Sunday, 29 July 2012

Feiba NF


Pronunciation: koe-AG-ue-lant
Generic Name: Anti-Inhibitor Coagulant Complex
Brand Name: Feiba NF and Feiba VH Immuno

Serious blood clots, heart attack, and stroke have occurred in patients using Feiba NF. The risk of blood clots may be greater in patients who use high doses of Feiba NF. It may also be greater in the elderly, newborns, and in patients who have other risk factors of developing blood clots (eg, history of coronary heart disease, liver disease, disseminated intravascular coagulation [DIC]). Patients who are confined to a bed or chair for a period of time after surgery may also have a greater risk of developing blood clots. Discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor.





Feiba NF is used for:

Controlling bleeding episodes or bleeding during surgery in patients who have hemophilia A or B with inhibitors. It should not be used to treat patients with other bleeding disorders. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.


Feiba NF is a clotting factor. It works by correcting the clotting defect, which allows blood clots to form.


Do NOT use Feiba NF if:


  • you are allergic to any ingredient in Feiba NF

  • you have normal blood clotting

  • you have bleeding episodes caused by hemophilia A or B without inhibitors or bleeding episodes caused by other clotting factor deficiencies

  • you have DIC or symptoms of DIC (eg, unusual bruising or bleeding; arm or leg pain, swelling, redness, or tenderness; shortness of breath; coughing up blood; chest pain)

  • you are taking an antifibrinolytic (eg, aminocaproic acid, tranexamic acid)

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.



Before using Feiba NF:


Some medical conditions may interact with Feiba NF. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:


  • if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding

  • if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement

  • if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances

  • if you have certain blood conditions other than hemophilia (eg, acquired fibrinolytic bleeding; acquired inhibitors against clotting factors VIII, IX, or XII), have had a recent heart attack, blood clots, or if you are at risk of developing blood clots

  • if you have an infection in the blood, a certain kind of injury (crush injury), or a history of coronary heart disease, hardening or narrowing of blood vessels, liver problems, blood infection, or DIC

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Feiba NF. Tell your heath care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:


  • Antifibrinolytics (eg, aminocaproic acid, tranexamic acid) or recombinant factor VIIa because it may increase the risk of Feiba NF's side effects

How to use Feiba NF:


Use Feiba NF as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.


  • Feiba NF is usually administered as an injection at your doctor's office, hospital, or clinic. If you are using Feiba NF at home, carefully follow the injection procedures taught to you by your health care provider.

  • If Feiba NF contains particles or is discolored, or if the vial is cracked or damaged in any way, do not use it.

  • To use Feiba NF, allow both vials to reach room temperature.

  • Do not shake Feiba NF. Swirl gently to mix.

  • Do not use Feiba NF beyond the expiration date on the container.

  • Any leftover medicine or supplies used with Feiba NF should be placed in a plastic bag and disposed of as instructed by your doctor or pharmacist.

  • Keep this product, as well as syringes and needles, out of the reach of children and away from pets. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials.

  • If you miss a dose of Feiba NF, contact your doctor immediately.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Feiba NF.



Important safety information:


  • Dizziness may occur while you are using Feiba NF. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to Feiba NF. Using Feiba NF alone, with certain other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or perform other potentially dangerous tasks.

  • Feiba NF is made from human blood. There is a rare risk of getting a viral disease (eg, hepatitis, parvovirus B19) or a central nervous system disease called Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease from products made from human blood. Steps are taken by the manufacturer to decrease the risk of getting such a disease from Feiba NF; however, this may still rarely occur. Discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor.

  • Contact your doctor if you develop symptoms of hepatitis A or parvovirus B19. Symptoms of hepatitis A may include loss of appetite, tiredness, and low-grade fever followed by nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain. Symptoms of parvovirus B19 may include fever, drowsiness, chills, and runny nose followed about 2 weeks later by rash and joint pain.

  • Lab tests, including blood pressure monitoring, fibrinogen counts, and platelet counts, may be performed to monitor your progress or to check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.

  • Use Feiba NF with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially blood clots.

  • Use Feiba NF with extreme caution in NEWBORNS. Safety and effectiveness in this age group have not been confirmed. Newborns may be at higher risk of blood clots.

  • PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Feiba NF while you are pregnant. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Feiba NF, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.


Possible side effects of Feiba NF:


All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:



Injection-site pain.



Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); dark urine; decreased sense of touch; decreased urination; difficulty swallowing; dizziness; fainting; flushing; symptoms of heart attack (eg, chest, jaw, or left arm pain; numbness of an arm or leg; sudden, severe headache or vomiting; vision problems); symptoms of serious blood clot (eg, arm or leg pain; swelling, redness, or tenderness; shortness of breath; coughing up blood; chest pain; change in pulse rate; dizziness; severe or persistent headache); symptoms of stroke (eg, confusion, one-sided weakness, vision problems, slurred speech); unusual bruising or bleeding; unusual, persistent, or severe headache; weakness; yellowing of the skin or eyes.



This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.


See also: Feiba NF side effects (in more detail)


If OVERDOSE is suspected:


Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include symptoms of heart attack (eg, chest, jaw, or left arm pain; numbness of an arm or leg; sudden, severe headache or vomiting; vision problems); symptoms of serious blood clot (eg, arm or leg pain, swelling, redness, or tenderness; shortness of breath; coughing up blood; chest pain; change in pulse rate; dizziness; severe or persistent headache); symptoms of stroke (eg, confusion, one-sided weakness, vision problems, slurred speech).


Proper storage of Feiba NF:

Feiba NF is usually handled and stored by a health care provider. If you are using Feiba NF at home, store Feiba NF as directed by your pharmacist or health care provider. Keep Feiba NF out of the reach of children and away from pets.


General information:


  • If you have any questions about Feiba NF, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

  • Feiba NF is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.

  • If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

  • Check with your pharmacist about how to dispose of unused medicine.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Feiba NF. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.



Issue Date: February 1, 2012

Database Edition 12.1.1.002

Copyright © 2012 Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc.

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Saturday, 28 July 2012

Glyburide Micronized




Dosage Form: tablets

Glyburide Micronized Description


Glyburide tablets (micronized), USP contain smaller particle size. Glyburide is an oral blood-glucose-lowering drug of the sulfonylurea class. Glyburide is a white, crystalline compound. Each tablet, for oral administration, contains 1.5 mg, 3 mg, or 6 mg of glyburide. Inactive ingredients: microcrystalline cellulose, pregelatinized starch, sodium starch glycolate, colloidal silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate. In addition, the 3 mg, and 6 mg strengths contain FD&C Blue No. 1 and FD&C Blue No. 2. The chemical name for glyburide is 1-[[p-[2-(5-Chloro-o-anisamido)ethyl]phenyl]sulfonyl]-3-cyclohexylurea. The molecular formula is C23H28ClN3O5S, and the molecular weight is 494.01. The structural formula is represented below:




Glyburide Micronized - Clinical Pharmacology



Actions


Glyburide appears to lower the blood glucose acutely by stimulating the release of insulin from the pancreas, an effect dependent upon functioning beta cells in the pancreatic islets. The mechanism by which glyburide lowers blood glucose during long-term administration has not been clearly established. With chronic administration in Type II diabetic patients, the blood glucose lowering effect persists despite a gradual decline in the insulin secretory response to the drug. Extrapancreatic effects may be involved in the mechanism of action of oral sulfonylurea hypoglycemic drugs. The combination of glyburide and metformin may have a synergistic effect, since both agents act to improve glucose tolerance by different but complementary mechanisms.


Some patients who are initially responsive to oral hypoglycemic drugs, including glyburide, may become unresponsive or poorly responsive over time. Alternatively, glyburide may be effective in some patients who have become unresponsive to one or more other sulfonylurea drugs.


