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Identifiers & Packaging
16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING No. 054 — Single-dose glass vial containing 150 mg of fosaprepitant as a white to off white lyophilized cake or powder for reconstitution. Supplied as follows: NDC 72205-054-01 1 vial per carton. Storage Fosaprepitant for injection vials must be refrigerated, store at 2°C - 8°C (36°F - 46°F). The reconstituted final drug solution is stable for 24 hours at ambient room temperature [at or below 25°C (77°F)]. Discard unused portion.; PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL Fosaprepitant-carton-label Fosaprepitant-vial-label fosaprepitant-carton-label fosaprepitant-vial-label
- 16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING No. 054 — Single-dose glass vial containing 150 mg of fosaprepitant as a white to off white lyophilized cake or powder for reconstitution. Supplied as follows: NDC 72205-054-01 1 vial per carton. Storage Fosaprepitant for injection vials must be refrigerated, store at 2°C - 8°C (36°F - 46°F). The reconstituted final drug solution is stable for 24 hours at ambient room temperature [at or below 25°C (77°F)]. Discard unused portion.
- PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL Fosaprepitant-carton-label Fosaprepitant-vial-label fosaprepitant-carton-label fosaprepitant-vial-label
Overview
Fosaprepitant for injection is a sterile, lyophilized formulation containing fosaprepitant dimeglumine,a prodrug of aprepitant a substance P/neurokinin-1 (NK1) receptor antagonist, an antiemetic agent, chemically described as 1 Deoxy-1-(methylamino)-D-glucito[3-[[(2 R ,3 S )-2-[(1 R )-1-[3,5- bis(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]ethoxy]-3-(4-fluorophenyl)-4-morpholinyl]methyl]-2,5-dihydro-5-oxo-1 H -1,2,4-triazol-1-yl]phosphonate(2:1) (salt). Its molecular formula is C 23 H 22 F 7 N 4 O 6 P • 2(C 7 H 17 NO 5 ) and its structural formula is: Fosaprepitant dimeglumine is a white to off- white powder with a molecular weight of 1004.83.It is freely soluble in water, soluble in N,N-Dimethylsulfoxide and insoluble in n-hexane. Each vial of fosaprepitant for injection for administration as an intravenous infusion contains 245.3 mg of fosaprepitant dimeglumine equivalent to 150 mg of fosaprepitant free acid and the following inactive ingredients: edetate disodium (5.4 mg), lactose anhydrous (375 mg), polysorbate 80 (75 mg), sodium hydroxide and/or hydrochloric acid (for pH adjustment). str
Indications & Usage
Fosaprepitant for injection, in combination with other antiemetic agents, is indicated in adults and pediatric patients 6 months of age and older for the prevention of: • acute and delayed nausea and vomiting associated with initial and repeat courses of highly emetogenic cancer chemotherapy (HEC) including high-dose cisplatin. • delayed nausea and vomiting associated with initial and repeat courses of moderately emetogenic cancer chemotherapy (MEC). Limitations of Use • Fosaprepitant for injection has not been studied for the treatment of established nausea and vomiting. Fosaprepitant for injection is a substance P/neurokinin-1 (NK 1 ) receptor antagonist, indicated in adults and pediatric patients 6 months of age and older, in combination with other antiemetic agents, for the prevention of (1 ): acute and delayed nausea and vomiting associated with initial and repeat courses of highly emetogenic cancer chemotherapy (HEC) including high-dose cisplatin. delayed nausea and vomiting associated with initial and repeat courses of moderately emetogenic cancer chemotherapy (MEC). Limitations of Use ( 1 ) Fosaprepitant for injection has not been studied for treatment of established nausea and vomiting.
