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BIO-QUETIAPINE XR is a brand name for Quetiapine, supplied as a tablet (extended-release). The medicine, its uses, side effects and dosage are the same regardless of brand.
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). Transaminase Elevations Asymptomatic, transient and reversible elevations in serum transaminases (primarily ALT) associated with quetiapine fumarate extended-release have been reported. The proportions of patients with transaminase elevations of >3 times the upper limits of the normal reference range in a pool of placebo-controlled trials were approximately 1% for both quetiapine fumarate extended-release and placebo.
During premarketing clinical trials, therapy with quetiapine fumarate immediate-release was associated with elevation of hepatic transaminases, primarily ALT. 2% (3/1892) had elevations to >400 IU/L. No patients had values in excess of 800 IU/L.
None of the quetiapine fumarate immediate- release-treated patients who had elevated transaminase values manifested clinical symptomatology associated with liver impairment. The majority of transaminase elevations were seen during the first two months of treatment.
Most elevations were transient (80%) while patients continued on quetiapine fumarate immediate-release therapy. Of the 101 quetiapine fumarate immediate-release-treated patients whose enzyme levels increased to >120 IU/L, 40 discontinued treatment while their ALT values were still raised.
In 114 quetiapine fumarate immediate-release-treated patients whose baseline ALT was >90 IU/L, only 1 experienced an elevation to >400 IU/L. Precautions should be exercised when using quetiapine in patients with pre-existing hepatic disorders, in patients who are being treated with potentially hepatotoxic drugs, or if treatment- emergent signs or symptoms of hepatic impairment appear.
Hepatic failure, including fatalities, has also been reported very rarely during the post- marketing period. There have been rare reports of hepatitis in clinical studies. Rare post- marketing reports of hepatitis (with or without jaundice), in patients with or without prior history, have been received.
Very rare cases of hepatic steatosis, cholestatic or mixed liver injury have also been reported in the post-marketing period. For patients who have known or suspected abnormal hepatic function prior to starting quetiapine, standard clinical assessment, including measurement of transaminase levels is Bio-QUETIAPINE XR (Quetiapine Fumarate Extended-Release Tablets) Page 19 of 85 recommended.
4 Abnormal Laboratory Findings: Hematologic, Clinical Chemistry and Other Quantitative Data). Pancreatitis Pancreatitis has been reported in clinical trials and during post marketing experience. Among post marketing reports, while not all cases were confounded by risk factors, many patients had factors which are known to be associated with pancreatitis such as increased triglycerides (see 7 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS - Endocrine and Metabolism), gallstones, and alcohol consumption.
Musculoskeletal Rhabdomyolysis Quetiapine may cause rhabdomyolysis at recommended doses, and in the absence of neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS). Serious outcomes including compartment syndrome, acute renal failure, and fatalities have been reported.
and 14 CLINICAL TRIALS). In MDD, the safety of doses above 300 mg/day has not been evaluated. , antipsychotics), may be dose-related (see 7 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS and 8 ADVERSE REACTIONS). The Bio-QUETIAPINE XR dose should thus be periodically reassessed to achieve and maintain the lowest effective dose.
Furthermore, as the long-term safety of quetiapine fumarate extended-release in MDD has not been systematically evaluated, the physician who elects to use Bio-QUETIAPINE XR in the treatment of MDD should use Bio-QUETIAPINE XR for the shortest time that is clinically indicated.
When long-term treatment is believed to be indicated, the physician must periodically re-evaluate the long-term usefulness of the drug for the individual patient keeping in mind the long-term risks. Switching patients from Quetiapine Fumarate Immediate-Release Tablets to Bio-QUETIAPINE XR Tablets For more convenient dosing, patients who are currently being treated with divided doses of quetiapine fumarate immediate-release formulation may be switched to Bio-QUETIAPINE XR at the equivalent total daily dose taken once daily.
Individual dosage adjustments may be necessary. Switching patients from other antidepressants For many antidepressants, a gradual taper is recommended prior to complete discontinuation Bio-QUETIAPINE XR (Quetiapine Fumarate Extended-Release Tablets) Page 8 of 85 of the drug (physicians should refer to the approved Product Monograph of the specific antidepressant).
There are no systematically collected data to address switching patients from other antidepressants to Bio-QUETIAPINE XR. Generally there should be no need for a wash-out period between stopping an antidepressant and starting Bio-QUETIAPINE XR.
The physician may elect to initiate Bio-QUETIAPINE XR treatment while tapering the antidepressant, however patients may experience additive side effects during the overlap period. Switching patients from other antipsychotics There are no systematically collected data to specifically address switching patients from other antipsychotics to Bio-QUETIAPINE XR, or concerning concomitant administration with other antipsychotics.