In addition to its blood glucose lowering actions, glyburide produces a mild diuresis by enhancement of renal free water clearance. Disulfiram-like reactions have very rarely been reported in patients treated with glyburide.



Pharmacokinetics


Single dose studies with glyburide tablets (micronized) in normal subjects demonstrate significant absorption of glyburide within one hour, peak drug levels at about two to three hours, and low but detectable levels at twenty-four hours.


Bioavailability studies have demonstrated that glyburide tablets (micronized) 3 mg provide serum glyburide concentrations that are not bioequivalent to those from nonmicronized glyburide tablets 5 mg. Therefore, the patient should be retitrated.


In a single-dose bioavailability study (see Figure A) in which subjects received glyburide tablets (micronized) 3 mg and nonmicronized glyburide tablets 5 mg with breakfast, the peak of the mean serum glyburide concentration-time curve was 97.2 ng/mL for glyburide tablets (micronized) 3 mg and 87.5 ng/mL for nonmicronized glyburide tablets 5 mg. The mean of the individual maximum serum concentration values of glyburide (Cmax) from glyburide tablets (micronized) 3 mg was 106 ng/mL and that from nonmicronized glyburide tablets 5 mg was 104 ng/mL. The mean glyburide area under the serum concentration-time curve (AUC) for this study was 568 ng x hr/mL for glyburide tablets (micronized) 3 mg and 746 ng x hr/mL for nonmicronized glyburide tablets 5 mg.



Mean serum levels of glyburide, as reflected by areas under the serum concentration-time curve, increase in proportion to corresponding increases in dose. Multiple dose studies with glyburide in diabetic patients demonstrate drug level concentration-time curves similar to single dose studies, indicating no buildup of drug in tissue depots.


In a steady-state study in diabetic patients receiving glyburide tablets (micronized) 6 mg once daily or glyburide tablets (micronized) 3 mg twice daily, no difference was seen between the two dosage regimens in average 24 hour glyburide concentrations following two weeks of dosing. The once-daily and twice-daily regimens provided equivalent glucose control as measured by fasting plasma glucose levels, 4 hour postprandial glucose AUC values, and 24 hour glucose AUC values. Insulin AUC response over the 24 hour period was not different for the two regimens. There were differences in insulin response between the regimens for the breakfast and supper 4 hour postprandial periods, but these did not translate into differences in glucose control.


The serum concentration of glyburide in normal subjects decreased with a half-life of about four hours.


In single dose studies in fasting normal subjects who were administered nonmicronized glyburide tablets in doses ranging from 1.25 mg to 5 mg, the degree and duration of blood glucose lowering is proportional to the dose administered and to the area under the drug level concentration-time curve. The blood glucose lowering effect persists for 24 hours following single morning doses in nonfasting diabetic patients. Under conditions of repeated administration in diabetic patients, however, there is no reliable correlation between blood drug levels and fasting blood glucose levels. A one year study of diabetic patients treated with glyburide showed no reliable correlation between administered dose and serum drug level.


The major metabolite of glyburide is the 4-trans-hydroxy derivative. A second metabolite, the 3-cis-hydroxy derivative, also occurs. These metabolites probably contribute no significant hypoglycemic action in humans since they are only weakly active (1/400th and 1/40th as active, respectively, as glyburide) in rabbits.


Glyburide is excreted as metabolites in the bile and urine, approximately 50% by each route. This dual excretory pathway is qualitatively different from that of other sulfonylureas, which are excreted primarily in the urine.


Sulfonylurea drugs are extensively bound to serum proteins. Displacement from protein binding sites by other drugs may lead to enhanced hypoglycemic action. In vitro, the protein binding exhibited by glyburide is predominantly non-ionic, whereas that of other sulfonylureas (chlorpropamide, tolbutamide, tolazamide) is predominantly ionic. Acidic drugs such as phenylbutazone, warfarin, and salicylates displace the ionic-binding sulfonylureas from serum proteins to a far greater extent than the non-ionic binding glyburide. It has not been shown that this difference in protein binding will result in fewer drug-drug interactions with glyburide in clinical use.



Indications and Usage for Glyburide Micronized


Glyburide tablets (micronized) are indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.



Contraindications


Glyburide tablets (micronized) are contraindicated in patients with:


  1. Known hypersensitivity or allergy to the drug.

  2. Diabetic ketoacidosis, with or without coma. This condition should be treated with insulin.

  3. Type I diabetes mellitus.


SPECIAL WARNING ON INCREASED RISK OF CARDIOVASCULAR MORTALITY


The administration of oral hypoglycemic drugs has been reported to be associated with increased cardiovascular mortality as compared to treatment with diet alone or diet plus insulin. This warning is based on the study conducted by the University Group Diabetes Program (UGDP), a long-term prospective clinical trial designed to evaluate the effectiveness of glucose-lowering drugs in preventing or delaying vascular complications in patients with non-insulin-dependent diabetes. The study involved 823 patients who were randomly assigned to one of four treatment groups (Diabetes, 19 (Suppl. 2):747-830, 1970).


UGDP reported that patients treated for 5 to 8 years with diet plus a fixed dose of tolbutamide (1.5 grams per day) had a rate of cardiovascular mortality approximately 2 1/2 times that of patients treated with diet alone. A significant increase in total mortality was not observed, but the use of tolbutamide was discontinued based on the increase in cardiovascular mortality, thus limiting the opportunity for the study to show an increase in overall mortality. Despite controversy regarding the interpretation of these results, the findings of the UGDP study provide an adequate basis for this warning. The patient should be informed of the potential risks and advantages of glyburide (micronized) and of alternative modes of therapy.


Although only one drug in the sulfonylurea class (tolbutamide) was included in this study, it is prudent from a safety standpoint to consider that this warning may also apply to other oral hypoglycemic drugs in this class, in view of their close similarities in mode of action and chemical structure.



Precautions



Macrovascular Outcomes


There have been no clinical studies establishing conclusive evidence of macrovascular risk reduction with glyburide (micronized) or any other antidiabetic drug.


Bioavailability studies have demonstrated that glyburide tablets (micronized) 3 mg provide serum glyburide concentrations that are not bioequivalent to those from nonmicronized glyburide tablets 5 mg. Therefore, patients should be retitrated when transferred from nonmicronized glyburide or other oral hypoglycemic agents.



General


Hypoglycemia

All sulfonylureas are capable of producing severe hypoglycemia. Proper patient selection and dosage and instructions are important to avoid hypoglycemic episodes. Renal or hepatic insufficiency may cause elevated drug levels of glyburide and the latter may also diminish gluconeogenic capacity, both of which increase the risk of serious hypoglycemic reactions. Elderly, debilitated or malnourished patients, and those with adrenal or pituitary insufficiency, are particularly susceptible to the hypoglycemic action of glucose-lowering drugs. Hypoglycemia may be difficult to recognize in the elderly and in people who are taking beta-adrenergic blocking drugs. Hypoglycemia is more likely to occur when caloric intake is deficient, after severe or prolonged exercise, when alcohol is ingested, or when more than one glucose lowering drug is used. The risk of hypoglycemia may be increased with combination therapy.


Loss of Control of Blood Glucose

When a patient stabilized on any diabetic regimen is exposed to stress such as fever, trauma, infection or surgery, a loss of control may occur. At such times it may be necessary to discontinue glyburide (micronized) and administer insulin.


The effectiveness of any hypoglycemic drug, including glyburide (micronized), in lowering blood glucose to a desired level decreases in many patients over a period of time which may be due to progression of the severity of diabetes or to diminished responsiveness to the drug. This phenomenon is known as secondary failure, to distinguish it from primary failure in which the drug is ineffective in an individual patient when glyburide (micronized) is first given. Adequate adjustment of dose and adherence to diet should be assessed before classifying a patient as a secondary failure.


