These Highlights Do Not Include All The Information Needed To Use Isentress Safely And Effectively. See Full Prescribing Information For Isentress.

These Highlights Do Not Include All The Information Needed To Use Isentress Safely And Effectively. See Full Prescribing Information For Isentress.
SPL v70
SPL
SPL Set ID 89a5ec53-d956-4329-8004-0f40f51c88a3
Route
ORAL
Published
Effective Date 2022-11-01
Document Type 34391-3 HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG LABEL

Drug Facts

Composition & Product

Active Ingredients
Raltegravir (400 mg)
Inactive Ingredients
Ferrosoferric Oxide Butylated Hydroxytoluene Anhydrous Dibasic Calcium Phosphate Hypromellose, Unspecified Lactose Monohydrate Magnesium Stearate Microcrystalline Cellulose Poloxamer 407 Polyethylene Glycol 3350 Polyvinyl Alcohol, Unspecified Ferric Oxide Red Sodium Stearyl Fumarate Talc Titanium Dioxide Hydroxypropyl Cellulose (1600000 Wamw) Sucralose Saccharin Sodium Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate Mannitol Ferric Oxide Yellow Ammonium Glycyrrhizate Sorbitol Fructose Crospovidone (15 Mpa.s At 5%) Ethylcellulose (20 Mpa.s) Ammonia Medium-chain Triglycerides Oleic Acid Hypromellose 2910 (6 Mpa.s) Polyethylene Glycol 400 Aspartame Maltodextrin Sucrose Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium, Unspecified Form Croscarmellose Sodium Triacetin Carnauba Wax

Identifiers & Packaging

Pill Appearance
Imprint: Merck;logo;242 Shape: oval Shape: round Color: pink Color: orange Color: yellow Color: white Size: 16 mm Size: 15 mm Size: 8 mm Size: 19 mm Score: 1
Marketing Status
NDA Active Since 2017-05-26

Description

Adult Patients: ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD are human immunodeficiency virus integrase strand transfer inhibitors (HIV-1 INSTI) indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in adult patients ( 1 ). Pediatric Patients: ISENTRESS is indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in pediatric patients weighing at least 2 kg ( 1 ). ISENTRESS HD is indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in pediatric patients weighing at least 40 kg ( 1 ).

Indications and Usage

Adult Patients: ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD are human immunodeficiency virus integrase strand transfer inhibitors (HIV-1 INSTI) indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in adult patients ( 1 ). Pediatric Patients: ISENTRESS is indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in pediatric patients weighing at least 2 kg ( 1 ). ISENTRESS HD is indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in pediatric patients weighing at least 40 kg ( 1 ).

Dosage and Administration

ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD can be administered with or without food ( 2.1 ). Do not substitute ISENTRESS chewable tablets or ISENTRESS for oral suspension for the ISENTRESS 400 mg or 600 mg film-coated tablet. See specific dosing guidance for chewable tablets and the formulation for oral suspension ( 2.1 ). Adults Treatment-naïve patients or patients who are virologically suppressed on an initial regimen of ISENTRESS 400 mg twice daily: 1200 mg (2 × 600 mg) film-coated tablet orally, once daily or 400 mg film-coated tablet orally, twice daily ( 2.2 ). Treatment-experienced patients: 400 mg film-coated tablet orally, twice daily ( 2.2 ). During coadministration with rifampin in adults, 800 mg (2 × 400 mg) twice daily ( 2.2 ). Pediatrics If weighing at least 40 kg, and either treatment-naïve patients or patients who are virologically suppressed on an initial regimen of ISENTRESS 400 mg twice daily: 1200 mg (2 × 600 mg) film-coated tablet orally, once daily or 400 mg film-coated tablet orally, twice daily or 300 mg (3 × 100 mg) chewable tablets, twice daily ( 2.3 ). If weighing at least 25 kg: One 400 mg film-coated tablet orally, twice daily. If unable to swallow a tablet, consider the chewable tablet, as specified in Table 2 ( 2.3 ). If weighing at least 3 kg to less than 25 kg: Weight-based dosing using the chewable tablet or oral suspension, as specified in Table 4 ( 2.3 ). For neonates (birth to 4 weeks [28 days] of age): Weight-based dosing of the oral suspension as specified in Table 5 ( 2.3 ).

Warnings and Precautions

Severe, potentially life-threatening and fatal skin reactions have been reported. This includes cases of Stevens-Johnson syndrome, hypersensitivity reaction and toxic epidermal necrolysis. Immediately discontinue treatment with ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD and other suspect agents if severe hypersensitivity, severe rash, or rash with systemic symptoms or liver aminotransferase elevations develops and monitor clinical status, including liver aminotransferases closely ( 5.1 ). Monitor for Immune Reconstitution Syndrome ( 5.2 ). Inform patients with phenylketonuria that the 100 mg and 25 mg chewable tablets contain phenylalanine ( 5.3 ).

Contraindications

None

Adverse Reactions

Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice.

Drug Interactions

Coadministration of ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD and other drugs may alter the plasma concentration of raltegravir. The potential for drug-drug interactions must be considered prior to and during therapy ( 7 ). Coadministration of ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD with drugs that are strong inducers of UGT1A1, such as rifampin, may result in reduced plasma concentrations of raltegravir ( 2.1 , 7.1 ).

Storage and Handling

ISENTRESS tablets 400 mg are pink, oval-shaped, film-coated tablets with "227" on one side. They are supplied as follows:   NDC 0006-0227-61 unit-of-use bottles of 60. ISENTRESS HD tablets 600 mg are yellow, oval-shaped, film-coated tablets with corporate logo and "242" on one side and plain on the other side. They are supplied as follows:   NDC 0006-3080-01 unit-of-use bottles of 60. ISENTRESS tablets 100 mg are pale orange, oval-shaped, orange-banana flavored, chewable tablets scored on both sides and imprinted on one face with the corporate logo and "477" on opposite sides of the score. They are supplied as follows:   NDC 0006-0477-61 unit-of-use bottles of 60. ISENTRESS tablets 25 mg are pale yellow, round, orange-banana flavored, chewable tablets with the corporate logo on one side and "473" on the other side. They are supplied as follows:   NDC 0006-0473-61 unit-of-use bottles of 60. ISENTRESS for oral suspension 100 mg is a white to off-white granular powder that may contain yellow or beige to tan particles, in child resistant single-use foil packets, packaged as A kit with two 1 mL syringes, two 3 mL syringes, two 10 mL syringes and two mixing cups. It is supplied as follows:   NDC 0006-3603-61 unit of use carton with 60 packets.   NDC 0006-3603-01 individual packet.

How Supplied

ISENTRESS tablets 400 mg are pink, oval-shaped, film-coated tablets with "227" on one side. They are supplied as follows:   NDC 0006-0227-61 unit-of-use bottles of 60. ISENTRESS HD tablets 600 mg are yellow, oval-shaped, film-coated tablets with corporate logo and "242" on one side and plain on the other side. They are supplied as follows:   NDC 0006-3080-01 unit-of-use bottles of 60. ISENTRESS tablets 100 mg are pale orange, oval-shaped, orange-banana flavored, chewable tablets scored on both sides and imprinted on one face with the corporate logo and "477" on opposite sides of the score. They are supplied as follows:   NDC 0006-0477-61 unit-of-use bottles of 60. ISENTRESS tablets 25 mg are pale yellow, round, orange-banana flavored, chewable tablets with the corporate logo on one side and "473" on the other side. They are supplied as follows:   NDC 0006-0473-61 unit-of-use bottles of 60. ISENTRESS for oral suspension 100 mg is a white to off-white granular powder that may contain yellow or beige to tan particles, in child resistant single-use foil packets, packaged as A kit with two 1 mL syringes, two 3 mL syringes, two 10 mL syringes and two mixing cups. It is supplied as follows:   NDC 0006-3603-61 unit of use carton with 60 packets.   NDC 0006-3603-01 individual packet.


Medication Information

Warnings and Precautions

Severe, potentially life-threatening and fatal skin reactions have been reported. This includes cases of Stevens-Johnson syndrome, hypersensitivity reaction and toxic epidermal necrolysis. Immediately discontinue treatment with ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD and other suspect agents if severe hypersensitivity, severe rash, or rash with systemic symptoms or liver aminotransferase elevations develops and monitor clinical status, including liver aminotransferases closely ( 5.1 ). Monitor for Immune Reconstitution Syndrome ( 5.2 ). Inform patients with phenylketonuria that the 100 mg and 25 mg chewable tablets contain phenylalanine ( 5.3 ).

Indications and Usage

Adult Patients: ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD are human immunodeficiency virus integrase strand transfer inhibitors (HIV-1 INSTI) indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in adult patients ( 1 ). Pediatric Patients: ISENTRESS is indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in pediatric patients weighing at least 2 kg ( 1 ). ISENTRESS HD is indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in pediatric patients weighing at least 40 kg ( 1 ).

Dosage and Administration

ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD can be administered with or without food ( 2.1 ). Do not substitute ISENTRESS chewable tablets or ISENTRESS for oral suspension for the ISENTRESS 400 mg or 600 mg film-coated tablet. See specific dosing guidance for chewable tablets and the formulation for oral suspension ( 2.1 ). Adults Treatment-naïve patients or patients who are virologically suppressed on an initial regimen of ISENTRESS 400 mg twice daily: 1200 mg (2 × 600 mg) film-coated tablet orally, once daily or 400 mg film-coated tablet orally, twice daily ( 2.2 ). Treatment-experienced patients: 400 mg film-coated tablet orally, twice daily ( 2.2 ). During coadministration with rifampin in adults, 800 mg (2 × 400 mg) twice daily ( 2.2 ). Pediatrics If weighing at least 40 kg, and either treatment-naïve patients or patients who are virologically suppressed on an initial regimen of ISENTRESS 400 mg twice daily: 1200 mg (2 × 600 mg) film-coated tablet orally, once daily or 400 mg film-coated tablet orally, twice daily or 300 mg (3 × 100 mg) chewable tablets, twice daily ( 2.3 ). If weighing at least 25 kg: One 400 mg film-coated tablet orally, twice daily. If unable to swallow a tablet, consider the chewable tablet, as specified in Table 2 ( 2.3 ). If weighing at least 3 kg to less than 25 kg: Weight-based dosing using the chewable tablet or oral suspension, as specified in Table 4 ( 2.3 ). For neonates (birth to 4 weeks [28 days] of age): Weight-based dosing of the oral suspension as specified in Table 5 ( 2.3 ).

Contraindications

None

Adverse Reactions

Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice.

Drug Interactions

Coadministration of ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD and other drugs may alter the plasma concentration of raltegravir. The potential for drug-drug interactions must be considered prior to and during therapy ( 7 ). Coadministration of ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD with drugs that are strong inducers of UGT1A1, such as rifampin, may result in reduced plasma concentrations of raltegravir ( 2.1 , 7.1 ).

Storage and Handling

ISENTRESS tablets 400 mg are pink, oval-shaped, film-coated tablets with "227" on one side. They are supplied as follows:   NDC 0006-0227-61 unit-of-use bottles of 60. ISENTRESS HD tablets 600 mg are yellow, oval-shaped, film-coated tablets with corporate logo and "242" on one side and plain on the other side. They are supplied as follows:   NDC 0006-3080-01 unit-of-use bottles of 60. ISENTRESS tablets 100 mg are pale orange, oval-shaped, orange-banana flavored, chewable tablets scored on both sides and imprinted on one face with the corporate logo and "477" on opposite sides of the score. They are supplied as follows:   NDC 0006-0477-61 unit-of-use bottles of 60. ISENTRESS tablets 25 mg are pale yellow, round, orange-banana flavored, chewable tablets with the corporate logo on one side and "473" on the other side. They are supplied as follows:   NDC 0006-0473-61 unit-of-use bottles of 60. ISENTRESS for oral suspension 100 mg is a white to off-white granular powder that may contain yellow or beige to tan particles, in child resistant single-use foil packets, packaged as A kit with two 1 mL syringes, two 3 mL syringes, two 10 mL syringes and two mixing cups. It is supplied as follows:   NDC 0006-3603-61 unit of use carton with 60 packets.   NDC 0006-3603-01 individual packet.

How Supplied

ISENTRESS tablets 400 mg are pink, oval-shaped, film-coated tablets with "227" on one side. They are supplied as follows:   NDC 0006-0227-61 unit-of-use bottles of 60. ISENTRESS HD tablets 600 mg are yellow, oval-shaped, film-coated tablets with corporate logo and "242" on one side and plain on the other side. They are supplied as follows:   NDC 0006-3080-01 unit-of-use bottles of 60. ISENTRESS tablets 100 mg are pale orange, oval-shaped, orange-banana flavored, chewable tablets scored on both sides and imprinted on one face with the corporate logo and "477" on opposite sides of the score. They are supplied as follows:   NDC 0006-0477-61 unit-of-use bottles of 60. ISENTRESS tablets 25 mg are pale yellow, round, orange-banana flavored, chewable tablets with the corporate logo on one side and "473" on the other side. They are supplied as follows:   NDC 0006-0473-61 unit-of-use bottles of 60. ISENTRESS for oral suspension 100 mg is a white to off-white granular powder that may contain yellow or beige to tan particles, in child resistant single-use foil packets, packaged as A kit with two 1 mL syringes, two 3 mL syringes, two 10 mL syringes and two mixing cups. It is supplied as follows:   NDC 0006-3603-61 unit of use carton with 60 packets.   NDC 0006-3603-01 individual packet.

Description

Adult Patients: ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD are human immunodeficiency virus integrase strand transfer inhibitors (HIV-1 INSTI) indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in adult patients ( 1 ). Pediatric Patients: ISENTRESS is indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in pediatric patients weighing at least 2 kg ( 1 ). ISENTRESS HD is indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in pediatric patients weighing at least 40 kg ( 1 ).

Section 42229-5

Adult Patients:

ISENTRESS® and ISENTRESS® HD are indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV-1) infection in adult patients.