Dosage & Administration
Recommended Adult Dosage (2.1) Fosaprepitant for injection 150 mg on Day 1 as an intravenous infusion over 20 to 30 minutes. ( 2.1 ) Complete the infusion approximately 30 minutes prior to chemotherapy. Recommended Dosage for Pediatric Patients (6 months to 17 years) Weighing at Least 6 kg ( 2.2 ) See Full Prescribing Information for pediatric dosage regimens by age. For single dose chemotherapy regimens: single dose of fosaprepitant for injection on Day 1. For single or multi-day chemotherapy regimens: 3-day fosaprepitant for injection regimen of fosaprepitant for injection on Days 1, 2, and 3. Aprepitant capsules or fosaprepitant for oral suspension may be used as an alternative on Days 2 and 3. Administer fosaprepitant for injection through a central venous catheter as an intravenous infusion over 30 minutes (12 years to 17 years) or 60 minutes (6 months to less than 12 years). Complete the infusion approximately 30 minutes prior to chemotherapy. Concomitant Antiemetics See Full Prescribing Information for additional information. ( 2.1 , 2.2 ) 2.1 Prevention of Nausea and Vomiting Associated with HEC and MEC in Adult Patients The recommended dosage of fosaprepitant for injection, dexamethasone, and a 5-HT 3 antagonist for the prevention of nausea and vomiting associated with administration of HEC or MEC in adults is shown in Table 1 or Table 2, respectively. Administer fosaprepitant for injection as an intravenous infusion on Day 1 over 20 to 30 minutes, completing the infusion approximately 30 minutes prior to chemotherapy. Table 1 Recommended Adult Dosing for the Prevention of Nausea and Vomiting Associated with HEC Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Fosaprepitant for injection 150 mg intravenously over 20 to 30 minutes none none none Dexamethasone * 12 mg orally 8 mg orally 8 mg orally twice daily 8 mg orally twice daily 5-HT 3 antagonist See selected 5-HT 3 antagonist prescribing information for the recommended dosage none none none * Administer dexamethasone 30 minutes prior to chemotherapy treatment on Day 1 and in the morning on Days 2 through 4. Also administer dexamethasone in the evenings on Days 3 and 4. A 50% dosage reduction of dexamethasone on Days 1 and 2 is recommended to account for a drug interaction with fosaprepitant for injection [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3 )] . Table 2 Recommended Adult Dosing for the Prevention of Nausea and Vomiting Associated with MEC Day 1 Fosaprepitant for injection 150 mg intravenously over 20 to 30 minutes Dexamethasone * 12 mg orally 5-HT 3 antagonist See selected 5-HT 3 antagonist prescribing information for the recommended dosage * Administer dexamethasone 30 minutes prior to chemotherapy treatment on Day 1. A 50% dosage reduction of dexamethasone is recommended to account for a drug interaction with fosaprepitant for injection [ see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. 2.2 Prevention of Nausea and Vomiting Associated with HEC and MEC in Pediatric Patients The recommended pediatric dosage regimens of fosaprepitant for injection, to be administered with a 5-HT3 antagonist, with or without a corticosteroid, for the prevention of nausea and vomiting associated with administration of single or multi-day chemotherapy regimens of HEC or MEC, are shown in Tables 3 and 4. Single-day chemotherapy regimens include regimens in which HEC or MEC is administered for a single day only. Multi-day chemotherapy regimens include chemotherapy regimens in which HEC or MEC is administered for 2 or more days. Fosaprepitant for injection Dosage Regimens for Use with Single-Day Chemotherapy Regimens For pediatric patients weighing at least 6 kg receiving single-day HEC or MEC, fosaprepitant for injection may be administered as: a single dose regimen of fosaprepitant for injection infused through a central venous catheter on Day 1, as shown in Table 3; or as a 3-day fosaprepitant for injection regimen consisting of fosaprepitant for injection as an intravenous infusion through a central venous catheter on Days 1, 2, and 3. Aprepitant capsules or fosaprepitant for oral suspension may be used on Days 2 and 3 instead of fosaprepitant for injection, as shown in Table 4. Administer fosaprepitant for injection on Day 1 over 30 minutes (12 years to 17 years) or 60 minutes (6 months to less than 12 years), completing the infusion approximately 30 minutes prior to chemotherapy. Table 3 Fosaprepitant for Injection Single Dose Regimen for the Prevention of Nausea and Vomiting Associated with Single- Day Regimens of HEC or MEC in Pediatric Patients 6 Months* to 17 Years Drug Age Regimen Fosaprepitant for injection 12 Years to 17 Years 150 mg intravenously over 30 minutes 2 Years to less than 12 Years 4 mg/kg (maximum dose 150 mg) intravenously over 60 minutes 6 Months to less than 2 Years 5 mg/kg (maximum dose 150 mg) intravenously over 60 minutes Dexamethasone† 6 Months to 17 Years If a corticosteroid, such as dexamethasone, is co-administered, administer 50% of the recommended corticosteroid dose on Days 1 and 2. 