Hemolytic Anemia

Treatment of patients with glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6DP) deficiency with sulfonylurea agents can lead to hemolytic anemia. Because glyburide (micronized) belongs to the class of sulfonylurea agents, caution should be used in patients with G6PD deficiency and a non-sulfonylurea alternative should be considered. In postmarketing reports, hemolytic anemia has also been reported in patients who did not have known G6PD deficiency.



Information for Patients


Patients should be informed of the potential risks and advantages of glyburide (micronized) and of alternative modes of therapy. They also should be informed about the importance of adherence to dietary instructions, of a regular exercise program, and of regular testing of urine and/or blood glucose.


The risks of hypoglycemia, its symptoms and treatment, and conditions that predispose to its development should be explained to patients and responsible family members. Primary and secondary failure also should be explained.



Physician Counseling Information for Patients


In initiating treatment for type 2 diabetes, diet should be emphasized as the primary form of treatment. Caloric restriction and weight loss are essential in the obese diabetic patient. Proper dietary management alone may be effective in controlling the blood glucose and symptoms of hyperglycemia. The importance of regular physical activity should also be stressed, and cardiovascular risk factors should be identified and corrective measures taken where possible. Use of glyburide (micronized) or other antidiabetic medications must be viewed by both the physician and patient as a treatment in addition to diet and not as a substitution or as a convenient mechanism for avoiding dietary restraint. Furthermore, loss of blood glucose control on diet alone may be transient, thus requiring only short-term administration of glyburide (micronized) or other antidiabetic medications. Maintenance or discontinuation of glyburide (micronized) or other antidiabetic medications should be based on clinical judgment using regular clinical and laboratory evaluations.



Laboratory Tests


Therapeutic response to glyburide tablets (micronized) should be monitored by frequent urine glucose tests and periodic blood glucose tests. Measurement of glycosylated hemoglobin levels may be helpful in some patients.



Drug Interactions


The hypoglycemic action of sulfonylureas may be potentiated by certain drugs including non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents and other drugs that are highly protein bound, salicylates, sulfonamides, chloramphenicol, probenecid, coumarins, monoamine oxidase inhibitors, and beta adrenergic blocking agents. When such drugs are administered to a patient receiving glyburide, the patient should be observed closely for hypoglycemia. When such drugs are withdrawn from a patient receiving glyburide, the patient should be observed closely for loss of control.


Certain drugs tend to produce hyperglycemia and may lead to loss of control. These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel blocking drugs, and isoniazid. When such drugs are administered to a patient receiving glyburide, the patient should be closely observed for loss of control. When such drugs are withdrawn from a patient receiving glyburide, the patient should be observed closely for hypoglycemia.


A possible interaction between glyburide and ciprofloxacin, a fluoroquinolone antibiotic, has been reported, resulting in a potentiation of the hypoglycemic action of glyburide. The mechanism of action for this interaction is not known.


A potential interaction between oral miconazole and oral hypoglycemic agents leading to severe hypoglycemia has been reported. Whether this interaction also occurs with the intravenous, topical or vaginal preparations of miconazole is not known.


Metformin

In a single-dose interaction study in NIDDM subjects, decreases in glyburide AUC and Cmax were observed, but were highly variable. The single-dose nature of this study and the lack of correlation between glyburide blood levels and pharmacodynamic effects, makes the clinical significance of this interaction uncertain. Coadministration of glyburide and metformin did not result in any changes in either metformin pharmacokinetics or pharmacodynamics.



Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility


Studies in rats at doses up to 300 mg/kg/day for 18 months showed no carcinogenic effects. Glyburide is nonmutagenic when studied in the Salmonella microsome test (Ames test) and in the DNA damage/alkaline elution assay.


No drug-related effects were noted in any of the criteria evaluated in the two-year oncogenicity study of glyburide in mice.



Pregnancy


Teratogenic Effects

Pregnancy category B


Reproduction studies have been performed in rats and rabbits at doses up to 500 times the human dose and have revealed no evidence of impaired fertility or harm to the fetus due to glyburide. There are, however, no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. Because animal reproduction studies are not always predictive of human response, this drug should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed.


Because recent information suggests that abnormal blood glucose levels during pregnancy are associated with a higher incidence of congenital abnormalities, many experts recommend that insulin be used during pregnancy to maintain blood glucose as close to normal as possible.


Nonteratogenic Effects

Prolonged severe hypoglycemia (4 to 10 days) has been reported in neonates born to mothers who were receiving a sulfonylurea drug at the time of delivery. This has been reported more frequently with the use of agents with prolonged half-lives. If glyburide (micronized) is used during pregnancy, it should be discontinued at least two weeks before the expected delivery date.



Nursing Mothers


Although it is not known whether glyburide is excreted in human milk, some sulfonylurea drugs are known to be excreted in human milk. Because the potential for hypoglycemia in nursing infants may exist, a decision should be made whether to discontinue nursing or to discontinue the drug, taking into account the importance of the drug to the mother. If the drug is discontinued, and if diet alone is inadequate for controlling blood glucose, insulin therapy should be considered.



Pediatric Use


Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established.



Geriatric Use


Elderly patients are particularly susceptible to the hypoglycemic action of glucose lowering drugs. Hypoglycemia may be difficult to recognize in the elderly (see PRECAUTIONS). The initial and maintenance dosing should be conservative to avoid hypoglycemic reactions (see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION).


Elderly patients are prone to develop renal insufficiency, which may put them at risk of hypoglycemia. Dose selection should include assessment of renal function.



Adverse Reactions



Hypoglycemia


See PRECAUTIONS and OVERDOSAGE sections.



Gastrointestinal Reactions


Cholestatic jaundice and hepatitis may occur rarely; glyburide tablets (micronized) should be discontinued if this occurs.


Liver function abnormalities, including isolated transaminase elevations, have been reported.


Gastrointestinal disturbances, e.g., nausea, epigastric fullness, and heartburn are the most common reactions, having occurred in 1.8% of treated patients during clinical trials. They tend to be dose related and may disappear when dosage is reduced.



Dermatologic Reactions


Allergic skin reactions, e.g., pruritus, erythema, urticaria, and morbilliform or maculopapular eruptions occurred in 1.5% of treated patients during clinical trials. These may be transient and may disappear despite continued use of glyburide. If skin reactions persist, the drug should be discontinued.


Porphyria cutanea tarda and photosensitivity reactions have been reported with sulfonylureas.



Hematologic Reactions


Leukopenia, agranulocytosis, thrombocytopenia, hemolytic anemia, aplastic anemia, and pancytopenia have been reported with sulfonylureas.



Metabolic Reactions


Hepatic porphyria and disulfiram-like reactions have been reported with sulfonylureas; however, hepatic porphyria has not been reported with glyburide and disulfiram-like reactions have been reported very rarely.


Cases of hyponatremia have been reported with glyburide and all other sulfonylureas, most often in patients who are on other medications or have medical conditions known to cause hyponatremia or increase release of antidiuretic hormone. The syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) secretion has been reported with certain other sulfonylureas, and it has been suggested that these sulfonylureas may augment the peripheral (antidiuretic) action of ADH and/or increase release of ADH.



Other Reactions


Changes in accommodation and/or blurred vision have been reported with glyburide and other sulfonylureas. These are thought to be related to fluctuation in glucose levels.


In addition to dermatologic reactions, allergic reactions such as angioedema, arthralgia, myalgia and vasculitis have been reported.