Section 42230-3
PATIENT INFORMATION
This Patient Information has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Revised May 2022
ISENTRESS® (eye sen tris)

(raltegravir)

film-coated tablets
ISENTRESS® (eye sen tris)

(raltegravir)

chewable tablets
ISENTRESS® HD (eye sen tris HD)

(raltegravir)

film-coated tablets
ISENTRESS® (eye sen tris)

(raltegravir)

for oral suspension
What are ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD?
ISENTRESS is a prescription medicine used with other HIV-1 medicines to treat Human Immunodeficiency Virus-1 (HIV-1) infection in adults, and in children weighing at least 4.4 pounds (2 kg). HIV is the virus that causes AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome).
ISENTRESS HD is a prescription medicine used with other HIV-1 medicines to treat HIV-1 infection in adults, and in children weighing at least 88 pounds (40 kg).

ISENTRESS should not be used in children who weigh less than 4.4 pounds (2 kg).
Before you take ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD, tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions, including if you:
  • have liver problems
  • have a history of a muscle disorder called rhabdomyolysis or myopathy
  • have increased levels of creatine kinase in your blood
  • have phenylketonuria (PKU). ISENTRESS chewable tablets contain phenylalanine as part of the artificial sweetener, aspartame. The artificial sweetener may be harmful to people with PKU.
  • receive kidney dialysis treatment
  • are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD can harm your unborn baby.

    Pregnancy Registry: There is a pregnancy registry for women who take ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD during pregnancy. The purpose of this registry is to collect information about the health of you and your baby. Talk to your doctor about how you can take part in this registry.
  • are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. Do not breastfeed if you take ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD.
    • You should not breastfeed if you have HIV-1 because of the risk of passing HIV-1 to your baby.
    • It is not known if ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD can pass into your breast milk.
    • Talk with your doctor about the best way to feed your baby.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Some medicines interact with ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD.
  • Keep a list of your medicines to show your doctor and pharmacist.
  • You can ask your doctor or pharmacist for a list of medicines that interact with ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD.
  • Do not start taking a new medicine without telling your doctor. Your doctor can tell you if it is safe to take ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD with other medicines.
How should I take ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD?
  • Take ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
  • Do not change your dose of ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD or stop your treatment without talking with your doctor first.
  • Stay under the care of your doctor during treatment with ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD.
  • ISENTRESS film-coated tablets and ISENTRESS HD film-coated tablets must be swallowed whole.
  • ISENTRESS chewable tablets may be chewed or swallowed whole.

    For children who have trouble chewing the 25 mg chewable tablet, the tablet may be crushed and given as follows:
    • Place the tablet(s) in a small, clean cup. For each tablet, add about 1 teaspoonful (5 mL) of liquid (for example, water, juice, or breast milk).
    • Within 2 minutes, the tablet(s) will fall apart in the liquid.
    • Using a spoon, crush any remaining pieces of the tablet(s). Give the child the entire mixture to swallow right away.
    • If any of the dose is left in the cup, add another teaspoonful (5 mL) of liquid, swirl and give to the child right away.
  • Do not switch between the film-coated tablet, the chewable tablet, or the oral suspension without talking with your doctor first.
  • Do not switch between the ISENTRESS 400 mg film-coated tablet and the ISENTRESS HD 600 mg film-coated tablet if your prescribed dose is 1200 mg.
  • Do not run out of ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD. The virus in your blood may increase and the virus may become harder to treat. Get a refill of your ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD from your doctor or pharmacy before you run out.
  • Take ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD on a regular dosing schedule as instructed by your doctor. Do not miss doses.
  • If you take too much ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD, call your doctor or go to the nearest hospital emergency room right away.

If ISENTRESS for oral suspension is prescribed for your child, be sure to read the following information:

  • Before giving the first dose of ISENTRESS for oral suspension, read the Instructions for Use booklet that comes with ISENTRESS for oral suspension for information about the correct way to mix and give a dose of ISENTRESS for oral suspension to your child. Keep the booklet and follow it each time you prepare the medicine. Bring this booklet to your child's appointments.
  • Make sure your doctor shows you how to mix and give the right dose of ISENTRESS for oral suspension to your child. If you have questions about how to mix or give ISENTRESS for oral suspension, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.
  • Give the dose of ISENTRESS for oral suspension within 30 minutes of mixing.
  • If your child does not take all of the prescribed dose or spits some of it out, call your doctor to find out what to do.
  • Your child's dose will change over time. Make sure you follow your doctor's instructions. Your doctor will tell you if and when to stop giving ISENTRESS to your child.
What are the possible side effects of ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD?
ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD can cause serious side effects including:
  • Severe skin reactions and allergic reactions. Some people who take ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD develop severe skin reactions and allergic reactions that can be serious, and may be life-threatening or lead to death.
    • If you develop a rash, call your doctor right away.
    • If you develop a rash with any of the following symptoms, stop using ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD and call your doctor or get medical help right away:
  • fever
  • generally ill feeling
  • extreme tiredness
  • muscle or joint aches
  • blisters or sores in mouth
  • blisters or peeling of the skin
  • redness or swelling of the eyes
  • swelling of the mouth, lips, or face
  • problems breathing
Sometimes allergic reactions can affect body organs, such as your liver. Call your doctor right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms of liver problems:
  • yellowing of your skin or whites of your eyes
  • dark or tea colored urine
  • pale colored stools (bowel movements)
  • nausea or vomiting
  • loss of appetite
  • pain, aching, or tenderness on the right side of your stomach area
  • Changes in your immune system (Immune Reconstitution Syndrome) can happen when you start taking HIV-1 medicines. Your immune system may get stronger and begin to fight infections that have been hidden in your body for a long time. Tell your doctor right away if you start having new symptoms after starting your HIV-1 medicine.
The most common side effects of ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD include:
  • trouble sleeping
  • headache
  • dizziness
  • nausea
  • tiredness
Less common side effects of ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD include:
  • depression
  • hepatitis
  • genital herpes
  • herpes zoster including shingles
  • kidney failure
  • kidney stones
  • indigestion or stomach area pain
  • vomiting
  • suicidal thoughts and actions
  • weakness
Tell your doctor right away if you get unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness during treatment with ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD. These may be signs of a rare serious muscle problem that can lead to kidney problems.
These are not all the possible side effects of ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
How should I store ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD?
ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD film-coated tablets:
  • Store ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD film-coated tablets at room temperature between 68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C).
  • Store ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD film-coated tablets in the original package with the bottle tightly closed.
  • Keep the drying agent (desiccant) in the ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD bottle to protect from moisture.
ISENTRESS chewable tablets:
  • Store ISENTRESS chewable tablets at room temperature between 68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C).
  • Store ISENTRESS chewable tablets in the original package with the bottle tightly closed.
  • Keep the drying agent (desiccant) in the bottle to protect from moisture.
ISENTRESS for oral suspension:
  • Store ISENTRESS for oral suspension at room temperature between 68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C).
  • Store in the original container. Do not open the foil packet until ready for use.
Keep ISENTRESS and all medicines out of the reach of children.
General information about the safe and effective use of ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD
Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a Patient Information Leaflet.
Do not use ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD for a condition for which it was not prescribed. Do not give ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD to other people, even if they have the same symptoms that you have. It may harm them. You can ask your doctor or pharmacist for information about ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD that is written for health professionals.
What are the ingredients in ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD?
ISENTRESS 400 mg film-coated tablets:
Active ingredient: raltegravir
Inactive ingredients: calcium phosphate dibasic anhydrous, hypromellose 2208, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, poloxamer 407 (contains 0.01% butylated hydroxytoluene as antioxidant), sodium stearyl fumarate.
The film coating contains: black iron oxide, polyethylene glycol 3350, polyvinyl alcohol, red iron oxide, talc and titanium dioxide.
ISENTRESS HD 600 mg film-coated tablets:
Active ingredient: raltegravir
Inactive ingredients: croscarmellose sodium, hypromellose 2910, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose.
The film coating contains: ferrosoferric oxide, hypromellose 2910, iron oxide yellow, lactose monohydrate, triacetin and titanium dioxide.
The tablet may also contain trace amount of carnauba wax.
ISENTRESS chewable tablets:
Active ingredient: raltegravir
Inactive ingredients: ammonium hydroxide, crospovidone, ethylcellulose 20 cP, fructose, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose 2910/6cP, magnesium stearate, mannitol, medium chain triglycerides, monoammonium glycyrrhizinate, natural and artificial flavors (orange, banana, and masking that contains aspartame), oleic acid, PEG 400, saccharin sodium, sodium citrate dihydrate, sodium stearyl fumarate, sorbitol, sucralose and yellow iron oxide. The 100 mg chewable tablet also contains red iron oxide.
ISENTRESS for oral suspension:
Active ingredient: raltegravir
Inactive ingredients: ammonium hydroxide, banana with other natural flavors, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, crospovidone, ethylcellulose 20 cP, fructose, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose 2910/6cP, macrogol/PEG 400, magnesium stearate, maltodextrin, mannitol, medium chain triglycerides, microcrystalline cellulose, monoammonium glycyrrhizinate, oleic acid, sorbitol, sucralose and sucrose.
Distributed by: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC

Rahway, NJ 07065, USA
For patent information: www.msd.com/research/patent
Copyright © 2007-2022 Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, and its affiliates. All rights reserved.
usppi-mk0518-mf-2205r030

For more information go to www.ISENTRESS.com or call 1-800-622-4477.
Section 44425-7

Storage and Handling

Section 51945-4

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 100 mg Packet Carton

NDC 0006-3603-61

Isentress ®

(raltegravir)

For Oral Suspension

100 mg

For Pediatric Use

For Oral Administration Only

Each packet contains 108.6 mg raltegravir potassium, equivalent to 100 mg raltegravir.

Rx only

60 packets

Multi-Dose Kit

DIRECTIONS FOR USE:

See instructions for use

booklet and package insert

for additional information.

Section 59845-8

Bring this booklet to your child's appointments.

ISENTRESS (raltegravir)

for oral suspension

Instructions for Use

for babies and toddlers

Before You Start

Note: Make sure your doctor shows you how to prepare and give ISENTRESS for oral suspension.
  • Be sure you understand these instructions before you start. Call your doctor if you have any questions.
  • It is very important that you measure the water and ISENTRESS carefully using the correct syringe.
  • Before you give ISENTRESS to your child, check the expiration date. The expiration date is printed on the box and the ISENTRESS packets.
  • Do not open the ISENTRESS packets until you are ready to mix a dose.
  • The amount of ISENTRESS depends on your child's age and weight, so it will change over time.

    Your doctor will tell you the right dose at each check-up after weighing your child.

    Be sure to keep your doctor's appointments so you get new dosing information as your child grows.

    During your child's first week of life, you will give ISENTRESS 1 time a day. After the first week of life, you will give it 2 times a day.
  • This booklet tells you how to:
    • Mix ISENTRESS into a liquid form
    • Measure the right dose using a syringe
    • Give mixed ISENTRESS to your child
    • Clean up

Kit Contents

  • Prescription (on box)
  • 2 mixing cups
  • Instructions for Use (this booklet)
  • Prescribing Information
  • 6 syringes
  • 60 packets of ISENTRESS
2 blue (10mL) syringes 2 green (3mL) syringes 2 white (1mL) syringes

The kit has an extra cup and set of syringes in case one is lost or damaged.

Do not use any damaged cups or syringes.

Step 1. Get ready

  • Put your child in a safe place. You will need both hands to prepare ISENTRESS.
  • Wash your hands with soap and water.
  • Take out what you need from the kit as shown below to make 1 dose and place on a clean surface:
1 mixing cup

(Using the tab on the mixing cup, pull open the lid)
1 packet of ISENTRESS a clean glass 3 syringes

(Have one of each size ready, but you will only need 1 or 2, depending on the prescribed dose)

Step 2. Fill a clean glass with water

Fill a clean glass with room-temperature drinking water from your sink or use bottled water.

Step 3. Fill the blue syringe with water

Push the plunger of the blue syringe into the syringe as far as it goes.
Put the tip of the syringe into the glass of water. Pull back the plunger to draw up water into the syringe. Stop when you get to the 10mL mark.

Step 4. Check for air bubbles

Hold the syringe with tip up. Tap it with your finger to move any air bubbles up towards the tip.



Slowly push up on the plunger to make the air come out. You may see some drops of water come out.






Re-check the amount of water in the syringe. If it is less than 10mL, put the tip back into the water and pull back on the plunger until you get to the 10mL mark.

Step 5. Add the 10mL of water to the mixing cup

Add the 10 mL of water from the syringe to the mixing cup by pushing all the way down on the plunger.

Step 6. Add ISENTRESS to the mixing cup

Note before adding ISENTRESS:

Make sure you and your child are ready! After mixing ISENTRESS, use it within 30 minutes. Throw away any leftover ISENTRESS after you have given the dose to your child.

Take 1 packet of ISENTRESS and shake the powder to the bottom of the packet.
Tear or cut open the packet at the dotted line and add all of the powder to the water in the mixing cup. Make sure the packet is completely empty.

Step 7. Mix ISENTRESS and water

Snap the lid of the mixing cup shut.



Gently swirl the mixing cup for 45 seconds in a circular motion to mix the powder and water. Use a clock or timer to time for 45 seconds. Do not shake the mixture.
Check to make sure the powder is mixed. If it is not mixed, swirl it some more. The mixture should look cloudy.

Step 8. Check your prescription

Find the dose amount in 'mL' prescribed by your doctor. This is written on the prescription label on the box from your pharmacy.

Remember that the dose may change each time you go to the doctor, so make sure you check the prescribed dose each time. Be sure to go to all of your doctor's appointments so your child gets the right dose!

Step 9. Choose the syringe you need

Your doctor will prescribe the dose in milliliters (mL). Choose the right syringe for your child's dose:

WHITE

(1mL) for 1mL

or less

GREEN

(3mL)

for 1.5mL

to 3mL
BLUE

(10mL)

for 3.5mL

to 10mL

Then find the mL mark on the syringe that matches your child's dose.

Step 10. Measure ISENTRESS

Push the plunger into the barrel of the syringe as far as it goes.
Put the tip of the syringe into the cup of the mixed ISENTRESS and pull back on the plunger.



Stop when you get to the line that matches your child's prescribed dose.
IMPORTANT:
  • Your child's dose may be different from the one shown in this figure.
  • There will usually be some leftover mixed ISENTRESS in the mixing cup.

Step 11. Check for air bubbles

Hold the syringe with tip up. Tap it with your finger to move any air bubbles up towards the tip.



