Cabotegravir Sodium

Generic Name: cabotegravir sodium

Over-the-Counter (OTC)

Brand Names:

Vocabria

11 DESCRIPTION VOCABRIA contains cabotegravir, as cabotegravir sodium, an HIV integrase strand transfer inhibitor (INSTI). The chemical name of cabotegravir sodium is sodium ( 3S,11aR )-N-[(2,4-difluorophenyl)methyl]-6-hydroxy-3-methyl-5,7-dioxo-2,3,5,7,11,11a-hexahydro[1,3]oxazolo[3,2-a]pyrido [1,2-d]pyrazine-8-carboxamide. The empirical formula is C 19 H 16 F 2 N 3 NaO 5 and the molecular weight is 427.34 g/mol.

Overview

11 DESCRIPTION VOCABRIA contains cabotegravir, as cabotegravir sodium, an HIV integrase strand transfer inhibitor (INSTI). The chemical name of cabotegravir sodium is sodium ( 3S,11aR )-N-[(2,4-difluorophenyl)methyl]-6-hydroxy-3-methyl-5,7-dioxo-2,3,5,7,11,11a-hexahydro[1,3]oxazolo[3,2-a]pyrido [1,2-d]pyrazine-8-carboxamide. The empirical formula is C 19 H 16 F 2 N 3 NaO 5 and the molecular weight is 427.34 g/mol.

Uses

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE HIV-1 Treatment: VOCABRIA is an HIV-1 integrase strand transfer inhibitor (INSTI) indicated in combination with EDURANT (rilpivirine) for short-term treatment of HIV-1 infection in adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older and weighing at least 35 kg who are virologically suppressed (HIV-1 RNA <50 copies/mL) on a stable antiretroviral regimen with no history of treatment failure and with no known or suspected resistance to either cabotegravir or rilpivirine. ( 1.1 ) HIV-1 Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis: VOCABRIA is indicated for short-term pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce the risk of sexually acquired HIV-1 infection in adults and adolescents weighing at least 35 kg who are at risk for HIV-1 acquisition.

Dosage

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION • One tablet of VOCABRIA 30 mg taken orally once daily in combination with 1 tablet of EDURANT 25 mg taken orally once daily with a meal: • for approximately 1 month if oral lead-in is used for HIV-1 treatment. ( 2.1 ) • for up to 2 months to replace up to 2 consecutive missed monthly injections of CABENUVA ( 2.2 ) Refer to 2.1 for dosing recommendations for missed injections. ( 2.1 ) • HIV-1 Screening: Screen all individuals for HIV-1 infection prior to initiating VOCABRIA and APRETUDE for HIV-1 PrEP and at least once every 3 months while taking APRETUDE. ( 2.2 ) • One tablet of VOCABRIA 30 mg taken orally once daily for approximately 1 month if oral lead-in is used for HIV-1 PrEP. Refer to 2.2 for dosing recommendations for missed injections.

Side Effects

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are described below and in other sections of the labeling: • Hypersensitivity reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] • Hepatotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] • Depressive disorders [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] • In patients with HIV-1, the most common adverse reactions observed in at least 3 participants receiving VOCABRIA were fatigue, headache, diarrhea, nausea, dizziness, abnormal dreams, anxiety, insomnia, abdominal discomfort, abdominal distension, and asthenia.

Interactions

7 DRUG INTERACTIONS • Refer to the full prescribing information for important drug interactions with VOCABRIA. ( 4 , 5.5 , 7 ) • VOCABRIA in combination with EDURANT is a complete regimen for HIV-1 treatment. Coadministration with other antiretroviral medications for PrEP is not recommended. ( 7.1 ) • Drugs that induce uridine diphosphate glucuronosyltransferase (UGT)1A1 may decrease the plasma concentrations of cabotegravir. ( 4 , 7.2 , 7.3 ) 7.1 Concomitant Use with Other Antiretroviral Medicines VOCABRIA in combination with EDURANT (rilpivirine) is a complete regimen for the treatment of HIV-1 infection. Refer to the prescribing information for EDURANT for relevant information on rilpivirine.

