Amisulpride
Generic Name: amisulpride
Brand Names:
Barhemsys
11 DESCRIPTION The active ingredient of BARHEMSYS is amisulpride, a dopamine-2 (D 2 ) receptor antagonist. Its chemical name is 4-Amino- N -[(1-ethyl-2-pyrrolidinyl)methyl]-5-(ethylsulfonyl)- o -anisamide. It has the following chemical structure: (racemic) The empirical formula is C 17 H 27 N 3 O 4 S representing a molecular weight of 369.48. Amisulpride is a white or almost white crystalline powder.
Overview
11 DESCRIPTION The active ingredient of BARHEMSYS is amisulpride, a dopamine-2 (D 2 ) receptor antagonist. Its chemical name is 4-Amino- N -[(1-ethyl-2-pyrrolidinyl)methyl]-5-(ethylsulfonyl)- o -anisamide. It has the following chemical structure: (racemic) The empirical formula is C 17 H 27 N 3 O 4 S representing a molecular weight of 369.48. Amisulpride is a white or almost white crystalline powder.
Uses
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE BARHEMSYS ® is indicated in adults for: prevention of postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV), either alone or in combination with an antiemetic of a different class. treatment of PONV in patients who have received antiemetic prophylaxis with an agent of a different class or have not received prophylaxis. BARHEMSYS is a dopamine-2 (D 2 ) antagonist indicated in adults for: Prevention of postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV), either alone or in combination with an antiemetic of a different class. ( 1 ) Treatment of PONV in patients who have received antiemetic prophylaxis with an agent of a different class or have not received prophylaxis. ( 1 )
Dosage
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION The recommended dosage of BARHEMSYS: Prevention of PONV, either alone or in combination with another antiemetic : 5 mg as a single intravenous dose infused over 1 to 2 minutes at the time of induction of anesthesia. ( 2.1 ) Treatment of PONV : 10 mg as a single intravenous dose infused over 1 to 2 minutes in the event of nausea and/or vomiting after a surgical procedure. ( 2.1 ) See full prescribing information for preparation and administration instructions .
Side Effects
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS Most common adverse reactions (≥ 2%) are: Prevention of PONV : increased blood prolactin concentrations, chills, hypokalemia, procedural hypotension, and abdominal distension. ( 6.1 ) Treatment of PONV : infusion site pain. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Acacia Pharma at 1-877-357-9237 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 practice. The data described below reflect exposure to BARHEMSYS in 1,166 patients treated in placebo-controlled trials.
Interactions
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS 7.1 Dopamine Agonists Reciprocal antagonism of effects occurs between dopamine agonists (e.g., levodopa) and BARHEMSYS. Avoid using levodopa with BARHEMSYS. 7.2 Drugs Prolonging the QT Interval BARHEMSYS causes dose- and concentration-dependent QT prolongation [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.2) ] . To avoid potential additive effects, avoid use of BARHEMSYS in patients taking droperidol. ECG monitoring is recommended in patients taking other drugs known to prolong the QT interval (e.g., ondansetron) [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] .
Warnings
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS QT Prolongation : Occurs in a dose- and concentration-dependent manner. Avoid use in patients with congenital long QT syndrome and in patients taking droperidol. ECG monitoring is recommended in patients with pre-existing arrhythmias/cardiac conduction disorders; electrolyte abnormalities (e.g., hypokalemia or hypomagnesemia); congestive heart failure; and in patients taking other medicinal products (e.g., ondansetron) or with other medical conditions known to prolong the QT interval. ( 5.1 , 7.2 ) 5.1 QT Prolongation BARHEMSYS causes dose- and concentration-dependent prolongation of the QT interval [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.2) ] . 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS BARHEMSYS is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to amisulpride [see Adverse Reactions (6.2) ] . Known hypersensitivity to amisulpride. ( 4 )
Pregnancy
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Available data with amisulpride use in pregnant women are insufficient to establish a drug associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. In animal reproduction studies, there were no adverse developmental effects observed with oral administration of amisulpride in rats and rabbits during the period of organogenesis at exposures about 43 and 645 times, respectively, the exposure delivered by the highest recommended human dose (see Data ) .
Storage
Store vials at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Protect from light. Administer BARHEMSYS within 12 hours after the vial is removed from the protective carton [see Dosage and Administration (2.2) ] .
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amisulpride used for?▼
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE BARHEMSYS ® is indicated in adults for: prevention of postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV), either alone or in combination with an antiemetic of a different class. treatment of PONV in patients who have received antiemetic prophylaxis with an agent of a different class or have not received prophylaxis. BARHEMSYS is a dopamine-2 (D 2 ) antagonist indicated in adults for: Prevention of postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV), either alone or in combination with an antiemetic of a different class. ( 1 ) Treatment of PONV in patients who have received antiemetic prophylaxis with an agent of a different class or have not received prophylaxis. ( 1 )
What are the side effects of Amisulpride?▼
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS Most common adverse reactions (≥ 2%) are: Prevention of PONV : increased blood prolactin concentrations, chills, hypokalemia, procedural hypotension, and abdominal distension. ( 6.1 ) Treatment of PONV : infusion site pain. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Acacia Pharma at 1-877-357-9237 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 practice. The data described below reflect exposure to BARHEMSYS in 1,166 patients treated in placebo-controlled trials.
Can I take Amisulpride during pregnancy?▼
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Available data with amisulpride use in pregnant women are insufficient to establish a drug associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. In animal reproduction studies, there were no adverse developmental effects observed with oral administration of amisulpride in rats and rabbits during the period of organogenesis at exposures about 43 and 645 times, respectively, the exposure delivered by the highest recommended human dose (see Data ) .
What are the important warnings for Amisulpride?▼
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS QT Prolongation : Occurs in a dose- and concentration-dependent manner. Avoid use in patients with congenital long QT syndrome and in patients taking droperidol. ECG monitoring is recommended in patients with pre-existing arrhythmias/cardiac conduction disorders; electrolyte abnormalities (e.g., hypokalemia or hypomagnesemia); congestive heart failure; and in patients taking other medicinal products (e.g., ondansetron) or with other medical conditions known to prolong the QT interval. ( 5.1 , 7.2 ) 5.1 QT Prolongation BARHEMSYS causes dose- and concentration-dependent prolongation of the QT interval [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.2) ] . 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS BARHEMSYS is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to amisulpride [see Adverse Reactions (6.2) ] . Known hypersensitivity to amisulpride. ( 4 )
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