Slowly push the plunger to make the air come out. You may see some drops of medicine come out.
Re-check the amount of ISENTRESS in the syringe. If it is less than the prescribed dose, put the tip back into the cup of mixed ISENTRESS and pull back on the plunger until you get to the right dose mark.

Step 12. Give ISENTRESS to your child

Place the tip of the syringe inside your child's mouth so that it touches either the right or left cheek.

Slowly push in the plunger to give the dose of mixed ISENTRESS to your child. If your child fusses, take the tip of the syringe out of the mouth and try again. It is important that your child takes all of the prescribed dose (a little left in the syringe tip is OK).

IMPORTANT:

If your child does not take all of the prescribed dose or spits some of it out, call your doctor to find out what to do.

Step 13. Clean up

Pour the leftover mixed ISENTRESS into the trash.

Do not pour it into the sink.

Pull the plungers out of any syringes you used.

Hand wash the syringes, plungers, and mixing cup with warm water and dish soap. Do not wash in the dishwasher.

Rinse with water and let air dry.



Put everything in a clean, dry place.

How should I store ISENTRESS?

Store the ISENTRESS for oral suspension kit at room temperature between 68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C).

Store in the original container.

Keep ISENTRESS and all medicines out of the reach of children.

Be sure to keep your doctor's appointments so you always know how much ISENTRESS to give to your child.

For more information, go to www.ISENTRESS.com or call 1-800-622-4477.

2.2 Adults

The recommended adult dosage of ISENTRESS film-coated tablets is displayed in Table 1. ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD should be taken by mouth and may be taken with or without food [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].

Table 1: Dosing Recommendations for ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD in Adult Patients
Population Recommended Dose
Treatment-naïve patients or patients who are virologically suppressed on an initial regimen of ISENTRESS 400 mg twice daily 1200 mg (2 × 600 mg) once daily

or

400 mg twice daily
Treatment-experienced 400 mg twice daily
Treatment-naïve or treatment-experienced when coadministered with rifampin [see Drug Interactions (7.1)] 800 mg (2 × 400 mg) twice daily
10 Overdosage

In the event of an overdose, it is reasonable to employ the standard supportive measures, e.g., remove unabsorbed material from the gastrointestinal tract, employ clinical monitoring (including obtaining an electrocardiogram), and institute supportive therapy if required. The extent to which ISENTRESS may be dialyzable is unknown.

11 Description

ISENTRESS contains raltegravir potassium, a human immunodeficiency virus integrase strand transfer inhibitor. The chemical name for raltegravir potassium is N-[(4-Fluorophenyl) methyl]-1,6-dihydro-5-hydroxy-1-methyl-2-[1-methyl-1-[[(5-methyl-1,3,4-oxadiazol-2-yl)carbonyl]amino]ethyl]-6-oxo-4-pyrimidinecarboxamide monopotassium salt.

The empirical formula is C20H20FKN6O5 and the molecular weight is 482.51. The structural formula is:

Raltegravir potassium is a white to off-white powder. It is soluble in water, slightly soluble in methanol, very slightly soluble in ethanol and acetonitrile and insoluble in isopropanol.

Each 400 mg film-coated tablet of ISENTRESS for oral administration contains 434.4 mg of raltegravir (as potassium salt), equivalent to 400 mg of raltegravir free phenol and the following inactive ingredients: calcium phosphate dibasic anhydrous, hypromellose 2208, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, poloxamer 407 (contains 0.01% butylated hydroxytoluene as antioxidant), sodium stearyl fumarate. In addition, the film coating contains the following inactive ingredients: black iron oxide, polyethylene glycol 3350, polyvinyl alcohol, red iron oxide, talc and titanium dioxide.

Each 600 mg film-coated tablet of ISENTRESS HD for oral administration contains 651.6 mg of raltegravir (as potassium salt), equivalent to 600 mg of raltegravir free phenol and the following inactive ingredients: croscarmellose sodium, hypromellose 2910, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose. The film coating contains the following inactive ingredients: ferrosoferric oxide, hypromellose 2910, iron oxide yellow, lactose monohydrate, triacetin and titanium dioxide. The tablet may also contain trace amount of carnauba wax.

Each 100 mg chewable tablet of ISENTRESS for oral administration contains 108.6 mg of raltegravir (as potassium salt), equivalent to 100 mg of raltegravir free phenol and the following inactive ingredients: ammonium hydroxide, crospovidone, ethylcellulose 20 cP, fructose, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose 2910/6cP, magnesium stearate, mannitol, medium chain triglycerides, monoammonium glycyrrhizinate, natural and artificial flavors (orange, banana, and masking that contains aspartame), oleic acid, PEG 400, red iron oxide, saccharin sodium, sodium citrate dihydrate, sodium stearyl fumarate, sorbitol, sucralose and yellow iron oxide.

Each 25 mg chewable tablet of ISENTRESS for oral administration contains 27.16 mg of raltegravir (as potassium salt), equivalent to 25 mg of raltegravir free phenol and the following inactive ingredients: ammonium hydroxide, crospovidone, ethylcellulose 20 cP, fructose, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose 2910/6cP, magnesium stearate, mannitol, medium chain triglycerides, monoammonium glycyrrhizinate, natural and artificial flavors (orange, banana, and masking that contains aspartame), oleic acid, PEG 400, saccharin sodium, sodium citrate dihydrate, sodium stearyl fumarate, sorbitol, sucralose and yellow iron oxide.

Each packet of ISENTRESS for oral suspension 100 mg, contains 108.6 mg of raltegravir (as potassium salt), equivalent to 100 mg of raltegravir free phenol and the following inactive ingredients: ammonium hydroxide, banana with other natural flavors, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, crospovidone, ethylcellulose 20 cP, fructose, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose 2910/6cP, macrogol/PEG 400, magnesium stearate, maltodextrin, mannitol, medium chain triglycerides, microcrystalline cellulose, monoammonium glycyrrhizinate, oleic acid, sorbitol, sucralose and sucrose.

2.3 Pediatrics

The recommended pediatric dosage of ISENTRESS is displayed in Table 2. ISENTRESS film-coated tablets, chewable tablets and for oral suspension should be taken by mouth and may be taken with or without food [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].

Table 2: Dosing Recommendations for ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD in Pediatric Patients
Recommended Pediatric Dosage and Formulation
Population/Weight Film-Coated Tablets 400 mg Film-Coated Tablets 600 mg Chewable Tablets 100 mg and 25 mg For Oral Suspension 100 mg
If at least 40 kg and either:
  • treatment-naïve or
  • virologically suppressed on an initial regimen of ISENTRESS 400 mg twice daily
400 mg twice daily 1200 mg (2 × 600 mg) once daily 300 mg twice daily (see Table 3) NA
If at least 25 kg 400 mg twice daily
If able to swallow a tablet
NA Weight-based dosing twice daily (see Table 3) NA
If at least 4 weeks of age and weighing 3 kg to less than 25 kg NA NA Weight-based dosing twice daily (see Table 4) Weight-based dosing twice daily up to 20 kg (see Table 4)
From birth to 4 weeks (28 days) weighing at least 2 kg NA NA NA Weight-based dosing once daily or twice daily (see Table 5)
Table 3: Alternative Dosage
The weight-based dosing recommendation for the chewable tablet is based on approximately 6 mg/kg/dose twice daily [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].
with ISENTRESS Chewable Tablets for Pediatric Patients Weighing at Least 25 kg
Body Weight

(kg)
Dose Number of 100 mg Chewable Tablets
25 to less than 28 150 mg twice daily 1.5 × 100 mg
The 100 mg chewable tablet can be divided into equal halves.
twice daily
28 to less than 40 200 mg twice daily 2 × 100 mg twice daily
At least 40 300 mg twice daily 3 × 100 mg twice daily
Table 4: Recommended Dosage
The weight-based dosing recommendation for the chewable tablet and oral suspension is based on approximately 6 mg/kg/dose twice daily [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].
for ISENTRESS For Oral Suspension and Chewable Tablets in Pediatric Patients at Least 4 Weeks of Age and Weighing at Least 3 kg and Less than 25 kg
Body Weight

(kg)
Volume (Dose) of Suspension to be Administered Number of Chewable Tablets
The chewable tablets are available as 25 mg and 100 mg tablets.
3 to less than 4 2.5 mL (25 mg) twice daily 1 × 25 mg twice daily
May be administered as a crushed tablet(s); see General Dosing Recommendations (2.1) for guidance.
4 to less than 6 3 mL (30 mg) twice daily  
6 to less than 8 4 mL (40 mg) twice daily 2 × 25 mg twice daily
8 to less than 10 6 mL (60 mg) twice daily  
10 to less than 14 8 mL (80 mg) twice daily 3 × 25 mg twice daily
14 to less than 20 10 mL (100 mg) twice daily 1 × 100 mg twice daily
20 to less than 25 Not applicable 1.5 × 100 mg
The 100 mg chewable tablet can be divided into equal halves.
twice daily
  • For full-term neonates (birth to 4 weeks [28 days] of age): Weight-based dosing of the oral suspension as specified in Table 5.
  • No data are available in pre-term neonates. The use of ISENTRESS is not recommended in pre-term neonates.
Table 5: Recommended Dose for ISENTRESS For Oral Suspension in Full-Term Neonates (Birth to 4 Weeks [28 days] of Age)
Body Weight

(kg)
Volume (Dose) of Suspension to be Administered
Note: If the mother has taken ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD 2-24 hours before delivery, the neonate's first dose should be given between 24-48 hours after birth.
Birth to 1 Week - Once daily dosing
The dosing recommendations are based on approximately 1.5 mg/kg/dose.
2 to less than 3 0.4 mL (4 mg) once daily
3 to less than 4 0.5 mL (5 mg) once daily
4 to less than 5 0.7 mL (7 mg) once daily
1 to 4 Weeks - Twice daily dosing
The dosing recommendations are based on approximately 3 mg/kg/dose.
2 to less than 3 0.8 mL (8 mg) twice daily
3 to less than 4 1 mL (10 mg) twice daily
4 to less than 5 1.5 mL (15 mg) twice daily
8.5 Geriatric Use

Clinical studies of ISENTRESS/ISENTRESS HD did not include sufficient numbers of subjects aged 65 and over to determine whether they respond differently from younger subjects. Other reported clinical experience has not identified differences in responses between the elderly and younger subjects. In general, dose selection for an elderly patient should be cautious, reflecting the greater frequency of decreased hepatic, renal, or cardiac function, and of concomitant disease or other drug therapy.

4 Contraindications

None

6 Adverse Reactions

Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice.

7 Drug Interactions
  • Coadministration of ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD and other drugs may alter the plasma concentration of raltegravir. The potential for drug-drug interactions must be considered prior to and during therapy (7).
  • Coadministration of ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD with drugs that are strong inducers of UGT1A1, such as rifampin, may result in reduced plasma concentrations of raltegravir (2.1, 7.1).
5.3 Phenylketonurics

ISENTRESS Chewable Tablets contain phenylalanine, a component of aspartame. Each 25 mg ISENTRESS Chewable Tablet contains approximately 0.05 mg phenylalanine. Each 100 mg ISENTRESS Chewable Tablet contains approximately 0.10 mg phenylalanine. Phenylalanine can be harmful to patients with phenylketonuria.

12.2 Pharmacodynamics

In a monotherapy study raltegravir (400 mg twice daily) demonstrated rapid antiviral activity with mean viral load reduction of 1.66 log10 copies/mL by day 10.

1 Indications and Usage

Adult Patients:

ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD are human immunodeficiency virus integrase strand transfer inhibitors (HIV-1 INSTI) indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in adult patients (1).

Pediatric Patients:

ISENTRESS is indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in pediatric patients weighing at least 2 kg (1).

ISENTRESS HD is indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in pediatric patients weighing at least 40 kg (1).

12.1 Mechanism of Action

Raltegravir is an HIV-1 antiviral drug [see Microbiology (12.4)].

5 Warnings and Precautions
  • Severe, potentially life-threatening and fatal skin reactions have been reported. This includes cases of Stevens-Johnson syndrome, hypersensitivity reaction and toxic epidermal necrolysis. Immediately discontinue treatment with ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD and other suspect agents if severe hypersensitivity, severe rash, or rash with systemic symptoms or liver aminotransferase elevations develops and monitor clinical status, including liver aminotransferases closely (5.1).
  • Monitor for Immune Reconstitution Syndrome (5.2).
  • Inform patients with phenylketonuria that the 100 mg and 25 mg chewable tablets contain phenylalanine (5.3).
2 Dosage and Administration

ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD can be administered with or without food (2.1).

Do not substitute ISENTRESS chewable tablets or ISENTRESS for oral suspension for the ISENTRESS 400 mg or 600 mg film-coated tablet.

See specific dosing guidance for chewable tablets and the formulation for oral suspension (2.1).

Adults

  • Treatment-naïve patients or patients who are virologically suppressed on an initial regimen of ISENTRESS 400 mg twice daily:
    • 1200 mg (2 × 600 mg) film-coated tablet orally, once daily or
    • 400 mg film-coated tablet orally, twice daily (2.2).
  • Treatment-experienced patients:
    • 400 mg film-coated tablet orally, twice daily (2.2).
  • During coadministration with rifampin in adults, 800 mg (2 × 400 mg) twice daily (2.2).

Pediatrics

  • If weighing at least 40 kg, and either
    • treatment-naïve patients or
    • patients who are virologically suppressed on an initial regimen of ISENTRESS 400 mg twice daily:
      • 1200 mg (2 × 600 mg) film-coated tablet orally, once daily or
      • 400 mg film-coated tablet orally, twice daily or
      • 300 mg (3 × 100 mg) chewable tablets, twice daily (2.3).
  • If weighing at least 25 kg: One 400 mg film-coated tablet orally, twice daily. If unable to swallow a tablet, consider the chewable tablet, as specified in Table 2 (2.3).
  • If weighing at least 3 kg to less than 25 kg: Weight-based dosing using the chewable tablet or oral suspension, as specified in Table 4 (2.3).
  • For neonates (birth to 4 weeks [28 days] of age): Weight-based dosing of the oral suspension as specified in Table 5 (2.3).
3 Dosage Forms and Strengths
  • Film-coated Tablets
    • 400 mg pink, oval-shaped, film-coated tablets with "227" on one side (ISENTRESS).
    • 600 mg yellow, oval-shaped, film-coated tablets with corporate logo and "242" on one side and plain on the other side (ISENTRESS HD).
  • Chewable Tablets
    • 100 mg pale orange, oval-shaped, orange-banana flavored, chewable tablets scored on both sides and imprinted on one face with the corporate logo and "477" on opposite sides of the score.
    • 25 mg pale yellow, round, orange-banana flavored, chewable tablets with the corporate logo on one side and "473" on the other side.
  • For Oral Suspension
    • 100 mg white to off-white, banana flavored, granular powder that may contain yellow or beige to tan particles in a child resistant single-use foil packet.
6.2 Postmarketing Experience

The following adverse reactions have been identified during postapproval use of ISENTRESS. Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure.

