Fintepla
FINTEPLA- fenfluramine solution
UCB, Inc.
WARNING: VALVULAR HEART DISEASE and PULMONARY ARTERIAL HYPERTENSION
There is an association between serotonergic drugs with 5-HT2B receptor agonist activity, including fenfluramine (the active ingredient in FINTEPLA), and valvular heart disease and pulmonary arterial hypertension [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].
Echocardiogram assessments are required before, during, and after treatment with FINTEPLA. The benefits versus the risks of initiating or continuing FINTEPLA must be considered, based on echocardiogram findings [see Dosage and Administration (2.1, 2.6) and Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].
Because of the risks of valvular heart disease and pulmonary arterial hypertension, FINTEPLA is available only through a restricted program under a Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) called the FINTEPLA REMS [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)].
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE
FINTEPLA is indicated for the treatment of seizures associated with Dravet syndrome (DS) and Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS) in patients 2 years of age and older.
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
2.1 Assessments Prior to Initiating FINTEPLA
Prior to starting treatment with FINTEPLA, obtain an echocardiogram assessment to evaluate for valvular heart disease and pulmonary arterial hypertension [see Dosage and Administration (2.6) and Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].
2.2 Dosing Information
FINTEPLA is to be administered orally and may be taken with or without food.
Dravet Syndrome
- The initial starting and maintenance dosage for patients with Dravet Syndrome is 0.1 mg/kg twice daily, which can be increased weekly based on efficacy and tolerability. Table 1 provides the recommended titration schedule, if needed.
- Patients with Dravet Syndrome not on concomitant stiripentol who are tolerating FINTEPLA at 0.1 mg/kg twice daily and require further reduction of seizures may benefit from a dosage increase up to a maximum recommended maintenance dosage of 0.35 mg/kg twice daily (maximum daily dosage of 26 mg).
- Patients with Dravet Syndrome taking concomitant stiripentol plus clobazam who are tolerating FINTEPLA at 0.1 mg/kg twice daily and require further reduction of seizures may benefit from a dosage increase up to a maximum recommended maintenance dosage of 0.2 mg/kg twice daily (maximum daily dosage of 17 mg) [see Drug Interactions (7.1)].
Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome
- The initial starting dosage for patients with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome is 0.1 mg/kg twice daily, which should be increased weekly based on tolerability. Table 1 provides the recommended titration schedule.
- Patients with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome not on concomitant stiripentol who are tolerating FINTEPLA should be titrated to the recommended maintenance dosage of 0.35 mg/kg twice daily (maximum daily dosage of 26 mg).
- Patients with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome taking concomitant stiripentol plus clobazam who are tolerating FINTEPLA should be titrated to the recommended maintenance dosage of 0.2 mg/kg twice daily (maximum daily dosage of 17 mg) [see Drug Interactions (7.1)].
Without concomitant stiripentol * | With concomitant stiripentol plus clobazam | |||
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Weight-based Dosage | Maximum Total Daily Dosage † | Weight-based Dosage | Maximum Total Daily Dosage † | |
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Initial Dosage ‡ | 0.1 mg/kg twice daily | 26 mg | 0.1 mg/kg twice daily | 17 mg |
Day 7 | 0.2 mg/kg twice daily | 26 mg | 0.15 mg/kg twice daily | 17 mg |
Day 14§ | 0.35 mg/kg twice daily | 26 mg | 0.2 mg/kg twice daily | 17 mg |
2.3 Dosage Modifications for Patients with Concomitant Use of Strong CYP1A2 or CYP2D6 Inhibitors (DS and LGS)
For patients with concomitant use of FINTEPLA with a strong CYP1A2 or CYP2D6 inhibitor, a maximum total daily dosage of 20 mg without concomitant stiripentol and 17 mg with concomitant stiripentol plus clobazam is recommended [see Drug Interactions (7.1)].
2.4 Dosage Modifications for Patients with Severe Renal Impairment (DS and LGS)
For patients with severe renal impairment (estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) 15 to 29 mL/min/1.73m2), a maximum total daily dosage of 20 mg without concomitant stiripentol and 17 mg with concomitant stiripentol plus clobazam is recommended [see Use in Specific Populations (8.6)].
2.5 Dosage Modifications for Patients with Mild, Moderate, and Severe Hepatic Impairment (DS and LGS)
See Table 2 for dosage adjustments and recommendations for patients with hepatic impairment [see Use in Specific Populations (8.7)].
Hepatic Impairment Classification | Without concomitant stiripentol * | With concomitant stiripentol plus clobazam |
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Maximum total daily dosage | Maximum total daily dosage | |
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Mild(Child-Pugh A) | 20 mg | 13 mg * |
Moderate (Child-Pugh B) | 20 mg | Use not recommended |
Severe(Child-Pugh C) | 17 mg | Use not recommended |
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