5-HT 3 antagonist 6 Months to 17 Years See selected 5-HT3 antagonist prescribing information for the recommended dosage * Dosing in pediatric patients less than 6 kg is not recommended † Administer dexamethasone 30 minutes prior to chemotherapy treatment on Day 1 Fosaprepitant for injection Dosage Regimen for Use with Multi-Day Chemotherapy Regimens For pediatric patients weighing at least 6 kg receiving multi-day regimens of HEC or MEC, administer fosaprepitant for injection on Days 1, 2, and 3. Administer fosaprepitant for injection as an intravenous infusion through a central venous catheter on Days 1, 2, and 3. Aprepitant capsules or fosaprepitant for oral suspension may be used on Days 2 and 3 instead of fosaprepitant for injection, as shown in Table 4. Administer fosaprepitant for injection over 30 minutes (12 years to 17 years) or 60 minutes (6 months to less than 12 years), completing the infusion approximately 30 minutes prior to chemotherapy. Table 4 3-Day Fosaprepitant for Injection Dosage Regimen for Prevention of Nausea and Vomiting Associated with Single or Multi-day Regimens of HEC or MEC in Pediatric Patients 6 Months* to 17 Years Age of Pediatric Population Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Fosaprepitant for injection * 12 years to 17 years 115 mg intravenously over 30 minutes 80 mg intravenously over 30 minutes OR 80 mg orally (aprepitant capsules) † 80 mg intravenously over 30 minutes OR 80 mg orally (aprepitant capsules) † 6 months to less than 12 years 3 mg/kg intravenously over 60 minutes (maximum dose 115 mg) 2 mg/kg intravenously over 60 minutes OR 2 mg/kg orally (Fosaprepitant for oral suspension) ‡ (maximum dose 80 mg) 2 mg/kg intravenously over 60 minutes OR 2 mg/kg orally (Fosaprepitant for oral suspension) ‡ (maximum dose 80 mg) Dexamethasone § 6 months to 17 years If a corticosteroid, such as dexamethasone, is co-administered, administer 50% of the recommended corticosteroid dose on Days 1 through 4. 5-HT3 antagonist 6 months to 17 years See selected 5-HT3 antagonist prescribing information for the recommended dosage. * Dosing in pediatric patients less than 6 kg is not recommended. † For patients 12 years to 17 years unable to swallow oral capsules, fosaprepitant for oral suspension can be used instead on Days 2 and 3 ‡ For patients less than 12 years of age who weigh at least 40 kg and who are able to swallow oral capsules, aprepitant capsules can be used instead on Days 2 and 3 § Administer dexamethasone 30 minutes prior to chemotherapy treatment on Day 1. 2.3 Preparation of Fosaprepitant for injection Table 5 Preparation Instructions for Fosaprepitant for Injection (150 mg) Step 1 Aseptically inject 5 mL 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP into the vial. Assure that 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP is added to the vial along the vial wall in order to prevent foaming. Swirl the vial gently. Avoid shaking and jetting 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP into the vial. Step 2 Aseptically prepare an infusion bag filled with 145 mL of 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP. Step 3 Aseptically withdraw the entire volume from the vial and transfer it into the infusion bag containing 145 mL of 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP to yield a total volume of 150 mL and a final concentration of 1 mg/mL . Step 4 Gently invert the bag 2 to 3 times. Step 5 Determine the volume to be administered from this prepared infusion bag, based on the recommended dose [ see Dosage and Administration (2.1 , 2.2 )] . Adults The entire volume of the prepared infusion bag (150 mL) should be administered. Pediatrics In patients 12 years and older, the volume to be administered is calculated as follows: • Volume to administer (mL) equals the recommended dose (mg) In patients 6 months to less than 12 years, the volume to be administered is calculated as follows: • Volume to administer (mL) = recommended dose (mg/kg) x weight (kg) o Note: Do not exceed the maximum dose [ see Dosage and Administration (2.2) ] In pediatric patients, the entire volume in the infusion bag may not be required. Step 6 If necessary, for volumes less than 150 mL, the calculated volume can be transferred to an appropriate size bag or syringe prior to administration by infusion. Step 7 Before administration, inspect the bag for particulate matter and discoloration. Discard the bag if particulate and/or discoloration are observed. The recommended dose of fosaprepitant for injection is based on the patient’s age and weight. Caution: Do not mix or reconstitute fosaprepitant for injection with solutions for which physical and chemical compatibility have not been established. Fosaprepitant for injection is incompatible with any solutions containing divalent cations (e.g., Ca2+, Mg2+), including Lactated Ringer’s Solution and Hartmann's Solution. Storage The reconstituted final drug solution is stable for 24 hours at ambient room temperature [at or below 25°C (77°F)]. Discard unused portion.
