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16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING How Supplied Haloperidol decanoate injection, 50 mg/mL is a clear colourless/pink to yellow amber (brown) solution for IM injection containing 50 mg haloperidol as 70.52 mg per mL haloperidol decanoate, USP in: NDC 70756-615-81 1 mL single-dose vial in individual carton. Discard unused portion. NDC 70756-615-33 1 mL single-dose vials packed in carton of 3's. Discard unused portion. NDC 70756-615-10 1 mL single-dose vials packed in carton of 10's. Discard unused portion. NDC 70756-624-85 5 mL multi-dose vial in individual carton. NDC 70756-624-10 5 mL multi-dose vials packed in carton of 10's. Haloperidol decanoate injection, 100 mg/mL is a clear colourless/pink to yellow amber (brown) solution for IM injection containing 100 mg haloperidol as 141.04 mg per mL haloperidol decanoate, USP in: NDC 70756-616-81 1 mL single-dose vial in individual carton. Discard unused portion. NDC 70756-616-05 1 mL single-dose vials packed in carton of 5's. Discard unused portion NDC 70756-616-10 1 mL single-dose vials packed in carton of 10's. Discard unused portion NDC 70756-625-85 5 mL multi-dose vial in individual carton. NDC 70756-625-05 5 mL multi-dose vials packed in carton of 5's. NDC 70756-625-10 5 mL multi-dose vials packed in carton of 10's. Storage and Handling Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) excursions permitted to 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F). [See USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Do not refrigerate or freeze. Protect from light. Discard unused portion.; PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL NDC 70756-615-81 Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 50 mg/mL For Intramuscular Use Only 1 mL Single-Dose Vial Sterile Rx Only NDC 70756-615-81 Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 50 mg/mL For Intramuscular Use Only 1 mL Single-Dose Vial Sterile Rx Only NDC 70756-615-33 Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 50 mg/mL For Intramuscular Use Only 3 x 1 mL Single-Dose Vials Sterile Rx Only NDC 70756-615-10 Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 50 mg/mL For Intramuscular Use Only 10 x 1 mL Single-Dose Vials Sterile Rx Only NDC 70756-624-85 Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 250 mg/5 mL (50 mg/mL) For Intramuscular Use Only 5 mL Multi-Dose Vial Sterile Rx Only NDC 70756-624-85 Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 250 mg/5 mL (50 mg/mL) For Intramuscular Use Only 5 mL Multi-Dose Vial Sterile Rx Only NDC 70756-624-10 Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 250 mg/5 mL (50 mg/mL) For Intramuscular Use Only 10 x 5 mL Multi-Dose Vials Sterile Rx Only NDC 70756-616-81 Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 100 mg/mL For Intramuscular Use Only 1 mL Single-Dose Vial Sterile Rx Only NDC 70756-616-81 Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 100 mg/mL For Intramuscular Use Only 1 mL Single-Dose Vial Sterile Rx Only NDC 70756-616-05 Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 100 mg/mL For Intramuscular Use Only 5 x 1 mL Single-Dose Vials Sterile Rx Only NDC 70756-616-10 Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 100 mg/mL For Intramuscular Use Only 10 x 1 mL Single-Dose Vials Sterile Rx Only NDC 70756-625-85 Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 500 mg/5 mL (100 mg/mL) For Intramuscular Use Only 5 mL Multi-Dose Vial Sterile Rx Only NDC 70756-625-85 Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 500 mg/5 mL (100 mg/mL) For Intramuscular Use Only 5 mL Multi-Dose Vial Sterile Rx Only NDC 70756-625-05 Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 500 mg/5 mL (100 mg/mL) For Intramuscular Use Only 5 x 5 mL Multi-Dose Vials Sterile Rx Only NDC 70756-625-10 Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 500 mg/5 mL (100 mg/mL) For Intramuscular Use Only 10 x 5 mL Multi-Dose Vials Sterile Rx Only 50MG/ML 50 MG/ML 50 MG/ML 3X1 50 MG/ML 10X1 250MG/5ML 50 MG/ML 50MG/ML 10X5 100 MG/ML 100MG/ML 100MG/ML 5X1 100 MG/ML 10X1 500MG/5ML 500MG/5ML 500 MG/5ML 5X5 500 MG/5ML 10X5