Blood and Lymphatic System Disorders: thrombocytopenia

Gastrointestinal Disorders: diarrhea

Hepatobiliary Disorders: hepatic failure (with and without associated hypersensitivity) in patients with underlying liver disease and/or concomitant medications

Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue Disorders: rhabdomyolysis

Nervous System Disorders: cerebellar ataxia

Psychiatric Disorders: anxiety, paranoia

8 Use in Specific Populations

Lactation: Women infected with HIV should be instructed not to breastfeed due to the potential for HIV transmission (8.2).

17 Patient Counseling Information

Advise patients to read the FDA-approved patient labeling (Patient Information and Instructions for Use).

2.1 General Dosing Recommendations
  • Because the formulations have different pharmacokinetic profiles, do not substitute ISENTRESS chewable tablets or ISENTRESS for oral suspension for the ISENTRESS 400 mg film-coated tablet or the ISENTRESS HD 600 mg film-coated tablet. See specific dosing guidance for chewable tablets and the formulation for oral suspension.
  • Because the extent to which ISENTRESS may be dialyzable is unknown, dosing before a dialysis session should be avoided [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].
  • ISENTRESS film-coated tablets must be swallowed whole.
  • ISENTRESS chewable tablets may be chewed or swallowed whole. Maximum daily dose is 300 mg taken by mouth twice daily.
  • For children who have difficulty chewing the 25 mg chewable tablet, the tablet may be crushed.
    • Preparation of the crushed 25 mg chewable tablet:
      • Place the tablet(s) in a small, clean cup. For each tablet, add a teaspoonful (~5 mL) of liquid (for example, water, juice, or breast milk).
      • Within 2 minutes, the tablet(s) will absorb the liquid and fall apart.
      • Using a spoon, crush any remaining pieces of the tablet(s). Immediately administer the entire dose orally.
      • If any portion of the dose is left in the cup, add another teaspoonful (~5 mL) of liquid, swirl and administer immediately.
  • ISENTRESS for oral suspension:
    • See Instructions for Use for details on preparation and administration of ISENTRESS for oral suspension.
    • Using the provided mixing cup, combine 10 mL of water and the entire contents of one packet of ISENTRESS for oral suspension and mix. Each single-use packet for oral suspension contains 100 mg of raltegravir which is suspended in 10 mL of water giving a final concentration of 10 mg per mL. Maximum daily dose is 100 mg taken by mouth twice daily.
    • Gently swirl the mixing cup for 45 seconds in a circular motion to mix the powder into a uniform suspension. Do not shake.
    • Once mixed, measure the prescribed dose volume of suspension with a syringe and administer the dose orally. The dose should be administered orally within 30 minutes of mixing.
    • Discard any remaining suspension into the trash.
5.2 Immune Reconstitution Syndrome

Immune reconstitution syndrome has been reported in patients treated with combination antiretroviral therapy, including ISENTRESS. During the initial phase of combination antiretroviral treatment, patients whose immune systems respond may develop an inflammatory response to indolent or residual opportunistic infections (such as Mycobacterium avium infection, cytomegalovirus, Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia, tuberculosis), which may necessitate further evaluation and treatment.

Autoimmune disorders (such as Graves' disease, polymyositis, and Guillain-Barré syndrome) have also been reported to occur in the setting of immune reconstitution; however, the time to onset is more variable, and can occur many months after initiation of treatment.

14.1 Description of Clinical Studies

The evidence of durable efficacy of ISENTRESS 400 mg twice daily is based on the analyses of 240-week data from a randomized, double-blind, active-controlled trial, STARTMRK evaluating ISENTRESS 400 mg twice daily in antiretroviral treatment-naïve HIV-1 infected adult subjects, the analysis of 96-week data from a randomized, double-blind, active-control trial, ONCEMRK evaluating ISENTRESS HD 1200 mg (2 × 600 mg) once daily in treatment-naïve adult subjects, and 96-week data from 2 randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled studies, BENCHMRK 1 and BENCHMRK 2, evaluating ISENTRESS 400 mg twice daily in antiretroviral treatment-experienced HIV-1 infected adult subjects. See Table 18.

Table 18: Trials Conducted with ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD in Subjects with HIV-1 Infection
Trial Study Type Population Study Arms (N) Dose/Formulation Timepoint
STARTMRK Randomized, double-blind, active-controlled Treatment-Naïve Adults ISENTRESS 400 mg Twice Daily (281)

Efavirenz 600 mg At Bedtime (282)

Both in combination with emtricitabine (+) tenofovir disoproxil fumarate
400 mg film-coated tablet Week 240
ONCEMRK Randomized, double-blind, active-controlled Treatment-Naïve Adults ISENTRESS HD 1200 mg Once Daily (531) 600 mg film-coated tablet Week 96
ISENTRESS 400 mg Twice Daily (266)

Both in combination with emtricitabine (+) tenofovir disoproxil fumarate
400 mg film-coated tablet
BENCHMRK 1 Randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled Treatment-Experienced Adults ISENTRESS 400 mg Twice Daily (232)

Placebo (118)

Both in combination with optimized background therapy
400 mg film-coated tablet Week 240 (Week 156 on double-blind plus Week 84 on open-label)
BENCHMRK 2 Randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled Treatment-Experienced Adults ISENTRESS 400 mg Twice Daily (230)

Placebo (119)

Both in combination with optimized background therapy
400 mg film-coated tablet Week 240 (Week 156 on double-blind plus Week 84 on open-label)
IMPAACT P1066 Open-label, non-comparative Pediatric Patients – 4 weeks to 18 years of age

(Treatment-Experienced or Failed Prior PMTCT)
ISENTRESS 400 mg tablet Twice Daily – 12 to 18 years or 6 to <12 years and ≥25 kg (87)

ISENTRESS chewable tablet- Weight-Based Dose to Approximate 6 mg/kg Twice Daily – 2 to <12 years (39)

ISENTRESS for oral suspension- Weight-Based Dose to Approximate 6 mg/kg Twice Daily – 4 weeks to <2 years (26)

In combination with optimized background therapy
400 mg film-coated tablet

25 mg and 100 mg chewable tablet

100 mg sachet for oral suspension
Week 240
16 How Supplied/storage and Handling

ISENTRESS tablets 400 mg are pink, oval-shaped, film-coated tablets with "227" on one side. They are supplied as follows:

  •  
    NDC 0006-0227-61 unit-of-use bottles of 60.

ISENTRESS HD tablets 600 mg are yellow, oval-shaped, film-coated tablets with corporate logo and "242" on one side and plain on the other side. They are supplied as follows:

  •  
    NDC 0006-3080-01 unit-of-use bottles of 60.

ISENTRESS tablets 100 mg are pale orange, oval-shaped, orange-banana flavored, chewable tablets scored on both sides and imprinted on one face with the corporate logo and "477" on opposite sides of the score. They are supplied as follows:

  •  
    NDC 0006-0477-61 unit-of-use bottles of 60.

ISENTRESS tablets 25 mg are pale yellow, round, orange-banana flavored, chewable tablets with the corporate logo on one side and "473" on the other side. They are supplied as follows:

  •  
    NDC 0006-0473-61 unit-of-use bottles of 60.

ISENTRESS for oral suspension 100 mg is a white to off-white granular powder that may contain yellow or beige to tan particles, in child resistant single-use foil packets, packaged as

A kit with two 1 mL syringes, two 3 mL syringes, two 10 mL syringes and two mixing cups. It is supplied as follows:

  •  
    NDC 0006-3603-61 unit of use carton with 60 packets.
  •  
    NDC 0006-3603-01 individual packet.
14.3 Treatment Experienced Adult Subjects

BENCHMRK 1 and BENCHMRK 2 are Phase 3 studies to evaluate the safety and antiretroviral activity of ISENTRESS 400 mg twice daily in combination with an optimized background therapy (OBT), versus OBT alone, in HIV-1-infected subjects, 16 years or older, with documented resistance to at least 1 drug in each of 3 classes (NNRTIs, NRTIs, PIs) of antiretroviral therapies. Randomization was stratified by degree of resistance to PI (1PI vs. >1PI) and the use of enfuvirtide in the OBT. Prior to randomization, OBT was selected by the investigator based on genotypic/phenotypic resistance testing and prior ART history.

Table 20 shows the demographic characteristics of subjects in the group receiving ISENTRESS 400 mg twice daily and subjects in the placebo group.

Table 20: Trials BENCHMRK 1 and BENCHMRK 2 Baseline Characteristics
Randomized Studies

BENCHMRK 1 and BENCHMRK 2
ISENTRESS 400 mg Twice Daily + OBT

(N = 462)
Placebo + OBT

(N = 237)
Gender
Male 88% 89%
Female 12% 11%
Race
White 65% 73%
Black 14% 11%
Asian 3% 3%
Hispanic 11% 8%
Others 6% 5%
Age (years)
Median (min, max) 45 (16 to 74) 45 (17 to 70)
CD4+ Cell Count
Median (min, max), cells/mm3 119 (1 to 792) 123 (0 to 759)
≤50 cells/mm3 32% 33%
>50 and ≤200 cells/mm3 37% 36%
Plasma HIV-1 RNA
Median (min, max), log10 copies/mL 4.8 (2 to 6) 4.7 (2 to 6)
>100,000 copies/mL 36% 33%
History of AIDS
Yes 92% 91%
Prior Use of ART, Median (1st Quartile, 3rd Quartile)
Years of ART Use 10 (7 to 12) 10 (8 to 12)
Number of ART 12 (9 to 15) 12 (9 to 14)
Hepatitis Co-infection
Hepatitis B virus surface antigen positive or hepatitis C virus antibody positive.
No Hepatitis B or C virus 83% 84%
Hepatitis B virus only 8% 3%
Hepatitis C virus only 8% 12%
Co-infection of Hepatitis B and C virus 1% 1%
Stratum
Enfuvirtide in OBT 38% 38%
Resistant to ≥2 PI 97% 95%

Table 21 compares the characteristics of optimized background therapy at baseline in the group receiving ISENTRESS 400 mg twice daily and subjects in the control group.

Table 21: Trials BENCHMRK 1 and BENCHMRK 2 Characteristics of Optimized Background Therapy at Baseline
Randomized Studies

BENCHMRK 1 and BENCHMRK 2
ISENTRESS 400 mg Twice Daily + OBT

(N = 462)
Placebo + OBT

(N = 237)
Number of ARTs in OBT
Median (min, max) 4 (1 to 7) 4 (2 to 7)
Number of Active PI in OBT by Phenotypic Resistance Test
Darunavir use in OBT in darunavir-naïve subjects was counted as one active PI.
0 36% 41%
1 or more 60% 58%
Phenotypic Sensitivity Score (PSS)
The Phenotypic Sensitivity Score (PSS) and the Genotypic Sensitivity Score (GSS) were defined as the total oral ARTs in OBT to which a subject's viral isolate showed phenotypic sensitivity and genotypic sensitivity, respectively, based upon phenotypic and genotypic resistance tests. Enfuvirtide use in OBT in enfuvirtide-naïve subjects was counted as one active drug in OBT in the GSS and PSS. Similarly, darunavir use in OBT in darunavir-naïve subjects was counted as one active drug in OBT.
0 15% 18%
1 31% 30%
2 31% 28%
3 or more 18% 20%
Genotypic Sensitivity Score (GSS)
0 25% 27%
1 38% 40%
2 24% 21%
3 or more 11% 10%

Week 96 outcomes for the 699 subjects randomized and treated with the recommended dose of ISENTRESS 400 mg twice daily or placebo in the pooled BENCHMRK 1 and 2 studies are shown in Table 22.

Table 22: Virologic Outcomes of Randomized Treatment of BENCHMRK 1 and BENCHMRK 2 Trials at 96 Weeks (Pooled Analysis)
ISENTRESS 400 mg Twice Daily + OBT

(N = 462)
Placebo + OBT

(N = 237)
Subjects with HIV-1 RNA less than 50 copies/mL 55% 27%
Virologic Failure
Includes subjects who switched to open-label raltegravir after Week 16 due to the protocol-defined virologic failure, subjects who discontinued prior to Week 96 for lack of efficacy, subjects changed OBT due to lack of efficacy prior to Week 96, or subjects who were ≥50 copies in the 96 week window.
35% 66%
No virologic data at Week 96 Window
Reasons
  Discontinued study due to AE or death
Includes subjects who discontinued due to AE or death at any time point from day 1 through the Week 96 window if this resulted in no virologic data on treatment during the Week 96 window.
3% 3%
  Discontinued study for other reasons
Other includes: withdrew consent, loss to follow-up, moved etc., if the viral load at the time of discontinuation was <50 copies/mL.
4% 4%
  Missing data during window but on study 4% <1%

The mean changes in CD4 count from baseline were 118 cells/mm3 in the group receiving ISENTRESS 400 mg twice daily and 47 cells/mm3 for the control group.

Treatment-emergent CDC Category C events occurred in 4% of the group receiving ISENTRESS 400 mg twice daily and 5% of the control group.

Virologic responses at Week 96 by baseline genotypic and phenotypic sensitivity score are shown in Table 23.

