Bexagliflozin
Generic Name: bexagliflozin
Brand Names:
Brenzavvy
11 DESCRIPTION BRENZAVVY tablets for oral use contain bexagliflozin, an SGLT2 inhibitor. The chemical name of bexagliflozin is (2S,3R,4R,5S,6R)-2-(4-chloro-3-(4-(2-cyclopropoxyethoxy)benzyl)phenyl)-6-(hydroxymethyl)tetrahydro-2H-pyran-3,4,5-triol. The molecular formula is C 24 H 29 ClO 7 and the molecular weight is 464.94 g/mol. The structural formula is: Bexagliflozin is a white/off-white to pale yellow powder.
Overview
11 DESCRIPTION BRENZAVVY tablets for oral use contain bexagliflozin, an SGLT2 inhibitor. The chemical name of bexagliflozin is (2S,3R,4R,5S,6R)-2-(4-chloro-3-(4-(2-cyclopropoxyethoxy)benzyl)phenyl)-6-(hydroxymethyl)tetrahydro-2H-pyran-3,4,5-triol. The molecular formula is C 24 H 29 ClO 7 and the molecular weight is 464.94 g/mol. The structural formula is: Bexagliflozin is a white/off-white to pale yellow powder.
Uses
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE BRENZAVVY is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Limitations of Use BRENZAVVY is not recommended for use to improve glycemic control in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus. [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . BRENZAVVY is a sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitor indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. ( 1 ) Limitation of Use: Not recommended for use to improve glycemic control in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus. ( 1 )
Dosage
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION • Recommended dose: 20 mg once daily, taken in the morning, with or without food. Do not crush or chew the tablet. ( 2.2 ) • Assess renal function before initiating BRENZAVVY and as clinically indicated. Correct volume depletion before initiating ( 2.1 ) • Not recommended if eGFR less than 30 mL/min/1.73 m 2 . ( 2.1 ) • Withhold BRENZAVVY for at least 3 days, if possible, prior to major surgery or procedures associated with prolonged fasting ( 2.3 ). 2.1 Testing Prior to Initiation and During Treatment with BRENZAVVY • Assess renal function prior to initiation of BRENZAVVY and periodically thereafter as clinically indicated [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] .
Side Effects
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following important adverse reactions are described below and elsewhere in the labeling: Diabetic Ketoacidosis in Patients with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus and Other Ketoacidosis [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Lower Limb Amputation [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ) ] Volume Depletion [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] Genitourinary Infections, including Urosepsis, Pyelonephritis, Necrotizing Fasciitis of the Perineum (Fournier’s Gangrene), and Genital Mycotic Infections [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] Hypoglycemia with Concomitant Use with Insulin and Insulin Secretagogues [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] Most common adverse reactions (incidence > 5%) are female genital mycotic infections, urinary tract infection and increased urination ( 6...
Interactions
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS See Table 4 for clinically significant interactions with BRENZAVVY. Table 4. Clinically Significant Interactions with BRENZAVVY UGT Enzyme Inducers Clinical Impact UGT Enzyme Inducers may significantly reduce exposure to BRENZAVVY and lead to a decreased efficacy [ see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )]. Intervention Consider adding another antihyperglycemic agent in patients who require additional glycemic control. Concomitant Use with Insulin and Insulin Secretagogues Clinical Impact The risk of hypoglycemia is increased when BRENZAVVY is used in combination with insulin and/or an insulin secretagogue. Intervention A lower dose of insulin or insulin secretagogue may be required to minimize the risk of hypoglycemia when used in combination with BRENZAVVY.
Warnings
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Diabetic Ketoacidosis in Patients with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus and Other Ketoacidosis: Consider ketone monitoring in patients at risk for ketoacidosis, as indicated. Assess for ketoacidosis regardless of presenting blood glucose levels and discontinue BRENZAVVY if ketoacidosis is suspected. Monitor patients for resolution of ketoacidosis before restarting. ( 5.1 ) Lower limb amputation: Consider factors that may increase the risk for amputations before initiating BRENZAVVY. Monitor patients for signs and symptoms of infection, or ulcers of the lower limbs, and discontinue if these occur ( 5.2 ) . Volume depletion: May result in acute kidney injury. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS BRENZAVVY is contraindicated in patients: With hypersensitivity to bexagliflozin or any excipient in BRENZAVVY. Anaphylaxis and angioedema have been reported with sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors. • Hypersensitivity to bexagliflozin or any excipient in BRENZAVVY
Pregnancy
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on animal data showing adverse renal effects, BRENZAVVY is not recommended during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy. The available data on use of BRENZAVVY during pregnancy are insufficient to determine a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or other adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. There are risks to the mother and fetus associated with poorly controlled diabetes in pregnancy (see Clinical Considerations ) .
Storage
16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING BRENZAVVY 20 mg tablets are blue, caplet-shaped, biconvex, bevel-edged, film-coated debossed with “2” and inverted “2” on one side.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bexagliflozin used for?▼
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE BRENZAVVY is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Limitations of Use BRENZAVVY is not recommended for use to improve glycemic control in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus. [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . BRENZAVVY is a sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitor indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. ( 1 ) Limitation of Use: Not recommended for use to improve glycemic control in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus. ( 1 )
What are the side effects of Bexagliflozin?▼
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following important adverse reactions are described below and elsewhere in the labeling: Diabetic Ketoacidosis in Patients with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus and Other Ketoacidosis [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Lower Limb Amputation [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ) ] Volume Depletion [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] Genitourinary Infections, including Urosepsis, Pyelonephritis, Necrotizing Fasciitis of the Perineum (Fournier’s Gangrene), and Genital Mycotic Infections [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] Hypoglycemia with Concomitant Use with Insulin and Insulin Secretagogues [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] Most common adverse reactions (incidence > 5%) are female genital mycotic infections, urinary tract infection and increased urination ( 6...
Can I take Bexagliflozin during pregnancy?▼
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on animal data showing adverse renal effects, BRENZAVVY is not recommended during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy. The available data on use of BRENZAVVY during pregnancy are insufficient to determine a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or other adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. There are risks to the mother and fetus associated with poorly controlled diabetes in pregnancy (see Clinical Considerations ) .
What are the important warnings for Bexagliflozin?▼
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Diabetic Ketoacidosis in Patients with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus and Other Ketoacidosis: Consider ketone monitoring in patients at risk for ketoacidosis, as indicated. Assess for ketoacidosis regardless of presenting blood glucose levels and discontinue BRENZAVVY if ketoacidosis is suspected. Monitor patients for resolution of ketoacidosis before restarting. ( 5.1 ) Lower limb amputation: Consider factors that may increase the risk for amputations before initiating BRENZAVVY. Monitor patients for signs and symptoms of infection, or ulcers of the lower limbs, and discontinue if these occur ( 5.2 ) . Volume depletion: May result in acute kidney injury. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS BRENZAVVY is contraindicated in patients: With hypersensitivity to bexagliflozin or any excipient in BRENZAVVY. Anaphylaxis and angioedema have been reported with sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors. • Hypersensitivity to bexagliflozin or any excipient in BRENZAVVY
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