Ceftaroline Fosamil
Generic Name: ceftaroline fosamil
Brand Names:
Ceftaroline Fosamil
11. DESCRIPTION Ceftaroline fosamil for injection is a sterile, semi-synthetic, prodrug of the cephalosporin antibacterial class of beta-lactams (β- lactams). Chemically, the prodrug, ceftaroline fosamil monoacetate is (6 R ,7 R )-7-{(2 Z )-2-(ethoxyimino)-2-[5-(phosphonoamino)-1,2,4-thiadiazol-3-yl]acetamido}-3-{[4-(1-methylpyridin-1-ium-4- yl)-1,3-thiazol-2-yl]sulfanyl}-8-oxo-5-thia-1-azabicyclo[4.2.0]oct-2-ene-2-carboxylate monoacetate. Its molecular weight is 744.74.
Overview
11. DESCRIPTION Ceftaroline fosamil for injection is a sterile, semi-synthetic, prodrug of the cephalosporin antibacterial class of beta-lactams (β- lactams). Chemically, the prodrug, ceftaroline fosamil monoacetate is (6 R ,7 R )-7-{(2 Z )-2-(ethoxyimino)-2-[5-(phosphonoamino)-1,2,4-thiadiazol-3-yl]acetamido}-3-{[4-(1-methylpyridin-1-ium-4- yl)-1,3-thiazol-2-yl]sulfanyl}-8-oxo-5-thia-1-azabicyclo[4.2.0]oct-2-ene-2-carboxylate monoacetate. Its molecular weight is 744.74.
Uses
1. INDICATIONS AND USAGE Ceftaroline fosamil for injection is a cephalosporin antibacterial indicated in adult and pediatric patients for the treatment of the following infection caused by designated susceptible bacteria: Acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections (ABSSSI) in adult and pediatric patients (at least 34 weeks gestational age and 12 days postnatal age) ( 1.1 ) Community-acquired bacterial pneumonia (CABP) in adult and pediatric patients 2 months of age and older ( 1.2 ) To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of ceftaroline fosamil for injection and other antibacterial drugs, ceftaroline fosamil for injection should be used only to treat or prevent infections that are proven or strongly suspected to be caused by bacteria.
Dosage
2. DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Dosage of Ceftaroline Fosamil for Injection by Indication in Adult and Pediatric Patients ( 2.1 , 2.2) Indication Age Range Dosage Infusion Time Duration Acute Bacterial Skin and Skin Structure Infections (ABSSSI) 18 years and older 600 mg every 12 hours 5 to 60 minutes 5 to 14 days ≥2 years to 33 kg) 400 mg every 8 hours OR 600 mg every 12 hours 5 to 60 minutes 5 to 14 days ≥2 years to 33 kg) 400 mg every 8 hours OR 600 mg every12 hours 5 to 60 minutes 5 to 14 days ≥2 years to 33 kg) 400 mg every 8 hours OR 600 mg every 12 hours Pediatric Patients Less Than 2 Months of Age Ceftaroline fosamil for injection are administered every 8 hours by intravenous infusion over 30 to 60 minutes for patients less than 2 months of age.
Side Effects
6. ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions are described in greater detail in the Warnings and Precautions section Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Clostridioides difficile -Associated diarrhea [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Neurological Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] Direct Coombs’ Test Seroconversion [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] The most common adverse reactions occurring in >2 % of adult patients and ≥3% of pediatric patients are diarrhea, nausea, and rash. Additional adverse reactions that occurred in ≥3% of pediatric patients include vomiting and pyrexia. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Apotex Corp. at 1-800-706-5575 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.