Table 23: Virologic Response at 96 Week Window by Baseline Genotypic/Phenotypic Sensitivity Score
Percent with HIV-1 RNA <50 copies/mL At Week 96
n ISENTRESS 400 mg Twice Daily + OBT

(N = 462)
n Placebo + OBT

(N = 237)
Phenotypic Sensitivity Score (PSS)
The Phenotypic Sensitivity Score (PSS) and the Genotypic Sensitivity Score (GSS) were defined as the total oral ARTs in OBT to which a subject's viral isolate showed phenotypic sensitivity and genotypic sensitivity, respectively, based upon phenotypic and genotypic resistance tests. Enfuvirtide use in OBT in enfuvirtide-naïve subjects was counted as one active drug in OBT in the GSS and PSS. Similarly, darunavir use in OBT in darunavir-naïve subjects was counted as one active drug in OBT.
0 67 43 43 5
1 144 58 71 23
2 142 61 66 32
3 or more 85 48 48 42
Genotypic Sensitivity Score (GSS)
0 116 39 65 5
1 177 62 95 26
2 111 61 49 53
3 or more 51 49 23 35
8.7 Use in Patients With Renal Impairment

No dosage adjustment of ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD is necessary in patients with any degree of renal impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. The extent to which ISENTRESS may be dialyzable is unknown; therefore, dosing before a dialysis session should be avoided.

8.6 Use in Patients With Hepatic Impairment

No dosage adjustment of ISENTRESS is necessary for patients with mild to moderate (Child-Pugh A and B) hepatic impairment. No hepatic impairment study has been conducted with ISENTRESS HD and therefore administration in subjects with hepatic impairment is not recommended. The effect of severe hepatic impairment on the pharmacokinetics of raltegravir has not been studied [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].

Principal Display Panel 600 Mg Bottle Label

NDC 0006-3080-01

Isentress ® HD

(raltegravir) tablets

600 mg

RECOMMENDED DOSAGE: Two tablets once daily.

See Package Insert.

Each tablet contains 651.6 mg raltegravir

potassium, equivalent to

600 mg raltegravir.

Rx only

60 Tablets

5.1 Severe Skin and Hypersensitivity Reactions

Severe, potentially life-threatening, and fatal skin reactions have been reported. These include cases of Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis. Hypersensitivity reactions have also been reported and were characterized by rash, constitutional findings, and sometimes, organ dysfunction, including hepatic failure. Discontinue ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD and other suspect agents immediately if signs or symptoms of severe skin reactions or hypersensitivity reactions develop (including, but not limited to, severe rash or rash accompanied by fever, general malaise, fatigue, muscle or joint aches, blisters, oral lesions, conjunctivitis, facial edema, hepatitis, eosinophilia, angioedema). Clinical status including liver aminotransferases should be monitored and appropriate therapy initiated. Delay in stopping ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD treatment or other suspect agents after the onset of severe rash may result in a life-threatening reaction.

Principal Display Panel 25 Mg Tablet Bottle Label

NDC 0006-0473-61

Isentress®

(raltegravir) CHEWABLE Tablets

25 mg

For Pediatric Use

Phenylketonurics: contains phenylalanine (a component

of aspartame) 0.05 mg per 25 mg chewable tablet.

Rx only

60 Tablets

Principal Display Panel 100 Mg Tablet Bottle Label

NDC 0006-0477-61

Isentress®

(raltegravir) CHEWABLE Tablets

100 mg

For Pediatric Use

Phenylketonurics: contains phenylalanine (a component

of aspartame) 0.10 mg per 100 mg chewable tablet.

Rx only

60 Tablets

Principal Display Panel 400 Mg Tablet Bottle Label

NDC 0006-0227-61

Isentress®

(raltegravir) tablets

400 mg

Each tablet contains 434.4 mg raltegravir

potassium, equivalent to 400 mg raltegravir.

USUAL DOSAGE: See Package Insert.

Rx only

60 Tablets

13.1 Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility

Carcinogenicity studies of raltegravir in mice did not show any carcinogenic potential. At the highest dose levels, 400 mg/kg/day in females and 250 mg/kg/day in males, systemic exposure was 1.8-fold (females) or 1.2-fold (males) greater than the AUC (54 µM∙hr) at the 400-mg twice daily human dose. Treatment-related squamous cell carcinoma of nose/nasopharynx was observed in female rats dosed with 600 mg/kg/day raltegravir for 104 weeks. These tumors were possibly the result of local irritation and inflammation due to local deposition and/or aspiration of drug in the mucosa of the nose/nasopharynx during dosing. No tumors of the nose/nasopharynx were observed in rats dosed with 150 mg/kg/day (males) and 50 mg/kg/day (females) and the systemic exposure in rats was 1.7-fold (males) to 1.4-fold (females) greater than the AUC (54 µM∙hr) at the 400-mg twice daily human dose.

No evidence of mutagenicity or genotoxicity was observed in in vitro microbial mutagenesis (Ames) tests, in vitro alkaline elution assays for DNA breakage, and in vitro and in vivo chromosomal aberration studies.

No effect on fertility was seen in male and female rats at doses up to 600 mg/kg/day which resulted in a 3-fold exposure above the exposure at the recommended human dose.

7.1 Effect of Other Agents On the Pharmacokinetics of Raltegravir

Raltegravir is not a substrate of cytochrome P450 (CYP) enzymes. Based on in vivo and in vitro studies, raltegravir is eliminated mainly by metabolism via a UGT1A1-mediated glucuronidation pathway. Coadministration of ISENTRESS with drugs that inhibit UGT1A1 may increase plasma levels of raltegravir and coadministration of ISENTRESS with drugs that induce UGT1A1, such as rifampin, may reduce plasma levels of raltegravir (see Table 11).

Selected drug interactions are presented in Table 11 [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. In some cases, recommendations differ for ISENTRESS versus ISENTRESS HD.

Table 11: Selected Drug Interactions in Adults
Concomitant Drug Class:

Drug Name
Effect on Concentration of Raltegravir Clinical Comment for ISENTRESS Clinical Comment for ISENTRESS HD
Metal-Containing Antacids
Aluminum and/or magnesium-containing antacids Coadministration or staggered administration is not recommended.
Calcium carbonate antacid No dose adjustment Co-administration is not recommended
Other Agents
Rifampin The recommended dosage is 800 mg twice daily during coadministration with rifampin. There are no data to guide co-administration of ISENTRESS with rifampin in patients below 18 years of age [see Dosage and Administration (2.1)]. Coadministration is not recommended.
Tipranavir/ritonavir No dose adjustment Coadministration is not recommended
Etravirine No dose adjustment Coadministration is not recommended.
Strong inducers of drug metabolizing enzymes not mentioned above e.g., Carbamazepine

Phenobarbital

Phenytoin
↓↔ The impact of other strong inducers of drug metabolizing enzymes on raltegravir is unknown. Coadministration is not recommended.

Structured Label Content

Section 42229-5 (42229-5)

Adult Patients:

ISENTRESS® and ISENTRESS® HD are indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV-1) infection in adult patients.

Section 42230-3 (42230-3)
PATIENT INFORMATION
This Patient Information has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Revised May 2022
ISENTRESS® (eye sen tris)

(raltegravir)

film-coated tablets
ISENTRESS® (eye sen tris)

(raltegravir)

chewable tablets
ISENTRESS® HD (eye sen tris HD)

(raltegravir)

film-coated tablets
ISENTRESS® (eye sen tris)

(raltegravir)

for oral suspension
What are ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD?
ISENTRESS is a prescription medicine used with other HIV-1 medicines to treat Human Immunodeficiency Virus-1 (HIV-1) infection in adults, and in children weighing at least 4.4 pounds (2 kg). HIV is the virus that causes AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome).
ISENTRESS HD is a prescription medicine used with other HIV-1 medicines to treat HIV-1 infection in adults, and in children weighing at least 88 pounds (40 kg).

ISENTRESS should not be used in children who weigh less than 4.4 pounds (2 kg).
Before you take ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD, tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions, including if you:
  • have liver problems
  • have a history of a muscle disorder called rhabdomyolysis or myopathy
  • have increased levels of creatine kinase in your blood
  • have phenylketonuria (PKU). ISENTRESS chewable tablets contain phenylalanine as part of the artificial sweetener, aspartame. The artificial sweetener may be harmful to people with PKU.
  • receive kidney dialysis treatment
  • are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD can harm your unborn baby.

    Pregnancy Registry: There is a pregnancy registry for women who take ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD during pregnancy. The purpose of this registry is to collect information about the health of you and your baby. Talk to your doctor about how you can take part in this registry.
  • are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. Do not breastfeed if you take ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD.
    • You should not breastfeed if you have HIV-1 because of the risk of passing HIV-1 to your baby.
    • It is not known if ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD can pass into your breast milk.
    • Talk with your doctor about the best way to feed your baby.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Some medicines interact with ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD.
  • Keep a list of your medicines to show your doctor and pharmacist.
  • You can ask your doctor or pharmacist for a list of medicines that interact with ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD.
  • Do not start taking a new medicine without telling your doctor. Your doctor can tell you if it is safe to take ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD with other medicines.
How should I take ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD?
  • Take ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
  • Do not change your dose of ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD or stop your treatment without talking with your doctor first.
  • Stay under the care of your doctor during treatment with ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD.
  • ISENTRESS film-coated tablets and ISENTRESS HD film-coated tablets must be swallowed whole.
  • ISENTRESS chewable tablets may be chewed or swallowed whole.

    For children who have trouble chewing the 25 mg chewable tablet, the tablet may be crushed and given as follows:
    • Place the tablet(s) in a small, clean cup. For each tablet, add about 1 teaspoonful (5 mL) of liquid (for example, water, juice, or breast milk).
    • Within 2 minutes, the tablet(s) will fall apart in the liquid.
    • Using a spoon, crush any remaining pieces of the tablet(s). Give the child the entire mixture to swallow right away.
    • If any of the dose is left in the cup, add another teaspoonful (5 mL) of liquid, swirl and give to the child right away.
  • Do not switch between the film-coated tablet, the chewable tablet, or the oral suspension without talking with your doctor first.
  • Do not switch between the ISENTRESS 400 mg film-coated tablet and the ISENTRESS HD 600 mg film-coated tablet if your prescribed dose is 1200 mg.
  • Do not run out of ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD. The virus in your blood may increase and the virus may become harder to treat. Get a refill of your ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD from your doctor or pharmacy before you run out.
  • Take ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD on a regular dosing schedule as instructed by your doctor. Do not miss doses.
  • If you take too much ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD, call your doctor or go to the nearest hospital emergency room right away.

If ISENTRESS for oral suspension is prescribed for your child, be sure to read the following information:

  • Before giving the first dose of ISENTRESS for oral suspension, read the Instructions for Use booklet that comes with ISENTRESS for oral suspension for information about the correct way to mix and give a dose of ISENTRESS for oral suspension to your child. Keep the booklet and follow it each time you prepare the medicine. Bring this booklet to your child's appointments.
  • Make sure your doctor shows you how to mix and give the right dose of ISENTRESS for oral suspension to your child. If you have questions about how to mix or give ISENTRESS for oral suspension, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.
  • Give the dose of ISENTRESS for oral suspension within 30 minutes of mixing.
  • If your child does not take all of the prescribed dose or spits some of it out, call your doctor to find out what to do.
  • Your child's dose will change over time. Make sure you follow your doctor's instructions. Your doctor will tell you if and when to stop giving ISENTRESS to your child.
What are the possible side effects of ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD?
ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD can cause serious side effects including:
  • Severe skin reactions and allergic reactions. Some people who take ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD develop severe skin reactions and allergic reactions that can be serious, and may be life-threatening or lead to death.
    • If you develop a rash, call your doctor right away.
    • If you develop a rash with any of the following symptoms, stop using ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD and call your doctor or get medical help right away:
  • fever
  • generally ill feeling
  • extreme tiredness
  • muscle or joint aches
  • blisters or sores in mouth
  • blisters or peeling of the skin
  • redness or swelling of the eyes
  • swelling of the mouth, lips, or face
  • problems breathing
Sometimes allergic reactions can affect body organs, such as your liver. Call your doctor right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms of liver problems:
  • yellowing of your skin or whites of your eyes
  • dark or tea colored urine
  • pale colored stools (bowel movements)
  • nausea or vomiting
  • loss of appetite
  • pain, aching, or tenderness on the right side of your stomach area
  • Changes in your immune system (Immune Reconstitution Syndrome) can happen when you start taking HIV-1 medicines. Your immune system may get stronger and begin to fight infections that have been hidden in your body for a long time. Tell your doctor right away if you start having new symptoms after starting your HIV-1 medicine.
The most common side effects of ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD include:
  • trouble sleeping
  • headache
  • dizziness
  • nausea
  • tiredness
Less common side effects of ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD include:
  • depression
  • hepatitis
  • genital herpes
  • herpes zoster including shingles
  • kidney failure
  • kidney stones
  • indigestion or stomach area pain
  • vomiting
  • suicidal thoughts and actions
  • weakness
Tell your doctor right away if you get unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness during treatment with ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD. These may be signs of a rare serious muscle problem that can lead to kidney problems.
These are not all the possible side effects of ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
How should I store ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD?
ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD film-coated tablets:
  • Store ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD film-coated tablets at room temperature between 68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C).
  • Store ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD film-coated tablets in the original package with the bottle tightly closed.
  • Keep the drying agent (desiccant) in the ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD bottle to protect from moisture.
ISENTRESS chewable tablets:
  • Store ISENTRESS chewable tablets at room temperature between 68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C).
  • Store ISENTRESS chewable tablets in the original package with the bottle tightly closed.
  • Keep the drying agent (desiccant) in the bottle to protect from moisture.
ISENTRESS for oral suspension:
  • Store ISENTRESS for oral suspension at room temperature between 68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C).
  • Store in the original container. Do not open the foil packet until ready for use.
Keep ISENTRESS and all medicines out of the reach of children.
General information about the safe and effective use of ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD
Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a Patient Information Leaflet.
Do not use ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD for a condition for which it was not prescribed. Do not give ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD to other people, even if they have the same symptoms that you have. It may harm them. You can ask your doctor or pharmacist for information about ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD that is written for health professionals.
What are the ingredients in ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD?
ISENTRESS 400 mg film-coated tablets:
Active ingredient: raltegravir
Inactive ingredients: calcium phosphate dibasic anhydrous, hypromellose 2208, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, poloxamer 407 (contains 0.01% butylated hydroxytoluene as antioxidant), sodium stearyl fumarate.
The film coating contains: black iron oxide, polyethylene glycol 3350, polyvinyl alcohol, red iron oxide, talc and titanium dioxide.
ISENTRESS HD 600 mg film-coated tablets:
Active ingredient: raltegravir
Inactive ingredients: croscarmellose sodium, hypromellose 2910, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose.
The film coating contains: ferrosoferric oxide, hypromellose 2910, iron oxide yellow, lactose monohydrate, triacetin and titanium dioxide.
The tablet may also contain trace amount of carnauba wax.
ISENTRESS chewable tablets:
Active ingredient: raltegravir
Inactive ingredients: ammonium hydroxide, crospovidone, ethylcellulose 20 cP, fructose, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose 2910/6cP, magnesium stearate, mannitol, medium chain triglycerides, monoammonium glycyrrhizinate, natural and artificial flavors (orange, banana, and masking that contains aspartame), oleic acid, PEG 400, saccharin sodium, sodium citrate dihydrate, sodium stearyl fumarate, sorbitol, sucralose and yellow iron oxide. The 100 mg chewable tablet also contains red iron oxide.
ISENTRESS for oral suspension:
Active ingredient: raltegravir
Inactive ingredients: ammonium hydroxide, banana with other natural flavors, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, crospovidone, ethylcellulose 20 cP, fructose, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose 2910/6cP, macrogol/PEG 400, magnesium stearate, maltodextrin, mannitol, medium chain triglycerides, microcrystalline cellulose, monoammonium glycyrrhizinate, oleic acid, sorbitol, sucralose and sucrose.
Distributed by: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC

Rahway, NJ 07065, USA
For patent information: www.msd.com/research/patent
Copyright © 2007-2022 Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, and its affiliates. All rights reserved.
usppi-mk0518-mf-2205r030

For more information go to www.ISENTRESS.com or call 1-800-622-4477.
Section 44425-7 (44425-7)

Storage and Handling

Section 51945-4 (51945-4)

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 100 mg Packet Carton

NDC 0006-3603-61

Isentress ®

(raltegravir)

For Oral Suspension

100 mg

For Pediatric Use

For Oral Administration Only

Each packet contains 108.6 mg raltegravir potassium, equivalent to 100 mg raltegravir.

Rx only

60 packets

Multi-Dose Kit

DIRECTIONS FOR USE:

See instructions for use

booklet and package insert

for additional information.

Section 59845-8 (59845-8)

Bring this booklet to your child's appointments.

ISENTRESS (raltegravir)

for oral suspension

Instructions for Use

for babies and toddlers

Before You Start

Note: Make sure your doctor shows you how to prepare and give ISENTRESS for oral suspension.
  • Be sure you understand these instructions before you start. Call your doctor if you have any questions.
  • It is very important that you measure the water and ISENTRESS carefully using the correct syringe.
  • Before you give ISENTRESS to your child, check the expiration date. The expiration date is printed on the box and the ISENTRESS packets.
  • Do not open the ISENTRESS packets until you are ready to mix a dose.
  • The amount of ISENTRESS depends on your child's age and weight, so it will change over time.

    Your doctor will tell you the right dose at each check-up after weighing your child.

    Be sure to keep your doctor's appointments so you get new dosing information as your child grows.

    During your child's first week of life, you will give ISENTRESS 1 time a day. After the first week of life, you will give it 2 times a day.
  • This booklet tells you how to:
    • Mix ISENTRESS into a liquid form
    • Measure the right dose using a syringe
    • Give mixed ISENTRESS to your child
    • Clean up

Kit Contents

  • Prescription (on box)
  • 2 mixing cups
  • Instructions for Use (this booklet)
  • Prescribing Information
  • 6 syringes
  • 60 packets of ISENTRESS
2 blue (10mL) syringes 2 green (3mL) syringes 2 white (1mL) syringes

The kit has an extra cup and set of syringes in case one is lost or damaged.

Do not use any damaged cups or syringes.

Step 1. Get ready

  • Put your child in a safe place. You will need both hands to prepare ISENTRESS.
  • Wash your hands with soap and water.
  • Take out what you need from the kit as shown below to make 1 dose and place on a clean surface:
1 mixing cup

(Using the tab on the mixing cup, pull open the lid)
1 packet of ISENTRESS a clean glass 3 syringes

(Have one of each size ready, but you will only need 1 or 2, depending on the prescribed dose)

Step 2. Fill a clean glass with water

Fill a clean glass with room-temperature drinking water from your sink or use bottled water.

Step 3. Fill the blue syringe with water

Push the plunger of the blue syringe into the syringe as far as it goes.
Put the tip of the syringe into the glass of water. Pull back the plunger to draw up water into the syringe. Stop when you get to the 10mL mark.

Step 4. Check for air bubbles

Hold the syringe with tip up. Tap it with your finger to move any air bubbles up towards the tip.



Slowly push up on the plunger to make the air come out. You may see some drops of water come out.






Re-check the amount of water in the syringe. If it is less than 10mL, put the tip back into the water and pull back on the plunger until you get to the 10mL mark.

Step 5. Add the 10mL of water to the mixing cup

Add the 10 mL of water from the syringe to the mixing cup by pushing all the way down on the plunger.

Step 6. Add ISENTRESS to the mixing cup

Note before adding ISENTRESS:

Make sure you and your child are ready! After mixing ISENTRESS, use it within 30 minutes. Throw away any leftover ISENTRESS after you have given the dose to your child.

Take 1 packet of ISENTRESS and shake the powder to the bottom of the packet.
Tear or cut open the packet at the dotted line and add all of the powder to the water in the mixing cup. Make sure the packet is completely empty.

Step 7. Mix ISENTRESS and water

Snap the lid of the mixing cup shut.



Gently swirl the mixing cup for 45 seconds in a circular motion to mix the powder and water. Use a clock or timer to time for 45 seconds. Do not shake the mixture.
Check to make sure the powder is mixed. If it is not mixed, swirl it some more. The mixture should look cloudy.

Step 8. Check your prescription

Find the dose amount in 'mL' prescribed by your doctor. This is written on the prescription label on the box from your pharmacy.

Remember that the dose may change each time you go to the doctor, so make sure you check the prescribed dose each time. Be sure to go to all of your doctor's appointments so your child gets the right dose!

Step 9. Choose the syringe you need

Your doctor will prescribe the dose in milliliters (mL). Choose the right syringe for your child's dose:

WHITE

(1mL) for 1mL

or less

GREEN

(3mL)

for 1.5mL

to 3mL
BLUE

(10mL)

for 3.5mL

to 10mL

Then find the mL mark on the syringe that matches your child's dose.

Step 10. Measure ISENTRESS

Push the plunger into the barrel of the syringe as far as it goes.
Put the tip of the syringe into the cup of the mixed ISENTRESS and pull back on the plunger.



Stop when you get to the line that matches your child's prescribed dose.
IMPORTANT:
  • Your child's dose may be different from the one shown in this figure.
  • There will usually be some leftover mixed ISENTRESS in the mixing cup.

Step 11. Check for air bubbles

Hold the syringe with tip up. Tap it with your finger to move any air bubbles up towards the tip.



Slowly push the plunger to make the air come out. You may see some drops of medicine come out.
Re-check the amount of ISENTRESS in the syringe. If it is less than the prescribed dose, put the tip back into the cup of mixed ISENTRESS and pull back on the plunger until you get to the right dose mark.

Step 12. Give ISENTRESS to your child

Place the tip of the syringe inside your child's mouth so that it touches either the right or left cheek.

Slowly push in the plunger to give the dose of mixed ISENTRESS to your child. If your child fusses, take the tip of the syringe out of the mouth and try again. It is important that your child takes all of the prescribed dose (a little left in the syringe tip is OK).

IMPORTANT:

If your child does not take all of the prescribed dose or spits some of it out, call your doctor to find out what to do.

Step 13. Clean up

Pour the leftover mixed ISENTRESS into the trash.

Do not pour it into the sink.

Pull the plungers out of any syringes you used.

Hand wash the syringes, plungers, and mixing cup with warm water and dish soap. Do not wash in the dishwasher.

Rinse with water and let air dry.



Put everything in a clean, dry place.

How should I store ISENTRESS?

Store the ISENTRESS for oral suspension kit at room temperature between 68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C).

Store in the original container.

Keep ISENTRESS and all medicines out of the reach of children.

Be sure to keep your doctor's appointments so you always know how much ISENTRESS to give to your child.

For more information, go to www.ISENTRESS.com or call 1-800-622-4477.

2.2 Adults

The recommended adult dosage of ISENTRESS film-coated tablets is displayed in Table 1. ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD should be taken by mouth and may be taken with or without food [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].

Table 1: Dosing Recommendations for ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD in Adult Patients
Population Recommended Dose
Treatment-naïve patients or patients who are virologically suppressed on an initial regimen of ISENTRESS 400 mg twice daily 1200 mg (2 × 600 mg) once daily

or

400 mg twice daily
Treatment-experienced 400 mg twice daily
Treatment-naïve or treatment-experienced when coadministered with rifampin [see Drug Interactions (7.1)] 800 mg (2 × 400 mg) twice daily
10 Overdosage (10 OVERDOSAGE)

In the event of an overdose, it is reasonable to employ the standard supportive measures, e.g., remove unabsorbed material from the gastrointestinal tract, employ clinical monitoring (including obtaining an electrocardiogram), and institute supportive therapy if required. The extent to which ISENTRESS may be dialyzable is unknown.

11 Description (11 DESCRIPTION)

ISENTRESS contains raltegravir potassium, a human immunodeficiency virus integrase strand transfer inhibitor. The chemical name for raltegravir potassium is N-[(4-Fluorophenyl) methyl]-1,6-dihydro-5-hydroxy-1-methyl-2-[1-methyl-1-[[(5-methyl-1,3,4-oxadiazol-2-yl)carbonyl]amino]ethyl]-6-oxo-4-pyrimidinecarboxamide monopotassium salt.

The empirical formula is C20H20FKN6O5 and the molecular weight is 482.51. The structural formula is:

Raltegravir potassium is a white to off-white powder. It is soluble in water, slightly soluble in methanol, very slightly soluble in ethanol and acetonitrile and insoluble in isopropanol.

Each 400 mg film-coated tablet of ISENTRESS for oral administration contains 434.4 mg of raltegravir (as potassium salt), equivalent to 400 mg of raltegravir free phenol and the following inactive ingredients: calcium phosphate dibasic anhydrous, hypromellose 2208, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, poloxamer 407 (contains 0.01% butylated hydroxytoluene as antioxidant), sodium stearyl fumarate. In addition, the film coating contains the following inactive ingredients: black iron oxide, polyethylene glycol 3350, polyvinyl alcohol, red iron oxide, talc and titanium dioxide.

Each 600 mg film-coated tablet of ISENTRESS HD for oral administration contains 651.6 mg of raltegravir (as potassium salt), equivalent to 600 mg of raltegravir free phenol and the following inactive ingredients: croscarmellose sodium, hypromellose 2910, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose. The film coating contains the following inactive ingredients: ferrosoferric oxide, hypromellose 2910, iron oxide yellow, lactose monohydrate, triacetin and titanium dioxide. The tablet may also contain trace amount of carnauba wax.

Each 100 mg chewable tablet of ISENTRESS for oral administration contains 108.6 mg of raltegravir (as potassium salt), equivalent to 100 mg of raltegravir free phenol and the following inactive ingredients: ammonium hydroxide, crospovidone, ethylcellulose 20 cP, fructose, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose 2910/6cP, magnesium stearate, mannitol, medium chain triglycerides, monoammonium glycyrrhizinate, natural and artificial flavors (orange, banana, and masking that contains aspartame), oleic acid, PEG 400, red iron oxide, saccharin sodium, sodium citrate dihydrate, sodium stearyl fumarate, sorbitol, sucralose and yellow iron oxide.

Each 25 mg chewable tablet of ISENTRESS for oral administration contains 27.16 mg of raltegravir (as potassium salt), equivalent to 25 mg of raltegravir free phenol and the following inactive ingredients: ammonium hydroxide, crospovidone, ethylcellulose 20 cP, fructose, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose 2910/6cP, magnesium stearate, mannitol, medium chain triglycerides, monoammonium glycyrrhizinate, natural and artificial flavors (orange, banana, and masking that contains aspartame), oleic acid, PEG 400, saccharin sodium, sodium citrate dihydrate, sodium stearyl fumarate, sorbitol, sucralose and yellow iron oxide.

Each packet of ISENTRESS for oral suspension 100 mg, contains 108.6 mg of raltegravir (as potassium salt), equivalent to 100 mg of raltegravir free phenol and the following inactive ingredients: ammonium hydroxide, banana with other natural flavors, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, crospovidone, ethylcellulose 20 cP, fructose, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose 2910/6cP, macrogol/PEG 400, magnesium stearate, maltodextrin, mannitol, medium chain triglycerides, microcrystalline cellulose, monoammonium glycyrrhizinate, oleic acid, sorbitol, sucralose and sucrose.

2.3 Pediatrics

The recommended pediatric dosage of ISENTRESS is displayed in Table 2. ISENTRESS film-coated tablets, chewable tablets and for oral suspension should be taken by mouth and may be taken with or without food [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].