- 16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING How Supplied Haloperidol decanoate injection, 50 mg/mL is a clear colourless/pink to yellow amber (brown) solution for IM injection containing 50 mg haloperidol as 70.52 mg per mL haloperidol decanoate, USP in: NDC 70756-615-81 1 mL single-dose vial in individual carton. Discard unused portion. NDC 70756-615-33 1 mL single-dose vials packed in carton of 3's. Discard unused portion. NDC 70756-615-10 1 mL single-dose vials packed in carton of 10's. Discard unused portion. NDC 70756-624-85 5 mL multi-dose vial in individual carton. NDC 70756-624-10 5 mL multi-dose vials packed in carton of 10's. Haloperidol decanoate injection, 100 mg/mL is a clear colourless/pink to yellow amber (brown) solution for IM injection containing 100 mg haloperidol as 141.04 mg per mL haloperidol decanoate, USP in: NDC 70756-616-81 1 mL single-dose vial in individual carton. Discard unused portion. NDC 70756-616-05 1 mL single-dose vials packed in carton of 5's. Discard unused portion NDC 70756-616-10 1 mL single-dose vials packed in carton of 10's. Discard unused portion NDC 70756-625-85 5 mL multi-dose vial in individual carton. NDC 70756-625-05 5 mL multi-dose vials packed in carton of 5's. NDC 70756-625-10 5 mL multi-dose vials packed in carton of 10's. Storage and Handling Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) excursions permitted to 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F). [See USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Do not refrigerate or freeze. Protect from light. Discard unused portion.
- PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL NDC 70756-615-81 Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 50 mg/mL For Intramuscular Use Only 1 mL Single-Dose Vial Sterile Rx Only NDC 70756-615-81 Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 50 mg/mL For Intramuscular Use Only 1 mL Single-Dose Vial Sterile Rx Only NDC 70756-615-33 Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 50 mg/mL For Intramuscular Use Only 3 x 1 mL Single-Dose Vials Sterile Rx Only NDC 70756-615-10 Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 50 mg/mL For Intramuscular Use Only 10 x 1 mL Single-Dose Vials Sterile Rx Only NDC 70756-624-85 Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 250 mg/5 mL (50 mg/mL) For Intramuscular Use Only 5 mL Multi-Dose Vial Sterile Rx Only NDC 70756-624-85 Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 250 mg/5 mL (50 mg/mL) For Intramuscular Use Only 5 mL Multi-Dose Vial Sterile Rx Only NDC 70756-624-10 Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 250 mg/5 mL (50 mg/mL) For Intramuscular Use Only 10 x 5 mL Multi-Dose Vials Sterile Rx Only NDC 70756-616-81 Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 100 mg/mL For Intramuscular Use Only 1 mL Single-Dose Vial Sterile Rx Only NDC 70756-616-81 Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 100 mg/mL For Intramuscular Use Only 1 mL Single-Dose Vial Sterile Rx Only NDC 70756-616-05 Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 100 mg/mL For Intramuscular Use Only 5 x 1 mL Single-Dose Vials Sterile Rx Only NDC 70756-616-10 Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 100 mg/mL For Intramuscular Use Only 10 x 1 mL Single-Dose Vials Sterile Rx Only NDC 70756-625-85 Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 500 mg/5 mL (100 mg/mL) For Intramuscular Use Only 5 mL Multi-Dose Vial Sterile Rx Only NDC 70756-625-85 Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 500 mg/5 mL (100 mg/mL) For Intramuscular Use Only 5 mL Multi-Dose Vial Sterile Rx Only NDC 70756-625-05 Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 500 mg/5 mL (100 mg/mL) For Intramuscular Use Only 5 x 5 mL Multi-Dose Vials Sterile Rx Only NDC 70756-625-10 Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 500 mg/5 mL (100 mg/mL) For Intramuscular Use Only 10 x 5 mL Multi-Dose Vials Sterile Rx Only 50MG/ML 50 MG/ML 50 MG/ML 3X1 50 MG/ML 10X1 250MG/5ML 50 MG/ML 50MG/ML 10X5 100 MG/ML 100MG/ML 100MG/ML 5X1 100 MG/ML 10X1 500MG/5ML 500MG/5ML 500 MG/5ML 5X5 500 MG/5ML 10X5
Overview
Haloperidol decanoate injection is the decanoate ester of haloperidol, for intramuscular use. Haloperidol is a typical antipsychotic. The structural formula of haloperidol decanoate 4-(4-Chlorophenyl)-1-[4-(4-fluorophenyl)-4-oxobutyl]-piperidin-4-yl decanoate, is: The molecular formula is C31H41CIFNO3 and has a molecular weight of 530.12. Haloperidol decanoate, USP is almost insoluble in water (0.01 mg/mL), but is soluble in most organic solvents. Each mL of haloperidol decanoate injection contains: 50 mg of haloperidol (present as 70.5 mg of haloperidol decanoate) in a sesame oil vehicle with 1.2% (w/v) benzyl alcohol as a preservative. 100 mg of haloperidol (present as 141 mg of haloperidol decanoate) in a sesame oil vehicle with 1.2% (w/v) benzyl alcohol as a preservative. image
Indications & Usage
Haloperidol decanoate injection is indicated for the treatment of schizophrenia in adults who were previously taking a stable dosage of an immediate-release oral haloperidol product. Haloperidol decanoate injection is a typical antipsychotic indicated for the treatment of schizophrenia in adults who were previously taking a stable dosage of an immediate-release oral haloperidol product.