Overdosage


Overdosage of sulfonylureas, including glyburide, can produce hypoglycemia. Mild hypoglycemic symptoms, without loss of consciousness or neurological findings, should be treated aggressively with oral glucose and adjustments in drug dosage and/or meal patterns. Close monitoring should continue until the physician is assured that the patient is out of danger. Severe hypoglycemic reactions with coma, seizure, or other neurological impairment occur infrequently, but constitute medical emergencies requiring immediate hospitalization. If hypoglycemic coma is diagnosed or suspected, the patient should be given a rapid intravenous injection of concentrated (50%) glucose solution. This should be followed by a continuous infusion of a more dilute (10%) glucose solution at a rate which will maintain the blood glucose at a level above 100 mg/dL. Patients should be closely monitored for a minimum of 24 to 48 hours, since hypoglycemia may recur after apparent clinical recovery.



Glyburide Micronized Dosage and Administration


Patients should be retitrated when transferred from nonmicronized glyburide tablets or other oral hypoglycemic agents.


There is no fixed dosage regimen for the management of diabetes mellitus with glyburide tablets (micronized), USP or any other hypoglycemic agent. In addition to the usual monitoring of urinary glucose, the patient’s blood glucose must also be monitored periodically to determine the minimum effective dose for the patient; to detect primary failure, i.e., inadequate lowering of blood glucose at the maximum recommended dose of medication; and to detect secondary failure, i.e., loss of adequate blood glucose lowering response after an initial period of effectiveness. Glycosylated hemoglobin levels may also be of value in monitoring the patient’s response to therapy.


Short-term administration of glyburide tablets (micronized), USP may be sufficient during periods of transient loss of control in patients usually controlled well on diet.



Usual Starting Dose


The suggested starting dose of glyburide tablets (micronized), USP is 1.5 to 3 mg daily, administered with breakfast or the first main meal. Those patients who may be more sensitive to hypoglycemic drugs should be started at 0.75 mg daily (see PRECAUTIONS section for patients at increased risk). Failure to follow an appropriate dosage regimen may precipitate hypoglycemia. Patients who do not adhere to their prescribed dietary and drug regimen are more prone to exhibit unsatisfactory response to therapy.



Transfer From Other Hypoglycemic Therapy; Patients Receiving Other Oral Antidiabetic Therapy


Patients should be retitrated when transferred from nonmicronized glyburide tablets or other oral hypoglycemic agents. The initial daily dose should be 1.5 to 3 mg. When transferring patients from oral hypoglycemic agents other than chlorpropamide to glyburide tablets (micronized), USP, no transition period and no initial or priming dose are necessary. When transferring patients from chlorpropamide, particular care should be exercised during the first two weeks because the prolonged retention of chlorpropamide in the body and subsequent overlapping drug effects may provoke hypoglycemia.



Patients Receiving Insulin


Some Type II diabetic patients being treated with insulin may respond satisfactorily to glyburide tablets (micronized), USP. If the insulin dose is less than 20 units daily, substitution of glyburide tablets (micronized), USP 1.5 to 3 mg as a single daily dose may be tried. If the insulin dose is between 20 and 40 units daily, the patient may be placed directly on glyburide tablets (micronized), USP 3 mg daily as a single dose. If the insulin dose is more than 40 units daily, a transition period is required for conversion to glyburide tablets (micronized), USP. In these patients, insulin dosage is decreased by 50% and glyburide tablets (micronized), USP 3 mg daily is started. Please refer to Titration to Maintenance Dose for further explanation.



Titration to Maintenance Dose


The usual maintenance dose is in the range of 0.75 to 12 mg daily, which may be given as a single dose or in divided doses (see Dosage Interval). Dosage increases should be made in increments of no more than 1.5 mg at weekly intervals based upon the patient’s blood glucose response.


No exact dosage relationship exists between glyburide tablets (micronized), USP and the other oral hypoglycemic agents, including nonmicronized glyburide tablets. Although patients may be transferred from the maximum dose of other sulfonylureas, the maximum starting dose of 3 mg of glyburide tablets (micronized), USP should be observed. A maintenance dose of 3 mg of glyburide tablets (micronized), USP provides approximately the same degree of blood glucose control as 250 to 375 mg chlorpropamide, 250 to 375 mg tolazamide, 5 mg of glyburide (nonmicronized tablets), 500 to 750 mg acetohexamide, or 1000 to 1500 mg tolbutamide.


When transferring patients receiving more than 40 units of insulin daily, they may be started on a daily dose of glyburide tablets (micronized), USP 3 mg concomitantly with a 50% reduction in insulin dose. Progressive withdrawal of insulin and increase of glyburide tablets (micronized), USP in increments of 0.75 to 1.5 mg every 2 to 10 days is then carried out. During this conversion period when both insulin and glyburide tablets (micronized), USP are being used, hypoglycemia may rarely occur. During insulin withdrawal, patients should test their urine for glucose and acetone at least three times daily and report results to their physician. The appearance of persistent acetonuria with glycosuria indicates that the patient is a Type I diabetic who requires insulin therapy.


Concomitant Glyburide and Metformin Therapy

Glyburide tablets (micronized), USP should be added gradually to the dosing regimen of patients who have not responded to the maximum dose of metformin monotherapy after four weeks (see Usual Starting Dose and Titration to Maintenance Dose). Refer to metformin package insert.


With concomitant glyburide and metformin therapy, the desired control of blood glucose may be obtained by adjusting the dose of each drug. However, attempts should be made to identify the optimal dose of each drug needed to achieve this goal. With concomitant glyburide and metformin therapy, the risk of hypoglycemia associated with sulfonylurea therapy continues and may be increased. Appropriate precautions should be taken (see PRECAUTIONS).



Maximum Dose


Daily doses of more than 12 mg are not recommended.



Dosage Interval


Once-a-day therapy is usually satisfactory. Some patients, particularly those receiving more than 6 mg daily, may have a more satisfactory response with twice-a-day dosage.



Specific Patient Populations


Glyburide tablets (micronized), USP are not recommended for use in pregnancy or for use in pediatric patients.


In elderly patients, debilitated or malnourished patients, and patients with impaired renal or hepatic function, the initial and maintenance dosing should be conservative to avoid hypoglycemic reactions (see PRECAUTIONS).



How is Glyburide Micronized Supplied


Glyburide tablets (micronized), USP are supplied as follows:


Glyburide tablets (micronized), USP 1.5 mg are white, oval-shaped, flat face, beveled-edge, compressed tablets, engraved with 1.5 | 034 on one side and stylized N on the reverse. They are supplied as follows:


NDC 0093-8034-01 bottles of 100


Glyburide tablets (micronized), USP 3 mg are pale-blue colored, oval-shaped, flat face, beveled-edge, compressed tablets, engraved with 3 | 035 on one side and stylized N on the reverse. They are supplied as follows:


NDC 0093-8035-01 bottles of 100


NDC 0093-8035-05 bottles of 500


NDC 0093-8035-10 bottles of 1000


Glyburide tablets (micronized), USP 6 mg are dark-blue colored, oval-shaped, flat face, beveled-edge, compressed tablets, engraved with 6 | 036 on one side and stylized N on the reverse. They are supplied as follows:


NDC 0093-8036-01 bottles of 100


The glyburide tablet (micronized), USP can be easily divided in half for a more flexible dosing regimen. Press gently on the score and the tablet will split in even halves.


Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F) [See USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Dispense in a tight, light-resistant container with safety closure. Keep container tightly closed.


