Vomicare-P

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Vomicare-P uses

Vomicare-P consists of Acetaminophen, Ondansetron.

Acetaminophen:


Pharmacological action

Vomicare-P is an analgesic-antipyretic. It has analgesic, antipyretic and weak anti-inflammatory action. The mechanism of action is associated with inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis, the predominant influence on the thermoregulation center in the hypothalamus, enhances heat transfer.

Why is Vomicare-P (Acetaminophen) prescribed?

Pain weak and moderate intensity of different genesis (including headache, migraine, toothache, neuralgia, myalgia, algomenorrhea; pain in trauma, burns). Fever in infectious and inflammatory diseases.

Vomicare-P dosage and administration

Oral or rectally adults and adolescents with a body weight over 60 kg is used in a single dose of 500 mg, the multiplicity of admission - up to 4 times / Maximum duration of treatment - 5-7 days.

Maximum dose: single - 1 g, daily - 4 g.

Single dose for oral administration for children aged 6-12 years - 250-500 mg, 1-5 years - 120-250 mg, from 3 months to 1 year - 60-120 mg, up to 3 months - 10 mg / kg. Single dose rectal in children aged 6-12 years - 250-500 mg, 1-5 years - 125-250 mg.

Multiplicity - 4 at intervals of not less than 4 h. The maximum duration of treatment - 3 days.

Maximum dose: 4 single dose per day.

Vomicare-P side effects, adverse reactions

Digestive system: rarely - dyspepsia; long-term use at high doses - hepatotoxic effects, methemoglobinemia, renal dysfunction and liver, hypochromic anemia. Hemopoietic system: rarely - thrombocytopenia, leukopenia, pancytopenia, neutropenia, agranulocytosis. Allergic reactions: rarely - skin rash, itching, hives.

Contraindications

Chronic active alcoholism, increased sensitivity to Vomicare-P, marked disturbances of liver function and / or kidney disease, anemia, pregnancy (I term).

Using during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Vomicare-P (Acetaminophen) crosses the placental barrier. So far, no observed adverse effects of Vomicare-P (Acetaminophen) on the fetus in humans.

Vomicare-P (Acetaminophen) is excreted in breast milk: the content in milk was 0.04-0.23% of the dose adopted mother.

If necessary, use of Vomicare-P (Acetaminophen) during pregnancy and lactation (breastfeeding) should carefully weigh the potential benefits of therapy for the mother and the potential risk to the fetus or child.

In experimental studies found no embryotoxic, teratogenic and mutagenic action of Vomicare-P (Acetaminophen).

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Special Instructions

Vomicare-P is used with caution in patients with disorders of the liver and kidneys, with benign hyperbilirubinemia, as well as in elderly patients.

With prolonged use of Vomicare-P (Acetaminophen) is necessary to monitor patterns of peripheral blood and functional state of the liver.

Used for treatment of premenstrual tension syndrome in combination with pamabrom (diuretic, a derivative of xanthine) and mepyramine (Histamine H1-receptors blocker).

Vomicare-P (Acetaminophen) Drug Interactions

With the simultaneous use with inducers of microsomal liver enzymes, means having hepatotoxic effect, increasing the risk of hepatotoxic action of Vomicare-P (Acetaminophen).

With the simultaneous use of anticoagulants may be slight to moderate increase in prothrombin time.

With the simultaneous use of anticholinergics may decrease absorption of Vomicare-P (Acetaminophen).

With the simultaneous use of oral contraceptives accelerated excretion of Vomicare-P (Acetaminophen) from the body and may reduce its analgesic action.

With the simultaneous use with urological means reduced their effectiveness.

With the simultaneous use of activated charcoal reduced bioavailability of Vomicare-P (Acetaminophen).

When Vomicare-P (Acetaminophen) applied simultaneously with diazepam may decrease excretion of diazepam.

There have been reports about the possibility of enhancing mielodepression effect of zidovudine while applying with Vomicare-P (Acetaminophen). A case of severe toxic liver injury.

Described cases of toxic effects of Vomicare-P (Acetaminophen), while the use of isoniazid.

When applied simultaneously with carbamazepine, phenytoin, phenobarbital, primidonom decreases the effectiveness of Vomicare-P (Acetaminophen), which is caused by an increase in its metabolism and excretion from the body. Cases of hepatotoxicity, while the use of Vomicare-P (Acetaminophen) and phenobarbital.

In applying cholestyramine a period of less than 1 h after administration of Vomicare-P (Acetaminophen) may decrease of its absorption.

At simultaneous application with lamotrigine moderately increased excretion of lamotrigine from the body.

With the simultaneous use of metoclopramide may increase absorption of Vomicare-P (Acetaminophen) and its increased concentration in blood plasma.

When applied simultaneously with probenecid may decrease clearance of Vomicare-P (Acetaminophen), with rifampicin, sulfinpyrazone - may increase clearance of Vomicare-P (Acetaminophen) due to increasing its metabolism in the liver.

At simultaneous application of Vomicare-P (Acetaminophen) with ethinylestradiol increases absorption of Vomicare-P (Acetaminophen) from the gut.

Enhances the effect of indirect anticoagulants (coumarin derivatives and indandione). Antipyretic and analgesic activity of caffeine increases, reduce - rifampicin, phenobarbital and alcohol (accelerated biotransformation, inducing microsomal liver enzymes).

Vomicare-P in case of emergency / overdose

At a reception in toxic doses (10-15 g in adults) may develop liver necrosis.

Symptoms of overdose may include: nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, sweating, extreme tiredness, unusual bleeding or bruising, pain in the upper right part of the stomach, yellowing of the skin or eyes, flu-like symptoms

Ondansetron:


1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE

Vomicare-P is a 5-HT3 receptor antagonist indicated for:

  • Prevention of nausea and vomiting associated with highly emetogenic cancer chemotherapy. (1.1)
  • Prevention of nausea and vomiting associated with initial and repeat courses of moderately emetogenic cancer chemotherapy. (1.2)
  • Prevention of nausea and vomiting associated with radiotherapy in patients receiving total body irradiation, single high-dose fraction to abdomen, or daily fractions to the abdomen. (1.3)
  • Prevention of postoperative nausea and/or vomiting. (1.4)

1.1 Prevention of Nausea and Vomiting Associated with Highly Emetogenic Cancer Chemotherapy

Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) (ondansetron) oral soluble film is indicated for the prevention of nausea and vomiting associated with highly emetogenic cancer chemotherapy, including cisplatin ≥50 mg/m2 .

1.2 Prevention of Nausea and Vomiting Associated with Moderately Emetogenic Cancer Chemotherapy

Vomicare-P is indicated for the prevention of nausea and vomiting associated with initial and repeat courses of moderately emetogenic cancer chemotherapy .

1.3 Prevention of Nausea and Vomiting Associated with Radiotherapy

Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) is indicated for the prevention of nausea and vomiting associated with radiotherapy in patients receiving either total body irradiation, single high-dose fraction to the abdomen, or daily fractions to the abdomen .