Dosage & Administration
Administer haloperidol decanoate by deep intramuscular injection every 4 weeks by a healthcare provider. Do not administer intravenously (2.1). For the recommended dosage, including the first recommended dose and the maintenance dosage, see the Dosage and Administration section (2.1). If schizophrenia symptoms worsen during dosage modification of haloperidol decanoate, consider administering an immediate-release oral haloperidol product in addition to haloperidol decanoate injection therapy (2.2). 2.1 Recommended Dosage and Administration Administer haloperidol decanoate by deep intramuscular injection every 4 weeks by a health care professional. Do not administer haloperidol decanoate intravenously. When injecting haloperidol decanoate, use a 21-gauge needle. The maximum volume per injection site is 3 mL. Table 1 below describes the recommended dosage for haloperidol decanoate. The maximum recommended initial dose is 100 mg. If the calculated first recommended dose of haloperidol decanoate injection is greater than 100 mg, then administer two deep intramuscular injections as follows: 100 mg on the first day Remainder of the amount 3 to 7 days later. Table 1: Haloperidol Decanoate Recommended Dosage Population First Recommended Dose Maintenance Dosage1 Adult patients less than 65 years old stabilized on ≤ 10 mg of daily immediate-release oral haloperidol with normal hepatic function. 10-15 times previous daily dose of immediate-release oral haloperidol. 10-15 times previous daily dose of immediate-release oral haloperidol administered every 4 weeks. The dosage may be increased by increments of 50 mg or less every 4 weeks until an optimal therapeutic effect is obtained. The typical effective dosage range is between 50 and 200 mg every 4 weeks. Adult patients less than 65 years old stabilized on ≤ 10 mg of daily immediate-release oral haloperidol with hepatic impairment OR Adult patients 65 years and older 10-15 times previous daily dose of immediate-release oral haloperidol. Consider starting at the low end of the dosing range [see Use in Specific Populations (8.5, 8.6) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. Adult patients less than 65 years old stabilized on >10 mg of daily immediate-release oral haloperidol 10-20 times previous daily dose of immediate-release oral haloperidol 10-15 times previous daily dose of immediate-release oral haloperidol administered every 4 weeks. The dosage may be increased by increments of 50 mg or less every 4 weeks until an optimal therapeutic effect is obtained. 1 Clinical experience with haloperidol decanoate at a dosage greater than 450 mg every 4 weeks has been limited. 2.2 Recommended Supplemental Immediate-release Oral Haloperidol Therapy If schizophrenia symptoms worsen during dosage modification of haloperidol decanoate, consider administering an immediate-release oral haloperidol product in addition to haloperidol decanoate therapy. 2.3 Preparation Instructions Visually inspect haloperidol decanoate for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration. Do not use if the solution has debris or is not clear or not yellow to light amber in color.
