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Climara Pro is a brand name for Estradiol (also known as Oestradiol). The medicine, its uses, side effects and dosage are the same regardless of brand.
Used for: 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Climara Pro is indicated for: Climara Pro is an estrogen plus progestin indicated in a woman with a uterus for: Treatment of Moderate to Severe Vasomotor Symptoms due to Menopause ( 1.1 ) Prevention of Postmenopausal Osteoporosis ( 1.2 ) Limitations of Use: When prescribing solely for the…
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2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Use estrogen-alone, or in combination with a progestogen, at the lowest effective dose and for the shortest duration consistent with treatment goals and risks for the individual women. Reevaluate postmenopausal women periodically as clinically appropriate to determine if treatment is still necessary.
One Climara Pro transdermal system is available for use. 015 mg per day applied to the skin once weekly. Start therapy at the lowest effective dose and the shortest duration consistent with the treatment goals. Attempts to discontinue Climara Pro should be made at 3 to 6 month intervals.
015 mg per day applied to the skin once weekly. 3 Application of the Climara Pro Transdermal System Initiation of Therapy Women not currently using continuous estrogen-alone therapy or estrogen plus progestogen therapy may start therapy with Climara Pro at any time.
However, women currently using continuous estrogen-alone therapy or estrogen plus progestogen therapy should complete the current cycle of therapy before initiating Climara Pro therapy. Women often experience withdrawal bleeding at the completion of the cycle.
The first day of this bleeding would be an appropriate time to begin Climara Pro therapy. Site Selection Place the adhesive side of Climara Pro on a smooth (fold free), clean, dry area of the skin on the lower abdomen or the upper quadrant of the buttock.
Do not apply Climara Pro to or near the breasts. Select an area selected that is not oily (which can impair adherence of the system), damaged, or irritated. Avoid the waistline; tight clothing may rub Climara Pro off or modify drug delivery.
Avoid application to areas where sitting would dislodge Climara Pro. Rotate the sites of application, with an interval of at least 1-week allowed between applications to the same site. Application Apply Climara Pro immediately after opening the pouch and removing the protective lining.
Press Climara Pro firmly in place with the fingers for at least 10 seconds, making sure there is good contact, especially around the edges. If the system lifts, apply pressure to maintain adhesion. In the event that a system should fall off, reapply the same system to another area of the lower abdomen.
If the system cannot be reapplied, a new system may be applied, in which case, the original treatment schedule should be continued. Only one system should be worn at any one time during 7-day dosing interval. Do not expose the applied transdermal system to the sun for prolonged periods of time.
2) ] The most common adverse reactions (≥5 percent) with Climara Pro are: application site reaction, vaginal bleeding, breast pain, upper respiratory infection, back pain, depression, pain, headache and flu syndrome. 1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
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 practice.
The data described below is from a one-year, prospective, multicenter, double blind, double dummy, randomized, controlled trial investigating the effect of three different dosage combinations of E 2 /LNG versus E 2 alone on the development of endometrial hyperplasia.
All women were postmenopausal, had a serum estradiol level of less than 20 pg/mL, and the sample included both symptomatic and asymptomatic women. 015 group (the approved dosage for Climara Pro, N=212) and the E 2 alone group (N=204).
015 E 2 N N = total number of subjects in a treatment group; n = number of subjects with event. 9) Irritation potential of Climara Pro was assessed in a 3-week irritation study. The study compared the irritation of a Climara Pro placebo patch (22 cm 2 ) to a placebo (25 cm 2 ).
Visual assessments of irritation were made on Day 7 of each wear period, approximately 30 minutes after patch removal using a 7-point scale (0 = no evidence of irritation; 1 = minimal erythema, barely perceptible; 2 = definite erythema, readily visible, or minimal edema, or minimal papular response; 3–7 = erythema and papules, edema, vesicles, strong extensive reaction).
06 (week 3) for the Climara Pro. 12 (week 3). There were no irritation scores greater than 2 at any timepoint in any woman. 5 percent) of subjects in the 1-year endometrial protection study. 2 Postmarketing Experience The following adverse reactions have been identified during post-approval use of Climara Pro.
1 Cardiovascular Disorders Increased risks of PE, DVT, stroke and MI are reported with estrogen plus progestin therapy. Increased risks of stroke and DVT are reported with estrogen-alone therapy. Immediately discontinue estrogen with or without progestogen therapy if any of these occur or are suspected.