Table 2: Dosing Recommendations for ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD in Pediatric Patients
Recommended Pediatric Dosage and Formulation
Population/Weight Film-Coated Tablets 400 mg Film-Coated Tablets 600 mg Chewable Tablets 100 mg and 25 mg For Oral Suspension 100 mg
If at least 40 kg and either:
  • treatment-naïve or
  • virologically suppressed on an initial regimen of ISENTRESS 400 mg twice daily
400 mg twice daily 1200 mg (2 × 600 mg) once daily 300 mg twice daily (see Table 3) NA
If at least 25 kg 400 mg twice daily
If able to swallow a tablet
NA Weight-based dosing twice daily (see Table 3) NA
If at least 4 weeks of age and weighing 3 kg to less than 25 kg NA NA Weight-based dosing twice daily (see Table 4) Weight-based dosing twice daily up to 20 kg (see Table 4)
From birth to 4 weeks (28 days) weighing at least 2 kg NA NA NA Weight-based dosing once daily or twice daily (see Table 5)
Table 3: Alternative Dosage
The weight-based dosing recommendation for the chewable tablet is based on approximately 6 mg/kg/dose twice daily [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].
with ISENTRESS Chewable Tablets for Pediatric Patients Weighing at Least 25 kg
Body Weight

(kg)
Dose Number of 100 mg Chewable Tablets
25 to less than 28 150 mg twice daily 1.5 × 100 mg
The 100 mg chewable tablet can be divided into equal halves.
twice daily
28 to less than 40 200 mg twice daily 2 × 100 mg twice daily
At least 40 300 mg twice daily 3 × 100 mg twice daily
Table 4: Recommended Dosage
The weight-based dosing recommendation for the chewable tablet and oral suspension is based on approximately 6 mg/kg/dose twice daily [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].
for ISENTRESS For Oral Suspension and Chewable Tablets in Pediatric Patients at Least 4 Weeks of Age and Weighing at Least 3 kg and Less than 25 kg
Body Weight

(kg)
Volume (Dose) of Suspension to be Administered Number of Chewable Tablets
The chewable tablets are available as 25 mg and 100 mg tablets.
3 to less than 4 2.5 mL (25 mg) twice daily 1 × 25 mg twice daily
May be administered as a crushed tablet(s); see General Dosing Recommendations (2.1) for guidance.
4 to less than 6 3 mL (30 mg) twice daily  
6 to less than 8 4 mL (40 mg) twice daily 2 × 25 mg twice daily
8 to less than 10 6 mL (60 mg) twice daily  
10 to less than 14 8 mL (80 mg) twice daily 3 × 25 mg twice daily
14 to less than 20 10 mL (100 mg) twice daily 1 × 100 mg twice daily
20 to less than 25 Not applicable 1.5 × 100 mg
The 100 mg chewable tablet can be divided into equal halves.
twice daily
  • For full-term neonates (birth to 4 weeks [28 days] of age): Weight-based dosing of the oral suspension as specified in Table 5.
  • No data are available in pre-term neonates. The use of ISENTRESS is not recommended in pre-term neonates.
Table 5: Recommended Dose for ISENTRESS For Oral Suspension in Full-Term Neonates (Birth to 4 Weeks [28 days] of Age)
Body Weight

(kg)
Volume (Dose) of Suspension to be Administered
Note: If the mother has taken ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD 2-24 hours before delivery, the neonate's first dose should be given between 24-48 hours after birth.
Birth to 1 Week - Once daily dosing
The dosing recommendations are based on approximately 1.5 mg/kg/dose.
2 to less than 3 0.4 mL (4 mg) once daily
3 to less than 4 0.5 mL (5 mg) once daily
4 to less than 5 0.7 mL (7 mg) once daily
1 to 4 Weeks - Twice daily dosing
The dosing recommendations are based on approximately 3 mg/kg/dose.
2 to less than 3 0.8 mL (8 mg) twice daily
3 to less than 4 1 mL (10 mg) twice daily
4 to less than 5 1.5 mL (15 mg) twice daily
8.5 Geriatric Use

Clinical studies of ISENTRESS/ISENTRESS HD did not include sufficient numbers of subjects aged 65 and over to determine whether they respond differently from younger subjects. Other reported clinical experience has not identified differences in responses between the elderly and younger subjects. In general, dose selection for an elderly patient should be cautious, reflecting the greater frequency of decreased hepatic, renal, or cardiac function, and of concomitant disease or other drug therapy.

4 Contraindications (4 CONTRAINDICATIONS)

None

6 Adverse Reactions (6 ADVERSE REACTIONS)

Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice.

7 Drug Interactions (7 DRUG INTERACTIONS)
  • Coadministration of ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD and other drugs may alter the plasma concentration of raltegravir. The potential for drug-drug interactions must be considered prior to and during therapy (7).
  • Coadministration of ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD with drugs that are strong inducers of UGT1A1, such as rifampin, may result in reduced plasma concentrations of raltegravir (2.1, 7.1).
5.3 Phenylketonurics

ISENTRESS Chewable Tablets contain phenylalanine, a component of aspartame. Each 25 mg ISENTRESS Chewable Tablet contains approximately 0.05 mg phenylalanine. Each 100 mg ISENTRESS Chewable Tablet contains approximately 0.10 mg phenylalanine. Phenylalanine can be harmful to patients with phenylketonuria.

12.2 Pharmacodynamics

In a monotherapy study raltegravir (400 mg twice daily) demonstrated rapid antiviral activity with mean viral load reduction of 1.66 log10 copies/mL by day 10.

1 Indications and Usage (1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE)

Adult Patients:

ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD are human immunodeficiency virus integrase strand transfer inhibitors (HIV-1 INSTI) indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in adult patients (1).

Pediatric Patients:

ISENTRESS is indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in pediatric patients weighing at least 2 kg (1).

ISENTRESS HD is indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in pediatric patients weighing at least 40 kg (1).

12.1 Mechanism of Action

Raltegravir is an HIV-1 antiviral drug [see Microbiology (12.4)].

5 Warnings and Precautions (5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS)
  • Severe, potentially life-threatening and fatal skin reactions have been reported. This includes cases of Stevens-Johnson syndrome, hypersensitivity reaction and toxic epidermal necrolysis. Immediately discontinue treatment with ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD and other suspect agents if severe hypersensitivity, severe rash, or rash with systemic symptoms or liver aminotransferase elevations develops and monitor clinical status, including liver aminotransferases closely (5.1).
  • Monitor for Immune Reconstitution Syndrome (5.2).
  • Inform patients with phenylketonuria that the 100 mg and 25 mg chewable tablets contain phenylalanine (5.3).
2 Dosage and Administration (2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION)

ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD can be administered with or without food (2.1).

Do not substitute ISENTRESS chewable tablets or ISENTRESS for oral suspension for the ISENTRESS 400 mg or 600 mg film-coated tablet.

See specific dosing guidance for chewable tablets and the formulation for oral suspension (2.1).

Adults

  • Treatment-naïve patients or patients who are virologically suppressed on an initial regimen of ISENTRESS 400 mg twice daily:
    • 1200 mg (2 × 600 mg) film-coated tablet orally, once daily or
    • 400 mg film-coated tablet orally, twice daily (2.2).
  • Treatment-experienced patients:
    • 400 mg film-coated tablet orally, twice daily (2.2).
  • During coadministration with rifampin in adults, 800 mg (2 × 400 mg) twice daily (2.2).

Pediatrics

  • If weighing at least 40 kg, and either
    • treatment-naïve patients or
    • patients who are virologically suppressed on an initial regimen of ISENTRESS 400 mg twice daily:
      • 1200 mg (2 × 600 mg) film-coated tablet orally, once daily or
      • 400 mg film-coated tablet orally, twice daily or
      • 300 mg (3 × 100 mg) chewable tablets, twice daily (2.3).
  • If weighing at least 25 kg: One 400 mg film-coated tablet orally, twice daily. If unable to swallow a tablet, consider the chewable tablet, as specified in Table 2 (2.3).
  • If weighing at least 3 kg to less than 25 kg: Weight-based dosing using the chewable tablet or oral suspension, as specified in Table 4 (2.3).
  • For neonates (birth to 4 weeks [28 days] of age): Weight-based dosing of the oral suspension as specified in Table 5 (2.3).
3 Dosage Forms and Strengths (3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS)
  • Film-coated Tablets
    • 400 mg pink, oval-shaped, film-coated tablets with "227" on one side (ISENTRESS).
    • 600 mg yellow, oval-shaped, film-coated tablets with corporate logo and "242" on one side and plain on the other side (ISENTRESS HD).
  • Chewable Tablets
    • 100 mg pale orange, oval-shaped, orange-banana flavored, chewable tablets scored on both sides and imprinted on one face with the corporate logo and "477" on opposite sides of the score.
    • 25 mg pale yellow, round, orange-banana flavored, chewable tablets with the corporate logo on one side and "473" on the other side.
  • For Oral Suspension
    • 100 mg white to off-white, banana flavored, granular powder that may contain yellow or beige to tan particles in a child resistant single-use foil packet.
6.2 Postmarketing Experience

The following adverse reactions have been identified during postapproval use of ISENTRESS. Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure.

Blood and Lymphatic System Disorders: thrombocytopenia

Gastrointestinal Disorders: diarrhea

Hepatobiliary Disorders: hepatic failure (with and without associated hypersensitivity) in patients with underlying liver disease and/or concomitant medications

Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue Disorders: rhabdomyolysis

Nervous System Disorders: cerebellar ataxia

Psychiatric Disorders: anxiety, paranoia

8 Use in Specific Populations (8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS)

Lactation: Women infected with HIV should be instructed not to breastfeed due to the potential for HIV transmission (8.2).

17 Patient Counseling Information (17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION)

Advise patients to read the FDA-approved patient labeling (Patient Information and Instructions for Use).

2.1 General Dosing Recommendations
  • Because the formulations have different pharmacokinetic profiles, do not substitute ISENTRESS chewable tablets or ISENTRESS for oral suspension for the ISENTRESS 400 mg film-coated tablet or the ISENTRESS HD 600 mg film-coated tablet. See specific dosing guidance for chewable tablets and the formulation for oral suspension.
  • Because the extent to which ISENTRESS may be dialyzable is unknown, dosing before a dialysis session should be avoided [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].
  • ISENTRESS film-coated tablets must be swallowed whole.
  • ISENTRESS chewable tablets may be chewed or swallowed whole. Maximum daily dose is 300 mg taken by mouth twice daily.
  • For children who have difficulty chewing the 25 mg chewable tablet, the tablet may be crushed.
    • Preparation of the crushed 25 mg chewable tablet:
      • Place the tablet(s) in a small, clean cup. For each tablet, add a teaspoonful (~5 mL) of liquid (for example, water, juice, or breast milk).
      • Within 2 minutes, the tablet(s) will absorb the liquid and fall apart.
      • Using a spoon, crush any remaining pieces of the tablet(s). Immediately administer the entire dose orally.
      • If any portion of the dose is left in the cup, add another teaspoonful (~5 mL) of liquid, swirl and administer immediately.
  • ISENTRESS for oral suspension:
    • See Instructions for Use for details on preparation and administration of ISENTRESS for oral suspension.
    • Using the provided mixing cup, combine 10 mL of water and the entire contents of one packet of ISENTRESS for oral suspension and mix. Each single-use packet for oral suspension contains 100 mg of raltegravir which is suspended in 10 mL of water giving a final concentration of 10 mg per mL. Maximum daily dose is 100 mg taken by mouth twice daily.
    • Gently swirl the mixing cup for 45 seconds in a circular motion to mix the powder into a uniform suspension. Do not shake.
    • Once mixed, measure the prescribed dose volume of suspension with a syringe and administer the dose orally. The dose should be administered orally within 30 minutes of mixing.
    • Discard any remaining suspension into the trash.
5.2 Immune Reconstitution Syndrome

Immune reconstitution syndrome has been reported in patients treated with combination antiretroviral therapy, including ISENTRESS. During the initial phase of combination antiretroviral treatment, patients whose immune systems respond may develop an inflammatory response to indolent or residual opportunistic infections (such as Mycobacterium avium infection, cytomegalovirus, Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia, tuberculosis), which may necessitate further evaluation and treatment.

Autoimmune disorders (such as Graves' disease, polymyositis, and Guillain-Barré syndrome) have also been reported to occur in the setting of immune reconstitution; however, the time to onset is more variable, and can occur many months after initiation of treatment.

14.1 Description of Clinical Studies

The evidence of durable efficacy of ISENTRESS 400 mg twice daily is based on the analyses of 240-week data from a randomized, double-blind, active-controlled trial, STARTMRK evaluating ISENTRESS 400 mg twice daily in antiretroviral treatment-naïve HIV-1 infected adult subjects, the analysis of 96-week data from a randomized, double-blind, active-control trial, ONCEMRK evaluating ISENTRESS HD 1200 mg (2 × 600 mg) once daily in treatment-naïve adult subjects, and 96-week data from 2 randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled studies, BENCHMRK 1 and BENCHMRK 2, evaluating ISENTRESS 400 mg twice daily in antiretroviral treatment-experienced HIV-1 infected adult subjects. See Table 18.

Table 18: Trials Conducted with ISENTRESS and ISENTRESS HD in Subjects with HIV-1 Infection
Trial Study Type Population Study Arms (N) Dose/Formulation Timepoint
STARTMRK Randomized, double-blind, active-controlled Treatment-Naïve Adults ISENTRESS 400 mg Twice Daily (281)

Efavirenz 600 mg At Bedtime (282)

Both in combination with emtricitabine (+) tenofovir disoproxil fumarate
400 mg film-coated tablet Week 240
ONCEMRK Randomized, double-blind, active-controlled Treatment-Naïve Adults ISENTRESS HD 1200 mg Once Daily (531) 600 mg film-coated tablet Week 96
ISENTRESS 400 mg Twice Daily (266)

Both in combination with emtricitabine (+) tenofovir disoproxil fumarate
400 mg film-coated tablet
BENCHMRK 1 Randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled Treatment-Experienced Adults ISENTRESS 400 mg Twice Daily (232)

Placebo (118)

Both in combination with optimized background therapy
400 mg film-coated tablet Week 240 (Week 156 on double-blind plus Week 84 on open-label)
BENCHMRK 2 Randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled Treatment-Experienced Adults ISENTRESS 400 mg Twice Daily (230)

Placebo (119)

Both in combination with optimized background therapy
400 mg film-coated tablet Week 240 (Week 156 on double-blind plus Week 84 on open-label)
IMPAACT P1066 Open-label, non-comparative Pediatric Patients – 4 weeks to 18 years of age

(Treatment-Experienced or Failed Prior PMTCT)
ISENTRESS 400 mg tablet Twice Daily – 12 to 18 years or 6 to <12 years and ≥25 kg (87)

ISENTRESS chewable tablet- Weight-Based Dose to Approximate 6 mg/kg Twice Daily – 2 to <12 years (39)

ISENTRESS for oral suspension- Weight-Based Dose to Approximate 6 mg/kg Twice Daily – 4 weeks to <2 years (26)

In combination with optimized background therapy
400 mg film-coated tablet

25 mg and 100 mg chewable tablet

100 mg sachet for oral suspension
Week 240
16 How Supplied/storage and Handling (16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING)

ISENTRESS tablets 400 mg are pink, oval-shaped, film-coated tablets with "227" on one side. They are supplied as follows:

  •  
    NDC 0006-0227-61 unit-of-use bottles of 60.