Warnings & Precautions
Sudden Death, Torsades de Pointes (TdP), and QTc Interval Prolongation: Avoid use of haloperidol decanoate in patients who are at risk of developing TdP. Avoid concomitant use of haloperidol decanoate with drugs that may increase risk of QTc interval prolongation or increase haloperidol exposure. Obtain ECG and serum electrolytes at baseline and during treatment as clinically indicated (5.2). Tachycardia and Hypotension: Monitor orthostatic vital signs (5.3). Cerebrovascular Adverse Reactions Including Stroke in Elderly Patients with Dementia-Related Psychosis: Use with caution in patients with schizophrenia who have risk factors for cerebrovascular adverse reactions (5.4). Tardive Dyskinesia: Discontinue treatment if clinically appropriate (5.5). Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS): Immediately discontinue and monitor closely (5.6). Seizures: Haloperidol decanoate injection is generally not recommended in patients receiving antiseizure drugs or who have a history of seizures or EEG abnormalities. If clinically, indicated, maintain patients taking haloperidol decanoate on adequate antiseizure therapy (5.8). Potential for Cognitive and Motor Impairment: Advise patients to not drive a motor vehicle or operate hazardous machinery until they are reasonably certain haloperidol decanoate does not impair their cognitive and motor functions (5.11). Risk of Encephalopathic Syndrome with Concomitant Use of Lithium: Monitor closely for early signs of neurological toxicity and discontinue haloperidol decanoate if such signs appear (5.12). Leukopenia, Neutropenia, and Agranulocytosis: Perform complete blood counts (CBC) in patients with pre-existing low white blood cell count (WBC) or history of leukopenia or neutropenia. Consider discontinuing haloperidol decanoate if clinically significant decline in WBC occurs in absence of other causative factors. Discontinue haloperidol decanoate in patients with clinically significant neutropenia or an absolute neutrophile count of <1,000/mm 3 (5.13). Hyperprolactinemia: Elevated prolactin levels may occur during acute and chronic use (5.14). 5.1 Increased Mortality in Elderly Patients with Dementia-Related Psychosis Elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis treated with antipsychotic drugs are at an increased risk of death. In an analysis of 17 placebo-controlled trials (modal duration of 10 weeks), largely in patients taking atypical antipsychotic drugs, the risk of death in antipsychotic drug-treated patients was 1.6 to 1.7 times the risk of death in placebo-treated patients. Over the course of a typical 10-week controlled trial, the incidence of death in antipsychotic drug-treated patients was about 4.5%, compared to an incidence of about 2.6% in placebo-treated patients. Although the causes of death were varied, most of the deaths appeared to be either cardiovascular (e.g., heart failure, sudden death) or infectious (e.g., pneumonia) in nature. Haloperidol decanoate injection is not approved for the treatment of patients with dementia-related psychosis [see Indications and Usage (1)] . 5.2 Sudden Death, Torsades de Pointes, and QTc Interval Prolongation Cases of sudden death, torsades de pointes (TdP) and QTc interval prolongation have been reported in haloperidol-treated patients [see Adverse Reactions (6.1, 6.2)] . Cases have been reported even in the absence of predisposing factors. Higher than recommended haloperidol dosages were associated with a higher risk of TdP and QTc interval prolongation. Avoid use of haloperidol decanoate in patients who are at significant risk of developing TdP including those with congenital long QT syndrome, uncontrolled or significant cardiac disease, recent myocardial infarction, ischemic cardiomyopathy, unstable angina, bradyarrhythmias, uncontrolled hypertension, high degree atrioventricular block, severe aortic stenosis, or uncontrolled hypothyroidism. Avoid the concomitant use of haloperidol decanoate with drugs that may increase the risk of the QTc interval prolongation or increase haloperidol exposure. Assess the QTc interval via an ECG at baseline, and during treatment as clinically indicated. Obtain serum electrolytes (including potassium, calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium) at baseline and during treatment as clinically indicated, and correct electrolyte abnormalities. 