Warnings

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • HIV-1 PrEP: Comprehensive management to reduce the risk of HIV-1 acquisition. ( 5.1 ) • Serious or severe hypersensitivity reactions have been reported with cabotegravir and include Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS)/toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN). Discontinue VOCABRIA immediately if signs or symptoms of hypersensitivity reactions develop. ( 5.2 ) • Hepatotoxicity has been reported in patients receiving cabotegravir. Monitoring of liver chemistries is recommended when VOCABRIA is used for HIV-1 treatment. Clinical and laboratory monitoring should be considered when VOCABRIA is used for HIV-1 PrEP. Discontinue VOCABRIA if hepatotoxicity is suspected. ( 5.3 ) • Depressive disorders have been reported with VOCABRIA when used with EDURANT for HIV-1 treatment. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Treatment of HIV-1 Infection VOCABRIA is contraindicated in patients: • with previous hypersensitivity reaction to cabotegravir [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] .

Pregnancy

8.1 Pregnancy Pregnancy Exposure Registry There is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in individuals exposed to VOCABRIA during pregnancy. Healthcare providers are encouraged to register patients by calling the Antiretroviral Pregnancy Registry (APR) at 1-800-258-4263. Risk Summary There are insufficient human data on the use of VOCABRIA during pregnancy to adequately assess a drug-associated risk of birth defects and miscarriage. Discuss the benefit-risk of using VOCABRIA with individuals of childbearing potential or during pregnancy.

Storage

16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING Each VOCABRIA tablet contains 30 mg of cabotegravir and is a white, oval, film-coated, biconvex tablet debossed with “SV CTV” on one side. Bottle of 30 tablets with child-resistant closure NDC 49702-248-13. Store below 30°C (86°F).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cabotegravir Sodium used for?

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE HIV-1 Treatment: VOCABRIA is an HIV-1 integrase strand transfer inhibitor (INSTI) indicated in combination with EDURANT (rilpivirine) for short-term treatment of HIV-1 infection in adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older and weighing at least 35 kg who are virologically suppressed (HIV-1 RNA <50 copies/mL) on a stable antiretroviral regimen with no history of treatment failure and with no known or suspected resistance to either cabotegravir or rilpivirine. ( 1.1 ) HIV-1 Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis: VOCABRIA is indicated for short-term pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce the risk of sexually acquired HIV-1 infection in adults and adolescents weighing at least 35 kg who are at risk for HIV-1 acquisition.

What are the side effects of Cabotegravir Sodium?

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are described below and in other sections of the labeling: • Hypersensitivity reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] • Hepatotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] • Depressive disorders [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] • In patients with HIV-1, the most common adverse reactions observed in at least 3 participants receiving VOCABRIA were fatigue, headache, diarrhea, nausea, dizziness, abnormal dreams, anxiety, insomnia, abdominal discomfort, abdominal distension, and asthenia.

Can I take Cabotegravir Sodium during pregnancy?

8.1 Pregnancy Pregnancy Exposure Registry There is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in individuals exposed to VOCABRIA during pregnancy. Healthcare providers are encouraged to register patients by calling the Antiretroviral Pregnancy Registry (APR) at 1-800-258-4263. Risk Summary There are insufficient human data on the use of VOCABRIA during pregnancy to adequately assess a drug-associated risk of birth defects and miscarriage. Discuss the benefit-risk of using VOCABRIA with individuals of childbearing potential or during pregnancy.

What are the important warnings for Cabotegravir Sodium?

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • HIV-1 PrEP: Comprehensive management to reduce the risk of HIV-1 acquisition. ( 5.1 ) • Serious or severe hypersensitivity reactions have been reported with cabotegravir and include Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS)/toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN). Discontinue VOCABRIA immediately if signs or symptoms of hypersensitivity reactions develop. ( 5.2 ) • Hepatotoxicity has been reported in patients receiving cabotegravir. Monitoring of liver chemistries is recommended when VOCABRIA is used for HIV-1 treatment. Clinical and laboratory monitoring should be considered when VOCABRIA is used for HIV-1 PrEP. Discontinue VOCABRIA if hepatotoxicity is suspected. ( 5.3 ) • Depressive disorders have been reported with VOCABRIA when used with EDURANT for HIV-1 treatment. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Treatment of HIV-1 Infection VOCABRIA is contraindicated in patients: • with previous hypersensitivity reaction to cabotegravir [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] .

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