Warnings & Precautions
CYP3A4 Interactions: Fosaprepitant is a weak inhibitor of CYP3A4, and aprepitant, the active moiety, is a substrate, inhibitor, and inducer of CYP3A4; see Full Prescribing Information for recommendations regarding contraindications, risk of adverse reactions, and dosage adjustment of fosaprepitant and concomitant drugs. ( 4 , 5.1 , 7.1 , 7.2 ) Hypersensitivity Reactions (including anaphylaxis and anaphylactic shock) : May occur during or soon after infusion. If symptoms occur, discontinue the drug. Do not reinitiate fosaprepitant if symptoms occur with previous use. ( 4 , 5.2 ) Infusion Site Reactions (including thrombophlebitis, necrosis, and vasculitis): Majority of reactions reported in patients receiving vesicant chemotherapy. Avoid infusion into small veins. Discontinue infusion and administer treatment if a severe reaction develops. (5.3) Warfarin (a CYP2C9 substrate): Risk of decreased INR of prothrombin time; monitor INR in 2–week period, particularly at 7 to 10 days, following initiation of fosaprepitant. ( 5.4, 7.1 ) Hormonal Contraceptives: Efficacy of contraceptives may be reduced during and for 28 days following administration of fosaprepitant. Use effective alternative or back-up methods of contraception. ( 5.5 , 7.1 , 8.3 ) 5.1 Clinically Significant CYP3A4 Drug Interactions Fosaprepitant, a prodrug of aprepitant, is a weak inhibitor of CYP3A4, and aprepitant is a substrate, inhibitor, and inducer of CYP3A4. Use of fosaprepitant with other drugs that are CYP3A4 substrates, may result in increased plasma concentration of the concomitant drug. Use of pimozide with fosaprepitant is contraindicated due to the risk of significantly increased plasma concentrations of pimozide, potentially resulting in prolongation of the QT interval, a known adverse reaction of pimozide [see Contraindications (4) ]. Use of fosaprepitant with strong or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, diltiazem) may increase plasma concentrations of aprepitant and result in an increased risk of adverse reactions related to fosaprepitant. Use of fosaprepitant with strong CYP3A4 inducers (e.g., rifampin) may result in a reduction in aprepitant plasma concentrations and decreased efficacy of fosaprepitant. See Table 7 and Table 8 for a listing of potentially significant drug interactions [see Drug Interactions (7.1 , 7.2 ) ]. 5.2 Hypersensitivity Reactions Serious hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis and anaphylactic shock, during or soon after infusion of fosaprepitant have occurred. Symptoms including flushing, erythema, dyspnea, hypotension and syncope have been reported [ see Adverse Reactions (6.2) ]. Monitor patients during and after infusion. If hypersensitivity reactions occur, discontinue the infusion and administer appropriate medical therapy. Do not reinitiate fosaprepitant in patients who experience these symptoms with previous use [ see Contraindications (4) ]. 5.3 Infusion Site Reactions Infusion site reactions (ISRs) have been reported with the use of fosaprepitant for injection [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . The majority of severe ISRs, including thrombophlebitis and vasculitis, were reported with concomitant vesicant (anthracycline-based) chemotherapy administration, particularly when associated with extravasation. Necrosis was also reported in some patients with concomitant vesicant chemotherapy. Most ISRs occurred with the first, second or third exposure to single doses of fosaprepitant for injection and in some cases, reactions persisted for two weeks or longer. Treatment of severe ISRs consisted of medical, and in some cases surgical, intervention. Avoid infusion of fosaprepitant for injection into small veins or through a butterfly catheter. If a severe ISR develops during infusion, discontinue the infusion and administer appropriate medical treatment. 