Quetiapine Fumarate Extended-Release

QUETIAPINE FUMARATE EXTENDED-RELEASE- quetiapine fumarate tablet, extended release
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WARNING: INCREASED MORTALITY IN ELDERLY PATIENTS WITH DEMENTIA-RELATED PSYCHOSIS; and SUICIDAL THOUGHTS AND BEHAVIORS

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 [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)]. Quetiapine Fumarate Extended-release Tablets is not approved for the treatment of patients with dementia-related psychosis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].
Suicidal Thoughts and Behavior
Antidepressants increased the risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior in children, adolescents, and young adults in short-term studies. These studies did not show an increase in the risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior with antidepressant use in patients over age 24; there was a reduction in risk with antidepressant use in patients aged 65 and older [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)].
In patients of all ages who are started on antidepressant therapy, monitor closely for worsening, and for emergence of suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Advise families and caregivers of the need for close observation and communication with the prescriber [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)].
Quetiapine Fumarate Extended-release Tablets is not approved for use in pediatric patients under ten years of age [see Use in Specific Populations (8.4)].

1 INDICATIONS & USAGE

1.1 Schizophrenia

Quetiapine Fumarate Extended-release Tablets USP is indicated for the treatment of schizophrenia. The efficacy of Quetiapine Fumarate Extended-release Tablets USP in schizophrenia was established in one 6-week and one maintenance trial in adults with schizophrenia. Efficacy was supported by three 6-week trials in adults with schizophrenia and one 6-week trial in adolescents with schizophrenia (13-17 years) treated with quetiapine fumarate tablets [see Clinical Studies (14.1)].

1.2 Bipolar Disorder

Quetiapine Fumarate Extended-release Tablets USP is indicated for the acute treatment of manic or mixed episodes associated with bipolar I disorder, both as monotherapy and as an adjunct to lithium or divalproex. The efficacy of Quetiapine Fumarate Extended-release Tablets USP in manic or mixed episodes of bipolar I disorder was established in one 3-week trial in adults with manic or mixed episodes associated with bipolar I disorder. Efficacy was supported by two 12-week monotherapy trials and one 3-week adjunctive trial in adults with manic episodes associated with bipolar I disorder as well as one 3-week monotherapy trial in children and adolescents (10 – 17 years) with manic episodes associated with bipolar I disorder treated with quetiapine fumarate tablets [see Clinical Studies (14.2)].

Quetiapine Fumarate Extended-release Tablets USP is indicated for the acute treatment of depressive episodes associated with bipolar disorder. The efficacy of Quetiapine Fumarate Extended-release Tablets USP was established in one 8-week trial in adults with bipolar I or II disorder and supported by two 8-week trials in adults with bipolar I or II disorder treated with quetiapine fumarate tablets [see Clinical Studies (14.2)].

Quetiapine Fumarate Extended-release Tablets USP is indicated for the maintenance treatment of bipolar I disorder, as an adjunct to lithium or divalproex. Efficacy was extrapolated from two maintenance trials in adults with bipolar I disorder treated with quetiapine fumarate tablets. The effectiveness of monotherapy for the maintenance treatment of bipolar I disorder has not been systematically evaluated in controlled clinical trials [see Clinical Studies (14.2)].

1.3 Adjunctive Treatment of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)

Quetiapine Fumarate Extended-release Tablets USP is indicated for use as adjunctive therapy to antidepressants for the treatment of MDD. The efficacy of Quetiapine Fumarate Extended-release Tablets USP as adjunctive therapy to antidepressants in MDD was established in two 6-week trials in adults with MDD who had an inadequate response to antidepressant treatment [see Clinical Studies (14.3)].

1.4 Special Considerations in Treating Pediatric Schizophrenia and Bipolar I Disorder

Pediatric schizophrenia and bipolar I disorder are serious mental disorders, however, diagnosis can be challenging. For pediatric schizophrenia, symptom profiles can be variable, and for bipolar I disorder, patients may have variable patterns of periodicity of manic or mixed symptoms. It is recommended that medication therapy for pediatric schizophrenia and bipolar I disorder be initiated only after a thorough diagnostic evaluation has been performed and careful consideration given to the risks associated with medication treatment. Medication treatment for both pediatric schizophrenia and bipolar I disorder is indicated as part of a total treatment program that often includes psychological, educational and social interventions.

2 DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION

2.1 Important Administration Instructions

Quetiapine Fumarate Extended-release Tablets should be swallowed whole and not split, chewed or crushed. It is recommended that Quetiapine Fumarate Extended-release Tablets be taken without food or with a light meal (approximately 300 calories) [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].

Quetiapine Fumarate Extended-release Tablets should be administered once daily, preferably in the evening.

2.2 Recommended Dosing

The recommended initial dose, titration, dose range and maximum Quetiapine Fumarate Extended-release Tablets dose for each approved indication is displayed in Table 1 below. After initial dosing, adjustments can be made upwards or downwards, if necessary, depending upon the clinical response and tolerability of the patient [see Clinical Studies (14.1, 14.2 and 14.3)].

Table 1: Recommended Dosing for Quetiapine Fumarate Extended-Release Tablets
Indication Initial Dose and Titration R ecommended Dose Maximum Dose
Schizophrenia — Adults Day 1: 300 mg/dayDose increases can be made at intervals as short as 1 day and in increments of up to 300 mg/day 400-800 mg/day 800 mg/day
Schizophrenia — Adolescents(13 to 17 years) Day 1: 50 mg/dayDay 2: 100 mg/dayDay 3: 200 mg/dayDay 4: 300 mg/day Day 5: 400 mg/day 400-800 mg/day 800 mg/day
Schizophrenia Maintenance — Monotherapy — Adults Not applicable 400-800 mg/day 800 mg/day
Bipolar I Disorder manic ormixed — Acute monotherapy or adjunct to lithium or divalproex — Adults Day 1: 300 mg/dayDay 2: 600 mg/dayDay 3: between 400 and 800 mg/day 400-800 mg/day 800 mg/day
Bipolar I Disorder, manic — Acute monotherapy — Children and Adolescents (10 to 17 years) Day 1: 50 mg/dayDay 2: 100 mg/dayDay 3: 200 mg/day Day 4: 300 mg/dayDay 5: 400 mg/day 400-600 mg/day 600 mg/day
Bipolar Disorder, Depressive Episodes — Adults Day 1: 50 mg/dayDay 2: 100 mg/day Day 3: 200 mg/day Day 4: 300 mg/day 300 mg/day 300 mg/day
Bipolar I DisorderMaintenance — Adjunct to lithium or divalproex — Adults Not applicable 400-800 mg/day 800 mg/day
Major Depressive Disorder — Adjunctive Therapy withAntidepressants — Adults Day 1: 50 mg/dayDay 2: 50 mg/dayDay 3: 150 mg/day 150-300 mg/day 300 mg/day

Maintenance Treatment for Schizophrenia and Bipolar I Disorder

Maintenance Treatment—Patients should be periodically reassessed to determine the need for maintenance treatment and the appropriate dose for such treatment [see Clinical Studies(14.1, 14.2)].

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