Manage appropriately any risk factors for arterial vascular disease (for example, hypertension, diabetes mellitus, tobacco use, hypercholesterolemia, and obesity) and/or venous thromboembolism (VTE) (for example, personal history or family history of VTE, obesity, and systemic lupus erythematosus).
5) ] . The increase in risk was demonstrated after the first year and persisted. 1 Immediately discontinue estrogen plus progestogen therapy if a stroke occurs or is suspected. 625 mg)-alone compared to women in the same age group receiving placebo (45 versus 33 strokes per 10,000 women-years, respectively).
5) ] . Immediately discontinue estrogen-alone therapy if a stroke occurs or is suspected. 625 mg)-alone versus those receiving placebo (18 versus 21 per 10,000 women-years). 5 mg) compared to women receiving placebo (41 versus 34 per 10,000 women-years).
5) ] . 5 ] . 625 mg)-alone compared to placebo (8 versus 16 per 10,000 women-years). 5 mg) demonstrated no cardiovascular benefit. 1 years, treatment with CE plus MPA did not reduce the overall rate of CHD events in postmenopausal women with established CHD.
There were more CHD events in the CE plus MPA-treated group than in the placebo group in year 1, but not during the subsequent years. Two thousand three hundred twenty-one (2,321) women from the original HERS trial agreed to participate in an open label extension of HERS, HERS II.
8 years overall. Rates of CHD events were comparable among women in the CE plus MPA group and the placebo group in HERS, HERS II, and overall. 5 mg) compared to women receiving placebo (35 versus 17 per 10,000 women-years). Statistically significant increases in risk for both DVT (26 versus 13 per 10,000 women-years) and PE (18 versus 8 per 10,000 women-years) were also demonstrated.
10 ) Protein C, protein S, or antithrombin deficiency, or other thrombophilic disorders ( 4 )
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Swimming, bathing, or using a sauna while using Climara Pro has not been studied, and these activities may decrease the adhesion of the system and the delivery of the estrogen and progestin. 4 Removal of the Climara Pro Transdermal System Remove Climara Pro carefully and slowly to avoid irritation of the skin.
If any adhesive remain on the skin after removal of Climara Pro, allow the area to dry for 15 minutes and then gently rub the area with an oil-based cream or lotion should remove the adhesive residue. Used patches still contain some active hormones.
Carefully fold each patch in half so that it sticks to itself before throwing it away.
Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure. Genitourinary System Changes in bleeding patterns Gastrointestinal Abdominal distension, Combined two or more similar ARs abdominal pain, nausea Skin Alopecia, night sweats, pruritus, Rash, hot flush Central Nervous System Dizziness, headache, insomnia Miscellaneous Application site reaction, weight increased, anaphylactic reaction
5) ] . Immediately discontinue estrogen plus progestogen therapy if a VTE occurs or is suspected. 625 mg)-alone compared to placebo (30 versus 22 per 10,000 women-years), although only the increased risk of DVT reached statistical significance (23 versus 15 per 10,000 women-years).
5) ] . Immediately discontinue estrogen-alone therapy if a VTE occurs or is suspected. If feasible, discontinue estrogens at least 4 to 6 weeks before surgery of the type associated with an increased risk of thromboembolism, or during periods of prolonged immobilization.
5 mg) reported an increased risk of invasive breast cancer in women who took daily CE plus MPA compared to placebo. In this substudy, prior use of estrogen-alone or estrogen plus progestin therapy was reported by 26 percent of the women.
24, and the absolute risk was 41 versus 33 cases per 10,000 women-years, for CE plus MPA compared with placebo. 86, and the absolute risk was 46 versus 25 cases per 10,000 women-years, for CE plus MPA compared with placebo. 09, and the absolute risk was 40 versus 36 cases per 10,000 women-years for CE plus MPA compared with placebo.
5 mg) group compared with the placebo group. Metastatic disease was rare with no apparent difference between the two groups. 5) ] . 625 mg)-alone provided information about breast cancer in estrogen-alone users. 5) ] . Consistent with the WHI clinical trials, observational studies have also reported an increased risk of breast cancer with estrogen plus progestin therapy, and a smaller increase in the risk for breast cancer with estrogen-alone therapy, after several years of use.
