Dolutegravir Sodium And Lamivudine
Generic Name: dolutegravir sodium and lamivudine
Brand Names:
Dovato
11 DESCRIPTION DOVATO is a fixed-dose combination tablet containing dolutegravir (as dolutegravir sodium), an integrase strand transfer inhibitor (INSTI), and lamivudine (also known as 3TC), a nucleoside analogue reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI). DOVATO tablets are for oral administration.
Overview
11 DESCRIPTION DOVATO is a fixed-dose combination tablet containing dolutegravir (as dolutegravir sodium), an integrase strand transfer inhibitor (INSTI), and lamivudine (also known as 3TC), a nucleoside analogue reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI). DOVATO tablets are for oral administration.
Uses
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE DOVATO is indicated as a complete regimen for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older and weighing at least 25 kg with no antiretroviral treatment history or to replace the current antiretroviral regimen in those who are virologically suppressed (HIV-1 RNA less than 50 copies/mL) on a stable antiretroviral regimen with no history of treatment failure and no known substitutions associated with resistance to the individual components of DOVATO.
Dosage
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION • Prior to or when initiating DOVATO, test patients for hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. ( 2.1 ) • One tablet taken orally once daily with or without food. ( 2.2 ) • The dolutegravir dose (50 mg) in DOVATO is insufficient when coadministered with carbamazepine or rifampin. If DOVATO is coadministered with carbamazepine or rifampin, take one tablet of DOVATO once daily, followed by an additional dolutegravir 50-mg tablet, approximately 12 hours from the dose of DOVATO. ( 2.3 ) 2.1 Testing Prior to or When Initiating Treatment with DOVATO Prior to or when initiating DOVATO, test patients for HBV infection [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )].
Side Effects
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are discussed in other sections of the labeling: • Patients co-infected with HIV-1 and HBV [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] • Hypersensitivity reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] • Hepatotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] • Lactic acidosis and severe hepatomegaly with steatosis [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] • Immune reconstitution syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )] The most common adverse reactions (all grades) observed in ≥2% (in those receiving DOVATO) were headache, nausea, diarrhea, insomnia, fatigue, and anxiety. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact ViiV Healthcare at 1-877-844-8872 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.
Interactions
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS • DOVATO is a complete regimen for the treatment of HIV-1 infection; therefore, coadministration with other antiretroviral drugs for the treatment of HIV-1 infection is not recommended. ( 7.1 ) • Refer to the full prescribing information for important drug interactions with DOVATO. ( 4 , 5.5 , 7 ) 7.1 Coadministration with Other Antiretroviral Drugs DOVATO is a complete regimen for the treatment of HIV-1 infection; therefore, coadministration with other antiretroviral drugs for the treatment of HIV-1 infection is not recommended [see Indications and Usage ( 1 )] . Information regarding potential drug-drug interactions with other antiretroviral drugs is not provided [see Contraindications ( 4 ), Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 ), Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )].
Warnings
WARNING: PATIENTS CO-INFECTED WITH HEPATITIS B VIRUS (HBV) AND HUMAN IMMUNODEFICIENCY VIRUS (HIV-1): EMERGENCE OF LAMIVUDINE-RESISTANT HBV AND EXACERBATIONS OF HBV All patients with HIV-1 should be tested for the presence of HBV prior to or when initiating DOVATO. Emergence of lamivudine-resistant HBV variants associated with lamivudine-containing antiretroviral regimens has been reported. 5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Hypersensitivity reactions characterized by rash, constitutional findings, and sometimes organ dysfunction, including liver injury, have been reported with dolutegravir. Discontinue DOVATO immediately if signs or symptoms of hypersensitivity reactions develop, as a delay in stopping treatment may result in a life-threatening reaction. ( 5.2 ) • Hepatotoxicity has been reported in patients receiving a dolutegravir-containing regimen. Patients with underlying hepatitis B or C may be at increased risk for worsening or development of transaminase elevations with DOVATO. Monitoring for hepatotoxicity is recommended. ( 5.3 ) • Lactic acidosis and severe hepatomegaly with steatosis, including fatal cases, have been reported with the use of nucleoside analogues. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS DOVATO is contraindicated in patients: • with prior hypersensitivity reaction to dolutegravir or lamivudine [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] . • receiving dofetilide due to the potential for increased dofetilide plasma concentrations and the risk for serious and/or life-threatening events [see Drug Interactions ( 7.2 )] .
