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)].
Table 1: FINTEPLA Recommended Titration Schedule *
Without concomitant stiripentol * With concomitant stiripentol plus clobazam
Weight-based Dosage Maximum Total Daily Dosage Weight-based Dosage Maximum Total Daily Dosage
*
For patients not on concomitant stiripentol in whom a more rapid titration is warranted, the dose may be increased every 4 days.
For maximum dosage with concomitant use of strong CYP1A2 or CYP2D6 inhibitors, in patients with severe renal impairment, or in patients with hepatic impairment see Dosage and Administration 2.3, 2.4, 2.5.
For patients with Dravet Syndrome, dosage may be increased based on clinical response to the maximum recommended dosage, as needed.
§
For patients with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, dosage should be increased as tolerated to the recommended maintenance dosage (i.e., Day 14).
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)].

Table 2: FINTEPLA Dosage Modifications and Recommendations for Patients with Hepatic Impairment
Hepatic Impairment Classification Without concomitant stiripentol * With concomitant stiripentol plus clobazam
Maximum total daily dosage Maximum total daily dosage
*
titrate as recommended [see Dosage and Administration (2.2)]
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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