5.3 Tachycardia and Hypotension Tachycardia and hypotension (including orthostatic hypotension) have been reported in patients treated with haloperidol [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)] . Orthostatic vital signs should be monitored in patients who are at risk for hypotension (e.g., geriatric patients, patients with dehydration, hypovolemia, and concomitantly treated with antihypertensive medications), patients with known cardiovascular disease (history of myocardial infarction, ischemic heart disease, heart failure, or conduction abnormalities), and patients with cerebrovascular disease. Should hypotension occur and a vasopressor be required, epinephrine must not be used since haloperidol decanoate may block its vasopressor activity, and paradoxically lower blood pressure. Instead, metaraminol, phenylephrine or norepinephrine should be used. 5.4 Cerebrovascular Adverse Reactions Including Stroke in Elderly Patients with Dementia-Related Psychosis In placebo-controlled trials, elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis treated with antipsychotics had an increased risk of cerebrovascular adverse reactions (e.g., stroke, transient ischemic attack) including fatalities, compared to those treated with placebo. The mechanism for this increased risk is not known. Haloperidol decanoate injection is not approved for the treatment of patients with dementia-related psychosis. Haloperidol decanoate should be used with caution in patients with schizophrenia who have risk factors for cerebrovascular adverse reactions. 5.5 Tardive Dyskinesia Tardive dyskinesia (TD) may develop in patients treated with antipsychotic drugs, including haloperidol decanoate [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)]. TD can develop after a relatively brief treatment period at low dosages and may also occur after discontinuation of treatment. If antipsychotic treatment is discontinued, TD may partially or completely remit. Antipsychotic treatment, however, may suppress or partially suppress the signs and symptoms of TD and may mask the underlying process. The effect that symptomatic suppression has upon the long-term course of TD is unknown. The TD risk in patients treated with antipsychotic drugs appears to be highest among the elderly, especially elderly women, but it is not possible to predict, which patients are likely to develop TD. The TD risk and the likelihood that TD will become irreversible increase with the duration of antipsychotic drug treatment and the cumulative dosage. In patients who require chronic antipsychotic treatment, use the lowest dosage and the shortest duration of treatment that produces a satisfactory clinical response. Periodically reassess the need for continued treatment. If signs and symptoms of TD appear in haloperidol decanoate-treated patients, consider drug discontinuation. However, some patients may require haloperidol decanoate treatment despite the presence of TD. 5.6 Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS), a potentially fatal symptom complex, has been reported in association with the use of antipsychotic drugs [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)] . Clinical manifestations of NMS are hyperpyrexia, muscle rigidity, delirium, and autonomic instability, and additional signs may include elevated creatine phosphokinase, myoglobinuria (rhabdomyolysis), and acute renal failure. If NMS is suspected, immediately discontinue haloperidol decanoate and provide intensive symptomatic treatment and monitoring. 5.7 Neurological Adverse Reactions in Patients with Parkinson’s Disease or Dementia with Lewy Bodies Patients with Parkinson's disease or Dementia with Lewy bodies may experience increased sensitivity to haloperidol. Manifestations of this increased sensitivity include severe extrapyramidal symptoms (e.g., tremor, rigidity, bradykinesia), confusion, sedation, and falls. Haloperidol decanoate injection is contraindicated in patients with Dementia with Lewy bodies and in patients with Parkinson's disease. 5.8 Seizures Haloperidol decanoate may lower the seizure threshold. Haloperidol decanoate injection is generally not recommended in patients receiving antiseizure drugs or have a history of seizures or EEG abnormalities. If clinically indicated, maintain patients taking haloperidol decanoate on adequate antiseizure therapy. 5.9 Hypersensitivity Reactions There have been postmarketing reports of hypersensitivity reactions with haloperidol including anaphylactic reaction, angioedema, dermatitis exfoliative, hypersensitivity vasculitis, rash, urticaria, face edema, laryngeal edema, bronchospasm, and laryngospasm [see Adverse Reactions (6.2)]. Haloperidol decanoate injection is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to haloperidol or any components of haloperidol decanoate. 