1.4 Prevention of Postoperative Nausea and/or Vomiting

Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) is indicated for the prevention of postoperative nausea and/or vomiting. As with other antiemetics, routine prophylaxis is not recommended for patients in whom there is little expectation that nausea and/or vomiting will occur postoperatively. In patients where nausea and/or vomiting must be avoided postoperatively, Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) is recommended even where the incidence of postoperative nausea and/or vomiting is low .

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2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION

  • Prevention of nausea and vomiting associated with highly emetogenic cancer chemotherapy: The adult oral dosage is 24 mg given successively as three 8 mg films administered 30 minutes before the start of chemotherapy.
  • Prevention of nausea and vomiting associated with moderately emetogenic cancer chemotherapy:
    • Adults and pediatric patients 12 years of age and older: One 8 mg film 30 minutes before chemotherapy followed by an 8 mg dose 8 hours later. Administer one 8 mg film twice a day (every 12 hours) for 1 to 2 days after completion of chemotherapy. (2.2)
    • Pediatric patients 4 through 11 years of age: One 4 mg film three times a day. Administer the first dose 30 minutes before chemotherapy, with subsequent doses 4 and 8 hours later. Administer one 4 mg film three times a day (every 8 hours) for 1 to 2 days after completion of chemotherapy. (2.2)
  • Prevention of nausea and vomiting associated with radiotherapy: The adult dosage is one 8 mg film three times a day. (2.3)
  • Postoperative nausea and vomiting: The adult dose is 16 mg given successively as two 8 mg films 1 hour before anesthesia. (2.4)
  • See dosage adjustment for patients with impaired hepatic function. (2.5)

2.1 Prevention of Nausea and Vomiting Associated with Highly Emetogenic Cancer Chemotherapy

Adults

The recommended adult oral dosage of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) (ondansetron) oral soluble film is 24 mg given successively as three 8 mg films administered 30 minutes before the start of single-day highly emetogenic chemotherapy, including cisplatin ≥50 mg/m2. Each Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) oral soluble film should be allowed to dissolve completely before administering the next film [see Dosage and Administration (2.6 )]. Multiday, single-dose administration of a 24 mg dosage has not been studied.

Pediatrics

Safety and effectiveness of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) in pediatric patients have not been established for this indication.

2.2 Prevention of Nausea and Vomiting Associated with Moderately Emetogenic Cancer Chemotherapy

Adults

The recommended adult oral dosage is one 8 mg Vomicare-P oral soluble film given twice a day. The first dose should be administered 30 minutes before the start of emetogenic chemotherapy, with a subsequent dose 8 hours after the first dose. One 8 mg Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) oral soluble film should be administered twice a day (every 12 hours) for 1 to 2 days after completion of chemotherapy .

Pediatrics

For pediatric patients 12 years of age and older, the dosage is the same as for adults. For pediatric patients 4 through 11 years of age, the dosage is one 4 mg Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) oral soluble film given three times a day. The first dose should be administered 30 minutes before the start of emetogenic chemotherapy, with subsequent doses 4 and 8 hours after the first dose. One 4 mg Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) oral soluble film should be administered three times a day (every 8 hours) for 1 to 2 days after completion of chemotherapy .

2.3 Prevention of Nausea and Vomiting Associated with Radiotherapy

Adults

The recommended adult oral dosage of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) oral soluble film is one 8 mg film given three times a day .

For total body irradiation, one 8 mg Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) oral soluble film should be administered 1 to 2 hours before each fraction of radiotherapy administered each day.

For single high-dose fraction radiotherapy to the abdomen, one 8 mg Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) oral soluble film should be administered 1 to 2 hours before radiotherapy, with subsequent doses every 8 hours after the first dose for 1 to 2 days after completion of radiotherapy.

For daily fractionated radiotherapy to the abdomen, one 8 mg Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) oral soluble film should be administered 1 to 2 hours before radiotherapy, with subsequent doses every 8 hours after the first dose for each day radiotherapy is given.

Pediatrics

Safety and effectiveness of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) in pediatric patients have not been established for this indication.

2.4 Prevention of Postoperative Nausea and/or Vomiting

Adults

The recommended adult oral dosage of Vomicare-P oral soluble film is 16 mg given successively as two 8 mg films 1 hour before induction of anesthesia. Each Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) oral soluble film should be allowed to dissolve completely before administering the next film .

Pediatrics

Safety and effectiveness of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) in pediatric patients have not been established for this indication.

2.5 Dosage Adjustment for Patients with Impaired Hepatic Function

In patients with severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh score of 10 or greater)2, clearance is reduced and apparent volume of distribution is increased with a resultant increase in plasma half-life . In such patients, a total daily dose of 8 mg should not be exceeded.

2.6 Important Administration Instructions

With dry hands, fold the pouch along the dotted line to expose the tear notch. While still folded, tear the pouch carefully along the edge and remove the Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) oral soluble film from the pouch. Immediately place the film on top of the tongue where it dissolves in 4 to 20 seconds. Once the Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) oral soluble film is dissolved, swallow with or without liquid . Wash hands after taking Vomicare-P (Ondansetron).

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3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS

Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) (ondansetron) oral soluble film is available in 4 mg and 8 mg strengths. The thin white opaque films are rectangularly shaped strips with a printed identifier in black ink of “4 mg” for Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) 4 mg or “8 mg” for Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) 8 mg.

  • 4 mg and 8 mg oral soluble film. (3)

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS

The concomitant use of apomorphine with Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) is contraindicated based on reports of profound hypotension and loss of consciousness when apomorphine was administered with Vomicare-P (Ondansetron).

Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) (ondansetron) oral soluble film is contraindicated for patients known to have hypersensitivity to the drug. Anaphylactic reactions have been reported in patients taking Vomicare-P (Ondansetron).

  • Concomitant use of apomorphine. (4)
  • Hypersensitivity to Vomicare-P (Ondansetron). (4)

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

  • Hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis and bronchospasm, have been reported in patients who have exhibited hypersensitivity to other selective 5-HT3 receptor antagonists.
  • Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) in patients with congenital long QT syndrome. Monitor ECG in patients with electrolyte abnormalities (e.g., hypokalemia or hypomagnesemia), congestive heart failure, bradyarrhythmias or patients taking other medicinal products that lead to QT prolongation. (5.2)
  • The use of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) in patients following abdominal surgery or in patients with chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting may mask a progressive ileus and/or gastric distension. (5.3)
  • Serotonin syndrome has been reported with 5-HT3 receptor antagonists alone but particularly with concomitant use of serotonergic drugs. (5.3)

5.1 Hypersensitivity

Hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis and bronchospasm, have been reported in patients who have exhibited hypersensitivity to other selective 5-HT3 receptor antagonists. Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) (ondansetron) oral soluble film should be discontinued immediately at the first sign of hypersensitivity.