Manufactured In Canada By:


NOVOPHARM LIMITED


Toronto, Canada M1B 2K9


Manufactured For:


TEVA PHARMACEUTICALS USA


Sellersville, PA 18960


Rev. D 2/2009








GLYBURIDE 
glyburide  tablet










Product Information
Product TypeHUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUGNDC Product Code (Source)0093-8034
Route of AdministrationORALDEA Schedule    























INGREDIENTS
Name (Active Moiety)TypeStrength
glyburide (glyburide)Active1.5 MILLIGRAM  In 1 TABLET
microcrystalline celluloseInactive 
pregelatinized starchInactive 
sodium starch glycolateInactive 
colloidal silicon dioxideInactive 
magnesium stearateInactive 






















Product Characteristics
ColorwhiteScore2 pieces
ShapeOVALSize10mm
FlavorImprint Code1.5;034;N
Contains      
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Packaging
#NDCPackage DescriptionMultilevel Packaging
10093-8034-01100 TABLET In 1 BOTTLENone






GLYBURIDE 
glyburide  tablet










Product Information
Product TypeHUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUGNDC Product Code (Source)0093-8035
Route of AdministrationORALDEA Schedule    





























INGREDIENTS
Name (Active Moiety)TypeStrength
glyburide (glyburide)Active3 MILLIGRAM  In 1 TABLET
microcrystalline celluloseInactive 
pregelatinized starchInactive 
sodium starch glycolateInactive 
colloidal silicon dioxideInactive 
magnesium stearateInactive 
FD&C Blue No. 1Inactive 
FD&C Blue No. 2Inactive 






















Product Characteristics
Colorblue (pale blue)Score2 pieces
ShapeOVALSize10mm
FlavorImprint Code3;035;N
Contains      
CoatingfalseSymbolfalse


















Packaging
#NDCPackage DescriptionMultilevel Packaging
10093-8035-01100 TABLET In 1 BOTTLENone
20093-8035-05500 TABLET In 1 BOTTLENone
30093-8035-101000 TABLET In 1 BOTTLENone






GLYBURIDE 
glyburide  tablet










Product Information
Product TypeHUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUGNDC Product Code (Source)0093-8036
Route of AdministrationORALDEA Schedule    





























INGREDIENTS
Name (Active Moiety)TypeStrength
glyburide (glyburide)Active6 MILLIGRAM  In 1 TABLET
microcrystalline celluloseInactive 
pregelatinized starchInactive 
sodium starch glycolateInactive 
colloidal silicon dioxideInactive 
magnesium stearateInactive 
FD&C Blue No. 1Inactive 
FD&C Blue No. 2Inactive 






















Product Characteristics
Colorblue (dark blue)Score2 pieces
ShapeOVALSize10mm
FlavorImprint Code6;036;N
Contains      
CoatingfalseSymbolfalse










Packaging
#NDCPackage DescriptionMultilevel Packaging
10093-8036-01100 TABLET In 1 BOTTLENone

Revised: 03/2009Teva Pharmaceuticals USA

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Friday, 27 July 2012

Nutrizym 22





1. Name Of The Medicinal Product



Nutrizym 22


2. Qualitative And Quantitative Composition



Each capsule contains Pancreatin BP 340mg with not less than the following activities.



Lipase 22,000 BP Units, Protease 1,100 BP Units and Amylase 19,800 BP Units.



3. Pharmaceutical Form



Hard gelatin capsule containing enteric coated pancreatin minitablets for oral administration.



4. Clinical Particulars



4.1 Therapeutic Indications



For the symptomatic relief of pancreatic exocrine insufficiency such as in fibrocystic disease of the pancreas and chronic pancreatitis.



4.2 Posology And Method Of Administration



Adults (including the elderly) and children:



1-2 capsules with meals and 1 capsule with snacks.



Since the individual response to pancreatin supplements is variable, the number of capsules taken may need to be titrated to the individual according to symptoms and at the discretion of the physician. Dose increase, if required should be added slowly with careful monitoring of response and symptomatology.



Colonic damage has been reported in patients with cystic fibrosis taking in excess of 10,000 units of lipase/kg/day. The dose of Nutrizym 22 should usually not exceed this dose.



Where a patient is already receiving a lower unit dose enteric coated pancreatic supplement, then Nutrizym 22 may be substituted at 1/2 of the number of capsules normally consumed with the previous preparation.



Capsules should be swallowed whole with water. Where swallowing of capsules proves to be difficult, the minitablets may be removed and taken with water or mixed with a small amount of soft food and swallowed immediately without chewing.



Adequate patient hydration should be ensured at all times whilst treating with Nutrizym 22.



4.3 Contraindications



In children aged 15 years and under with cystic fibrosis. Known hypersensitivity to the active ingredient (porcine pancreatin) or any of the excipients.



4.4 Special Warnings And Precautions For Use



Hyperuricaemia and hyperuricosuria have been reported to occur in cystic fibrosis patients; pancreatin extracts contain a small amount of purine which might, in high doses, contribute to this condition.



4.5 Interaction With Other Medicinal Products And Other Forms Of Interaction



None known.



4.6 Pregnancy And Lactation



Safety has not been established and animal toxicological studies are lacking, therefore Nutrizym 22 should not be used in pregnancy and lactation unless clearly necessary, but if required should be used in doses sufficient to provide adequate nutritional status.



Refer to section 4.8 for the potential side - effects of high doses of pancreatic enzymes in patients with cystic fibrosis.



4.7 Effects On Ability To Drive And Use Machines



Not known.



4.8 Undesirable Effects



Hypersensitivity reactions may occur. As with any pancreatin extract, high doses may cause buccal and perianal irritation, in some cases resulting in inflammation.



Stricture of the ileo-caecum and large bowel, and colitis have been reported in children with cystic fibrosis taking Nutrizym 22. Abdominal symptoms (those not usually experienced by the patient) or changes in abdominal symptoms should be reviewed to exclude the possibility of colonic damage - especially if the patient is taking in excess of 10,000 units of lipase/kg/day.



4.9 Overdose



Inappropriately large doses could result in abdominal discomfort, nausea, vomiting and perianal irritation or inflammation.



5. Pharmacological Properties



5.1 Pharmacodynamic Properties



The active ingredient is a preparation of porcine pancreas with lipase, amylase and protease activity. Lipase enzymes hydrolyse fats to glycerol and fatty acids. Amylase converts starch into dextrins and sugars and protease enzymes change proteins into proteoses and derived substances.



5.2 Pharmacokinetic Properties



The active ingredient of Nutrizym 22 is pancreatin which is a substance involved in the digestive process. During the enzymatic degradation of food substances the enzymes themselves are degraded. Any breakdown products are those that would be expected to appear following normal digestion.



5.3 Preclinical Safety Data



Preclinical data are not available.



6. Pharmaceutical Particulars



6.1 List Of Excipients



Uncoated minitablets:



Castor Oil (hydrogenated)



Silicon dioxide, colloidal



Magnesium stearate



Sodium carboxymethylcellulose



Microcrystalline cellulose



Minitablet coating:



Simethicone emulsion



Methacrylic acid copolymer, type C (Eudragit L30D)



Talc



Triethyl citrate



Gelatin capsules:



Titanium dioxide



Iron oxide, red



Iron oxide, yellow



Gelatin



6.2 Incompatibilities



Not known.



6.3 Shelf Life



18 months



6.4 Special Precautions For Storage



Store below 25 degree C in tightly closed containers.



6.5 Nature And Contents Of Container



Polyethylene or polypropylene containers with polyethylene tamper evident closures containing 50, 100, 200 or 500 capsules.



6.6 Special Precautions For Disposal And Other Handling



Not relevant.