ISENTRESS HD tablets 600 mg are yellow, oval-shaped, film-coated tablets with corporate logo and "242" on one side and plain on the other side. They are supplied as follows:

  •  
    NDC 0006-3080-01 unit-of-use bottles of 60.

ISENTRESS tablets 100 mg are pale orange, oval-shaped, orange-banana flavored, chewable tablets scored on both sides and imprinted on one face with the corporate logo and "477" on opposite sides of the score. They are supplied as follows:

  •  
    NDC 0006-0477-61 unit-of-use bottles of 60.

ISENTRESS tablets 25 mg are pale yellow, round, orange-banana flavored, chewable tablets with the corporate logo on one side and "473" on the other side. They are supplied as follows:

  •  
    NDC 0006-0473-61 unit-of-use bottles of 60.

ISENTRESS for oral suspension 100 mg is a white to off-white granular powder that may contain yellow or beige to tan particles, in child resistant single-use foil packets, packaged as

A kit with two 1 mL syringes, two 3 mL syringes, two 10 mL syringes and two mixing cups. It is supplied as follows:

  •  
    NDC 0006-3603-61 unit of use carton with 60 packets.
  •  
    NDC 0006-3603-01 individual packet.
14.3 Treatment Experienced Adult Subjects (14.3 Treatment-Experienced Adult Subjects)

BENCHMRK 1 and BENCHMRK 2 are Phase 3 studies to evaluate the safety and antiretroviral activity of ISENTRESS 400 mg twice daily in combination with an optimized background therapy (OBT), versus OBT alone, in HIV-1-infected subjects, 16 years or older, with documented resistance to at least 1 drug in each of 3 classes (NNRTIs, NRTIs, PIs) of antiretroviral therapies. Randomization was stratified by degree of resistance to PI (1PI vs. >1PI) and the use of enfuvirtide in the OBT. Prior to randomization, OBT was selected by the investigator based on genotypic/phenotypic resistance testing and prior ART history.

Table 20 shows the demographic characteristics of subjects in the group receiving ISENTRESS 400 mg twice daily and subjects in the placebo group.

Table 20: Trials BENCHMRK 1 and BENCHMRK 2 Baseline Characteristics
Randomized Studies

BENCHMRK 1 and BENCHMRK 2
ISENTRESS 400 mg Twice Daily + OBT

(N = 462)
Placebo + OBT

(N = 237)
Gender
Male 88% 89%
Female 12% 11%
Race
White 65% 73%
Black 14% 11%
Asian 3% 3%
Hispanic 11% 8%
Others 6% 5%
Age (years)
Median (min, max) 45 (16 to 74) 45 (17 to 70)
CD4+ Cell Count
Median (min, max), cells/mm3 119 (1 to 792) 123 (0 to 759)
≤50 cells/mm3 32% 33%
>50 and ≤200 cells/mm3 37% 36%
Plasma HIV-1 RNA
Median (min, max), log10 copies/mL 4.8 (2 to 6) 4.7 (2 to 6)
>100,000 copies/mL 36% 33%
History of AIDS
Yes 92% 91%
Prior Use of ART, Median (1st Quartile, 3rd Quartile)
Years of ART Use 10 (7 to 12) 10 (8 to 12)
Number of ART 12 (9 to 15) 12 (9 to 14)
Hepatitis Co-infection
Hepatitis B virus surface antigen positive or hepatitis C virus antibody positive.
No Hepatitis B or C virus 83% 84%
Hepatitis B virus only 8% 3%
Hepatitis C virus only 8% 12%
Co-infection of Hepatitis B and C virus 1% 1%
Stratum
Enfuvirtide in OBT 38% 38%
Resistant to ≥2 PI 97% 95%

Table 21 compares the characteristics of optimized background therapy at baseline in the group receiving ISENTRESS 400 mg twice daily and subjects in the control group.

Table 21: Trials BENCHMRK 1 and BENCHMRK 2 Characteristics of Optimized Background Therapy at Baseline
Randomized Studies

BENCHMRK 1 and BENCHMRK 2
ISENTRESS 400 mg Twice Daily + OBT

(N = 462)
Placebo + OBT

(N = 237)
Number of ARTs in OBT
Median (min, max) 4 (1 to 7) 4 (2 to 7)
Number of Active PI in OBT by Phenotypic Resistance Test
Darunavir use in OBT in darunavir-naïve subjects was counted as one active PI.
0 36% 41%
1 or more 60% 58%
Phenotypic Sensitivity Score (PSS)
The Phenotypic Sensitivity Score (PSS) and the Genotypic Sensitivity Score (GSS) were defined as the total oral ARTs in OBT to which a subject's viral isolate showed phenotypic sensitivity and genotypic sensitivity, respectively, based upon phenotypic and genotypic resistance tests. Enfuvirtide use in OBT in enfuvirtide-naïve subjects was counted as one active drug in OBT in the GSS and PSS. Similarly, darunavir use in OBT in darunavir-naïve subjects was counted as one active drug in OBT.
0 15% 18%
1 31% 30%
2 31% 28%
3 or more 18% 20%
Genotypic Sensitivity Score (GSS)
0 25% 27%
1 38% 40%
2 24% 21%
3 or more 11% 10%

Week 96 outcomes for the 699 subjects randomized and treated with the recommended dose of ISENTRESS 400 mg twice daily or placebo in the pooled BENCHMRK 1 and 2 studies are shown in Table 22.

Table 22: Virologic Outcomes of Randomized Treatment of BENCHMRK 1 and BENCHMRK 2 Trials at 96 Weeks (Pooled Analysis)
ISENTRESS 400 mg Twice Daily + OBT

(N = 462)
Placebo + OBT

(N = 237)
Subjects with HIV-1 RNA less than 50 copies/mL 55% 27%
Virologic Failure
Includes subjects who switched to open-label raltegravir after Week 16 due to the protocol-defined virologic failure, subjects who discontinued prior to Week 96 for lack of efficacy, subjects changed OBT due to lack of efficacy prior to Week 96, or subjects who were ≥50 copies in the 96 week window.
35% 66%
No virologic data at Week 96 Window
Reasons
  Discontinued study due to AE or death
Includes subjects who discontinued due to AE or death at any time point from day 1 through the Week 96 window if this resulted in no virologic data on treatment during the Week 96 window.
3% 3%
  Discontinued study for other reasons
Other includes: withdrew consent, loss to follow-up, moved etc., if the viral load at the time of discontinuation was <50 copies/mL.
4% 4%
  Missing data during window but on study 4% <1%

The mean changes in CD4 count from baseline were 118 cells/mm3 in the group receiving ISENTRESS 400 mg twice daily and 47 cells/mm3 for the control group.

Treatment-emergent CDC Category C events occurred in 4% of the group receiving ISENTRESS 400 mg twice daily and 5% of the control group.

Virologic responses at Week 96 by baseline genotypic and phenotypic sensitivity score are shown in Table 23.

Table 23: Virologic Response at 96 Week Window by Baseline Genotypic/Phenotypic Sensitivity Score
Percent with HIV-1 RNA <50 copies/mL At Week 96
n ISENTRESS 400 mg Twice Daily + OBT

(N = 462)
n Placebo + OBT

(N = 237)
Phenotypic Sensitivity Score (PSS)
The Phenotypic Sensitivity Score (PSS) and the Genotypic Sensitivity Score (GSS) were defined as the total oral ARTs in OBT to which a subject's viral isolate showed phenotypic sensitivity and genotypic sensitivity, respectively, based upon phenotypic and genotypic resistance tests. Enfuvirtide use in OBT in enfuvirtide-naïve subjects was counted as one active drug in OBT in the GSS and PSS. Similarly, darunavir use in OBT in darunavir-naïve subjects was counted as one active drug in OBT.
0 67 43 43 5
1 144 58 71 23
2 142 61 66 32
3 or more 85 48 48 42
Genotypic Sensitivity Score (GSS)
0 116 39 65 5
1 177 62 95 26
2 111 61 49 53
3 or more 51 49 23 35
8.7 Use in Patients With Renal Impairment (8.7 Use in Patients with Renal Impairment)

No dosage adjustment of ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD is necessary in patients with any degree of renal impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. The extent to which ISENTRESS may be dialyzable is unknown; therefore, dosing before a dialysis session should be avoided.

8.6 Use in Patients With Hepatic Impairment (8.6 Use in Patients with Hepatic Impairment)

No dosage adjustment of ISENTRESS is necessary for patients with mild to moderate (Child-Pugh A and B) hepatic impairment. No hepatic impairment study has been conducted with ISENTRESS HD and therefore administration in subjects with hepatic impairment is not recommended. The effect of severe hepatic impairment on the pharmacokinetics of raltegravir has not been studied [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].

Principal Display Panel 600 Mg Bottle Label (PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 600 mg Bottle Label)

NDC 0006-3080-01

Isentress ® HD

(raltegravir) tablets

600 mg

RECOMMENDED DOSAGE: Two tablets once daily.

See Package Insert.

Each tablet contains 651.6 mg raltegravir

potassium, equivalent to

600 mg raltegravir.

Rx only

60 Tablets

5.1 Severe Skin and Hypersensitivity Reactions

Severe, potentially life-threatening, and fatal skin reactions have been reported. These include cases of Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis. Hypersensitivity reactions have also been reported and were characterized by rash, constitutional findings, and sometimes, organ dysfunction, including hepatic failure. Discontinue ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD and other suspect agents immediately if signs or symptoms of severe skin reactions or hypersensitivity reactions develop (including, but not limited to, severe rash or rash accompanied by fever, general malaise, fatigue, muscle or joint aches, blisters, oral lesions, conjunctivitis, facial edema, hepatitis, eosinophilia, angioedema). Clinical status including liver aminotransferases should be monitored and appropriate therapy initiated. Delay in stopping ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD treatment or other suspect agents after the onset of severe rash may result in a life-threatening reaction.

Principal Display Panel 25 Mg Tablet Bottle Label (PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 25 mg Tablet Bottle Label)

NDC 0006-0473-61

Isentress®

(raltegravir) CHEWABLE Tablets

25 mg

For Pediatric Use

Phenylketonurics: contains phenylalanine (a component

of aspartame) 0.05 mg per 25 mg chewable tablet.

Rx only

60 Tablets

Principal Display Panel 100 Mg Tablet Bottle Label (PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 100 mg Tablet Bottle Label)

NDC 0006-0477-61

Isentress®

(raltegravir) CHEWABLE Tablets

100 mg

For Pediatric Use

Phenylketonurics: contains phenylalanine (a component

of aspartame) 0.10 mg per 100 mg chewable tablet.

Rx only

60 Tablets

Principal Display Panel 400 Mg Tablet Bottle Label (PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 400 mg Tablet Bottle Label)

NDC 0006-0227-61

Isentress®

(raltegravir) tablets

400 mg

Each tablet contains 434.4 mg raltegravir

potassium, equivalent to 400 mg raltegravir.

USUAL DOSAGE: See Package Insert.

Rx only

60 Tablets

13.1 Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility

Carcinogenicity studies of raltegravir in mice did not show any carcinogenic potential. At the highest dose levels, 400 mg/kg/day in females and 250 mg/kg/day in males, systemic exposure was 1.8-fold (females) or 1.2-fold (males) greater than the AUC (54 µM∙hr) at the 400-mg twice daily human dose. Treatment-related squamous cell carcinoma of nose/nasopharynx was observed in female rats dosed with 600 mg/kg/day raltegravir for 104 weeks. These tumors were possibly the result of local irritation and inflammation due to local deposition and/or aspiration of drug in the mucosa of the nose/nasopharynx during dosing. No tumors of the nose/nasopharynx were observed in rats dosed with 150 mg/kg/day (males) and 50 mg/kg/day (females) and the systemic exposure in rats was 1.7-fold (males) to 1.4-fold (females) greater than the AUC (54 µM∙hr) at the 400-mg twice daily human dose.

No evidence of mutagenicity or genotoxicity was observed in in vitro microbial mutagenesis (Ames) tests, in vitro alkaline elution assays for DNA breakage, and in vitro and in vivo chromosomal aberration studies.

No effect on fertility was seen in male and female rats at doses up to 600 mg/kg/day which resulted in a 3-fold exposure above the exposure at the recommended human dose.

7.1 Effect of Other Agents On the Pharmacokinetics of Raltegravir (7.1 Effect of Other Agents on the Pharmacokinetics of Raltegravir)

Raltegravir is not a substrate of cytochrome P450 (CYP) enzymes. Based on in vivo and in vitro studies, raltegravir is eliminated mainly by metabolism via a UGT1A1-mediated glucuronidation pathway. Coadministration of ISENTRESS with drugs that inhibit UGT1A1 may increase plasma levels of raltegravir and coadministration of ISENTRESS with drugs that induce UGT1A1, such as rifampin, may reduce plasma levels of raltegravir (see Table 11).

Selected drug interactions are presented in Table 11 [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. In some cases, recommendations differ for ISENTRESS versus ISENTRESS HD.

Table 11: Selected Drug Interactions in Adults
Concomitant Drug Class:

Drug Name
Effect on Concentration of Raltegravir Clinical Comment for ISENTRESS Clinical Comment for ISENTRESS HD
Metal-Containing Antacids
Aluminum and/or magnesium-containing antacids Coadministration or staggered administration is not recommended.
Calcium carbonate antacid No dose adjustment Co-administration is not recommended
Other Agents
Rifampin The recommended dosage is 800 mg twice daily during coadministration with rifampin. There are no data to guide co-administration of ISENTRESS with rifampin in patients below 18 years of age [see Dosage and Administration (2.1)]. Coadministration is not recommended.
Tipranavir/ritonavir No dose adjustment Coadministration is not recommended
Etravirine No dose adjustment Coadministration is not recommended.
Strong inducers of drug metabolizing enzymes not mentioned above e.g., Carbamazepine

Phenobarbital

Phenytoin
↓↔ The impact of other strong inducers of drug metabolizing enzymes on raltegravir is unknown. Coadministration is not recommended.

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