5.2 Electrocardiographic Changes

ECG changes including QT interval prolongation have been seen in patients receiving Vomicare-P. In addition, post-marketing cases of Torsade de Pointes have been reported in patients using Vomicare-P (Ondansetron). Avoid Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) in patients with congenital long QT syndrome. ECG monitoring is recommended in patients with electrolyte abnormalities (e.g., hypokalemia or hypomagnesemia), congestive heart failure, bradyarrhythmias or patients taking other medicinal products that lead to QT prolongation.

5.3 Serotonin Syndrome

The development of serotonin syndrome has been reported with 5-HT3 receptor antagonists. Most reports have been associated with concomitant use of serotonergic drugs (e.g., selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), monoamine oxidase inhibitors, mirtazapine, fentanyl, lithium, tramadol, and intravenous methylene blue). Some of the reported cases were fatal. Serotonin syndrome occurring with overdose of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) alone has also been reported. The majority of reports of serotonin syndrome related to 5-HT3 receptor antagonist use occurred in a post anesthesia care unit or an infusion center.

Symptoms associated with serotonin syndrome may include the following combination of signs and symptoms: mental status changes (e.g., agitation, hallucinations, delirium, and coma), autonomic instability (e.g., tachycardia, labile blood pressure, dizziness, diaphoresis, flushing, hyperthermia), neuromuscular symptoms (e.g., tremor, rigidity, myoclonus, hyperreflexia, incoordination), seizures, with or without gastrointestinal symptoms (e.g., nausea, vomiting, diarrhea). Patients should be monitored for the emergence of serotonin syndrome, especially with concomitant use of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) and other serotonergic drugs. If symptoms of serotonin syndrome occur, discontinue Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) and initiate supportive treatment. Patients should be informed of the increased risk of serotonin syndrome, especially if Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) is used concomitantly with other serotonergic drugs [see Drug Interactions (7.3), Overdosage (10.), Patient Counseling Information (17.)].

5.4 Masking of Progressive Ileus and/or Gastric Distension

The use of Vomicare-P in patients following abdominal surgery or in patients with chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting may mask a progressive ileus and/or gastric distension.

5.5 Effect on Peristalsis

Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) is not a drug that stimulates gastric or intestinal peristalsis. It should not be used instead of nasogastric suction.

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6 ADVERSE REACTIONS

  • The most common adverse drug events in chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting and radiotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting were: headache, malaise/fatigue, constipation, and diarrhea. (6.1)
  • The most common adverse event (≥5%) in postoperative nausea and vomiting was headache. (6.1)

To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Galena Biopharma, Inc., Portland, OR, 97239, at 1 855 636 5710 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

6.1 Clinical Trials Experience

Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in clinical practice.

The following adverse events have been reported in clinical trials of patients treated with Vomicare-P (Ondansetron), the active ingredient of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron). A causal relationship to therapy with Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) was unclear in many cases.

Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting

Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) Vomicare-P (Ondansetron)
24 mg once daily 8 mg twice daily 32 mg once daily
Adverse Event N=300 N=124 N=117
Headache 33 (11%) 16 (13%) 17 (15%)
Diarrhea 13 (4%) 9 (7%) 3 (3%)
Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) Placebo
8 mg twice daily 8 mg three times daily
Adverse Event N=242 N=415 N=262
Headache 58 (24%) 113 (27%) 34 (13%)
Malaise/fatigue 32 (13%) 37 (9%) 6 (2%)
Constipation 22 (9%) 26 (6%) 1 (<1%)
Diarrhea 15 (6%) 16 (4%) 10 (4%)

Central Nervous System: There have been rare reports consistent with, but not diagnostic of, extrapyramidal reactions in patients receiving Vomicare-P (Ondansetron).

Hepatic: In 723 patients receiving cyclophosphamide-based chemotherapy in US clinical trials, AST and/or ALT values have been reported to exceed twice the upper limit of normal in approximately 1% to 2% of patients receiving Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) HCl tablets. The increases were transient and did not appear to be related to dose or duration of therapy. On repeat exposure, similar transient elevations in transaminase values occurred in some courses, but symptomatic hepatic disease did not occur. The role of cancer chemotherapy in these biochemical changes cannot be clearly determined. There have been reports of liver failure and death in patients with cancer receiving concurrent medications including potentially hepatotoxic cytotoxic chemotherapy and antibiotics. The etiology of the liver failure is unclear.

Integumentary: Rash has occurred in approximately 1% of patients receiving Vomicare-P (Ondansetron).

Other: Rare cases of anaphylaxis, bronchospasm, tachycardia, angina (chest pain), hypokalemia, electrocardiographic alterations, vascular occlusive events, and grand mal seizures have been reported. Except for bronchospasm and anaphylaxis, the relationship to Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) was unclear.

Radiation-Induced Nausea and Vomiting

The adverse events reported in patients receiving Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) HCl tablets and concurrent radiotherapy were similar to those reported in patients receiving Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) HCl tablets and concurrent chemotherapy. The most frequently reported adverse events were headache, constipation, and diarrhea.

Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting

a Adverse Events: With the exception of headache, rates of these events were not significantly different in the Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) and placebo groups.

b Patients were receiving multiple concomitant perioperative and postoperative medications.

Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) 16 mg Placebo
Adverse Event a,b N=550 N=531
Headache 49 (9%) 27 (5%)
Hypoxia 49 (9%) 35 (7%)
Pyrexia 45 (8%) 34 (6%)
Dizziness 36 (7%) 34 (6%)
Gynecological disorder 36 (7%) 33 (6%)
Anxiety/agitation 33 (6%) 29 (5%)
Urinary retention 28 (5%) 18 (3%)
Pruritus 27 (5%) 20 (4%)

6.2 Postmarketing Experience

In addition to adverse events reported from clinical trials, the following events have been identified during post-approval use of oral formulations of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron). Because these events are reported voluntarily from a population of unknown size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure. The events have been chosen for inclusion due to a combination of their seriousness, frequency of reporting, or potential causal connection to Vomicare-P (Ondansetron).

Cardiovascular: Rarely and predominantly with intravenous Vomicare-P (Ondansetron), transient ECG changes including QT interval prolongation have been reported.

General: Flushing. Rare cases of hypersensitivity reactions, sometimes severe (e.g., anaphylaxis reactions, angioedema, bronchospasm, shortness of breath, hypotension, laryngeal edema, stridor) have also been reported. Laryngospasm, shock, and cardiopulmonary arrest have occurred during allergic reactions in patients receiving injectable Vomicare-P (Ondansetron).

Hepatobiliary: Liver enzyme abnormalities

Lower Respiratory: Hiccups

Neurology: Oculogyric crisis, appearing alone, as well as with other dystonic reactions

Skin: Urticaria

Eye Disorders: Cases of transient blindness, predominantly during intravenous administration, have been reported. These cases of transient blindness were reported to resolve within a few minutes up to 48 hours.

7 DRUG INTERACTIONS

Vomicare-P does not itself appear to induce or inhibit the cytochrome P-450 drug-metabolizing enzyme system of the liver.