7. Marketing Authorisation Holder



Merck Serono Ltd



Bedfont Cross, Stanwell Road



Feltham, Middlesex,



TW14 8NX, UK



8. Marketing Authorisation Number(S)



PL 11648/0078



9. Date Of First Authorisation/Renewal Of The Authorisation



14 October 2002



10. Date Of Revision Of The Text



17th April 2010



LEGAL CATEGORY


POM




Wednesday, 25 July 2012

Phazyme


Generic Name: simethicone (sye METH i cone)

Brand Names: Alka-Seltzer Anti-Gas, Equalize Gas Relief Drops, Gas Aide, Gas Free Extra Strength, Gas-X, Gas-X Extra Strength, Gas-X Infant Drops, Gas-X Maximum Strength, Gas-X Thin Strips Cinnamon, Gas-X Thin Strips Peppermint, Gas-X Tongue Twisters Thin Strips Children's, Gas-X Ultra Softgels, Genasyme, Infantaire Gas Relief, Little Tummys, Maalox Anti-Gas, Maalox Anti-Gas Extra Strength, Mi-Acid Gas Relief, Mylanta Gas, Mylanta Gas Maximum Strength, Mylicon, Mytab Gas, Phazyme, Phazyme Maximum Strength, Phazyme Ultra, Phazyme-125, Phazyme-95


What is Phazyme (simethicone)?

Simethicone allows gas bubbles in the stomach and intestines to come together more easily, which allows for easier passage of gas.


Simethicone is used to relieve painful pressure caused by excess gas in the stomach and intestines. Simethicone is for use in babies, children, and adults.


Simethicone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.


What is the most important information I should know about Phazyme (simethicone)?


Never use more than the recommended dose of simethicone.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take this medicine if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have any type of serious illness (especially one that affects your stomach or intestines).


Simethicone works best if you take it after meals and at bedtime.


Simethicone may be only part of a complete program of treatment that may also include a special diet or increased exercise. It is very important to follow the diet and exercise plan created for you by your doctor or nutrition counselor. You should become very familiar with the list of foods you must avoid to help control your condition.


There may be other drugs that can interact with simethicone. Tell your doctor about all your prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.


What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Phazyme (simethicone)?


You should not use this medication if you are allergic to simethicone.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take this medicine if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have any type of serious illness (especially one that affects your stomach or intestines).


Simethicone is not expected to harm an unborn baby. It is not known whether simethicone passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without medical advice if you are breast-feeding a baby.

The liquid form may contain phenylalanine. Talk to your doctor before using this form of simethicone if you have phenylketonuria (PKU).


How should I take Phazyme (simethicone)?


Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.


Do not take more of this medication than is directed.

Simethicone works best if you take it after meals and at bedtime.


The simethicone chewable tablet must be chewed before swallowing.


Measure liquid medicine with a special dose measuring spoon or medicine cup, not with a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one. Clean the medicine dropper after each use. Allow it to air dry.


Simethicone liquid drops can be mixed with water, baby formula, or other liquids to make swallowing easier for an infant or child.


Children should never be given more than the recommended dose of simethicone. Call your doctor if the child's gas symptoms do not improve after treatment with simethicone.

Simethicone may be only part of a complete program of treatment that may also include a special diet or increased exercise. It is very important to follow the diet and exercise plan created for you by your doctor or nutrition counselor. You should become very familiar with the list of foods you must avoid to help control your condition.


Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light. Do not allow the liquid form of this medicine to freeze.

What happens if I miss a dose?


Since simethicone is used on an as needed basis, you are not likely to miss a dose. Do not use more of this medication than is directed.


What happens if I overdose?


Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

What should I avoid while taking Phazyme (simethicone)?


Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other stomach medicine or antacid. Simethicone is contained in many combination medicines. Taking certain products together can cause you to get too much simethicone.


Phazyme (simethicone) side effects


Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.


What other drugs will affect Phazyme (simethicone)?


There may be other drugs that can interact with simethicone. Tell your doctor about all your prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.



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Monday, 23 July 2012

Fluid Retention Medications


Definition of Fluid Retention: An abnormal accumulation of fluid in cells, tissues or body cavities that results in swelling.

Drugs associated with Fluid Retention

The following drugs and medications are in some way related to, or used in the treatment of Fluid Retention. This service should be used as a supplement to, and NOT a substitute for, the expertise, skill, knowledge and judgment of healthcare practitioners.

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Sunday, 22 July 2012

Edetate Calcium Disodium


Class: Heavy Metal Antagonists
ATC Class: V03AB03
VA Class: AD300
CAS Number: 23411-34-9
Brands: Calcium Disodium Versenate


  • Fatality Risk


  • Risk of potentially fatal toxic effects.b (See Fatality Risk and also see Renal Effects under Cautions.)




  • Possible lethal increase in intracranial pressure following IV infusion in patients with lead encephalopathy and cerebral edema.b Manufacturer recommends IM administration in this patient population.b If administered IV, avoid rapid infusion.b (See Administration under Dosage and Administration and see Fatality Risk under Cautions.)




  • Follow dosage schedule; do not exceed recommended daily dose.b



  • Encephalopathy Risk


  • Lead encephalopathy occurs rarely in adults; occurs more often in pediatric patients, in whom encephalopathy may be incipient and overlooked and results in high mortality rate.b




Introduction

Heavy metal antagonist; used to chelates lead, but also chelates zinc and other heavy metals.a b d


Uses for Edetate Calcium Disodium


Lead Poisoning


Used for the reduction of blood and mobile depot lead in the treatment of acute and chronic lead poisoning and lead encephalopathy.a b c d f g h


Management of acute lead encephalopathy or symptoms suggestive of encephalopathy and symptomatic lead poisoning in patients with severe lead poisoning (blood lead concentration >100 mcg/dL in adults or >70 mcg/dL in pediatric patients).a f g h Used in conjunction with dimercaprol since edetate calcium disodium alone may aggravate manifestations of toxicity in patients with very high blood lead concentrations.101 103 111 b


AAP considers edetate calcium disodium an alternative to succimer in asymptomatic pediatric patients with blood lead concentrations of 45–70 mcg/dL and who are intolerant or allergic to succimer or noncompliant with oral therapy.111 a f h


CDC and AAP do not recommend routine chelation therapy in pediatric patients with blood lead concentrations 25–45 mcg/dL.111 h


Chelation therapy not indicated in pediatric or adult patients with blood lead concentrations <25 mcg/dL or <70 mcg/dL, respectively.111 h


May be most effective when administered early in the course of acute poisoning; administration should be accompanied by appropriate supportive measures.a


Not a substitute for control of the lead hazard,a including effective measures to eliminate or reduce further lead exposure.b Patients should not be treated prophylactically with any chelating agent.a


Consult most recent AAP and CDC recommendations for information regarding chelation therapy.a


Has been reported to be useful in poisonings caused by alkyl lead compounds (e.g., tetraethyl lead).a However, chelation therapy has not been found to be clinically efficacious and experts recommend supportive therapy, with sedation, as necessary, for treatment of tetraethyl lead toxicity.h


Has been used parenterally as an aid in the diagnosis of suspected lead poisoning (the edetate calcium disodium mobilization or provocation test)a b when adequacy of patient’s response to chelation therapy is uncertain.a However, AAP and other experts state these tests are obsolete and have the potential for increased lead toxicity associated with administration of edetate calcium disodium alone, unreliability of the test, and expense.111 g


Edetate Calcium Disodium Dosage and Administration


General



  • Chelation therapy can increase lead absorption from the GI tract; therefore, remove patient from lead poisoning source once it has been identified.103 113 b Ensure that patient resides in lead-free environment during and after therapy.103 113




  • Various dosage regimens have been recommended in lead poisoning management;a total dose of edetate calcium disodium depends on patient’s response to, and tolerance of the selected agent,a as well as severity of lead toxicity.h




  • Subsequent course(s) of therapy may be required based on clinical symptoms and blood lead concentrations.h




  • Consult published protocols and specialized references for dosages of chelating agents, the method and sequence of administration, and specific information on precautions associated with chelation therapy.a




  • Maintain adequate hydration to ensure renal excretion of chelating agents.111




  • Prior to initiating therapy, ensure that adequate urine flow is established.b g



Administration


Administer by slow IV infusion or by IM injection.a b Should not be given orally since edetate calcium disodium enhances absorption of lead present in the GI tract; in addition, orally administered drug is poorly absorbed from the GI tract and is considered ineffective.a


Manufacturer states that IM injection is preferred route of administration for patients with lead encephalopathy and cerebral edema and may be preferred in young children.b However, most experts, including AAP and CDC, recommend administration by slow IV infusion whenever possible,101 103 111 g h and AAP states that clinical experience suggests slow IV infusion is safe and more appropriate for children than IM injection.111


IV Infusion


For solution and drug compatibility information, see Compatibility under Stability.