One large meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies reported increased risks that were dependent upon duration of use and could last up to >10 years after discontinuation of estrogen plus progestin therapy and estrogen-alone therapy.
Extension of the WHI trials also demonstrated increased breast cancer risk associated with estrogen plus progestin therapy. Observational studies also suggest that the risk of breast cancer was greater, and became apparent earlier, with estrogen plus progestin therapy as compared to estrogen-alone therapy.
These studies have not generally found significant variation in the risk of breast cancer among different estrogen plus progestin combinations, doses, or routes of administration. The use of estrogen-alone and estrogen plus progestin has been reported to result in an increase in abnormal mammograms requiring further evaluation.
All women should receive yearly breast examinations by a healthcare provider and perform monthly breast self-examinations. In addition, mammography examinations should be scheduled based on patient age, risk factors, and prior mammogram results.
Endometrial Cancer An increased risk of endometrial cancer has been reported with the use of unopposed estrogen therapy in a woman with a uterus. The reported endometrial cancer risk among unopposed estrogen users is about 2 to 12 times greater than in nonusers, and appears dependent on duration of treatment and on estrogen dose.
Most studies show no significant increased risk associated with use of estrogens for less than 1 year. The greatest risk appears associated with prolonged use, with increased risks of 15- to 24-fold for 5 to 10 years or more. This risk has been shown to persist for at least 8 to 15 years after estrogen therapy is discontinued.
Clinical surveillance of all women using estrogen-alone or estrogen plus progestogen therapy is important. Perform adequate diagnostic measures, including directed or random endometrial sampling when indicated, to rule out malignancy in postmenopausal women with undiagnosed persistent or recurring abnormal genital bleeding with unknown etiology.
There is no evidence that the use of natural estrogens results in a different endometrial risk profile than synthetic estrogens of equivalent estrogen dose. Adding a progestogen to estrogen therapy in postmenopausal women has been shown to reduce the risk of endometrial hyperplasia, which may be a precursor to endometrial cancer.
Ovarian Cancer The CE plus MPA substudy of WHI reported that estrogen plus progestin increased the risk of ovarian cancer. 24), but it was not statistically significant. The absolute risk for CE plus MPA versus placebo was 4 versus 3 cases per 10,000 women-years.
7 A meta-analysis of 17 prospective and 35 retrospective epidemiology studies found that women who used hormonal therapy for menopausal symptoms had an increased risk for ovarian cancer. The primary analysis, using case-control comparisons, included 12,110 cancer cases from the 17 prospective studies.
50); there was no difference in the risk estimates by duration of the exposure (less than 5 years [median of 3 years] vs. greater than 5 years [median of 10 years] of use before the cancer diagnosis). 48), and the elevated risk was significant for both estrogen-alone and estrogen plus progestin products.
The exact duration of hormone therapy use associated with an increased risk of ovarian cancer, however, is unknown. 5 mg) or placebo. After an average follow-up of 4 years, 40 women in the CE plus MPA group and 21 women in the placebo group were diagnosed with probable dementia.
48). 6) ] . 625 mg)-alone or placebo. 2 years, 28 women in the estrogen-alone group and 19 women in the placebo group were diagnosed with probable dementia. 66). 6) ] . 60). 6) ] . 4 Gallbladder Disease A 2- to 4-fold increase in the risk of gallbladder disease requiring surgery in postmenopausal women receiving estrogens has been reported.
5 Hypercalcemia Estrogen administration may lead to severe hypercalcemia in women with breast cancer and bone metastases. Discontinue estrogens, including Climara Pro if hypercalcemia occurs, and take appropriate measures to reduce the serum calcium level.
6 Visual Abnormalities Retinal vascular thrombosis has been reported in women receiving estrogens. Discontinue Climara Pro pending examination if there is sudden partial or complete loss of vision, or a sudden onset of proptosis, diplopia, or migraine.
Permanently discontinue estrogens, including Climara Pro, if examination reveals papilledema or retinal vascular lesions. 7 Addition of a Progestogen When a Woman Has Not Had a Hysterectomy Studies of the addition of a progestogen for 10 or more days of a cycle of estrogen administration, or daily with estrogen in a continuous regimen, have reported a lowered incidence of endometrial hyperplasia than would be induced by estrogen treatment alone.