  • Apomorphine – profound hypotension and loss of consciousness. Concomitant use with Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) is contraindicated. (7.1)

7.1 Apomorphine

Based on reports of profound hypotension and loss of consciousness when apomorphine was administered with Vomicare-P (Ondansetron), the concomitant use of apomorphine with Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) is contraindicated [see Contraindications (4)].

7.2 Phenytoin, Carbamazepine, Rifampicin

In patients treated with potent inducers of CYP3A4, the clearance of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) was significantly increased and Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) blood concentrations were decreased. However, on the basis of available data, no dosage adjustment for Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) is recommended for patients on these drugs.1,3

7.3 Serotonergic Drugs

Serotonin syndrome (including altered mental status, autonomic instability, and neuromuscular symptoms) has been described following the concomitant use of 5-HT 3 receptor antagoinists and other serotonergic drugs, including selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRIs) and serotonin and noradrenaline reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) .

7.4 Tramadol

Although there are no data on pharmacokinetic drug interactions between Vomicare-P and tramadol, data from two small studies indicate that concomitant use of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) may result in reduced analgesic activity of tramadol. Patients in the studies self-administered tramadol more frequently, leading to an increased cumulative dose in patient controlled administration (PCA) of tramadol.4,5

7.5 Chemotherapy

In humans, carmustine, etoposide, and cisplatin do not affect the pharmacokinetics of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron).

In a crossover study in 76 pediatric patients, intravenous Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) did not increase blood levels of high-dose methotrexate.

7.6 Temazepam

The co-administration of Vomicare-P had no effect on the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of temazepam.

7.7 Antacids

Bioavailability of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) is unaffected by antacids

7.8 Alfentanil and Atracurium

Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) does not alter the respiratory depressant effects produced by alfentanil or the degree of neuromuscular blockade produced by atracurium. Interactions with general or local anesthetics have not been studied.

8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS

  • Pediatrics: The safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have only been established for the prevention of nausea and vomiting associated with moderately emetogenic cancer chemotherapy in patients four years of age and older. For dosage recommendations see (2.2).
  • Impaired Hepatic Function: In patients with severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh score of 10 or greater)2, a total daily dose of 8 mg should not be exceeded. (8.7)

8.1 Pregnancy

Pregnancy Category B. Reproduction studies have been performed in pregnant rats and rabbits at daily oral doses up to 15 and 30 mg/kg/day, respectively (approximately 8 and 30 times the human dose of 16 mg/day, based on body surface area), and have revealed no evidence of impaired fertility or harm to the fetus due to Vomicare-P (Ondansetron). There are, however, no adequate and well- controlled studies in pregnant women. Because animal reproduction studies are not always predictive of human response, Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) (ondansetron) oral soluble film should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed.

8.3 Nursing Mothers

Vomicare-P is excreted in the milk of rats. It is not known whether Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) is excreted in human milk. Because many drugs are excreted in human milk, caution should be exercised when Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) oral soluble film is administered to a nursing woman.

8.4 Pediatric Use

Little information is available about dosage in pediatric patients less than 4 years of age. For dosage recommendations in the prevention of nausea and vomiting associated with moderately emetogenic cancer chemotherapy for patients 4 years of age and older . The safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established for the following

Indications: prevention of nausea and vomiting associated with highly emetogenic cancer chemotherapy, prevention of nausea and vomiting associated with radiotherapy, and prevention of postoperative nausea and/or vomiting.

8.5 Geriatric Use

Of the total number of subjects enrolled in cancer chemotherapy-induced and postoperative nausea and vomiting in US- and foreign- controlled clinical trials, for which there were subgroup analyses, 938 were 65 years of age and over. No overall differences in safety or effectiveness were observed between these subjects and younger subjects, and other reported clinical experience has not identified differences in responses between the elderly and younger patients, but greater sensitivity of some older individuals cannot be ruled out. Dosage adjustment is not needed in patients over the age of 65 [see Clinical Pharmacology ].

8.6 Renal Impairment

The dosage recommendation is the same as for the general population. There is no experience beyond first-day administration of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron).

8.7 Hepatic Impairment

In patients with severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh score of 10 or greater)2, clearance is reduced and apparent volume of distribution is increased with a resultant increase in plasma half-life [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. In such patients, a total daily dose of 8 mg should not be exceeded.

9 DRUG ABUSE AND DEPENDENCE

Animal studies have shown that Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) is not discriminated as a benzodiazepine nor does it substitute for benzodiazepines in direct addiction studies.

10 OVERDOSAGE

There is no specific antidote for Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) overdose. Patients should be managed with appropriate supportive therapy. Individual intravenous doses as large as 150 mg and total daily intravenous doses as large as 252 mg have been inadvertently administered without significant adverse events. These doses are more than 10 times the recommended daily dose.

In addition to the adverse events listed above, the following events have been described in the setting of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) overdose: “Sudden blindness” (amaurosis) of 2 to 3 minutes' duration plus severe constipation occurred in 1 patient that was administered 72 mg of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) intravenously as a single dose. Hypotension (and faintness) occurred in a patient that took 48 mg of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) HCl tablets. Following infusion of 32 mg over only a 4-minute period, a vasovagal episode with transient second-degree heart block was observed. In all instances, the events resolved completely.

Pediatric cases consistent with serotonin syndrome have been reported after inadvertent oral overdoses of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) (exceeding estimated ingestion of 5 mg/kg) in young children. Reported symptoms included somnolence, agitation, tachycardia, tachypnea, hypertension, flushing, mydriasis, diaphoresis, myoclonic movements, horizontal nystagmus, hyperreflexia, and seizure. Patients required supportive care, including intubation in some cases, with complete recovery without sequelae within 1 to 2 days.

11 DESCRIPTION

Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) (ondansetron) oral soluble film is a white opaque orally dissolving film designed to be applied on top of the tongue where it will dissolve in 4 to 20 seconds and then is swallowed with saliva.

Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) does not require water to aid dissolution or swallowing.

The active ingredient in Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) is Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) base, the racemic form of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron), and a selective blocking agent of the serotonin 5-HT3 receptor type. Chemically it is (±) 1, 2, 3, 9-tetrahydro-9-methyl-3-[(2-methyl-1H-imidazol-1-yl)methyl]-4H- carbazol-4-one.

The empirical formula is C18H19N3O representing a molecular weight of 293.3. Each 4-mg Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) oral soluble film for oral administration contains 4 mg Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) base. Each 8-mg Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) oral soluble film for oral administration contains 8 mg Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) base. Each Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) oral soluble film also contains the inactive ingredients butylated hydroxytoluene, calcium carbonate, colloidal silicon dioxide, erythritol, hypromellose, monoammonium glycyrrhizinate, peppermint flavor, polyethylene oxide, sodium bicarbonate, sucralose, titanium dioxide and xanthan gum.