5.4 Decrease in INR with Concomitant Warfarin Coadministration of fosaprepitant with warfarin, a CYP2C9 substrate, may result in a clinically significant decrease in the International Normalized Ratio (INR) of prothrombin time [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. Monitor the INR in patients on chronic warfarin therapy in the 2-week period, particularly at 7 to 10 days, following initiation of fosaprepitant with each chemotherapy cycle [see Drug Interactions (7.1) ] . 5.5 Risk of Reduced Efficacy of Hormonal Contraceptives Upon coadministration with fosaprepitant, the efficacy of hormonal contraceptives may be reduced during administration of and for 28 days following the last dose of fosaprepitant [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Advise patients to use effective alternative or back-up methods of contraception during treatment with fosaprepitant and for 1 month following administration of fosaprepitant [ see Drug Interactions (7.1) , Use in Specific Populations (8.3) ] .
Contraindications
Fosaprepitant is contraindicated in patients: who are hypersensitive to any component of the product. Hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylactic reactions, flushing, erythema, and dyspnea have been reported [ see Warnings and Precautions (5.2), Adverse Reactions (6.2) ]. taking pimozide. Inhibition of CYP3A4 by aprepitant, the active moiety, could result in elevated plasma concentrations of this drug, which is a CYP3A4 substrate, potentially causing serious or life- threatening reactions, such as QT prolongation, a known adverse reaction of pimozide [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]. Known hypersensitivity to any component of this drug. ( 4 , 5.2 ) Concurrent use with pimozide. (4)
Adverse Reactions
The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)] Infusion Site Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)] Most common adverse reactions in adults (≥2%) are: fatigue, diarrhea, neutropenia, asthenia, anemia, peripheral neuropathy, leukopenia, dyspepsia, urinary tract infection, pain in extremity. (6.1) Adverse reactions in pediatrics are similar to adults. To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Novadoz Pharmaceuticals Inc. at 1-855-668-2369 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch . 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience 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 clinical practice. The overall safety of fosaprepitant for injection was evaluated in approximately 1800 adult and pediatric patients. Adverse Reactions in Adults for the Prevention of Nausea and Vomiting Associated with MEC In an active-controlled clinical trial in patients receiving MEC, safety was evaluated in 504 patients receiving a single dose of fosaprepitant for injection in combination with ondansetron and dexamethasone (fosaprepitant dimeglumine regimen) compared to 497 patients receiving ondansetron and dexamethasone alone (standard therapy). The most common adverse reactions are listed in Table 6. Table 6 Most Common Adverse Reactions in Patients Receiving MEC* Fosaprepitant for injection, ondansetron, and dexamethasone † (N=504) Ondansetron and dexamethasone ‡ (N=497) fatigue 15% 13% diarrhea 13% 11% neutropenia 8% 7% asthenia 4% 3% anemia 3% 2% peripheral neuropathy 3% 2% leukopenia 2% 1% dyspepsia 2% 1% urinary tract infection 2% 1% pain in extremity 2% 1% * Reported in ≥2% of patients treated with the fosaprepitant dimeglumine regimen and at a greater incidence than standard therapy. † Fosaprepitant dimeglumine regimen ‡ Standard therapy Infusion-site reactions were reported in 2.2% of patients treated with the fosaprepitant dimeglumine regimen compared to 0.6% of patients treated with standard therapy. The infusion-site reactions included: infusion-site pain (1.2%, 0.4%), injection-site irritation (0.2%, 0.0%), vessel puncture-site pain (0.2%, 0.0%), and infusion-site thrombophlebitis (0.6%, 0.0%), reported in the fosaprepitant dimeglumine regimen compared to standard therapy, respectively. Adverse