Endometrial hyperplasia may be a precursor to endometrial cancer. There are, however, possible risks that may be associated with the use of progestogens with estrogens compared to estrogen-alone regimens. These include an increased risk of breast cancer.
8 Elevated Blood Pressure In a small number of case reports, substantial increases in blood pressure have been attributed to idiosyncratic reactions to estrogens. In a large, randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial, a generalized effect of estrogens on blood pressure was not seen.
9 Exacerbation of Hypertriglyceridemia In women with pre-existing hypertriglyceridemia, estrogen therapy may be associated with elevations of plasma triglycerides leading to pancreatitis. Discontinue Climara Pro if pancreatitis occurs.
10 Hepatic Impairment and/or Past History of Cholestatic Jaundice Estrogens may be poorly metabolized in women with hepatic impairment. Exercise caution in any woman with a history of cholestatic jaundice associated with past estrogen use or with pregnancy.
In the case of recurrence of cholestatic jaundice, discontinue Climara Pro. 11 Exacerbation of Hypothyroidism Estrogen administration leads to increased thyroid-binding globulin (TBG) levels. Women with normal thyroid function can compensate for the increased TBG by making more thyroid hormone, thus maintaining free T 4 and T 3 serum concentrations in the normal range.
Women dependent on thyroid hormone replacement therapy who are also receiving estrogens may require increased doses of their thyroid replacement therapy. Monitor thyroid function in these women during treatment with Climara Pro to maintain their free thyroid hormone levels in an acceptable range.
12 Fluid Retention Estrogens plus progestogens may cause some degree of fluid retention. Monitor any woman with a condition(s) that might predispose her to fluid retention, such as a cardiac or renal impairment. Discontinue estrogens plus progestogens therapy, including Climara Pro, with evidence of medically concerning fluid retention.
13 Hypocalcemia Estrogen-induced hypocalcemia may occur in women with hypoparathyroidism. Consider whether the benefits of estrogen therapy, including Climara Pro, outweigh the risks in such women. 14 Exacerbation of Endometriosis A few cases of malignant transformation of residual endometrial implants have been reported in women treated post-hysterectomy with estrogen-alone therapy.
15 Hereditary Angioedema Exogenous estrogens may exacerbate symptoms of angioedema in women with hereditary angioedema. Consider whether the benefits of estrogen therapy, including Climara Pro, outweigh the risks in such women. 16 Exacerbation of Other Conditions Estrogen therapy, including Climara Pro, may cause an exacerbation of asthma, diabetes mellitus, epilepsy, migraine, porphyria, systemic lupus erythematosus, and hepatic hemangiomas.
Consider whether the benefits of estrogen therapy outweigh the risks in women with these conditions. 17 Laboratory Tests Serum follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and estradiol levels have not been shown to be useful in the management of postmenopausal women with moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms.
18 Drug-Laboratory Test Interactions Accelerated prothrombin time, partial thromboplastin time, and platelet aggregation time; increased platelet count; increased factors II, VII antigen, VIII antigen, VIII coagulant activity, IX, X, XII, VII-X complex, II-VII-X complex, and beta-thromboglobulin; decreased levels of antifactor Xa and antithrombin III, decreased antithrombin III activity; increased levels of fibrinogen and fibrinogen activity; increased plasminogen antigen and activity.
Increased TBG levels leading to increased circulating total thyroid hormone, as measured by protein-bound iodine (PBI), T 4 levels (by column or by radioimmunoassay) or T 3 levels by radioimmunoassay. T 3 resin uptake is decreased, reflecting the elevated TBG.
Free T 4 and free T 3 concentrations are unaltered. Women on thyroid replacement therapy may require higher doses of thyroid hormone. Other binding proteins may be elevated in serum, for example, corticosteroid binding globulin (CBG), sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG), leading to increased total circulating corticosteroids and sex steroids, respectively.
Free hormone concentrations, such as testosterone and estradiol, may be decreased. Other plasma proteins may be increased (angiotensinogen/renin substrate, alpha-l-antitrypsin, ceruloplasmin). Increased plasma high-density lipoprotein (HDL) and HDL 2 cholesterol subfraction concentrations, reduced low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol concentration, and in oral formulations increased triglycerides levels.
Impaired glucose tolerance.