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12 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY

12.1 Mechanism of Action

Vomicare-P is a selective 5-HT3 receptor antagonist. While its mechanism of action has not been fully characterized, Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) is not a dopamine-receptor antagonist. Serotonin receptors of the 5-HT3 type are present both peripherally on vagal nerve terminals and centrally in the chemoreceptor trigger zone of the area postrema. It is not certain whether ondansetron' s antiemetic action is mediated centrally, peripherally, or in both sites. However, cytotoxic chemotherapy appears to be associated with release of serotonin from the enterochromaffin cells of the small intestine. In humans, urinary 5-HIAA (5-hydroxyindoleacetic acid) excretion increases after cisplatin administration in parallel with the onset of emesis. The released serotonin may stimulate the vagal afferents through the 5- HT3 receptors and initiate the vomiting reflex. In animals, the emetic response to cisplatin can be prevented by pretreatment with an inhibitor of serotonin synthesis, bilateral abdominal vagotomy and greater splanchnic nerve section, or pretreatment with a serotonin 5-HT3 receptor antagonist.

12.2 Pharmacodynamics

In normal volunteers, single intravenous doses of 0.15 mg/kg of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) had no effect on esophageal motility, gastric motility, lower esophageal sphincter pressure, or small intestinal transit time. Multiday administration of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) has been shown to slow colonic transit in normal volunteers. Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) has no effect on plasma prolactin concentrations.

12.3 Pharmacokinetics

Absorption

Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) is well absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract and undergoes some first-pass metabolism. After a single dose of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) (ondansetron) oral soluble film 8 mg under fasting conditions (n=46), the peak plasma concentrations were achieved in 1.3 hours and the mean elimination half-life was 4.6 hours in healthy subjects. The mean (±S.D.) Cmax and AUC were 37.28 (±14.9) ng/mL and 225 (±88.1) ng·h/mL, respectively. In the same study, mean Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) Cmax and AUC following administration of 8 mg Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) oral soluble film were comparable to those after 8 mg Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) ODT (orally disintegrating tablet). The systemic exposure after administration of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) oral soluble film 8 mg with or without water was found to be comparable.

In a study using Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) tablets, Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) systemic exposure did not increase proportionately to dose. AUC from a 16 mg tablet was 24% greater than predicted from an 8 mg tablet dose. This may reflect some reduction of first-pass metabolism at higher oral doses.

Food Effect

When administered with a high fat meal, 8 mg Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) (ondansetron) oral soluble film's mean time to peak plasma concentration (tmax) was delayed by approximately 1 hour and its AUC remained similar compared to that of under fasted stated.

Distribution

Plasma protein binding of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) as measured in vitro was 70% to 76% over the concentration range of 10 to 500 ng/mL. Circulating drug also distributes into erythrocytes.

Metabolism and Excretion

Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) is extensively metabolized in humans, with approximately 5% of a radiolabeled dose recovered as the parent compound from the urine. The metabolites are observed in the urine. The primary metabolic pathway is hydroxylation on the indole ring followed by subsequent glucuronide or sulfate conjugation.

In vitro metabolism studies have shown that Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) is a substrate for human hepatic cytochrome P-450 enzymes, including CYP1A2, CYP2D6, and CYP3A4. In terms of overall Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) turnover, CYP3A4 played the predominant role.

Although some nonconjugated metabolites have pharmacologic activity, these are not found in plasma at concentrations likely to significantly contribute to the biological activity of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron).

Drug Interactions

Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) does not itself appear to induce or inhibit the cytochrome P-450 drug-metabolizing enzyme system of the liver.

Because Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) is metabolized by hepatic cytochrome P-450 drug-metabolizing enzymes (CYP3A4, CYP2D6, CYP1A2), inhibitors of these enzymes may change the clearance and, hence, the half-life of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron). On the basis of available data, no dosage adjustment is recommended for patients on these drugs. Based on the multiplicity of metabolic enzymes capable of metabolizing Vomicare-P (Ondansetron), it is likely that inhibition or loss of one enzyme (e.g., CYP2D6 genetic deficiency) will be compensated by others and may result in little change in overall rates of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) elimination.

On the basis of available limited data, no dosage adjustment for Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) is recommended for patients on inhibitors of a single CYP enzyme.

Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) elimination may be affected by cytochrome P-450 inducers. In a pharmacokinetic study of 16 epileptic patients maintained chronically on CYP3A4 inducers, carbamazepine, or phenytoin, reduction in AUC, Cmax, and T½ of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) was observed1; this resulted in a significant increase in clearance. However, on the basis of available data, no dosage adjustment for Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) is recommended.

Specific Populations

Gender

Gender differences were shown in the disposition of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) given as a single dose. The extent and rate of ondansetron' s absorption is greater in women than men. It is not known whether these gender-related differences are clinically important.

Gender Mean Weight (kg) n C max (ng/mL) T max (h) T 1/2

(h)

AUC

(h·ng/mL)

M 62 39 35.2 1.67 4.54 207
F 56.7 7 49.1 1.7 5.39 323

Elderly

A reduction in clearance and increase in elimination half-life are seen in patients over 75 years of age. In clinical trials with cancer patients, safety and efficacy was similar in patients over 65 years of age and those under 65 years of age; there was an insufficient number of patients over 75 years of age to permit conclusions in that age-group. No dosage adjustment is recommended in the elderly.

Hepatic Impairment

In patients with mild-to-moderate hepatic impairment, clearance is reduced 2-fold and mean half-life is increased to 11.6 hours compared to 5.7 hours in healthy subjects. In patients with severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh score of 10 or greater)2, clearance is reduced 2-fold to 3-fold and apparent volume of distribution is increased with a resultant increase in half-life to 20 hours. In patients with severe hepatic impairment, a total daily dose of 8 mg should not be exceeded.

Renal Impairment

Due to the very small contribution (5%) of renal clearance to the overall clearance, renal impairment was not expected to significantly influence the total clearance of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron). However, Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) oral mean plasma clearance was reduced by about 50% in patients with severe renal impairment (creatinine clearance <30 mL/min). This reduction in clearance is variable and was not consistent with an increase in half-life. No reduction in dose or dosing frequency in these patients is warranted.

13 NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY

13.1 Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility

Carcinogenic effects were not seen in 2-year studies in rats and mice with oral Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) doses up to 10 mg/kg/day and 30 mg/kg/day, respectively (approximately 5 and 8 times the human dose of 16 mg/day, based on body surface area). Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) was not mutagenic in standard tests for mutagenicity. Oral administration of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) up to 15 mg/kg/day (approximately 8 times the human dose of 16 mg/day, based on body surface area) did not affect fertility or general reproductive performance of male and female rats.

14 CLINICAL STUDIES

The clinical efficacy of Vomicare-P, the active ingredient of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron), was assessed in clinical trials as described below.