Warnings
5. WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Serious hypersensitivity (anaphylactic) reactions have been reported with beta-lactam antibacterial drugs, including ceftaroline. If a hypersensitivity reaction occurs, discontinue ceftaroline fosamil for injection. ( 5.1 ) Clostridiodes difficile -associated diarrhea (CDAD) has been reported with nearly all systemic antibacterial agents, including ceftaroline fosamil for injection. Evaluate if diarrhea occurs. ( 5.2 ) Neurological adverse reactions have been reported in patients treated with cephalosporins, including ceftaroline. If neurological adverse reactions occur, consider discontinuing ceftaroline fosamil for injection or making appropriate dosage adjustments in patients with renal impairment. 4. CONTRAINDICATIONS Ceftaroline fosamil for injection is contraindicated in patients with known serious hypersensitivity to ceftaroline or other members of the cephalosporin class. Anaphylaxis has been reported with ceftaroline. Known serious hypersensitivity to ceftaroline or other members of the cephalosporin class. ( 4 )
Pregnancy
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary There are no adequate studies with ceftaroline fosamil in pregnant women that informed any drug associated risks. Th e background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. The background risk of major birth defects is 2 to 4% and of miscarriage is 15 to 20% of clinically recognized pregnancies within the general population.
Storage
16. HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING Ceftaroline Fosamil for Injection is supplied in single-dose, clear glass vials containing: 400 mg - individual vial (NDC 60505-6124-0) and carton containing 10 vials (NDC 60505-6124-1) 600 mg - individual vial (NDC 60505-6125-0) and carton containing 10 vials (NDC 60505-6125-1) Ceftaroline fosamil for injection vials (unreconstituted) should be stored at 25°C...
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ceftaroline Fosamil used for?▼
1. INDICATIONS AND USAGE Ceftaroline fosamil for injection is a cephalosporin antibacterial indicated in adult and pediatric patients for the treatment of the following infection caused by designated susceptible bacteria: Acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections (ABSSSI) in adult and pediatric patients (at least 34 weeks gestational age and 12 days postnatal age) ( 1.1 ) Community-acquired bacterial pneumonia (CABP) in adult and pediatric patients 2 months of age and older ( 1.2 ) To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of ceftaroline fosamil for injection and other antibacterial drugs, ceftaroline fosamil for injection should be used only to treat or prevent infections that are proven or strongly suspected to be caused by bacteria.
What are the side effects of Ceftaroline Fosamil?▼
6. ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions are described in greater detail in the Warnings and Precautions section Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Clostridioides difficile -Associated diarrhea [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Neurological Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] Direct Coombs’ Test Seroconversion [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] The most common adverse reactions occurring in >2 % of adult patients and ≥3% of pediatric patients are diarrhea, nausea, and rash. Additional adverse reactions that occurred in ≥3% of pediatric patients include vomiting and pyrexia. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Apotex Corp. at 1-800-706-5575 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.
Can I take Ceftaroline Fosamil during pregnancy?▼
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary There are no adequate studies with ceftaroline fosamil in pregnant women that informed any drug associated risks. Th e background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. The background risk of major birth defects is 2 to 4% and of miscarriage is 15 to 20% of clinically recognized pregnancies within the general population.
What are the important warnings for Ceftaroline Fosamil?▼
5. WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Serious hypersensitivity (anaphylactic) reactions have been reported with beta-lactam antibacterial drugs, including ceftaroline. If a hypersensitivity reaction occurs, discontinue ceftaroline fosamil for injection. ( 5.1 ) Clostridiodes difficile -associated diarrhea (CDAD) has been reported with nearly all systemic antibacterial agents, including ceftaroline fosamil for injection. Evaluate if diarrhea occurs. ( 5.2 ) Neurological adverse reactions have been reported in patients treated with cephalosporins, including ceftaroline. If neurological adverse reactions occur, consider discontinuing ceftaroline fosamil for injection or making appropriate dosage adjustments in patients with renal impairment. 4. CONTRAINDICATIONS Ceftaroline fosamil for injection is contraindicated in patients with known serious hypersensitivity to ceftaroline or other members of the cephalosporin class. Anaphylaxis has been reported with ceftaroline. Known serious hypersensitivity to ceftaroline or other members of the cephalosporin class. ( 4 )
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