). Bio-QUETIAPINE XR should only be prescribed in patients with MDD by clinicians who are aware of the importance and are experienced in the early detection and management of the above-mentioned safety issues associated with this class.
Long-term safety of quetiapine fumarate extended-release in MDD has not been systematically evaluated. Thus, the physician who elects to use Bio-QUETIAPINE XR in the treatment of MDD should use Bio-QUETIAPINE XR for the shortest time that is clinically indicated.
When lengthier treatment is indicated, the physician must periodically re-evaluate the long-term usefulness of the drug for the individual patient keeping in mind the long-term risks (see 14 CLINICAL TRIALS). 1 Special Populations).
1 Special Populations). 2. CONTRAINDICATIONS Bio-QUETIAPINE XR (quetiapine fumarate extended-release) is contraindicated in patients who are hypersensitive to this drug or to any ingredients in the formulation, including any non- medicinal ingredient or component of the container.
For a complete listing, see 6 DOSAGE FORMS, STRENGTHS, COMPOSITION AND PACKAGING. 3. SERIOUS WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS BOX Serious Warnings and Precautions • Increased Mortality in Elderly Patients with Dementia • Elderly patients with dementia treated with atypical antipsychotic drugs are at an increased risk of death compared to placebo.
6 fold increase in death rate in the drug-related patients. 4 Geriatrics - Use in Geriatric Patients with Dementia). 4. 2 Recommended Dose and Dosage Adjustment - Dosing Considerations in Special Populations. 2 Recommended Dose and Dosage Adjustment Schizophrenia Usual Dose: The titration rate, based on the clinical trials (see 14 CLINICAL TRIALS) is shown in the table below.
Day 1 Day 2 After Day 2 Once daily dosing 300 mg 600 mg Up to 800 mg The dose should be adjusted within the effective dose range of 400 mg to 800 mg per day, depending on the clinical response and tolerability of the patient. In a controlled clinical trial, Bio-QUETIAPINE XR (Quetiapine Fumarate Extended-Release Tablets) Page 6 of 85 the treatment effect size of 600 mg and 800 mg doses of quetiapine fumarate extended-release was greater than that of the 400 mg dose (see 14 CLINICAL TRIALS).
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Consider discontinuing quetiapine if markedly elevated creatine kinase concentrations are observed or myopathy is suspected or diagnosed. Neurologic Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome is a potentially fatal symptom complex that has been reported in association with antipsychotic drugs, including quetiapine.
The clinical manifestations of NMS are hyperthermia, muscle rigidity, altered mental status, and evidence of autonomic instability (irregular pulse or blood pressure, tachycardia, diaphoresis, and cardiac dysrhythmia). Additional signs may include elevated creatine phosphokinase, myoglobinuria (rhabdomyolysis) and acute renal failure.
) and untreated or inadequately treated extrapyramidal signs and symptoms. Other important considerations in the differential diagnosis include central anticholinergic toxicity, heat stroke, drug fever and primary central nervous system pathology.
The management of NMS should include immediate discontinuation of antipsychotic drugs, including quetiapine, and other drugs not essential to concurrent therapy; intensive symptomatic treatment and medical monitoring; and treatment of any concomitant serious medical problems for which specific treatments are available.
There is no general agreement about specific pharmacological treatment regimens for uncomplicated NMS. If a patient requires antipsychotic drug treatment after recovery from NMS, the potential reintroduction of drug therapy should be carefully considered.
The patient should be carefully Bio-QUETIAPINE XR (Quetiapine Fumarate Extended-Release Tablets) Page 20 of 85 monitored since recurrences of NMS have been reported. Tardive Dyskinesia (TD) and Extrapyramidal Symptoms (EPS) Tardive Dyskinesia is a syndrome of potentially irreversible, involuntary, dyskinetic movements that may develop in patients treated with antipsychotic drugs including quetiapine.
Although the prevalence of the syndrome appears to be highest among the elderly, especially elderly women, it is impossible to rely upon estimates to predict which patients are likely to develop the syndrome. In placebo-controlled clinical trials for schizophrenia and bipolar mania the incidence of EPS was no different from that of placebo across the recommended therapeutic dose […]
While immediate discontinuation of the previous antipsychotic treatment may be acceptable for some patients, more gradual discontinuation may be most appropriate for others. In all cases, the period of overlapping antipsychotic administration should be minimized.
When switching patients from depot antipsychotics, if medically appropriate, initiate Bio- QUETIAPINE XR therapy in place of next scheduled injection. The need for continuing existing EPS medication should be re-evaluated periodically.
