Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate

TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE- tenofovir disoproxil fumarate tablet
Cipla USA Inc.

WARNING: POSTTREATMENT ACUTE EXACERBATION OF HEPATITIS B

Severe acute exacerbations of hepatitis B virus (HBV) have been reported in HBV-infected patients who have discontinued anti-hepatitis B therapy, including tenofovir disoproxil fumarate . Hepatic function should be monitored closely with both clinical and laboratory follow-up for at least several months in HBV-infected patients who discontinue anti-hepatitis B therapy, including tenofovir disoproxil fumarate. If appropriate, resumption of anti-hepatitis B therapy may be warranted [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE

1.1 HIV-1 Infection

Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate is indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) infection in adults and pediatric patients 2 years of age and older weighing at least 10 kg.

1.2 Chronic Hepatitis B

Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate is indicated for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) in adults and pediatric patients 12 years of age and older.

Pediatric use information is approved for Gilead Sciences, Inc.’s VIREAD® (tenofovir disoproxil fumarate) tablets. However, due to Gilead Sciences, Inc.’s marketing exclusivity rights, this drug product is not labeled with that pediatric information

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION

2.1 Testing Prior to Initiation of Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate for Treatment of HIV-1 Infection or Chronic Hepatitis B

Prior to or when initiating tenofovir disoproxil fumarate tablets, test patients for HBV infection and HIV-1 infection. Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate alone should not be used in patients with HIV-1 infection [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)].

Prior to initiation and during use of tenofovir disoproxil fumarate tablets, on a clinically appropriate schedule, assess serum creatinine, estimated creatinine clearance, urine glucose and urine protein in all patients. In patients with chronic kidney disease, also assess serum phosphorus [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)].

2.2 Recommended Tablet Dosage in Adults and Pediatric Patients 2 Years and Older Weighing at Least 17 kg

The recommended dosage of tenofovir disoproxil fumarate tablets in adults and pediatric patients weighing at least 35 kg is one 300 mg tablet taken orally once daily without regard to food. The dosage for tenofovir disoproxil fumarate is the same for both HIV and HBV indications.

The recommended dosage of tenofovir disoproxil fumarate tablet in adults and pediatric patients 2 years and older weighing at least 17 kg is 8 mg of tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (TDF) per kg of body weight (up to a maximum of 300 mg) once daily. Dosage for pediatric patients 2 years and older weighing between 17 kg and 35 kg and able to swallow an intact tablet is provided in Table 1. Weight should be monitored periodically and the tenofovir disoproxil fumarate dose adjusted accordingly.

Table 1 Recommended Dosing for Patients 2 Years and Older and Weighing at Least 17 kg Using Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate Tablets
Body Weight (kg) Dosing of Tenofovir Disoproxil fumarate Tablets
17 to less than 22 one 150 mg tablet once daily
22 to less than 28 one 200 mg tablet once daily
28 to less than 35 one 250 mg tablet once daily
at least 35 one 300 mg tablet once daily

2.4 Dosage Adjustment in Patients with Renal Impairment

Significant increase in drug exposures occurred when tenofovir disoproxil fumarate was administered to subjects with moderate to severe renal impairment (creatinine clearance below 50 mL/min). Table 3 provides dosage interval adjustment for patients with renal impairment. No dosage adjustment of tenofovir disoproxil fumarate tablets 300 mg is necessary for patients with mild renal impairment (creatinine clearance 50–80 mL/min) [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3), Use in Specific Populations (8.6), and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].

Table 3 Dosage Interval Adjustment for Adult Patients with Altered Creatinine Clearance

a. Calculated using ideal (lean) body weight.

b. Generally once weekly assuming 3 hemodialysis sessions a week of approximately 4 hours’ duration. Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate should be administered following completion of dialysis.

Creatinine Clearance (mL/min)a Hemodialysis Patients
50 or greater 30-49 10-29
Recommended 300 mg Dosing Interval Every 24 hours Every 48 hours Every 72 to 96 hours Every 7 days or after a total of approximately 12 hours of dialysisb

No data are available to make dosage recommendations in patients with creatinine clearance below 10 mL/min who are not on hemodialysis.

No data are available to make dosage recommendations in pediatric patients with renal impairment.

3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS

Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate is available as tablets. Each tablet contains 300 mg of tenofovir disoproxil fumarate, which is equivalent to 245 mg of tenofovir disoproxil. The tablets are light blue capsule shaped biconvex film coated tablet debossed with ‘C533’ on one side and plain on other side.

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS

None.

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

5.1 Severe Acute Exacerbation of Hepatitis B in Patients with HBV Infection

All patients should be tested for the presence of chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) before or when initiating tenofovir disoproxil fumarate [see Dosage and Administration (2.1)].

Discontinuation of anti-HBV therapy, including tenofovir disoproxil fumarate, may be associated with severe acute exacerbations of hepatitis B. Patients infected with HBV who discontinue tenofovir disoproxil fumarate should be closely monitored with both clinical and laboratory follow-up for at least several months after stopping treatment. If appropriate, resumption of anti-hepatitis B therapy may be warranted, especially in patients with advanced liver disease or cirrhosis, since posttreatment exacerbation of hepatitis may lead to hepatic decompensation and liver failure.

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