elevations
• Somnolence and Sedation:
• Suicidal Behavior and Ideation
• Hypersensitivity Reactions
• Withdrawal of Antiepileptic Drugs: Should be gradually withdrawn to
minimize the risk of increased seizure frequency and status epilepticus
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/210365lbl.pdf
6. Epidiolex® (cannabidiol)
• Formulation and Administration:
• Oral solution: 100mg/ml
• Obtain serum transaminases (ALT and AST) and total bilirubin levels in all
patients prior to starting treatment
• Recommended starting dosage is 2.5 mg/kg taken orally twice daily (5
mg/kg/day)
• After one week, for patients tolerating Epidiolex® the dosage can be
increased to a maintenance dosage of 5 mg/kg twice daily
• Can be increased up to a maximum recommended maintenance dosage
of 10 mg/kg twice daily (20 mg/kg/day)
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/210365lbl.pdf
7. Epidiolex® (cannabidiol)
• Administration continued:
• Discard any unused medication remaining 12 weeks after first opening
the bottle
• Dose Adjustments:
• Dose adjustment is recommended in patients with moderate (Child-Pugh
B) hepatic impairment or severe (Child-Pugh C) hepatic impairment
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/210365lbl.pdf
8. Epidiolex® (cannabidiol)
• Adverse Reactions:
• Most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥ 10% and notably more
frequent than placebo) are:
• Somnolence;
• Decreased appetite;
• Diarrhea;
• Transaminase elevations;
• Fatigue, malaise, and asthenia;
• Rash;
• Insomnia, sleep disorder, and poor quality sleep; and
• Infections
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/210365lbl.pdf
9. Epidiolex® (cannabidiol)
• Drug Interactions:
• Moderate or strong inhibitors of CYP3A4 or CYP2C19: Consider dose
reduction of EPIDIOLEX®
• Strong inducer of CYP3A4 or CYP2C19: Consider dose increase
EPIDIOLEX®
• Consider a dose reduction of substrates of UGT1A9, UGT2B7, CYP2C8,
CYP2C9, and CYP2C19 (e.g., clobazam)
• Substrates of CYP1A2 and CYP2B6 may also require dose adjustment
• Concomitant use with valproate increases the incidence of liver enzyme
elevations. Discontinuation or reduction of EPIDIOLEX® and/or
concomitant valproate should be considered
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/210365lbl.pdf
10. FDA Approval
• Zemdri® (plazomicin) – approved 6/25/2018
• An aminoglycoside antibacterial indicated for the treatment of patients
18 years of age or older with Complicated Urinary Tract Infections (cUTI)
including Pyelonephritis.
• See Black Box Warning on next slide
• Formulation and Administration:
• Injection 500 mg/10 mL (50 mg/mL) is a single-dose vial containing
plazomicin sulfate equivalent to 500 mg plazomicin free base.
• Administer 15 mg/kg every 24 hours by intravenous (IV) infusion over 30
minutes to patients 18 years of age or older with creatinine clearance
greater than or equal to 90 mL/min.
• Recommended duration of treatment is 4 to 7 days for cUTI, including
pyelonephritis.
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/210303Orig1s000lbl.pdf
12. Zemdri® (plazomicin)
• Dose Adjustments:
• Renal Impairment
• Warnings and Precautions:
• Hypersensitivity Reactions, including anaphylaxis
• Clostridium difficile-Associated Diarrhea
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/210303Orig1s000lbl.pdf
Estimated CLcr a (mL/min) Recommended Dosage for ZEMDRI® Dosing Interval
Greater than or equal to 60 to less than 90 15 mg/kg Every 24 hours
Greater than or equal to 30 to less than 60 10 mg/kg Every 24 hours
Greater than or equal to 15 to less than 30 10 mg/kg Every 48 hours
13. Zemdri® (plazomicin)
• Most common adverse reactions (> 1% of patients) are
• Decreased renal function;
• Diarrhea;
• Hypertension;
• Headache;
• Nausea and vomiting; and
• Hypotension
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/210303Orig1s000lbl.pdf
14. Zemdri® (plazomicin)
• Storage:
• Vials - 500 mg/10 mL (50 mg/mL) refrigerated at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F)
• Dilution and Preparation:
• The appropriate volume for the required dose should be diluted in 0.9%
Sodium Chloride Injection or Lactated Ringer’s Injection to achieve a final
volume of 50 mL for intravenous infusion
• After dilution, solution for administration is stable for 24 hours at room
temperature at concentrations of 2.5 mg/mL to 45 mg/mL in the
following solutions:
• 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection
• Lactated Ringer’s Injection
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/210303Orig1s000lbl.pdf
15. Mektovi® (binimetinib)
• Most common (≥25%) adverse reactions in patients receiving
the combination were:
• fatigue,
• nausea,
• diarrhea,
• vomiting,
• abdominal pain, and
• arthralgia
• Discontinuation of therapy due to adverse reactions occurred
in 5% of patients receiving the combination; the most common
reasons were hemorrhage and headache.
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/210498lbl.pdf
16. FDA Approval
• Mektovi® (binimetinib) – approved 6/27/2018
• A Kinase inhibitor, approved in combination with encorafenib for patients
with unresectable or metastatic melanoma with a BRAF V600E or V600K
mutation
• Formulation and Administration:
• Tablets: 15mg
• The recommended doses are binimetinib 45 mg orally twice daily (and
encorafenib 450 mg orally once daily)
• For patients with moderate or severe hepatic impairment the
recommended dose is 30 mg orally twice daily.