1 Special Populations). Geriatric Use As with other antipsychotics, Bio-QUETIAPINE XR should be used with caution in the elderly, especially during the initial dosing period. The rate of dose titration of Bio-QUETIAPINE XR may need to be slower, and the daily therapeutic target dose lower, than that used in younger patients.
1 Special Populations). Given the limited experience with quetiapine fumarate extended-release in the elderly, and the higher incidence of concomitant illness and concomitant medication in this population, Bio-QUETIAPINE XR should be used with caution.
The mean plasma clearance of quetiapine fumarate immediate-release was reduced by 30% to 50% in elderly subjects when compared to younger patients. , 50 mg/day) of Bio-QUETIAPINE XR. The dose can be increased in increments of 50 mg/day to an effective dose, depending on the clinical response Bio-QUETIAPINE XR (Quetiapine Fumarate Extended-Release Tablets) Page 9 of 85 and tolerance of the individual patient.
In elderly patients with MDD, initial dosing should begin at 50 mg on Days 1-3, the dose can be increased to 100 mg on Day 4, and 150 mg on Day 8 (see 14 CLINICAL TRIALS). 3 Pharmacokinetics - Special Populations and Conditions). Therefore, Bio-QUETIAPINE XR should be used with caution in patients with mild hepatic impairment, especially during the initial dosing period.
, 50 mg/day) of Bio- QUETIAPINE XR. The dose should be increased daily in increments of 50 mg/day to an effective dose, depending on the clinical response and tolerance in the individual patient. No pharmacokinetic data are available for quetiapine in patients with moderate to severe hepatic impairment.
3 Pharmacokinetics - Special Populations and Conditions). Renal Impairment As clinical experience is lacking, caution is advised (see 7 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS - Renal). 4 Administration Bio-QUETIAPINE XR is for oral use only. Bio-QUETIAPINE XR tablets should be swallowed whole and not split, chewed or crushed.
3 Pharmacokinetics). Bio-QUETIAPINE XR should be administered once daily, generally in the evening. […]
In schizophrenia, the safety of doses above 800 mg/day has not been evaluated. The need for continuing existing EPS medications should be re-evaluated periodically as quetiapine fumarate extended-release has not been associated with treatment-emergent EPS across the clinical dose range.
Bipolar Disorder Bipolar Mania:
Usual Dose: The titration rate, based on the clinical trials (see 14 CLINICAL TRIALS) is shown in the table below. Day 1 Day 2 After Day 2 Once daily dosing 300 mg 600 mg Up to 800 mg The dose should be adjusted within the effective dose range of 400 mg to 800 mg per day, depending on the clinical response and tolerability of the patient.
In bipolar mania, the safety of doses above 800 mg/day has not been evaluated.
Bipolar Depression:
Usual Dose: The titration rate, based on the clinical trials (see 14 CLINICAL TRIALS) is shown in the table below. Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 and thereafter Once daily dosing 50 mg 100 mg 200 mg 300 mg The usual target dose is 300 mg/day.
The dose may be further increased depending on the response and tolerability of the patient. The maximum dose is 600 mg/day. In quetiapine fumarate immediate-release clinical trials, antidepressant efficacy was demonstrated with quetiapine fumarate immediate-release at both 300 mg/day and 600 mg/day, however no additional benefit was seen in the 600 mg group during short-term treatment.
In bipolar depression, the safety of doses of quetiapine above 600 mg/day has not been evaluated. Major Depressive Disorder Bio-QUETIAPINE XR is indicated for the symptomatic relief of major depressive disorder (MDD) when currently available approved antidepressant drugs have failed either due to lack of Bio-QUETIAPINE XR (Quetiapine Fumarate Extended-Release Tablets) Page 7 of 85 efficacy and/or lack of tolerability.
While there is no evidence that the efficacy of Bio- QUETIAPINE XR is superior to other antidepressants, it provides a treatment option for patients who have failed on previous antidepressant treatments. Clinicians must take into account the safety concerns associated with antipsychotic drugs, a class of drugs to which Bio-QUETIAPINE XR belongs.
Safety concerns of this class include: weight gain; hyperlipidemia; hyperglycemia; Tardive Dyskinesia; and Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (see 7 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS). Bio-QUETIAPINE XR should only be prescribed in patients with MDD by clinicians who are aware of the importance and are experienced in the early detection and management of the above-mentioned safety issues associated with this class.
Usual Dose:
The titration rate, based on the clinical trials (see 14 CLINICAL TRIALS) is shown in the table below. Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Once daily dosing 50 mg 50 mg 150 mg The usual target dose is 150 mg. Some patients […]