14.1 Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting

Highly Emetogenic Chemotherapy

In 2 randomized, double-blind, monotherapy trials, a single 24 mg Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) HCl tablet was superior to a relevant historical placebo control in the prevention of nausea and vomiting associated with highly emetogenic cancer chemotherapy, including cisplatin ≥50 mg/m2. Steroid administration was excluded from these clinical trials. More than 90% of patients receiving a cisplatin dose ≥50 mg/m2 in the historical placebo comparator experienced vomiting in the absence of antiemetic therapy.

The first trial compared oral doses of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) 24 mg once a day, 8 mg twice a day, and 32 mg once a day in 357 adult cancer patients receiving chemotherapy regimens containing cisplatin ≥50 mg/m2. A total of 66% of patients in the Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) 24 mg once- a-day group, 55% in the Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) 8 mg twice-a-day group, and 55% in the Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) 32 mg once-a-day group completed the 24- hour study period with 0 emetic episodes and no rescue antiemetic medications, the primary endpoint of efficacy. Each of the 3 treatment groups was shown to be statistically significantly superior to a historical placebo control.

In the same trial, 56% of patients receiving oral Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) 24 mg once a day experienced no nausea during the 24-hour study period, compared with 36% of patients in the oral Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) 8 mg twice-a-day group (p = 0.001) and 50% in the oral Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) 32 mg once-a-day group.

In a second trial, efficacy of the oral Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) 24 mg once-a-day regimen in the prevention of nausea and vomiting associated with highly emetogenic cancer chemotherapy, including cisplatin ≥50 mg/m2, was confirmed.

Moderately Emetogenic Chemotherapy

In 1 double-blind US study in 67 patients, Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) HCl tablets 8 mg administered twice a day were significantly more effective than placebo in preventing vomiting induced by cyclophosphamide-based chemotherapy containing doxorubicin. Treatment response is based on the total number of emetic episodes over the 3-day study period. The results of this study are summarized in Table 5.

a The first dose was administered 30 minutes before the start of emetogenic chemotherapy, with a subsequent dose 8 hours after the first dose. An 8-mg Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) HCl tablet was administered twice a day for 2 days after completion of chemotherapy.

b Median undefined since at least 50% of the patients were withdrawn or had more than 2 emetic episodes.

c Median undefined since at least 50% of patients did not have any emetic episodes.

Vomicare-P (Ondansetron)
Tablet
8 mg twice daily a Placebo p Value
Number of patients 33 34
Treatment response
0 emetic episodes 20 (61%) 2 (6%) <0.001
1-2 emetic episodes 6 (18%) 8 (24%)
>2 emetic episodes/ withdrawn 7 (21%) 24 (71%) <0.001
Median number of emetic episodes 0.0 Undefinedb
Median time to first emetic episode (h) Undefinedc 6.5

In 1 double-blind US study in 336 patients, Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) HCl tablets 8 mg administered twice a day were as effective as Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) HCl tablets 8 mg administered 3 times a day in preventing nausea and vomiting induced by cyclophosphamide-based chemotherapy containing either methotrexate or doxorubicin.

Treatment response is based on the total number of emetic episodes over the 3-day study period. The results of this study are summarized in Table 6.

a The first dose was administered 30 minutes before the start of emetogenic chemotherapy, with a subsequent dose 8 hours after the first dose. An 8-mg Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) HCl tablet was administered twice a day for 2 days after completion of chemotherapy.

b The first dose was administered 30 minutes before the start of emetogenic chemotherapy, with subsequent doses 4 and 8 hours after the first dose. An 8-mg

Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) HCl tablet was administered three times daily for 2 days after completion of chemotherapy.

c Median undefined since at least 50% of patients did not have any emetic episodes.

d Visual analog scale assessment: 0=no nausea, 100=nausea as bad as it can be.

Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) 8 mg twice daily a Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) 8 mg three times daily b
Number of patients 165 171
Treatment response
0 emetic episodes 101 (61%) 99 (58%)
1-2 emetic episodes 16 (10%) 17 (10%)
>2 emetic episodes/withdrawn 48 (29%) 55 (32%)
Median number of emetic episodes 0.0 0.0
Median time to first emetic episode (h) Undefinedc Undefinedc
Median nausea scores (0-100)d 6 6

Retreatment

In uncontrolled trials, 148 patients receiving cyclophosphamide-based chemotherapy were re-treated with Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) HCl tablets 8 mg three times daily during subsequent chemotherapy for a total of 396 re-treatment courses. No emetic episodes occurred in 314 (79%) of the re-treatment courses, and only 1 to 2 emetic episodes occurred in 43 (11%) of the re-treatment courses.

Pediatrics

Three open-label, uncontrolled, foreign trials have been performed with 182 pediatric patients 4 to 18 years old with cancer who were given a variety of cisplatin or non-cisplatin regimens. In these foreign trials, the initial dose of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) HCl injection ranged from 0.04 mg/kg to 0.87 mg/kg for a total dose of 2.16 mg to 12 mg. This was followed by the administration of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) HCl tablets ranging from 4 mg to 24 mg daily for 3 days. In these studies, 58% of the 170 evaluable patients had a complete response (no emetic episodes) on day 1. Two studies showed the response rates for patients less than 12 years of age who received Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) HCl tablets 4 mg three times daily to be similar to those in patients 12 to 18 years of age who received Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) HCl tablets 8 mg three times daily. Thus, prevention of emesis in these pediatric patients was essentially the same as for patients older than 18 years of age. Overall, Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) HCl tablets were tolerated in these pediatric patients.

14.2 Radiation-Induced Nausea and Vomiting

Total Body Irradiation

In a randomized, double-blind study in 20 patients, Vomicare-P HCl tablets (8 mg given 1.5 hours before each fraction of radiotherapy for 4 days) were significantly more effective than placebo in preventing vomiting induced by total body irradiation. Total body irradiation consisted of 11 fractions (120 cGy per fraction) over 4 days for a total of 1,320 cGy. Patients received 3 fractions for 3 days, then 2 fractions on day 4.

Single High-Dose Fraction Radiotherapy

Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) was significantly more effective than metoclopramide with respect to complete control of emesis (0 emetic episodes) in a double-blind trial in 105 patients receiving single high-dose radiotherapy (800 to 1,000 cGy) over an anterior or posterior field size of ≥80 cm2 to the abdomen. Patients received the first dose of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) HCl tablets (8 mg) or metoclopramide (10 mg) 1 to 2 hours before radiotherapy. If radiotherapy was given in the morning, 2 additional doses of study treatment were given (1 tablet late afternoon and 1 tablet before bedtime). If radiotherapy was given in the afternoon, patients took only 1 further tablet that day before bedtime. Patients continued the oral medication on a three times daily basis for 3 days.

Daily Fractionated Radiotherapy

Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) was significantly more effective than prochlorperazine with respect to complete control of emesis (0 emetic episodes) in a double-blind trial in 135 patients receiving a 1- to 4-week course of fractionated radiotherapy (180 cGy doses) over a field size of >100 cm2 to the abdomen. Patients received the first dose of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) HCl tablets (8 mg) or prochlorperazine (10 mg) 1 to 2 hours before the patient received the first daily radiotherapy fraction, with 2 subsequent doses on a three times a day basis. Patients continued the oral medication on a three times daily basis on each day of radiotherapy.