5.10 Falls Antipsychotics, including haloperidol decanoate, may cause somnolence, orthostatic hypotension, motor instability and sensory abnormality, which may lead to falls and, consequently, fractures and other injuries. If patients have a condition (or take concomitant drugs) that could exacerbate these effects, complete fall risk assessments when initiating haloperidol decanoate treatment and periodically during long-term treatment. 5.11 Potential for Cognitive and Motor Impairment Haloperidol decanoate may impair judgement, thinking, or motor skills. Inform patients of the risk and advise them to not drive a motor vehicle or operate hazardous machinery until they are reasonably certain that treatment with haloperidol decanoate does not impair their cognitive and motor functions. 5.12 Risk of Encephalopathic Syndrome with Concomitant Use of Lithium An encephalopathic syndrome, characterized by weakness, lethargy, fever, tremulousness, confusion, extrapyramidal symptoms, leukocytosis, and elevated serum enzymes (AST, ALT, GGT, alkaline phosphatase, CK, and LDH), BUN, and fasting blood sugar, followed by irreversible brain damage has occurred in a few patients treated with concomitant haloperidol and lithium. Monitor patients who concomitantly use haloperidol decanoate and lithium closely for early signs of neurological toxicity, and discontinue haloperidol decanoate or both haloperidol decanoate and lithium promptly if such signs appear. 5.13 Leukopenia, Neutropenia, and Agranulocytosis Leukopenia, neutropenia and agranulocytosis (including fatal cases) have been reported during treatment with antipsychotic drugs, including haloperidol decanoate [see Adverse Reactions (6.2)]. Possible risk factors for antipsychotic drug-associated leukopenia and neutropenia include pre-existing low WBC and history of drug-induced leukopenia and neutropenia. Perform frequent complete blood count (CBC) monitoring during the first few months of haloperidol decanoate therapy in patients with a history of a clinically significant low WBC, drug-induced leukopenia or neutropenia. Consider discontinuing haloperidol decanoate in patients who have a clinically significant decline in their WBC in the absence of other causative factors. Discontinue haloperidol decanoate in patients with clinically significant neutropenia or an absolute neutrophil count of <1,000/mm 3 and monitor closely until the neutropenia resolves. 5.14 Hyperprolactinemia Antipsychotic drugs elevate prolactin levels during acute and chronic use and may result in galactorrhea, amenorrhea, gynecomastia, and impotence which have been reported with antipsychotic drugs [see Adverse Reactions (6.1, 6.2) and Use in Specific Populations (8.3)] . Published epidemiologic studies have shown inconsistent results regarding the potential association between hyperprolactinemia and breast cancer [see Nonclinical Toxicology (13.1)] . 5.15 Risk of Severe Neurotoxicity in Patients with Thyrotoxicosis Severe neurotoxicity (rigidity, inability to walk or talk) may occur in patients with thyrotoxicosis who are also receiving antipsychotic drugs, including haloperidol decanoate.
Boxed Warning
INCREASED MORTALITY IN ELDERLY PATIENTS WITH DEMENTIA-RELATED PSYCHOSIS Elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis treated with antipsychotic drugs are at an increased risk of death. Haloperidol decanoate injection is not approved for the treatment of patients with dementia-related psychosis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)]. WARNING: INCREASED MORTALITY IN ELDERLY PATIENTS WITH DEMENTIA-RELATED PSYCHOSIS See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning. Elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis treated with antipsychotic drugs are at an increased risk of death. HALOPERIDOL DECANOATE INJECTION is not approved for the treatment of patients with dementia-related psychosis (5.1).
Contraindications
Haloperidol decanoate injection is contraindicated in patients with: Severe toxic central nervous system depression or comatose states from any cause. Known hypersensitivity to haloperidol or any components of haloperidol decanoate. Hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylactic reactions and angioedema, have been reported in patients treated with haloperidol [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9) and Adverse Reactions (6.2)]. Parkinson's disease [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7)]. Dementia with Lewy bodies [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7)]. Severe toxic central nervous system depression or comatose states from any cause (4). Known hypersensitivity to haloperidol or any components of haloperidol decanoate (4). Parkinson's disease (4, 5.7, 6.1). Dementia with Lewy bodies (4, 5.7).