Administer by slow IV infusion as a single daily dose or in divided-dose infusions.a h


When administered by continuous IV infusion, interrupt infusion for 1 hour before obtaining a blood lead concentration to avoid falsely elevated blood lead concentrations.101


Dilution

Prior to administration, dilute with 250–500 mLb of 0.9% sodium chloride or 5% dextrose injectiona b to provide a final concentration of <0.5%.111 g h


Rate of Administration

Rapid IV infusions may increase risk of severe and potentially fatal adverse effects (e.g., increased intracranial pressure and cerebral edema).109 111


Administer slowly over several hours (e.g., 4 hours);111 manufacturer recommends slow IV infusion over 8–12 hours.b 111 May also be administered as a continuous infusion over 24 hours.g


IM Administration


When administered alone, daily dosage usually given in equally divided doses at 8–12 hour intervals.a b


When administered in conjunction with dimercaprol, daily dosage usually given in equally divided doses at 4-hour intervals.a


Dilution

To minimize pain at the injection site, add 0.25 mL of 10% lidocaine hydrochloride injection to 5 mL of edetate calcium disodium injection or, alternatively, add 1 mL of 1% lidocaine hydrochloride or 1 mL of 1% procaine hydrochloride injection to each mL of edetate calcium disodium injection to provide a final lidocaine or procaine hydrochloride concentration of 5 mg/mL (0.5%).a b (See Local Effects under Cautions.)


Dosage


Dosage same for IV and IM administration.109 (See Possible Prescribing and Dispensing Errors under Cautions.)


Pediatric Patients


Lead Poisoning

Consult most recent published protocols, including those from AAP and CDC, and specialized references for combination therapy dosage recommendations.a b


Encephalopathy, Symptoms Suggestive of Encephalopathy, or Blood Lead Concentration >70 mcg/dL

IV or IM

1500 mg/m2 or 50–75 mg/kg daily for 5 days; initiate administration 4 hours after initial IM administration of dimercaprol and immediately after second IM dose of dimercaprol.111 h Other experts recommend 1–1.5 g/m2 or 25–75 mg/kg daily for 5 days.g h Decision to repeat therapy should be based on clinical symptoms and blood lead concentrations.h If additional chelation therapy required, allow >2–4 days without treatment to elapse to allow redistribution of lead and to prevent depletion of essential metals before initiating a second 5-day course of therapy.111 a b g


Asymptomatic Patients with Blood Lead Concentration 45–70 mcg/dL

IV or IM

1 g/m2 or 25 mg/kg daily for 5 days.111 b g Decision to repeat therapy should be based on clinical symptoms and blood lead concentrations.111 h Allow 10–14 days without treatment to elapse to allow reequilibration before assessing blood lead concentrations and restarting therapy.h


Adults


Lead Poisoning

Consult most recent published protocols, including those from AAP and CDC, and specialized references for combination therapy dosage recommendations.a b


Encephalopathy, Symptoms Suggestive of Encephalopathy, or Blood Lead Concentration >100 mcg/dL

IV or IM

1.5 g/m2 or 50–75 mg/kg daily for 5 days; initiate administration 4 hours after initial IM administration of dimercaprol and immediately after second IM dose of dimercaprol.h Other experts recommend 1–1.5 g/m2 or 25–75 mg/kg daily for 5 days.g h


Asymptomatic Patients with Blood Lead Concentration <70 mcg/dL

IV or IM

Manufacturer recommends 1 g/m2 daily for 5 days.b However, most experts do not recommend chelation therapy in adult, asymptomatic patients with blood lead concentration <70 mcg/dL.h


Prescribing Limits


Pediatric Patients


Lead Poisoning

Encephalopathy, Symptoms Suggestive of Encephalopathy, or Blood Lead Concentration >70 mcg/dL

IV or IM

Maximum 1.5 g/m2 or 75 mg/kg daily.g h


Asymptomatic Patients with Blood Lead Concentration 45–70 mcg/dL

IV or IM

Maximum 1 g/m2 or 25–50 mg/kg daily.111 h


Adults


Lead Poisoning

Encephalopathy, Symptoms Suggestive of Encephalopathy, or Blood Lead Concentration >100 mcg/dL

IV or IM

Maximum 1.5 g/m2 or 75 mg/kg daily.g h


Asymptomatic Patients with Blood Lead Concentration <70 mcg/dL

IV or IM

Maximum 1 g/m2 daily.b


Special Populations


Hepatic Impairment


No specific dosage recommendations for hepatic impairment.b


Renal Impairment


Reduce dosage in patients with pre-existing mild renal disease;b some experts recommend maximum 50 mg/kg daily in patients with renal impairment.g Immediately discontinue administration if urine flow stops during therapy.b


Lead Poisoning

Lead Nephropathy

IV or IM

Dosage regimens may be repeated at monthly intervals until lead excretion is reduced toward normal.b













Table 1. Dosage for Treatment of Lead Poisoning in Adults with Lead Nephropathyb

Scr



Recommended Dosage



≤2



1 g daily for 5 days



2–3



500 mg every 24 hours for 5 days



3–4



500 mg every 48 hours for 3 doses



>4



500 mg once weekly


Geriatric Patients


No specific geriatric dosage recommendations.b


Cautions for Edetate Calcium Disodium


Contraindications



  • Anuria.b




  • Active renal disease.b




  • Hepatitis.b



Warnings/Precautions


Warnings


Possible Prescribing and Dispensing Errors

Ensure accuracy of prescription.c d Similarity in names of edetate calcium disodium (Versenate) and edetate disodium (Endrate; no longer commercially available in the US) has resulted in errors and adverse reactions, including fatalities.c d


Fatalities reported when edetate disodium has been administered instead of edetate calcium disodium (calcium disodium versenate) or when edetate disodium was used for “chelation therapies” or other nonapproved uses.c


When prescribing, use full product name; do not use the abbreviation “EDTA” when prescribing, dispensing, or administering edetate calcium disodium.c


Fatality Risk

Risk of potentially fatal toxic effects, including renal tubular necrosis, which may result in fatal nephrosis; follow recommended dosage schedule and do not exceed recommended daily dosage.a b (See Prescribing Limits under Dosage and Administration and see Renal Effects under Cautions.)


Potentially fatal increase in intracranial pressure with rapid IV infusion in patients with lead encephalopathy; administer by slow IV infusion or IM injection.a b


Major Toxicities


Renal Effects

Potential for dose-dependent nephrotoxicity,a b including renal tubular necrosis, proteinuria, and microscopic hematuria.b (See Fatality Risk under Cautions.) Rarely, changes in distal renal tubules and glomeruli, glycosuria, presence of large renal epithelial cells in urinary sediment, increased urinary frequency, and urgency may occur.a


Immediately discontinue therapy at first sign of renal toxicity (i.e., increasing proteinuria, increased number of erythrocytes, or if large renal epithelial cells are present).b


Hydropic degeneration of proximal renal tubular cells may occur; cells usually recover following discontinuance of therapy.109 b


Adequate diuresis prior to initiation of therapy may reduce drug-induced renal damage; monitor urine flow throughout therapy and stop therapy if anuria or severe oliguria develops.a b Administer IV fluids prior to first dose to establish urine flow, particularly in acutely ill patients at risk of dehydration from vomiting;a b however, avoid excess fluid in patients with concurrent encephalopathy.b


Drug may produce same signs of renal damage as lead poisoning (e.g., proteinuria, microscopic hematuria).a


General Precautions


Cardiovascular Effects

Possible ECG changes (e.g., inversion of the T wave); monitor for cardiac rhythm irregularities and ECG changes during therapy.a b


Other Therapeutic Measures

Chelation therapy should not be a substitute for effective measures to eliminate or reduce further lead exposure.b (See Lead Poisoning under Uses.)