Reactions in Adults for the Prevention of Nausea and Vomiting Associated with HEC In an active-controlled clinical study in patients receiving HEC, safety was evaluated for 1143 patients receiving a single dose of fosaprepitant for injection compared to 1169 patients receiving the 3-day regimen of oral aprepitant [ see Clinical Studies (14.1)]. The safety profile was generally similar to that seen in the MEC study with fosaprepitant and prior HEC studies with aprepitant. However, infusion- site reactions occurred at a higher incidence in patients in the fosaprepitant group (3.0%) compared to those in the aprepitant group (0.5%). The following additional infusion-site reactions occurred in the HEC study and were not reported in the MEC study described above: infusion-site erythema (0.5%, 0.1%), infusion-site pruritus (0.3%, 0.0%), and infusion-site induration (0.2%, 0.1%), reported in the fosaprepitant group compared to the aprepitant group, respectively. Adverse Reactions in Pediatric Patients 6 Months to 17 Years of Age for the Prevention of Nausea and Vomiting Associated with HEC or MEC Single Dose fosaprepitant for Injection Regimen The safety of a single dose of fosaprepitant for injection in pediatric patients (6 months to 17 years) was evaluated in two active-controlled and a single-arm clinical study in patients who received either HEC or MEC. Patients also received ondansetron with or without dexamethasone. The adverse reaction profile was similar to adults. The safety analysis included 69 pediatric patients who received the recommended dose. An additional 70 patients received a single, higher-than-recommended dose. The most common adverse reactions that occurred in >15% of patients who received the recommended dose were anemia, neutropenia, thrombocytopenia, and febrile neutropenia. 3-Day fosaprepitant dimeglumine Regimen In pediatric patients 12 to 17 years, the safety of the 3-day IV/oral/oral fosaprepitant dimeglumine regimen was evaluated in a single-arm clinical study including 12 patients who received a regimen of either HEC or MEC. In pediatric patients 6 months to 12 years of age, the safety of the 3-day IV/oral/oral fosaprepitant dimeglumine regimen was not directly evaluated. The safety of a single dose of fosaprepitant for injection (3 mg/kg) administered on day 1 of the 3-day IV/oral/oral regimen was evaluated in one active-controlled and one single-arm study including 48 pediatric patients 6 months to 12 years of age who received a regimen of either HEC or MEC. The safety of the 3-day (IV/IV/IV) regimen of fosaprepitant for injection in pediatric patients (6 months to 17 years) was evaluated in a single-arm clinical study in 100 patients who received either HEC or MEC. In these clinical studies, pediatric patients also received ondansetron with or without dexamethasone. The adverse reaction profile in pediatric patients was similar to the profile in adult patients receiving a single dose of fosaprepitant for injection. Because fosaprepitant is converted to aprepitant, those adverse reactions associated with aprepitant might also be expected to occur with fosaprepitant for injection. See the full prescribing information for aprepitant capsules for complete safety information regarding studies performed with oral aprepitant. 6.2 Postmarketing Experience The following adverse reactions have been identified during post-approval use of fosaprepitant. 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. Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders : pruritus, rash, urticaria, Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis [ see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)]. Immune system disorders : hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis and anaphylactic shock [ see Contraindications (4), Warnings and Precautions (5.2)]. Nervous system disorders: ifosfamide-induced neurotoxicity reported after fosaprepitant and ifosfamide coadministration.
