Abiraterone Acetate
Generic Name: abiraterone acetate
Brand Names:
Abiraterone Acetate
11 DESCRIPTION Abiraterone acetate, USP the active ingredient of Abiraterone Acetate Tablets, USP is the acetyl ester of abiraterone. Abiraterone is an inhibitor of CYP17 (17α-hydroxylase/C17,20-lyase). Each Abiraterone acetate tablet contains either 250 mg or 500 mg of abiraterone acetate, USP.
Overview
11 DESCRIPTION Abiraterone acetate, USP the active ingredient of Abiraterone Acetate Tablets, USP is the acetyl ester of abiraterone. Abiraterone is an inhibitor of CYP17 (17α-hydroxylase/C17,20-lyase). Each Abiraterone acetate tablet contains either 250 mg or 500 mg of abiraterone acetate, USP.
Uses
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Abiraterone acetate tablets are indicated in combination with prednisone for the treatment of patients with • Metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (CRPC) • Metastatic high-risk castration-sensitive prostate cancer (CSPC) Abiraterone acetate tablets are a CYP17 inhibitor indicated in combination with prednisone for the treatment of patients with • metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (CRPC). (1) • metastatic high-risk castration-sensitive prostate cancer (CSPC). ( 1 )
Dosage
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer: • Abiraterone acetate tablets 1,000 mg orally once daily with prednisone 5 mg orally twice daily. ( 2.1 ) Metastatic castration-sensitive prostate cancer: • Abiraterone acetate tablets 1,000 mg orally once daily with prednisone 5 mg orally once daily. ( 2.2 ) Patients receiving abiraterone acetate tablets should also receive a gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) analog concurrently or should have had bilateral orchiectomy. Abiraterone acetate tablets must be taken as a single dose once daily on an empty stomach. Do not eat food 2 hours before and 1 hour after taking abiraterone acetate tablets. The tablets must be swallowed whole with water. Do not crush or chew tablets.
Side Effects
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following are discussed in more detail in other sections of the labeling: • Hypokalemia, Fluid Retention, and Cardiovascular Adverse Reactions due to Mineralocorticoid Excess [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . • Adrenocortical Insufficiency [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] . • Hepatotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] . • Increased Fractures and Mortality in Combination with Radium Ra 223 Dichloride [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] . The most common adverse reactions (≥ 10%) are fatigue, arthralgia, hypertension, nausea, edema, hypokalemia, hot flush, diarrhea, vomiting, upper respiratory infection, cough, and headache.
Interactions
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS • CYP3A4 Inducers: Avoid concomitant strong CYP3A4 inducers during abiraterone acetate treatment. If a strong CYP3A4 inducer must be co-administered, increase the abiraterone acetate dosing frequency. ( 2.5 , 7.1 ) • CYP2D6 Substrates: Avoid co-administration of abiraterone acetate with CYP2D6 substrates that have a narrow therapeutic index. If an alternative treatment cannot be used, exercise caution and consider a dose reduction of the concomitant CYP2D6 substrate. ( 7.2 ) 7.1 Drugs that Inhibit or Induce CYP3A4 Enzymes Based on in vitro data, abiraterone acetate is a substrate of CYP3A4. In a dedicated drug interaction trial, co-administration of rifampin, a strong CYP3A4 inducer, decreased exposure of abiraterone by 55%.
Warnings
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Mineralocorticoid excess: Closely monitor patients with cardiovascular disease. Control hypertension and correct hypokalemia before treatment. Monitor blood pressure, serum potassium and symptoms of fluid retention at least monthly. ( 5.1 ) • Adrenocortical insufficiency: Monitor for symptoms and signs of adrenocortical insufficiency. Increased dosage of corticosteroids may be indicated before, during and after stressful situations. ( 5.2 ) • Hepatotoxicity: Can be severe and fatal. Monitor liver function and modify, interrupt, or discontinue abiraterone acetate dosing as recommended. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. • None ( 4 )
Pregnancy
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary The safety and efficacy of abiraterone acetate have not been established in females. Based on findings from animal studies and the mechanism of action, abiraterone acetate can cause fetal harm and potential loss of pregnancy. There are no human data on the use of abiraterone acetate in pregnant women. In animal reproduction studies, oral administration of abiraterone acetate to pregnant rats during organogenesis caused adverse developmental effects at maternal exposures approximately ≥ 0.03 times the human exposure (AUC) at the recommended dose (see Data).
Storage
16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING Abiraterone Acetate Tablets, USP are available in the strengths and packages listed below: . Abiraterone acetate 500 mg film-coated Tablets Brownish pink, oval shaped, film-coated tablets, debossed with a ‘G’ on one side and ‘121’ on the other side. Bottles of 60 with child-resistant closure, NDC 68462-882-60 .
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abiraterone Acetate used for?▼
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Abiraterone acetate tablets are indicated in combination with prednisone for the treatment of patients with • Metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (CRPC) • Metastatic high-risk castration-sensitive prostate cancer (CSPC) Abiraterone acetate tablets are a CYP17 inhibitor indicated in combination with prednisone for the treatment of patients with • metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (CRPC). (1) • metastatic high-risk castration-sensitive prostate cancer (CSPC). ( 1 )
What are the side effects of Abiraterone Acetate?▼
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following are discussed in more detail in other sections of the labeling: • Hypokalemia, Fluid Retention, and Cardiovascular Adverse Reactions due to Mineralocorticoid Excess [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . • Adrenocortical Insufficiency [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] . • Hepatotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] . • Increased Fractures and Mortality in Combination with Radium Ra 223 Dichloride [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] . The most common adverse reactions (≥ 10%) are fatigue, arthralgia, hypertension, nausea, edema, hypokalemia, hot flush, diarrhea, vomiting, upper respiratory infection, cough, and headache.
Can I take Abiraterone Acetate during pregnancy?▼
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary The safety and efficacy of abiraterone acetate have not been established in females. Based on findings from animal studies and the mechanism of action, abiraterone acetate can cause fetal harm and potential loss of pregnancy. There are no human data on the use of abiraterone acetate in pregnant women. In animal reproduction studies, oral administration of abiraterone acetate to pregnant rats during organogenesis caused adverse developmental effects at maternal exposures approximately ≥ 0.03 times the human exposure (AUC) at the recommended dose (see Data).
What are the important warnings for Abiraterone Acetate?▼
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Mineralocorticoid excess: Closely monitor patients with cardiovascular disease. Control hypertension and correct hypokalemia before treatment. Monitor blood pressure, serum potassium and symptoms of fluid retention at least monthly. ( 5.1 ) • Adrenocortical insufficiency: Monitor for symptoms and signs of adrenocortical insufficiency. Increased dosage of corticosteroids may be indicated before, during and after stressful situations. ( 5.2 ) • Hepatotoxicity: Can be severe and fatal. Monitor liver function and modify, interrupt, or discontinue abiraterone acetate dosing as recommended. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. • None ( 4 )
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