Parenteral chelation therapy may increase absorption of lead in the GI tract; consider bowel decontamination as an adjunct to chelation therapy.111 h


Laboratory Monitoring

Monitor serum electrolyte concentrations and hepatic function before and daily during each course of therapy in severe cases of lead poisoning and after the second and fifth day of therapy in moderate cases of lead poisoning.b


Monitor renal function (e.g., BUN determinations) before and periodically during each course of therapy to detect renal impairment.a Perform urinalyses and urinary sediment determinations daily during therapy in severe cases of lead poisoning and after the second and fifth day of therapy in moderate cases of lead poisoning.b Discontinue therapy immediately at the first sign of renal toxicity, including increasing proteinuria, an increased number of erythrocytes, or presence of large renal epithelial cells.a b


Hepatic Effects

Potential for reduced alkaline phosphatase levels (possibly due to reduced serum zinc levels and increased serum AST and ALT concentrations); usually return to normal within 48 hours after cessation of therapy.b


Metabolic Effects

Possible zinc deficiencyb or hypercalcemia.b


Local Effects

Possible thrombophlebitis with IV infusion of concentrations >0.5%; dilute drug before IV infusion to avoid thrombophlebitis.a


Possible injection site pain following IM administration; concomitant administration of a local anesthetic may minimize pain.b


Specific Populations


Pregnancy

Category B.b e If drug is indicated, maternal benefit appears to outweigh fetal risk;e however, only use drug during pregnancy if clearly needed.b


Lactation

Not known whether edetate calcium disodium is distributed into human milk;b however, breastfeeding is contraindicated in women receiving edetate calcium disodium because maternal lead poisoning itself creates a risk of exposing nursing infant to the toxic lead.e


Pediatric Use

Edetate calcium disodium has been used in the management of lead poisoning in all age groups, including pediatric patients.a


Lead encephalopathy occurs more often in pediatric patients, in whom encephalopathy may be incipient and overlooked and results in high mortality rate.b


Hepatic Impairment

Contraindicated in patients with hepatitis.b (See Contraindications.)


Renal Impairment

Contraindicated in patients with active renal disease.b (See Contraindications.) Use with extreme caution and in reduced dosage in patients with mild renal disease.109 b


Common Adverse Effects


Injection site pain.b


Interactions for Edetate Calcium Disodium


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Drug



Interaction



Insulin, zinc-containing preparations



Interference with action of insulin due to chelation of zincb



Steroids



Potential increased renal toxicityb


Edetate Calcium Disodium Pharmacokinetics


Absorption


Bioavailability


Poorly absorbed from the GI tract.b


Well absorbed following IM or sub-Q administration.a


Onset


Following IV administration, urinary excretion of chelated lead begins within about 1 hour; peak excretion of chelated lead occurs within 24–48 hours.a


Distribution


Extent


Distributed primarily into the extracellular fluid;a b in blood, all drug found in plasma.b Does not appear to penetrate erythrocytes.a b


Does not enter CSF in any appreciable quantity;a approximately 5% of the plasma concentration is found in spinal fluid.b g


Elimination


Metabolism


Does not undergo metabolism.a b


Elimination Route


Rapidly excreted by glomerular filtration into the urine unchanged or as metal chelates.a Within 1 hour following IV administration, approximately 50% of drug is excreted; over 95% is excreted within 24 hours.a b


Half-life


IV administration: 20–60 minutes.a b


IM administration: 1.5 hours.a


Special Populations


Excretion rate not affected by changes in urine flow and/or pH; however, impaired renal function with reduced glomerular filtration delays drug excretion and may increase nephrotoxicity.a


Stability


Storage


Parenteral


Injection

15–30°C.a b


Compatibility


For information on systemic interactions resulting from concomitant use, see Interactions.


Parenteral


Incompatible with dextrose 10%, invert sugar 10% in water, invert sugar 10% in sodium chloride 0.9%, Ringer’s injection, lactated Ringer’s injection, and sodium lactate (1/6) M.HID


Drug CompatibilityHID





Admixture Compatibility

Incompatible



Amphotericin B



Hydralazine HCl


ActionsActions



  • Forms a stable chelate with divalent and trivalent metals (e.g., lead, zinc, cadmium, manganese, iron, mercury) that can displace calcium in the edetate calcium disodium molecule;b the chelate then can be excreted in urine.a




  • Does not cause substantial changes in serum or total body calcium concentrations following IV administration of large doses because edetate calcium disodium is saturated with calcium.a




  • Theoretically, 1 g of edetate calcium disodium sequesters 620 mg of lead; however, an average of only 3–5 mg of lead is excreted in urine following parenteral administration of 1 g in patients with acute lead poisoning or high concentrations of lead in soft tissues.a




  • Orally administered edetate calcium disodium increases excretion of lead in urine and may enhance absorption of lead.a




  • Parenterally administered edetate calcium disodium chelates and greatly increases urinary excretion of zinc and, to a much lesser extent, cadmium, manganese, iron, and copper.a b Increases excretion of uranium, plutonium, yttrium, and some other heavier radioactive isotopes to a limited extent.a




  • Mercury readily displaces calcium from edetate calcium disodium in vitro; however, patients with mercury poisoning do not respond to the drug.a



Advice to Patients



  • Importance of identifying source of lead poisoning and then removing patient from that source.111 a b h Importance of patient residing in an environment that is lead-free during and after therapy.103 113




  • Importance of patients notifying physician immediately if urine output stops for a period of 12 hours.b




  • Importance of women informing clinicians if they are or plan to become pregnant or plan to breast-feed.b




  • Importance of informing clinicians of existing or contemplated concomitant therapy, including prescription and OTC drugs.b




  • Importance of informing patients of other important precautionary information. b (See Cautions.)



Preparations


Excipients in commercially available drug preparations may have clinically important effects in some individuals; consult specific product labeling for details.













Edetate Calcium Disodium

Routes



Dosage Forms



Strengths



Brand Names



Manufacturer



Parenteral



Injection



200 mg/mL



Calcium Disodium Versenate



Graceway



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103. US Department of Health and Human Services. Preventing lead poisoning in young children: a statement by the Centers for Disease Control October 1991. Atlanta, GA: Centers for Disease Control, Center for Environmental Health.



104. Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry and CDC Center for Environmental Health and Injury Control. Childhood lead poisoning—United States: report to Congress by the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry. MMWR Morb Mortal Wkly Rep. 1988; 37:481-5. [IDIS 244783] [PubMed 3135478]



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b. Graceway Pharmaceuticals. Calcium disodium Versenate (edetate calcium disodium injection) prescribing information. Lake Forest, IL; July 2004.



c. FDA Public Health Advisory: Edetate disodium (marketed as Endrate and generic products); 2008. From FDA website.



d. MMWR. Deaths associated with hypocalcemia from chelation therapy - Texas, Pennsylvania, and Oregon, 2003-2005. March 2006: 55(08): 204-207. Centers for Disease Control. From CDC website.



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