14.3 Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting

Surgical patients who received Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) 1 hour before the induction of general balanced anesthesia (barbiturate: thiopental, methohexital, or thiamylal; opioid: alfentanil, sufentanil, morphine, or fentanyl; nitrous oxide; neuromuscular blockade: succinylcholine/curare or gallamine and/or vecuronium, pancuronium, or atracurium; and supplemental isoflurane or enflurane) were evaluated in 2 double-blind studies (1 US study, 1 foreign) involving 865 patients. Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) HCl tablets (16 mg) were significantly more effective than placebo in preventing postoperative nausea and vomiting.

The study populations in all trials thus far consisted of women undergoing inpatient surgical procedures. No studies have been performed in males. No controlled clinical study comparing Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) HCl tablets to Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) injection has been performed.

15 REFERENCES

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  • Pugh RNH, Murray-Lyon IM, Dawson JL, Pietroni MC, Williams R. Transection of the oesophagus for bleeding oesophageal varices. Brit J Surg. 1973;60:646-649.
  • Villikka K, Kivisto KT, Neuvonen PJ. The effect of rifampin on the pharmacokinetics of oral and intravenous Vomicare-P (Ondansetron). Clin Pharmacol Ther. 1999;65:377-381.
  • De Witte JL, Schoenmaekers B, Sessler DI, et al. Anesth Analg. 2001;92:1319-1321.
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16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING

Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) (ondansetron) oral soluble film 4 mg and Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) (ondansetron) oral soluble film 8 mg, are supplied as thin rectangular white opaque films in individual foil-foil sealed child resistant pouches. Individual films are identified by “4 mg” or “8 mg”, according to the respective strengths, which is printed using pharmaceutical grade edible ink.

Individual pouches of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) 4 mg oral soluble film are packaged in boxes of 10 (NDC 57881-444-10) and packaged in boxes of 1 (NDC 57881-444-01). Individual pouches of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) 8 mg oral soluble film are packaged in boxes of 10 (NDC 57881-448-10) and packaged in boxes of 1 (NDC 57881-448-01).

Store at controlled room temperature 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F). Store pouches in cartons. Keep product in pouch until ready to use.

17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION

See FDA-Approved Patient Labeling

Advise patients to carefully read the “Patient Information” and “Instructions for Use” accompanying each package of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) (ondansetron) oral soluble film.

Inform patients that Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) may cause serious cardiac arrhythmias such as QT prolongation. Instruct patients to tell their healthcare provider right away if they perceive a change in their heart rate, if they feel lightheaded, or if they have a syncopal episode.

Inform patients that the chances of developing severe cardiac arrhythmias such as QT prolongation and Torsade de Pointes are higher in the following people:

  • Patients with a personal or family history of abnormal heart rhythms, such as congenital long QT syndrome;
  • Patients who take medications, such as diuretics, which may cause electrolyte abnormalities
  • Patients with hypokalemia or hypomagnesaemia
  • Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) should be avoided in these patients, since they may be more at risk for cardiac arrhythmias such as QT prolongation and Torsade de Pointes.
  • Advise patients of the possibility of serotonin syndrome with concomitant use of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) and another serotonergic agent such as medications to treat depression and migraines. Advise patients to seek immediate medical attention if the following symptoms occur: changes in mental status, autonomic instability, neuromuscular symptoms with or without gastrointestinal symptoms.

Inform patients that Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) film may cause headache, malaise/fatigue, constipation, and diarrhea. The patient should report the use of all medications, especially apomorphine or any drug of the 5HT3 antagonist class, to their health care provider. Concomitant use of apomorphine and Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) may cause a significant drop in blood pressure and loss of consciousness.

Inform patients that Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) may cause hypersensitivity reactions, some as severe as anaphylaxis and bronchospasm. The patient should report any hypersensitivity reactions to this and other 5-HT3 receptor antagonists to their health care provider.

Instruct patients on how to use Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) films:

The patient should keep the film in the pouch until ready to use and not to chew or swallow the film. With dry hands, the patient should fold the pouch along the dotted line to expose the tear notch. While still folded, the patient should tear the pouch carefully along the edge and remove the Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) oral soluble film from the pouch. The patient should immediately place the film on top of the tongue where it dissolves in 4 to 20 seconds, then swallow with saliva. Once the film dissolves, the patient may swallow liquid but it is not required. The patient should wash his hands after taking Vomicare-P (Ondansetron).

Patient Information

Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) ® (ZOO-plenz)

(ondansetron)

Oral Soluble Film

What is Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) ® ?

Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) is a prescription medicine that is used in adults to prevent nausea and vomiting:

  • that happens with certain cancer chemotherapy medicines, radiation therapy to your stomach-area (abdomen), or radiation therapy to your entire body.
  • that may happen after surgery

In children 4 years of age and older, Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) is only used to prevent nausea and vomiting that happens with certain cancer chemotherapy medicines.

It is not known if Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) is safe and works in children to prevent nausea and vomiting with radiation therapy, or nausea and vomiting that may happen after surgery in children.

Who should not take Vomicare-P (Ondansetron)? Do not take Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) if you:

  • take apomorphine hydrochloride (Apokyn)
  • have had an allergic reaction to Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) or are allergic to any of its ingredients. See the end of this leaflet for a complete list of ingredients in Vomicare-P (Ondansetron).

What should I tell my doctor before taking Vomicare-P (Ondansetron)? Before you take Vomicare-P (Ondansetron), tell you doctor if you:

  • have any heart problems, including a condition called “congenital long QT syndrome”
  • take a medicine that causes heart problems (QT prolongation)
  • have low blood levels of potassium or magnesium
  • have liver problems
  • have any other medical conditions
  • are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) will harm your unborn baby.
  • are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) passes into your breast milk.

Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Some medicines may affect how Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) works, and Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) may affect how other medicines work. Taking Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) with certain other medicines may cause serious side effects. Especially tell your doctor if you take:

  • apomorphine hydrochloride (Apokyn)
  • tramadol hydrochloride (Ultram, Ultram ER, Ryzolt, ConZip, Rybix ODT)
  • any other medicine for nausea and vomiting

Know the medicines you take. Keep a list of them to show your doctor and pharmacist when you get a new medicine.

How should I take Vomicare-P (Ondansetron)?

  • Take Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) exactly as your doctor tells you to take it.
  • If you take too much Vomicare-P (Ondansetron), call your doctor or go to the nearest hospital emergency room right away.
  • An adult should help a young child use Vomicare-P (Ondansetron).

Read the Instructions for Use at the end of this Patient Information for information about the right way to take Vomicare-P (Ondansetron).

What should I avoid while taking Vomicare-P (Ondansetron)?

Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) may cause dizziness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do other dangerous activities until you know how Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) affects you.

What are the possible side effects of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron)?

Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) may cause serious side effects, including:

  • severe allergic reactions. Stop taking Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) and get medical help right away if you have any of these signs or symptoms of an allergic reaction to Vomicare-P (Ondansetron):
    • rash
    • hives
    • itching
    • trouble breathing
    • chest tightness or chest pain
    • swelling of your mouth, face, lips, or tongue
  • heart rhythm changes. Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) can cause a change in the electrical activity in your heart called QT prolongation, which can cause irregular heartbeats.

The most common side effects of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) include:

  • headache
  • tiredness and body discomfort
  • constipation
  • diarrhea

These are not all the possible side effects of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron). For more information, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

How should I store Vomicare-P (Ondansetron)?

  • Store Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) at room temperature between 68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C).
  • Keep Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) in the foil pouch until ready to use. Keep foil pouches in the carton.
  • Use Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) right after you take it out of the pouch.

Keep Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) and all medicines out of the reach of children.

General information about the safe and effective use of Vomicare-P (Ondansetron)

Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in Patient Information leaflets. Do not use Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) for a condition for which it was not prescribed. Do not give Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) to other people, even if they have the same symptoms that you have. It may harm them.

You can ask your doctor or pharmacist for information about Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) that is written for health professionals.

For more information, go to www. ZUPLENZ.com or call 1 855 636 5710.

What are the ingredients in Vomicare-P (Ondansetron)?

Active ingredient: Vomicare-P (Ondansetron)

Inactive ingredients: butylated hydroxytoluene, calcium carbonate, colloidal silicon dioxide, erythritol, hypromellose, monoammonium glycyrrhizinate, peppermint flavor, polyethylene oxide, sodium bicarbonate, sucralose, titanium dioxide and xanthan gum.

This Patient Information has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Manufactured by:

Monosol Rx, LLC

Warren, NJ 07059

Manufactured for:

Galena Biopharma, Inc.

Portland, OR 97239

Distributed by:

Galena Biopharma, Inc. Portland, OR 97239

Revised: September 2014

Instructions for Use

Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) ® (ZOO-plenz)

(ondansetron)

Oral Soluble Film

Step 1. Keep the Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) film in the foil pouch until ready to use. Use Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) film right away after you take it out of the pouch.

Step 2. Make sure your hands are dry.

Step 3. Fold the pouch along the dotted line to expose the tear notch. See Figure A.

Principal Display Panel - 4 mg

Principal Display Panel - Box Label

TO OPEN: Fold along dotted line and

tear down at slit along the arrow.

PHYSICIAN SAMPLE

NOT FOR SALE

NDC 57881-444-01

Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) ®

(ondansetron) oral soluble film

4 mg

Rx only

1 Film

Principal Display Panel - 8 mg

Principal Display Panel - Box Label

TO OPEN: Fold along dotted line and

tear down at slit along the arrow.

PHYSICIAN SAMPLE

NOT FOR SALE

NDC 57881-448-01

Vomicare-P (Ondansetron) ®

(ondansetron) oral soluble film

8 mg

Rx only

1 Film

Vomicare-P pharmaceutical active ingredients containing related brand and generic drugs:

Active ingredient is the part of the drug or medicine which is biologically active. This portion of the drug is responsible for the main action of the drug which is intended to cure or reduce the symptom or disease. The other portions of the drug which are inactive are called excipients; there role is to act as vehicle or binder. In contrast to active ingredient, the inactive ingredient's role is not significant in the cure or treatment of the disease. There can be one or more active ingredients in a drug.


Vomicare-P available forms, composition, doses:

Form of the medicine is the form in which the medicine is marketed in the market, for example, a medicine X can be in the form of capsule or the form of chewable tablet or the form of tablet. Sometimes same medicine can be available as injection form. Each medicine cannot be in all forms but can be marketed in 1, 2, or 3 forms which the pharmaceutical company decided based on various background research results.
Composition is the list of ingredients which combinedly form a medicine. Both active ingredients and inactive ingredients form the composition. The active ingredient gives the desired therapeutic effect whereas the inactive ingredient helps in making the medicine stable.
Doses are various strengths of the medicine like 10mg, 20mg, 30mg and so on. Each medicine comes in various doses which is decided by the manufacturer, that is, pharmaceutical company. The dose is decided on the severity of the symptom or disease.


Vomicare-P destination | category:

Destination is defined as the organism to which the drug or medicine is targeted. For most of the drugs what we discuss, human is the drug destination.
Drug category can be defined as major classification of the drug. For example, an antihistaminic or an antipyretic or anti anginal or pain killer, anti-inflammatory or so.


Vomicare-P Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical codes:

A medicine is classified depending on the organ or system it acts [Anatomical], based on what result it gives on what disease, symptom [Therapeutical], based on chemical composition [Chemical]. It is called as ATC code. The code is based on Active ingredients of the medicine. A medicine can have different codes as sometimes it acts on different organs for different indications. Same way, different brands with same active ingredients and same indications can have same ATC code.


Vomicare-P pharmaceutical companies:

Pharmaceutical companies are drug manufacturing companies that help in complete development of the drug from the background research to formation, clinical trials, release of the drug into the market and marketing of the drug.
Researchers are the persons who are responsible for the scientific research and is responsible for all the background clinical trials that resulted in the development of the drug.


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References

  1. Dailymed."ZUPLENZ (ONDANSETRON) FILM, SOLUBLE [GALENA BIOPHARMA, INC.]". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailym... (accessed August 28, 2018).
  2. Dailymed."FEVERALL INFANTS (ACETAMINOPHEN) SUPPOSITORY [ACTAVIS MID ATLANTIC LLC]". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailym... (accessed August 28, 2018).
  3. Dailymed."ONDANSETRON: DailyMed provides trustworthy information about marketed drugs in the United States. DailyMed is the official provider of FDA label information (package inserts).". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailym... (accessed August 28, 2018).

Frequently asked Questions

Can i drive or operate heavy machine after consuming Vomicare-P?

Depending on the reaction of the Vomicare-P after taken, if you are feeling dizziness, drowsiness or any weakness as a reaction on your body, Then consider Vomicare-P not safe to drive or operate heavy machine after consumption. Meaning that, do not drive or operate heavy duty machines after taking the capsule if the capsule has a strange reaction on your body like dizziness, drowsiness. As prescribed by a pharmacist, it is dangerous to take alcohol while taking medicines as it exposed patients to drowsiness and health risk. Please take note of such effect most especially when taking Primosa capsule. It's advisable to consult your doctor on time for a proper recommendation and medical consultations.

Is Vomicare-P addictive or habit forming?

Medicines are not designed with the mind of creating an addiction or abuse on the health of the users. Addictive Medicine is categorically called Controlled substances by the government. For instance, Schedule H or X in India and schedule II-V in the US are controlled substances.

Please consult the medicine instruction manual on how to use and ensure it is not a controlled substance.In conclusion, self medication is a killer to your health. Consult your doctor for a proper prescription, recommendation, and guidiance.

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