Pregnancy
8.1 Pregnancy Pregnancy Exposure Registry There is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in individuals exposed to DOVATO during pregnancy. Healthcare providers are encouraged to register patients by calling the Antiretroviral Pregnancy Registry (APR) at 1‑800‑258‑4263.
Storage
16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING Each DOVATO tablet contains 50 mg of dolutegravir as dolutegravir sodium and 300 mg lamivudine and is an oval, biconvex, white, film-coated tablet, debossed with “SV 137” on one face. Bottle of 30 tablets with child-resistant closure NDC 49702-246-13. Blister pack of 30 tablets with child-resistant closure NDC 49702-246-33. Store below 30°C (86°F).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dolutegravir Sodium And Lamivudine used for?▼
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE DOVATO is indicated as a complete regimen for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older and weighing at least 25 kg with no antiretroviral treatment history or to replace the current antiretroviral regimen in those who are virologically suppressed (HIV-1 RNA less than 50 copies/mL) on a stable antiretroviral regimen with no history of treatment failure and no known substitutions associated with resistance to the individual components of DOVATO.
What are the side effects of Dolutegravir Sodium And Lamivudine?▼
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are discussed in other sections of the labeling: • Patients co-infected with HIV-1 and HBV [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] • Hypersensitivity reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] • Hepatotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] • Lactic acidosis and severe hepatomegaly with steatosis [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] • Immune reconstitution syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )] The most common adverse reactions (all grades) observed in ≥2% (in those receiving DOVATO) were headache, nausea, diarrhea, insomnia, fatigue, and anxiety. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact ViiV Healthcare at 1-877-844-8872 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.
Can I take Dolutegravir Sodium And Lamivudine during pregnancy?▼
8.1 Pregnancy Pregnancy Exposure Registry There is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in individuals exposed to DOVATO during pregnancy. Healthcare providers are encouraged to register patients by calling the Antiretroviral Pregnancy Registry (APR) at 1‑800‑258‑4263.
What are the important warnings for Dolutegravir Sodium And Lamivudine?▼
WARNING: PATIENTS CO-INFECTED WITH HEPATITIS B VIRUS (HBV) AND HUMAN IMMUNODEFICIENCY VIRUS (HIV-1): EMERGENCE OF LAMIVUDINE-RESISTANT HBV AND EXACERBATIONS OF HBV All patients with HIV-1 should be tested for the presence of HBV prior to or when initiating DOVATO. Emergence of lamivudine-resistant HBV variants associated with lamivudine-containing antiretroviral regimens has been reported. 5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Hypersensitivity reactions characterized by rash, constitutional findings, and sometimes organ dysfunction, including liver injury, have been reported with dolutegravir. Discontinue DOVATO immediately if signs or symptoms of hypersensitivity reactions develop, as a delay in stopping treatment may result in a life-threatening reaction. ( 5.2 ) • Hepatotoxicity has been reported in patients receiving a dolutegravir-containing regimen. Patients with underlying hepatitis B or C may be at increased risk for worsening or development of transaminase elevations with DOVATO. Monitoring for hepatotoxicity is recommended. ( 5.3 ) • Lactic acidosis and severe hepatomegaly with steatosis, including fatal cases, have been reported with the use of nucleoside analogues. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS DOVATO is contraindicated in patients: • with prior hypersensitivity reaction to dolutegravir or lamivudine [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] . • receiving dofetilide due to the potential for increased dofetilide plasma concentrations and the risk for serious and/or life-threatening events [see Drug Interactions ( 7.2 )] .
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