Aprocitentan

Generic Name: aprocitentan

Endothelin Receptor Antagonist [EPC]Over-the-Counter (OTC)

Brand Names:

Tryvio

11 DESCRIPTION TRYVIO (aprocitentan) is an endothelin receptor antagonist. The chemical name of aprocitentan is N-[5-(4-bromophenyl)-6- [2-[(5-bromo-2-pyrimidinyl)oxy]ethoxy]-4-pyrimidinyl]-sulfamide. It has a molecular formula of C 16 H 14 Br 2 N 6 O 4 S and a molecular weight of 546.2 g/mol. The structural formula is: Aprocitentan is a white to off-white powder that is insoluble in water. TRYVIO is available as film-coated 12.5 mg strength tablets for oral administration.

Overview

11 DESCRIPTION TRYVIO (aprocitentan) is an endothelin receptor antagonist. The chemical name of aprocitentan is N-[5-(4-bromophenyl)-6- [2-[(5-bromo-2-pyrimidinyl)oxy]ethoxy]-4-pyrimidinyl]-sulfamide. It has a molecular formula of C 16 H 14 Br 2 N 6 O 4 S and a molecular weight of 546.2 g/mol. The structural formula is: Aprocitentan is a white to off-white powder that is insoluble in water. TRYVIO is available as film-coated 12.5 mg strength tablets for oral administration.

Uses

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE TRYVIO, in combination with other antihypertensive drugs, is indicated for the treatment of hypertension, to lower blood pressure (BP) in adult patients who are not adequately controlled on other drugs. Lowering BP reduces the risk of fatal and non-fatal cardiovascular events, primarily strokes and myocardial infarctions. These benefits have been seen in controlled trials of antihypertensive drugs from a wide variety of pharmacologic classes. There are no controlled trials demonstrating reduction of risk of these events with TRYVIO. Control of high BP should be part of comprehensive cardiovascular risk management, including, as appropriate, lipid control, diabetes management, antithrombotic therapy, smoking cessation, exercise, and limited sodium intake.

Dosage

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION The recommended dosage of TRYVIO is 12.5 mg orally once daily, with or without food. ( 2.1 ) 2.1 Recommended Dosage The recommended dosage of TRYVIO is 12.5 mg orally once daily. Swallow tablets whole. TRYVIO may be taken with or without food. If a dose is missed, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the regular time. Do not take two doses on the same day. 2.2 Pregnancy Testing in Females of Reproductive Potential Exclude pregnancy before initiating treatment with TRYVIO in females of reproductive potential [see Boxed Warning, Contraindications (4.1) , Warnings and Precautions (5.1) , Use in Specific Populations (8.3) ] .

Side Effects

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS Clinically significant adverse reactions that appear in other sections of the labeling include: Embryo-fetal toxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Hepatotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Fluid retention [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Hemoglobin decrease [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Decreased sperm counts [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Most common adverse reactions (more frequent than placebo and ≥ 2% in TRYVIO-treated patients) are edema/fluid retention and anemia. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Idorsia Pharmaceuticals Ltd at 1-833-400-9611 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Warnings

WARNING: EMBRYO-FETAL TOXICITY TRYVIO is contraindicated for use during pregnancy because it may cause fetal harm if used by pregnant patients. Therefore in patients who can become pregnant, exclude pregnancy prior to initiation of TRYVIO. Advise use of effective contraception before the start of TRYVIO, during treatment and for one month after stopping treatment. 5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS ERAs cause hepatotoxicity and liver failure. Measure serum aminotransferase levels and total bilirubin prior to initiation of treatment and repeat periodically during treatment and as clinically indicated. ( 5.2 ) Fluid retention may require intervention ( 5.3 ) Decreases in hemoglobin ( 5.4 ) Decreased sperm counts ( 5.5 ) 5.1 Embryo-Fetal Toxicity Based on data from animal reproduction studies with endothelin receptor antagonists (ERAs), TRYVIO may cause fetal harm when administered during pregnancy and is contraindicated for use in patients who are pregnant. The available human data for endothelin receptor antagonists do not establish the presence or absence of fetal harm related to the use of TRYVIO. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Pregnancy ( 4.1 ) Hypersensitivity ( 4.2 ) 4.1 Pregnancy Use of TRYVIO is contraindicated in patients who are pregnant [see Dosage and Administration (2.2) , Warnings and Precautions (5.1) and Use in Specific Populations (8.1) ] .