Drug Interactions
See Full Prescribing Information for a list of clinically significant drug interactions. ( 4 , 5.1 , 5.4 , 5.5 , 7.1 , 7.2 ) 7.1 Effect of Fosaprepitant/Aprepitant on the Pharmacokinetics of Other Drugs When administered intravenously, fosaprepitant, a prodrug of aprepitant, is converted to aprepitant within 30 minutes. Therefore, drug interactions following administration of fosaprepitant for injection are likely to occur with drugs that interact with oral aprepitant. Fosaprepitant, given as a single 150-mg dose, is a weak inhibitor of CYP3A4, and the weak inhibition of CYP3A4 continues for 2 days after single dose administration. Single dose fosaprepitant does not induce CYP3A4. Aprepitant is a substrate, an inhibitor, and an inducer of CYP3A4. Aprepitant is also an inducer of CYP2C9 [ see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. Some substrates of CYP3A4 are contraindicated with fosaprepitant [ see Contraindications (4)]. Dosage adjustment of some CYP3A4 and CYP2C9 substrates may be warranted, as shown in Table 7. Table 7 Effects of Fosaprepitant/Aprepitant on the Pharmacokinetics of Other Drugs CYP3A4 Substrates Pimozide Clinical Impact Increased pimozide exposure Intervention Fosaprepitant is contraindicated [see Contraindications (4)]. Benzodiazepines Clinical Impact Increased exposure to midazolam or other benzodiazepines metabolized via CYP3A4 (alprazolam, triazolam) may increase the risk of adverse reactions [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. Intervention Monitor for benzodiazepine-related adverse reactions. Dexamethasone Clinical Impact Increased dexamethasone exposure [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. Intervention Reduce the dose of oral dexamethasone by approximately 50% [see Dosage and Administration (2.1)]. Methylprednisolone Clinical Impact Increased methylprednisolone exposure [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. Intervention Reduce the dose of oral methylprednisolone by approximately 50% on Days 1 and 2 for patients receiving HEC and on Day 1 for patients receiving MEC. Reduce the dose of intravenous methylprednisolone by 25% on Days 1 and 2 for patients receiving HEC and on Day 1 for patients receiving MEC. Chemotherapeutic agents that are metabolized by CYP3A4 Clinical Impact Increased exposure of the chemotherapeutic agent may increase the risk of adverse reactions [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. Intervention Vinblastine, vincristine, or ifosfamide or other chemotherapeutic agents Monitor for chemotherapeutic-related adverse reactions. Etoposide, vinorelbine, paclitaxel, and docetaxe l No dosage adjustment needed. Hormonal Contraceptives Clinical Impact Decreased hormonal exposure during administration of and for 28 days after administration of the last dose of fosaprepitant [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5), Use in Specific Populations (8.3), and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. Intervention Effective alternative or back-up methods of contraception (such as condoms and spermicides) should be used during treatment with fosaprepitant and for 1 month following administration of fosaprepitant. Examples birth control pills, skin patches, implants, and certain IUDs CYP2C9 Substrates Warfarin Clinical Impact Decreased warfarin exposure and decreased prothrombin time (INR) [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4), Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. Intervention In patients on chronic warfarin therapy, monitor the prothrombin time (INR) in the 2-week period, particularly at 7 to 10 days, following administration of fosaprepitant with each chemotherapy cycle. Other 5-HT 3 Antagonists Clinical Impact No change in the exposure of the 5-HT 3 antagonist [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. Intervention No dosage adjustment needed Examples ondansetron, granisetron, dolasetron 7.2 Effect of Other Drugs on the Pharmacokinetics of Fosaprepitant/Aprepitant Aprepitant is a CYP3A4 substrate [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. Co-administration of fosaprepitant with drugs that are inhibitors or inducers of CYP3A4 may result in increased or decreased plasma concentrations of aprepitant, respectively, as shown in Table 8. Table 8 Effects of Other Drugs on Pharmacokinetics of Fosaprepitant/Aprepitant Moderate to Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors Clinical Impact Significantly increased exposure of aprepitant may increase the risk of adverse reactions associated with fosaprepitant [see Adverse Reactions (6.1), Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. Intervention Avoid concomitant use of fosaprepitant Examples Moderate inhibitor: diltiazem Strong inhibitors: ketoconazole, itraconazole, nefazodone, troleandomycin, clarithromycin, ritonavir, nelfinavir Strong CYP3A4 Inducers Clinical Impact Substantially decreased exposure of aprepitant in patients chronically taking a strong CYP3A4 inducer may decrease the efficacy of fosaprepitant [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. Intervention Avoid concomitant use of fosaprepitant Examples rifampin, carbamazepine, phenytoin
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