Adverse Reactions
The following adverse reactions are discussed in more detail in other sections of the labeling: Sudden Death, Torsades de Pointes, and QTc Interval Prolongation [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)] Tachycardia and Hypotension [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)] Tardive Dyskinesia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5)] Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6)] Seizures [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8)] Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9)] Leukopenia, Neutropenia, and Agranulocytosis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.13)] Hyperprolactinemia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.14)] Risk of Severe Neurotoxicity in Patients with Thyrotoxicosis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.15)] The most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥5%) were oculogyric crisis and parkinsonism. To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Lifestar Pharma LLC at 1-888-995-4337 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 practice. Adverse Reactions Identified in Clinical Trials with haloperidol decanoate The data described below reflect exposure to 15 mg to 500 mg (1.7 times the maximum recommended dosage) of haloperidol decanoate monthly in 13 clinical trials of 410 adult patients with schizophrenia or an unapproved condition. These clinical trials comprised of: 1 double-blind, active comparator-controlled trial with fluphenazine decanoate (Trial 1). 2 trials comparing haloperidol decanoate to oral haloperidol (Trials 2 and 3). 9 open-label trials. 1 dose-response trial. The most common adverse reactions that occurred in ≥5% of haloperidol decanoate-treated patients in Trial 1 were Parkinsonism and oculogyric crisis. Adverse reactions that occurred in ≥1% of haloperidol decanoate-treated patients in Trial 1 are shown in Table 2. Trial 1 was not designed to evaluate meaningful comparisons of the incidence of adverse reactions in the haloperidol decanoate and fluphenazine decanoate treatment groups. Table 2: Adverse Reactions that Occurred in ≥ 1% of haloperidol decanoate-treated Patients and Fluphenazine Decanoate-treated Patients in Trial 1 a Haloperidol decanoate (n=36) Fluphenazine decanoate (n=36) Extrapyramidal disorder: Parkinsonism 31% 44% Oculogyric crisis 6% 0% Akinesia 3% 22% Akathisia 3% 14% Tremor 3% 0% Abdominal pain 3% 0% Headache 3% 0% a The study was not designed to evaluate meaningful comparisons of the incidence of adverse reactions in the haloperidol decanoate and the fluphenazine decanoate treatment groups. Less common adverse reactions (<1%) that occurred in Trial 1 and other adverse reactions that occurred in Trials 2 and 3, and open-label and dose-response clinical trials of haloperidol decanoate are listed below. Cardiac Disorders: Tachycardia Endocrine Disorders: Hyperprolactinemia Eye Disorders: Vision blurred Gastrointestinal Disorders: Constipation, Dry mouth, Salivary hypersecretion General Disorders and Administration Site Conditions: Weight increased, Injection site reaction Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue Disorders: Muscle rigidity Nervous System Disorders: Dyskinesia, Dystonia, Cogwheel rigidity, Hypertonia, Masked facies, Sedation, Somnolence Reproductive System Disorders: Erectile dysfunction Adverse Reactions Identified in Clinical Trials with Immediate-Release Haloperidol Products Based on clinical trials with immediate-release haloperidol products that included 1,579 patients, the following adverse reactions were reported: Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue Disorders: Torticollis, Trismus, Muscle twitching Nervous System Disorders: Neuroleptic malignant syndrome, Tardive dyskinesia, Bradykinesia, Hyperkinesia, Hypokinesia, Dizziness, Nystagmus Psychiatric Disorders: Loss of libido, Restlessness Reproductive System and Breast Disorders: Amenorrhea, Galactorrhea, Dysmenorrhea, Menorrhagia, Breast discomfort Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue Disorders: Acneiform skin reactions Vascular Disorders: Hypotension, Orthostatic hypotension 6.2 Postmarketing Experience The following adverse reactions have been identified during post-approval use of haloperidol, including haloperidol decanoate. 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: Pancytopenia, Agranulocytosis, Thrombocytopenia, Leukopenia, Neutropenia Cardiac Disorders: Ventricular fibrillation, Torsade de pointes, Ventricular tachycardia, Extrasystoles, QTc interval prolongation Endocrine Disorders: Inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion Gastrointestinal Disorders: Vomiting, Nausea General Disorders and Administration Site Conditions: Sudden death, Face edema, Edema, Hyperthermia, Hypothermia, Injection site abscess, Weight decreased Hepatobiliary Disorders: Acute hepatic failure, Hepatitis, Cholestasis, Jaundice, Liver function test abnormal Immune System Disorders: Anaphylactic reaction, Hypersensitivity Metabolic and Nutritional Disorders: Hypoglycemia Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue Disorders: Rhabdomyolysis Nervous System Disorders: Convulsion, Opisthotonus, Tardive dystonia Pregnancy, Puerperium and Perinatal Conditions: Neonatal drug withdrawal syndrome Psychiatric Disorders: Agitation, Confusional state, Depression, Insomnia Renal and Urinary Disorders: Urinary retention Reproductive System and Breast Disorders: Priapism, Gynecomastia Respiratory, Thoracic and Mediastinal Disorders: Laryngeal edema, Bronchospasm, Laryngospasm, Dyspnea Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue Disorders: Angioedema, Dermatitis exfoliative, Hypersensitivity vasculitis, Photosensitivity reaction, Urticaria, Pruritus, Rash, Hyperhidrosis