Pregnancy

8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on animal reproduction studies with other ERAs, TRYVIO can cause embryo-fetal toxicity, including birth defects and fetal death when administered to a pregnant patient and is contraindicated during pregnancy [see Contraindications (4.1) ] . Available data from post-marketing reports and published literature over decades of use with endothelin receptor antagonists in the same class as TRYVIO have not identified an increased risk of fetal harm; however, these data are limited.

Storage

16.2 Storage and Handling Store at 20ºC to 25ºC (68ºF to 77ºF); excursions permitted from 15ºC to 30ºC (59ºF to 86ºF) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature] . Store in the original package. Dispense to patient in original container only. Replace cap securely each time after opening. Do not discard desiccant. Protect from light and moisture.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Aprocitentan used for?

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE TRYVIO, in combination with other antihypertensive drugs, is indicated for the treatment of hypertension, to lower blood pressure (BP) in adult patients who are not adequately controlled on other drugs. Lowering BP reduces the risk of fatal and non-fatal cardiovascular events, primarily strokes and myocardial infarctions. These benefits have been seen in controlled trials of antihypertensive drugs from a wide variety of pharmacologic classes. There are no controlled trials demonstrating reduction of risk of these events with TRYVIO. Control of high BP should be part of comprehensive cardiovascular risk management, including, as appropriate, lipid control, diabetes management, antithrombotic therapy, smoking cessation, exercise, and limited sodium intake.

What are the side effects of Aprocitentan?

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS Clinically significant adverse reactions that appear in other sections of the labeling include: Embryo-fetal toxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Hepatotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Fluid retention [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Hemoglobin decrease [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Decreased sperm counts [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Most common adverse reactions (more frequent than placebo and ≥ 2% in TRYVIO-treated patients) are edema/fluid retention and anemia. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Idorsia Pharmaceuticals Ltd at 1-833-400-9611 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Can I take Aprocitentan during pregnancy?

8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on animal reproduction studies with other ERAs, TRYVIO can cause embryo-fetal toxicity, including birth defects and fetal death when administered to a pregnant patient and is contraindicated during pregnancy [see Contraindications (4.1) ] . Available data from post-marketing reports and published literature over decades of use with endothelin receptor antagonists in the same class as TRYVIO have not identified an increased risk of fetal harm; however, these data are limited.

What are the important warnings for Aprocitentan?

WARNING: EMBRYO-FETAL TOXICITY TRYVIO is contraindicated for use during pregnancy because it may cause fetal harm if used by pregnant patients. Therefore in patients who can become pregnant, exclude pregnancy prior to initiation of TRYVIO. Advise use of effective contraception before the start of TRYVIO, during treatment and for one month after stopping treatment. 5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS ERAs cause hepatotoxicity and liver failure. Measure serum aminotransferase levels and total bilirubin prior to initiation of treatment and repeat periodically during treatment and as clinically indicated. ( 5.2 ) Fluid retention may require intervention ( 5.3 ) Decreases in hemoglobin ( 5.4 ) Decreased sperm counts ( 5.5 ) 5.1 Embryo-Fetal Toxicity Based on data from animal reproduction studies with endothelin receptor antagonists (ERAs), TRYVIO may cause fetal harm when administered during pregnancy and is contraindicated for use in patients who are pregnant. The available human data for endothelin receptor antagonists do not establish the presence or absence of fetal harm related to the use of TRYVIO. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Pregnancy ( 4.1 ) Hypersensitivity ( 4.2 ) 4.1 Pregnancy Use of TRYVIO is contraindicated in patients who are pregnant [see Dosage and Administration (2.2) , Warnings and Precautions (5.1) and Use in Specific Populations (8.1) ] .

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