• If encorafenib is permanently discontinued, discontinue binimetinib
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/210498lbl.pdf
17. Mektovi® (binimetinib)
• Warnings/Precautions:
• Cardiomyopathy: Assess left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) before
initiating treatment, after one month of treatment, then every 2 to 3
months thereafter. The safety has not been established in patients with
LVEF below 50%.
• Venous Thromboembolism
• Ocular Toxicities
• Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD)
• Hepatotoxicity
• Rhabdomyolysis
• Hemorrhage: Major hemorrhagic events can occur
• Embryo-Fetal Toxicity
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/210498lbl.pdf
18. FDA Approval
• Braftovi® (encorafenib) – approved 6/27/2018
• A kinase inhibitor indicated, in combination with binimetinib, for the
treatment of patients with unresectable or metastatic melanoma with a
BRAF V600E or V600K mutation
• Not indicated for treatment of patients with wild-type BRAF melanoma
• Formulation:
• Capsules: 50mg and 75mg
• Recommended dose is 450 mg orally once daily in combination with
binimetinib
• If binimetinib is withheld, reduce BRAFTOVI® to a maximum dose of 300
mg once daily until binimetinib is resumed
• Further dose reduction to 200mg may be appropriate due to ADRs
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/210496lbl.pdf
19. Braftovi® (encorafenib)
• Warnings and Precautions:
• New Primary Malignancies, cutaneous and non-cutaneous
• Tumor Promotion in BRAF Wild-Type Tumors
• Hemorrhage
• Uveitis
• QT Prolongation: Withhold for QTc of 500 ms or greater
• Embryo-Fetal Toxicity
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/210496lbl.pdf
20. Braftovi® (encorafenib)
• Most common (≥25%) adverse reactions in patients receiving
the combination were:
• fatigue,
• nausea,
• diarrhea,
• vomiting,
• abdominal pain, and
• arthralgia
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/210496lbl.pdf
21. Braftovi® (encorafenib)
• Drug Interactions:
• Strong or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors: Concomitant use may increase
encorafenib plasma concentration. If concomitant use cannot be avoided,
modify dose.
• Strong or moderate CYP3A4 inducers: Concomitant use may decrease
encorafenib plasma concentrations. Avoid concomitant use.
• Sensitive CYP3A4 substrates: Concomitant use may increase toxicity or
decrease efficacy of these agents. Avoid hormonal contraceptives.
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/210496lbl.pdf
22. New Formulations
• Aristada Initio® (aripiprazole lauroxil)
• ER injectable suspension, for IM use
• In combination with oral aripiprazole, is indicated for the initiation of
ARISTADA® when used for the treatment of schizophrenia in adults
• Administer one 675 mg injection and one 30 mg dose of oral aripiprazole
in conjunction with the first ARISTADA injection
• Only to be used as a single dose and is not for repeated dosing
• Administer by intramuscular injection in either the deltoid or gluteal
muscle by a healthcare professional
• Not interchangeable with Aristada®
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/209830lbl.pdf
23. New Formulations
• Lympak® (doxycycline)
• A tetracycline class drug indicated for the treatment of early Lyme
disease (as evidenced by erythema migrans) due to Borrelia burgdorferi
in adults and pediatric patients 8 years of age and older weighing 45 kg
and above
• Tablets: 100mg
• Recommended dose of 100 mg every 12 hours, for 21 days
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/209844s000lbl.pdf
• Ablysinol® (alcohol)
• An ablative agent indicated to induce controlled cardiac septal infarction
to improve exercise capacity in adults with symptomatic hypertrophic
obstructive cardiomyopathy who are not candidates for surgical
myectomy
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/207987lbl.pdf
24. New Formulations
• Nocdurna® (desmopressin acetate)
• A vasopressin analog indicated for the treatment of nocturia due to
nocturnal polyuria in adults who awaken at least 2 times per night to void
• Sublingual Tablets: 27.7 mcg of desmopressin acetate (equivalent to
25 mcg of desmopressin) and 55.3 mcg of desmopressin acetate
(equivalent to 50 mcg of desmopressin)
• Women: 27.7 mcg daily, one hour before bedtime, administered
sublingually without water
• Men: 55.3 mcg daily, one hour before bedtime, administered sublingually
without water
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/022517s000lbl.pdf
25. New Dosage Forms
• Nuplazid® (pimavanserin):
• Introduction of a 34 mg capsule strength.
• Introduction of a 10 mg tablet strength for patients administered
concomitant CYP3A4 inhibitors.
• Approved for a combined capsule and tablet label as well as the removal
of the 17 mg tablet strength.
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/appletter/2018/210793Orig1s000,207318Orig1s003ltr.pdf
• Qbrexza (glyopyrronium tosylate):
• An anticholinergic indicated for topical treatment of primary axillary
hyperhidrosis in adults and pediatric patients 9 years of age and older
• A single-use cloth pre-moistened with 2.4% glycopyrronium solution
• For topical use only. Apply once daily to both axillae using a single cloth
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/210361lbl.pdf