Drug Interactions
Drugs that Prolong QTc Interval: Avoid concomitant use with haloperidol decanoate (7.1). See full prescribing information for additional clinically significant drug interactions with haloperidol decanoate (7.2). 7.1 Drugs that Prolong the QTc Interval Avoid concomitant use of haloperidol decanoate with other drugs with a known potential to prolong the QTc interval. If concomitant use cannot be avoided [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)] : Obtain ECGs when initiating and during concomitant use as clinically indicated. Obtain serum electrolytes (including potassium, calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium) when initiating and during concomitant use as clinically indicated. QTc interval prolongation has been observed with haloperidol decanoate treatment. Concomitant use of haloperidol decanoate with other products that prolong the QTc interval may result in a greater increase in the QTc interval, and adverse reactions associated with QTc interval prolongation, including torsade de pointes, other serious arrythmias, and sudden death [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)]. 7.2 Other Clinically Significant Drug Interactions Table 3 describes other clinically significant drug interactions of haloperidol decanoate. Table 3: Other Clinically Significant Drugs Interactions 1 CNS Depressants Clinical Impact Haloperidol may potentiate CNS depressants. Prevention or Management Avoid concomitant use of haloperidol decanoate with CNS depressants such as anesthetics, opioids, and alcohol. CYP3A4 and/or CYP2D6 Inhibitors Clinical Impact CYP3A4 and/or CYP2D6 inhibitors increase haloperidol exposure (haloperidol is a CYP3A4 and CYP2D6 substrate) [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. Concomitant use of haloperidol decanoate and CYP3A4 and/or CYP2D6 inhibitors may increase the risk of haloperidol-associated adverse reactions. Prevention or Management Monitor for signs or symptoms of increased or prolonged pharmacologic effects of haloperidol. Decrease the dosage of haloperidol decanoate as clinically necessary. CYP3A4 Inducers Clinical Impact CYP3A4 inducers decrease haloperidol exposure (haloperidol is a CYP3A4 substrate) [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)] . Concomitant use of haloperidol decanoate with CYP3A4 inducers may reduce the effectiveness of haloperidol decanoate. Prevention or Management Monitor patients and if necessary, increase the dosage of haloperidol decanoate. CYP2D6 Substrates Clinical Impact Haloperidol is a CYP2D6 inhibitor. Plasma concentrations of CYP2D6 substrates may increase when they are concomitantly administered with haloperidol decanoate. Prevention or Management Monitor plasma concentrations of the CYP2D6 substrate, if possible. Consider reducing the dosage of the CYP2D6 substrate, if necessary. Refer to the Prescribing Information of the CYP2D6 substrate. Dopaminergic Drugs Clinical Impact Haloperidol may antagonize the effects of levodopa, dopamine agonists, and other drugs intended to increase dopamine levels. Prevention or Management Haloperidol decanoate injection is contraindicated in patients with Parkinson's disease and dementia with Lewy bodies. For conditions other than Parkinson's disease and dementia with Lewy bodies, when possible, avoid concomitant use of haloperidol decanoate with dopaminergic drugs [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7)] . Anticholinergic Drugs Clinical Impact The healthcare provider should keep in mind the possible increase in intraocular pressure when anticholinergic drugs are administered concomitantly with haloperidol decanoate. Prevention or Management Monitor and manage patients as clinically appropriate. Lithium Clinical Impact Concomitant use of haloperidol decanoate with lithium may cause an encephalopathic syndrome followed by irreversible brain damage [see Warnings and Precautions (5.12)] . Prevention or Management Monitor patients who concomitantly use haloperidol decanoate with lithium closely for early signs of neurological toxicity, and discontinue haloperidol decanoate or both haloperidol decanoate and lithium promptly if such signs appear. 1 See www.fda.gov/CYPandTransporterInteractingDrugs for examples of CYP3A4 and/or CYP2D6 inhibitors, CYP3A4 inducers, and CYP2D6 substrates.
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